Middleby Group President Announced

Michael Potter has been named Middleby Group President.

In his new role, Potter assumes responsibility for Middleby Latin America, which includes Mexico, Central America, the Caribbean and South America.

He also will continue to lead QualServ North America and QualServ Europe. In addition to QualServ, Potter has been the point person for the Middleby and World Central Kitchen relationship.

“Michael has proven to be a strategic, motivating and effective leader. He has a track record for successfully executing on strategic initiatives, which has resulted greater opportunities for QualServ in both the U.S. and Europe,” says Steve Spittle, chief commercial officer. “His efforts have strengthened the Middleby reputation for fabrication excellence, worldwide. With his deep knowledge in international business and experience in Middleby operations, I am confident he will thrive in his new role.”

Before Middleby, Potter had over 30 years of leadership experience in various business and manufacturing arenas.