Meet Lori Adkins, SNA’s New President

By Alyx Arnett

Lori Adkins was named president of School Nutrition Association for the 2022-2023 school year.

Union Square Hospitality Group CEO Danny Meyer Steps Down

By FER Edit

Chip Wade, current president and COO, will succeed Meyer.

June RPI Falls to Lowest Level in 16 Months

By FER Edit

While most restaurant operators continued to report higher same-store sales compared to last year, the National Restaurant Association says customer traffic readings turned negative for the first time since February 2021. 

Ali Group Names President of ACP

By FER Edit

David Kalinowski will take on the role of president of ACP, succeeding Kevin Clark who was named president of Welbilt last Friday.

Founding FER Executive Promoted To Associate Publisher

By Alyx Arnett

Richard Chrampanis, vice president of sales, also now serves as FER Media’s associate publisher.

5 Questions with Danett Carper of Next Step Design

By Karen M. Alley

Next Step Design’s project manager brings a background in architecture and a love for the hospitality industry to her designs.

Magic 8 Ball Says …

By Randy Hano

Publisher Randy Hano sees good things ahead for FER as it promotes from within.

Back to School

By Allison Rezendes

Allison Rezendes checks in with Garrett Warren, technician with Joe Warren and Sons, for advice on firing up a kitchen after summer break.

Marra Forni Brings On New Marketing Manager

By FER Edit

The Beltsville, Md.-based manufacturer of commercial brick oven cooking solutions hired Jill Connor as marketing manager.

Bargreen Ellingson’s Acquisition Leads to New Showroom

By FER Edit

Bargreen Ellingson opened its fourth Oregon location on July 27, expanding its leasing and chemical division to southern Oregon and northern California.

Ali Group Appoints New CEO for North America

By FER Edit

Following the completion of the acquisition of Welbilt today, Ali Group promoted Erik Nommsen to CEO of its North America business and named two senior vice presidents.

Innovative Foodservice Group Taps Regional Sales Manager

By FER Edit

The Tampa, Fla.-based foodservice E&S dealership hired Brett Hayes as regional sales manager for the west coast of Florida.