Hudson Riehle, senior vice president of the National Restaurant Association’s Research and Knowledge Group, is set to retire in April.
The brand builds on last year’s growth in Alberta with five to seven locations slated for British Columbia.
James Iannone has joined Structural Concepts as its national sales manager, autonomous retail merchandiser.
Polar King Plant Manager Bob Erexson, a 41-year employee, retired last week.
Colorado-based Jon Rodriguez returns to the company after serving at Ice-O-Matic.
The firm strengthens its team, naming vice presidents, directors of design and senior project managers.
Ali Group has acquired JIPA, a manufacturer of advanced electrical multifunctional devices for commercial kitchens.
Pepper Lunch has made plans to expand into Oregon.
Bachmann brings 30 years of experience, including roles at BurgerFi, Smashburger and Bertucci’s.
Longer term, the 4,000-unit global chain has its sights set on 1,000 units in North America by 2030.