From the Editor: Feeding Team USA

By Allison Rezendes

As the 2024 Olympics approach, Editor-in-Chief Allison Rezendes checks in on the foodservice side.

Publisher’s Note: Midyear Musings

By Randy Hano

The importance of digital (e.g., product videos) seems more pronounced than ever before, opines Publisher Randy Hano.

5 Questions With Chris Jeens, W.D. Colledge

By Karen M. Alley

The president of W.D. Colledge Co. Ltd. takes pride in being the third generation to drive forward the rep group his grandfather formed in 1953.

Pasmo Enhances West Coast Representation

By FER Edit

A partnership with EMC Hospitality expands coverage in MAFSI Regions 22 and 24.

Coffee Concept To Double Store Count

By FER Edit

Based in California, Better Buzz will boost its unit count across the western U.S. by year’s end.

Q1 Sales Flatline, Though ‘Hope Remains’

By FER Edit

According to MAFSI’s newly released Q1 Business Barometer, sales have now declined for the 11th consecutive quarter, though a second-half rebound might still be possible. In Q1/24, sales were flat at 0%, a slight slip from the .5% increase MAFSI predicted in its last edition. By comparison, sales were up 6.6% in Q1/23. “At zero…

WFF Announces Leadership Workshop Schedule

By FER Edit

The workshops, aimed at helping women in the foodservice industry, will tour the country starting in September.

RATIONAL Promotes Sales Director

By FER Edit

The manufacturer assigns Joseph Gomez to the role and honors the late Jayme Schneider.

Spaceman Expands Coverage Across the US

By FER Edit

The manufacturer has updated its representation in MAFSI Regions 22, 24 and 12.

Clark Readies for Summer Intern Program

By FER Edit

This summer, 160 interns from 74 schools will develop their skills at the dealership.

Deadline Approaches for CFESA Spring Scholarships

By FER Edit

Online applications for the organization’s two scholarships are due by Monday, July 1.

Polar Leasing Co. Promotes Former Service Assistant

By FER Edit

Maria Mann, who has been with Polar Leasing Co. since February 2023, has been promoted to serve as a transportation and logistics coordinator.