Mary Freundlich was appointed president of the international board of directors for 2026 by Les Dames d’Escoffier International, a global organization dedicated to advancing and supporting women leaders in food, beverage. In addition, LDEI also unveiled a collection of newly elected slate of officers and chapter liaisons.
Multiconcept operator Twin Hospitality Group Inc., parent company of Twin Peaks Restaurants and Smokey Bones, appointed Andy Wiederhorn to serve as chief executive officer.
Ryan Rongo, FCSI was promoted to principal for S2O Consultants, an Illinois-based foodservice consulting firm.
Company veteran Daniel Schmidt was named chief commercial officer for Antunes, a Carol Stream, Ill.-based manufacturer of foodservice equipment.
Bob Campbell was introduced as brand president for Huddle House, a diner-style restaurant chain.
Kamran Amiri was appointed president of Kamran & Company, and the California-based foodservice equipment dealer received an investment from New York-based Turning Rock Partners.
Hoshizaki America appointed David Sellers to serve as vice president of engineering. Sellers previously served as senior director of engineering.
Layne’s Chicken Fingers promoted Alex Camp to vice president of operations services. Camp will oversee “the intersection of corporate infrastructure and real operations throughout the franchise network,” per a company release. He’s been with the company for two years.
Eastern Tabletop appointed Conrad Karbowniczak as director of national key accounts.
Neil Tell, co-founder of The Sam Tell Companies, died on December 15, 2025. He was 93 years old.
Motion Technology, Inc. promoted Danielle Fantasia to director of marketing from marketing manager. Fantasia has been with MTI since 2018.
A longtime coffee executive will look to keep things percolating at Mountain Mike’s Pizza as the 315-unit chain named Sumi Ghosh president and chief operating officer.
Ownership and management updates for HRI, Limelight and Tri-State Marketing. Introducing the Viola Elevate Group. Plus, Nordon updates its personnel.
Nathaniel Ru will retire from his role as chief brand officer for Sweetgreen, effective January 1, 2026. Zipporah Allen has assumed Ru’s responsibilities.
Rippe Associates promoted Matthew Anderson to principal of its hospitality team. Steve Carlson will transition to a principal emeritus role and will continue to work closely with Anderson.
Commercial oven manufacturer Unox hired Christina Rabas and Jessenia Rios to serve as customer engagement specialists. Unox also hired Ariel Holder as manager of content development.
Dutch Bros. tapped Jennifer Somers to serve as the quick-service beverage chain’s chief shops officer. In this role Somers will lead Dutch Bros’ field organization and shop operations for both company-owned and franchise shop locations.
EPI adds a partner and a VP of sales, while Fisher Manufacturing and LTI update their rep networks.
Hoshizaki America promoted Steve Wright to senior director of strategic segments. He most recently served as director of strategic dealers.
California Pizza Kitchen is about to come under new ownership. A collection of companies reached a deal to acquire the casual dining chain and the transaction is expected to close by the end of December.
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