TGI Fridays Makes First Plans for Sub-Saharan Africa

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The region was called a ‘high-potential’ area for the chain, which is aiming to more than double its portfolio to include more than 1,000 restaurants worldwide.

AeriTek Acquires Federal Industries

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The addition adds ‘an expansive network of dealer relationships,’ a domestic manufacturing facility and more.

MAFSI Barometer: Sales Continue To Improve

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By product, tabletop sales rose the most at 4%, and by region, the Northeast saw the biggest gain (5.3%).

John Boos Appoints Foodservice Sales VP

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Patrick Smith steps into the role and succeeds Ted Gravenhorst, who will retire at the end of the year.

T&S Brass Announces 2 Promotions

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The individuals have been with the company since 2018 and 2014, respectively.

BSI Shares Trio of Rep Appointments

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The groups will represent the food guard and custom servery manufacturer in MAFSI regions 11, 12 and 20.

Polar King Adds to Service Team

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Curtis Rayford Jr. has rejoined Polar King Int’l. (where he worked from 2018-2022) as a service technician. He will work at the company’s Fort Wayne headquarters, and he will be responsible for providing customer service related to the installation, repair and maintenance of Polar King’s walk-in refrigeration equipment. Rayford has several years of refrigeration and…

NAFEM Seats New Board Members

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The new members, from companies including T&S Brass, Cres Cor and Southbend, will fulfill two-year terms ending in 2028.

Top Tech Throwdown Region 1 Winners Named

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Master CFESA-certified technicians from Commercial Appliance Service and General Parts Group are set to advance.

Wendy’s Inks Franchise Agreements in Mexico

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At least one new Wendy’s restaurant in Mexico City and another in the northern region are expected to open this year.

Red Lobster Makes 2 Executive Appointments

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Both of the newly seated individuals previously worked for dining chain P.F. Chang’s.

Meiko USA Names Managing Director

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The individual previously held leadership roles at RATIONAL Canada, most recently as its president and CEO for 14 years.