Firebirds Wood Fired Grill promoted Steve Sturm to chief operating officer and Andy Seiple to corporate executive chef.
Duke Manufacturing promoted Greg Hake to president and Nedra Sadorf to the newly created role of chief commercial officer. These promotions come as the St. Louis-based manufacturer of commercial foodservice equipment celebrates its 100th anniversary.
T&S Brass and Bronze Works hired Elise Vargas to serve as international marketing manager.
As part of a series of personnel moves, Domino’s Pizza promoted Joseph Jordan to chief operating officer and president for its U.S. operations.
Cal-Mil promoted Claudia Harry to the role of senior director of sales, Southeast.
Mountain Mike’s Pizza promoted Steven Adyani to chief operations officer.
Davella hired Eric McConnell to serve as a vice president of the New York-based foodservice consulting firm.
BSI adds to its rep network, while Chrane updates its ownership group. Plus, Culinary Equipment Group updates its rep network and Jay Mark Group adds to its team.
Longtime AVETC Industries executive Bruce Zimmerman died on March 10, 2025, after battling cancer and Alzheimer’s disease.
Zoë Triantis was appointed chain solutions account manager for Carpigiani North America, a Welbilt Company.
International Dairy Queen (IDQ) hired Art D’Elia to serve as chief operating officer in the U.S. and Canada.
Multiconcept operator CKE Restaurants Holdings appointed Joe Guith to serve chief executive officer for the parent company of Carl's Jr. and Hardee’s.
The Society for Hospitality and Foodservice Management (SHFM) Foundation named the recipients of its 2025 Fellowship Program, an initiative that connects promising students and military members with experienced leaders in the workplace hospitality industry.
A&W Restaurants promoted Betsy Schmandt to chief executive officer and president. She inherits the post from former CEO Kevin Bazner, who will continue his tenure as chairman.
Electrolux Professional Group appointed company veteran Brent Barkley as head of beverage and food prep for its Americas business.
The International Food Manufacturers Association named the eight recipients of its 2025 Silver Plate Awards.
Tech24 appointed Cary Reed to serve as its chief executive officer (CEO). Reed will succeed Dan Rodstrom, who previously served as the service agent’s CEO.
The North American Association of Food Equipment Manufacturers (NAFEM) recognized 42 allied industry leaders with its Doctorate of Foodservice Award for their contributions to their associations and the industry at-large.
The National Restaurant Association Show named 24 products as the recipients of its 2025 Kitchen Innovations Awards. Determined by a panel of independent judges, these awards honor foodservice equipment that increases efficiencies and productivity in commercial kitchens.
Iced tea concept HTeaO named Jodie Chau its vice president of supply chain.
