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Singer Equipment Co. Acquires M. Tucker Assets
Singer Equipment Co., the largest E&S distributor in the mid-Atlantic market, has acquired the assets of M. Tucker, the leading dealer in the greater New York City market. The Elverson, Pa., company’s acquisition expands Singer’s distribution and market coverage from Connecticut to Maryland. Paterson, N.J.-based M. Tucker offers foodservice equipment, tabletop, disposables and smallwares to…
Leer Inc.
Sheila Palinkas has joined LEER INC. USA as national sales manager. Prior to joining Leer, Palinkas was director of specialty markets at W.A. Brown. Also, Leer has named Patrick McNeely as customer service manager. The New Lisbon, Wis., company manufactures walk-in coolers and freezers under the Leer and Carroll Cooler brands.
New Look, New Rollout For Au Bon Pain
Au Bon Pain has launched a systemwide remodeling program. As part of the initiative, the Boston-based fast-casual company has already remodeled a majority of its cafés in one of its largest markets—the greater New York City area, where it operates more than 30 restaurants. The remodels include a new sandwich suite and tossed salad station.…
Libbey Inc.
Three executive changes at tabletop supplier LIBBEY INC.: Stephanie Streeter has been appointed CEO; her manufacturing and service business background includes Banta Corp. and the U.S. Olympic Committee. William Foley, who has been a Libbey director since 1994, has been named chairman of the board. And current Libbey chairman and CEO John Meier is retiring.…
Rubbermaid Shifts Sales Strategy To Reps
In a notable strategic shift, Rubbermaid Commercial Products is expanding its sales force to include manufacturers’ reps, and creating a distinct foodservice channel sales structure. The Winchester, Va., company announced it has signed up 20 marketing agents to extend its reach into the foodservice market and better serve the needs of distributors and end-users. Jim…
Church’s Chicken
Pedro Voyer has joined CHURCH’S CHICKEN as global chief development officer. Voyer’s responsibilities at the 1,700-unit chain include franchising, international and domestic market development, re-imaging, construction, facilities and real estate management. He joins the San Antonio, Texas, chain from Burger King Corp., where he was senior v.p.-franchising and development for North America and Canada. Voyer…
Middle East Chain Openings Continue Apace
The restaurant landscape in the Middle East continues to fill with a diverse array of U.S. chains. In a region where the average daily temperature measures three digits, Dairy Queen has opened its largest store, a 7,500-sq.-ft. unit seating 240 customers. The DQ Chill & Grill in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia, is the chain’s only two-story…
In Memoriam: Rep Ginny Heil
Virginia “Ginny” Heil, who worked in the E&S industry for nearly 40 years, died June 24. She was 54. Heil joined Moccia Enterprises in Riverton, N.J., in 1973, and became a partner in the manufacturer’s rep firm in ’93. The company said Heil was the “behind the scenes” strength and guidance that kept it together…
California Consultants Team Up
San Diego-based DM&A Inc., the largest healthcare foodservice consulting firm in North America, has formed a strategic alliance for healthcare and educational foodservice design projects with Tustin, Calif.-based Webb Design. As DM&A/Webb Design, the two companies are currently collaborating on 15 hospital design projects. DM&A, formerly Don Miller & Associates, has 11 satellite offices across…
Schlotzsky’s
Schlotzsky’s has signed 75 franchise agreements in New Jersey and Texas for 25 tri-branded restaurants that would house its eponymous brand plus Cinnabon and Carvel concepts under one roof. Units will begin to open during the next six to 12 months. The 350-unit chain is targeting Texas and untapped markets in the South, as well…
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