Perlick Owner Appointed To Expanded Role

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Perlick has appointed Theodore “TJ” Perlick Molinari, a fifth-generation owner of the company, to the newly created role of vice president of commercial sales.

BSE Taps New General Manager

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BSE promoted Joe Niedzwiecki to general manager, making him the first non-family member to serve in the position.

Focus Brands Unveils Sweet New Concept

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Cinnabon Swirl Featuring Carvel Soft Serve is being developed as Focus Brands’ latest dual-branding opportunity, with the first test location expected in early 2023.

Alto-Shaam Names Senior VP of National Accounts

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Alto-Shaam hired Brian Newland to fill the newly created role of senior vice president of national accounts.

Boelter Adds Director of Contract and Design

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Boelter Cos. announced the hiring of Bill Ziegler as director of contract and design at its Minneapolis office.

KFC’s First ‘Green Pioneer Stores’ Open in China

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Designed with rooftop solar panels, AI technology, recycled materials and more, a pair of KFC stores in China are more environmentally friendly than ever.

Expansion Roundup: U.K. Chain Expands Stateside and More

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This week, two brands announced overseas growth plans, while a U.K. concept announced store openings stateside.

MAFSI Mourns Passing of Longtime Member

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Jay Mincks began his career with Rubbermaid before founding his own manufacturers’ representative firm.

Polar King Mobile Adds New Dealer in North Carolina

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Polar King Mobile added Eastern Equipment Service as its new dealer in North Carolina.

Dining Out Tops List of Inflation-Related Spending Cuts

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42% of consumers polled say they’ll save by cutting back on eating out.