Greenwald Names Business Development Manager

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Kristy Budnick will strengthen the manufacturers’ rep agency’s sales force in the Michigan market.

In Memoriam: Bill Eaton, Former Chairman of the Board at Cini-Little

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Cini-Little International announced earlier this week the passing of William V. “Bill” Eaton, FFCSI (PP), on Feb. 12. He previously served as the firm’s chairman of the board.

Cooking Equipment Specialist Adds New Role

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As CES East Supervisor, Eddie Singleton is heading up a new service area zone for Cooking Equipment Specialist, which says it experienced “exceptional growth” in 2024. Singleton will support the customer and service technicians on his team with equipment. He also will oversee scheduling, estimates and billing reviews. The CES West area remains under the…

Firehouse Subs Charts Next Stop

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Just over a month after announcing it would open over 500 units in Brazil, Firehouse Subs is on its next voyage—this time to Australia. Over the next 10 years, the brand plans to open 165 restaurants in Australia, working with the multibrand franchisee Retail Food Group (owner of Gloria Jean’s Coffees, Donut King, Brumby’s Bakery,…

CFS Brands Shakes Up Offerings

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With only one week until The NAFEM Show, two exhibitors are already linking up.

Freshii Slates Fresh Equipment Addition

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Freshii has started to roll out new high-speed ovens outfitted with what it calls “game-changing technology.”

Dine Brands Opens First Dual-Branded Unit in U.S.

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Following international success, the company debuts an Applebee’s/IHOP restaurant in Texas.

Design Consultants Launch Mexico City-Based Firm

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Combining their expertise, William Taunton and James Camacho open FSC-Gastrotec Mexico.

Hoshizaki Promotes 20-Year Employee

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Hoshizaki America’s Omar Marrero was announced as the company’s new regional sales director for the southeast region on Tuesday, Feb. 18.

Culinary Depot Hires Procurement Director

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The director’s experience includes time spent at Clark Associates, where he led the janitorial business segment.

RBI Starts New Chapter for Burger King China

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Set on long-term growth in the country, RBI looks for new local operating partner.

Smart Tech, Sustainability To Play Roles in New Welbilt Center

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Welbilt, an Ali Group company, expects to wrap up construction of its new Experience Center in Coppell, Texas, in the second half of this year. The facility—set to showcase cutting-edge kitchen technology, smart automation and sustainable foodservice solutions—will offer an interactive, hands-on environment for operators, dealers, distributors, manufacturers’ representatives, consultants and end users. Visitors can…