CEO Transition on the Horizon at Cracker Barrel

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The forthcoming leader has held top positions at Taco Bell and Starbucks, among other brands.

Wienclaw Lands Top Role at TriMark

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Most recently serving as the president of TriMark, Wienclaw has been with the dealer since 2004.

SNA Names New President for 2023-2024

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The School Nutrition Association has named Chris Derico—the recently appointed child nutrition director for Barbour County Schools in Philippi, W.Va.—as the nonprofit’s president for the 2023-2024 school year.

Steelite Acquires Display, Tabletop Provider

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The acquisition will enhance and expand Steelite’s melamine product offerings to the hospitality market.

Chipotle Gets To Work on Another Robot

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The equipment prototype, now in testing at the Chipotle Cultivate Center, looks to save time and improve product yield.

RSG Brings On Steve Chappell as VP of Sales, Food Retail

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Chappell joins RSG from Middleby, where he served as vice president of sales and business development.

Rep Concepts Appoints Key Account Manager

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Demi Smith has joined the manufacturers’ rep firm, which serves Illinois, Wisconsin and Northwest Indiana.

Pros, Cons of Q1, By Way of MAFSI’s New Barometer

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Manufacturers are reporting a ‘sharp’ decline in lead times, but quarterly sales also dipped below expectations.

Parts Town Picks Region 5 Scholarship Recipient

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Last month, Parts Town handed out its third technician scholarship of 2023. The Region 5 scholarship, consisting of $1,000 for CFESA training and $500 cash, was given to Igor Krajnak, of IJK Services, during CFESA’s regional meeting in Lancaster, Pa. “Igor embodies the spirit of a technician who found his calling in the ever-evolving world…

Hawaiian Bros Links Up With Ohana Restaurant Group

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The brand’s growing franchisee base is expected to push the 39-unit chain’s store count past 100 within the next several years.