TAKKT Foodservices tapped Mark Clancy to serve as associate vice president of operations. He replaces Rodger Reed, who recently retired after 17 years at the company.
Hatco appointed foodservice industry veteran Joe Flaherty to serve as director of international sales.
Multiline foodservice equipment manufacturer Electrolux Professional Group tapped company veteran Alex Edwards to serve as director of sales for the general market in the Americas.
The School Nutrition Association introduced Stephanie Dillard, MS, SNS, as its president for the 2025-26 School Year. Dillard also serves as child nutrition director for Enterprise City Schools in Alabama.
Edward Don & Company appointed George Federighi to serve as senior designer and business development leader for its Don Build division.
Dave & Buster’s Entertainment appointed Yum! Brands veteran Tarun Lal to serve as chief executive officer and as a member of its board of directors.
Food Service Holdings hired Josh Zielinski to serve as Western regional sales manager for the parent company of BSI.
Andrea Coldwell was promoted to president of Carter-Hoffmann, which is a Middleby company.
In a move aimed to accelerate its growth, Starbird appointed Maria Rivera to serve as chief executive officer for the chicken chain. Founder Aaron Noveshen will transition fully to his role as chairman of the board, “remaining an active partner in supporting Starbird's strategic direction,” per a release announcing the news.
The National Association of College & University Food Services honored the contributions of four individuals with its annual awards and recognized the culinary excellence of collegiate dining chefs via its annual competition. The organization also recognized member institutions with the Grand Prizes for its Loyal E. Horton Dining, Nutrition and Sustainability Awards.
Webb Foodservice Design promoted a trio of company veterans as the company continues to grow and evolve. Gina Brinegar and Costel Coca were promoted to executive principal and Robin Hungerford was promoted to principal.
Greg Willman will retire from his post as CEO of Naf Naf Middle Eastern Grill. Grady Metoyer, the fast-casual chain’s chief financial officer, will take over as CEO on an interim basis.
Wendy’s appointed supply chain veteran Pete Suerken as president, U.S. Suerken succeeds Abigail Pringle, who has served as president, U.S., since 2024. After 23 years with Wendy’s, Pringle will “depart the company in the coming weeks to pursue other opportunities,” per a release announcing the transition.
The National Association of College & University Food Services named Christopher Toote, Ph.D., D.Min., MBA, executive director of UChicago Dining at the University of Chicago, as its 68th chairperson. NACUFS also introduced its 2025-2026 chairperson elect and six members elected to its board of trustees.
McDonald’s Canada appointed Annemarie Swijtink president and chief executive officer, effective September 1, 2025. She will replace Michèle Boudria, who intends to retire after 40 years with the company. Swijtink currently serves as managing director of McDonald’s Netherlands.
Sarah Lavis was named director of strategic brand management for Electrolux Professional Group, a multiline foodservice equipment manufacturer.
Legacy Brands International has acquired BRIX Holdings, a Dallas-based multi-brand franchising company specializing in restaurant chains.
Bill Geary will become CEO of Parts Town Unlimited, the parent company of Parts Town and the Unlimited Service Group. He replaces Steve Snower, who will become the company’s executive chairman of the board. Geary comes to Parts Town Unlimited from Wesco, a global distributor.
Jonathan Fitzpatrick will join Subway as the sandwich chain’s chief executive officer, effective July 28, 2025. Carrie Walsh has served as interim CEO since the retirement of John Chidsey at the end of 2024.
In a move to support its plans to expand on a national level, California-based consulting firm Webb Foodservice Design added Kris Morphis as an associate principal.
