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January 29, 2026

In Memoriam: Rüdiger “Rudi” Flik, founder of FLIK Hospitality Group

Rüdiger “Rudi” Flik died peacefully Tuesday, Jan. 27, following a battle with cancer. “Rudi was an industry leader, growing his company alongside his wife and partner, Julie Flik, from a single location into an organization operating in 43 states,” says an announcement from SHFM. “Rudi was passionate about educating students and was the beginning driving…

WFF KelliValade
January 23, 2026

Women’s Foodservice Forum Names New CEO

Kelli Valade brings experience from roles with Denny’s, Red Lobster, Black Box Intelligence and Chili’s.

BoardofDirectors
January 22, 2026

National Restaurant Association Announces 2026 Boards

The association’s new Board of Directors chairman brings 40 years’ industry experience to the role.

Hoshizaki DeannaMarr TroyStenvold
January 20, 2026

Two Settle Into Leadership Roles at Hoshizaki Alliance

Both of the individuals are shifting over from Hoshizaki America, effective this month.

LTI Donna Forsyth JohnDavis
January 20, 2026

LTI Adds 2 to Leadership Team

Both individuals bring more than 30 years of experience to their respective roles with the manufacturer.

certification
January 19, 2026

Polar King Trio Finishes Training Program

The certification makes the refrigeration department specialists better equipped to deliver consistent, reliable maintenance, says the company.

JustinMinder OwenAnderson Krowne
January 19, 2026

Krowne Announces 2 Leadership Promotions

Justin Minder has taken an expanded role in the foodservice division, while Owen Anderson steps up in the plumbing division.

Keri Llewellyn TAKKT
January 16, 2026

TAKKT Foodservices Welcomes Keri Llewellyn

Llewellyn now serves as president at TAKKT Foodservices and succeeds Keith Kelly.

DavidKrinn Thermodyne
January 16, 2026

Thermodyne Appoints National Accounts Manager

David Krinn will lead the American Steam Griddle and Steam Giant divisions.

RamonOrtiz CulinaryEquipmentGroup
January 16, 2026

Culinary Equipment Group Names Corporate Chef

Ramon Ortiz will offer equipment support to operators, consultants and dealers in northern Illinois and northwestern Indiana.

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