October 12, 2016
FE&S’ 2017 Tabletop Performance Awards Call for Submissions ![FE&S FlashNews](http://fesmag.com/images/FlashNews/flashnews-bul3.jpg)
Foodservice operators, dealers, manufacturers and reps are invited to submit entries to FE&S’ 2017 Tabletop Performance Awards. The awards recognize excellence in the strategic and functional application of permanent tableware in five categories.
Twin Peaks Sells Majority Interest to Franchise Group ![FE&S FlashNews](http://fesmag.com/images/FlashNews/flashnews-bul3.jpg)
Dallas-area-based Twin Peaks has agreed to sell a majority interest in the 78-unit chain to La Cima Restaurants, an Atlanta-based restaurant management and holding company and currently the largest Twin Peaks franchisee.
Jamba Juice to End its Automated Smoothie Platform ![FE&S FlashNews](http://fesmag.com/images/FlashNews/flashnews-bul3.jpg)
Jamba Juice has decided to end its automated smoothie platform known as JambaGo by the end of its 2016 fiscal year.
This Week In Foodservice ![FE&S FlashNews](http://fesmag.com/images/FlashNews/flashnews-bul3.jpg)
FE&S blogger Jerry Stiegler adds his insight into a weekly roundup of top foodservice stories. News worthy of a second look this week includes Nielsen data comparing U.S. with global eating out trends, Red Robin’s fast-casual cancellation, how robots are reshaping foodservice jobs and more.
Beverage-Air Corp. Names Tim Szejbach Regional Sales Manager ![FE&S FlashNews](http://fesmag.com/images/FlashNews/flashnews-bul3.jpg)
Beverage-Air Corp. has hired Tim Szejbach as regional sales manager. His territories include south western and central regions.
Central Marketing Associates Hires Michael Lepage ![FE&S FlashNews](http://fesmag.com/images/FlashNews/flashnews-bul3.jpg)
Central Marketing Associates Inc. has hired Michael Lepage as a sales representative in the St. Louis area.
My 5 Lessons Learned at the FED Thought Leadership Summit ![FE&S FlashNews](http://fesmag.com/images/FlashNews/flashnews-bul3.jpg)
FE&S blogger Juan Martinez, PhD, PE, FCSI, recaps Zoomba Group’s Foodservice Equipment & Design Global Thought Leadership Summit with his own take (and take-aways) on the event.
Hoshizaki Introduces Jim Procuro as New
VP ![FE&S FlashNews](http://fesmag.com/images/FlashNews/flashnews-bul3.jpg)
Hoshizaki America Inc. named Jim Procuro its executive vice president of sales and marketing. He replaces Carter Davis, who left the company to pursue other opportunities.
CraftWorks Updates Leadership Team ![FE&S FlashNews](http://fesmag.com/images/FlashNews/flashnews-bul3.jpg)
CraftWorks Restaurants & Breweries Inc. named Jeff Melnick the brand leader for the company’s Gordon Biersch Brewery Restaurants.
FE&S’ 2016 Best in Class Awards ![FE&S FlashNews](http://fesmag.com/images/FlashNews/flashnews-bul3.jpg)
Foodservice operators, dealers and consultants honor the best of the best among foodservice equipment and supplies manufacturers.
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