Former Executive Chef Brings New Perspective to MarkeTeam

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Manufacturers’ representative MarkeTeam Foodservice has a new outside sales territory manager in the Seattle area. Hudson Slater, who has spent 20 years in the culinary world, joins the regional team alongside Jason Stevens and Spencer Miles. Slater brings a unique perspective, says MarkeTeam, having started out washing dishes and climbing the ranks to become an…

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Electrolux Professional Group Gains Expanded Representation

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In an expanded partnership, the manufacturers’ rep Professional Reps is now representing several Electrolux Professional Group brands in the Pacific Northwest. Professional Reps will carry equipment from Electrolux Professional, Crathco, Grindmaster and UNIC in Oregon, Washington and Alaska. The new partnership started on July 1. “For 60+ years, Professional Reps has served the food industry…

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Tableware Manufacturer Gains New Representation in Two States

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Manufacturers’ rep W3 Sales has inked a partnership to represent tableware manufacturer Churchill in Texas and Oklahoma. Churchill’s portfolio includes more than 3,000 products, including plates, bowls, cutlery, trays, glassware and cookware. The brand also launches multiple products a year. “With a rich history of over 225 years of innovation, passion and expertise, Churchill is…

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MAFSI Denotes ‘Positive Signs’ in Q4 Barometer

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MAFSI closed the books on 2022 and set expectations for Q1 of 2023 with the release of its latest Business Barometer on March 15. Overall sales—comprising equipment, supply, tabletop and furniture—were up 8.7% in Q4 2022, compared to a year prior, but down .3% from the previous quarter. “While still above the forecast of 8%,…

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