Appointments

Elevate Names Regional Sales Manager

The new hire brings 15 years of industry experience to the manufacturers’ rep agency.

Succeeding Purcell as vice president of sales and marketing is Johnnie Merchant.

Plus, the private equity firm Hargett Hunter makes a key hire for a new venture.

The new hire, who previously worked at Thermo-Kool, also has experience with Middleby companies, American Panel and Food Service Holdings.

Matt Dugan joins the manufacturer with 20-plus years of culinary experience and expertise.

Abigail Pringle, president, international and chief development officer since 2019, will take on oversight of the brand’s U.S. business.

Rachel Paul will work with authorized dealers as well as customers and rep partners.

Parish’s background includes working with McDonald’s to manage new kitchen and remodel projects.

The company’s new team leader brings AI experience to his problem-solving role.

The California-based manufacturers’ rep group offers three state-of-the-art test kitchens as well as a service arm.

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