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RATIONAL USA Promotes Sales Leader to Head South Region
RATIONAL USA Promotes Sales Leader to Head South Region

Since joining the combi oven manufacturer in 2023, Roy Long has helped lead the Texas and Oklahoma market team to achieve a new sales performance benchmark. Continue Reading

Postedby Tim O'Connor
Date posted05/11/2026


Boston Showcase Co. Elevates Equipment Purchasing With Hire
Boston Showcase Co. Elevates Equipment Purchasing With Hire

Aaron Applegate equipment purchasing function, which entails overseeing vendor relationships, pricing strategy, and procurement workflows across the company’s portfolio of projects. Continue Reading

Postedby Tim O'Connor
Date posted05/11/2026


Draft Federal AI Contract Rules Could Shift Intellectual Property Rights and Add Reporting Burdens
Draft Federal AI Contract Rules Could Shift Intellectual Property Rights and Add Reporting Burdens

The U.S. General Services Administration has published a proposed clause for artificial intelligence-related contractors that business advocacy groups warn could limit competition and discourage companies from participating in the federal marketplace. Continue Reading

Postedby Tim O'Connor
Date posted05/11/2026


Women Presidents Organization Recognizes KaTom CEO as a Fastest Growing Women-Owned Company
Women Presidents Organization Recognizes KaTom CEO as a Fastest Growing Women-Owned Company

In a video, Patricia Bible shared the honor by highlighting many of the 117 women who work at the Tennessee-based distributor today. Continue Reading

Postedby Tim O'Connor
Date posted05/11/2026


Bipartisan House Bill Seeks to Promote AI Development, Establish Safeguards
Bipartisan House Bill Seeks to Promote AI Development, Establish Safeguards

The proposal combines more than 20 legislative recommendations stemming from the 2024 work of the Bipartisan Artificial Intelligence Task Force. Continue Reading

Postedby Tim O'Connor
Date posted05/11/2026


Founder of One Source Reps Remembered
Founder of One Source Reps Remembered

Francis Brian McIlvaine was known for his exceptional business acumen and an unwavering commitment to his family. Continue Reading

Postedby Tim O'Connor
Date posted05/11/2026


New Strategic Sourcing Leader to Support TriMark’s New Market Expansion
New Strategic Sourcing Leader to Support TriMark’s New Market Expansion

Zeeshan Malik will co-lead TriMark’s announced 2027 plans to deal more directly with its largest equipment suppliers and exit the NexGen industry buying group. Continue Reading

Postedby Tim O'Connor
Date posted05/4/2026


Leadership Changes Incoming at Ali Group North America, ACP, BUNN
Leadership Changes Incoming at Ali Group North America, ACP, BUNN

Brad Willis was appointed president and CEO of BUNN, while David Kalinowski was named CFO of Ali Group North America, and Meghan Hurst was tapped to lead ACP. Continue Reading

Postedby Tim O'Connor
Date posted05/4/2026


FEDA Distributor and Manufacturer Members Recognized at SEFA Awards Banquet
FEDA Distributor and Manufacturer Members Recognized at SEFA Awards Banquet

At its 40th Annual Partnership Conference, SEFA recognized organizations and individuals whose performance, leadership, and partnership continue to move the buying group forward. Continue Reading

Postedby Tim O'Connor
Date posted05/4/2026


Flexeserve Solidifies Sales Team With Promotion
Flexeserve Solidifies Sales Team With Promotion

Rachel Chin is broadened her skill set since moving from operation coordinator to sales coordinator for the FEDA manufacturer member. Continue Reading

Postedby Tim O'Connor
Date posted05/4/2026


Restaurant Industry Returned to Modest Sales Gains and Dampened Customer Traffic in March
Restaurant Industry Returned to Modest Sales Gains and Dampened Customer Traffic in March

A majority of operators continue to invest in new equipment and other capital expenditures, according to the monthly Restaurant Performance Index. Continue Reading

Postedby Tim O'Connor
Date posted05/4/2026


Proposed Law Would Require Employers to Display Information on Workers’ Right to Unionize
Proposed Law Would Require Employers to Display Information on Workers’ Right to Unionize

Business group says the Know Your Labor Rights Act would violate employer’s First Amendment rights by effectively requiring them to promote unionization. Continue Reading

Postedby Tim O'Connor
Date posted05/4/2026