On the Move RECENT PROMOTIONS, HIRES AND RETIREMENTS AT FEDA MEMBER COMPANIES
ANGELO SODANO MARTIN ROHDE BILL WOLFE Boston
Showcase Company Boston Showcase Company, a foodservice equipment dealer and FEDA member company, has added Angelo Sodano, a 25- year industry veteran as a project design specialist. Sodano’s past work includes Woods Hill Table at Pier 4 in Boston, multiple Tavern on the Square, Tony C’s and Temazcal and PAGU in Cambridge, Massachusetts. “Angelo brings a
wealth of knowledge and experience to our design team,” Alan Starr, president of Boston Showcase Company, said. “He has worked with some of the premier restaurateurs in Boston and has a great reputation in the industry.”
Hotel &
Restaurant Supply After four decades at Hotel & Restaurant Supply, Executive Vice President Bill Wolfe has retired from the Mississippi-based foodservice equipment dealer. Wolfe’s leadership was invaluable in leading the company through
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its many years of growth and expansion. Hotel & Restaurant Supply President Mason Greene said, “Bill’s passion for our industry will be sorely missed but his legacy will be carried on by all of us here at H&R who were impacted by him. We can never thank Bill enough for all he has contributed to make H&R the strong organization that it is today for our team members, customers and vendors!”
Oneida
Hospitality Group Oneida Hospitality
Group has announced its new CEO as former TriMark United East President Scott McDaniel.
In his new role, McDaniel will lead the management team for U.S. and Canadian operations and other away- from-home channels.
Parts Town Parts Town, a distributor of foodservice equipment parts and a FEDA associate member, has hired Martin Rohde as president, Parts Town International.
Rohde’s focus will be the rapid expansion of Parts Town’s global footprint to improve access to genuine OEM parts to support manufacturer and customer partners. He will have full responsibility for Parts Town’s operations outside of its core United States and Canadian markets. “Martin’s international perspective, combined with his digital know-how and leadership capabilities, are exactly what we need.” CEO Steve Snower said. “He fits our culture and core values well, and we are incredibly excited to welcome him to our team.”
Perlick
Perlick, a FEDA manufacturer member that produces commercial-grade refrigeration, underbar and beverage dispensing equipment, has announced the hiring of a new chief sales officer and chief financial officer.
Joining the company as chief sales officer, Chris Baichoo brings expertise from previous management, sales and engineering roles,
most recently as the leader of an organization in the refrigerated merchandising industry. In his new position, Baichoo will oversee both the commercial and residential sides of Perlick’s sales organization as the company works to create a more cohesive, central sales force. Baichoo moved into the role in January following the retirement of Jim Koelbl after 42 years with Perlick. In February, Tracy Pearson joined Perlick as chief financial officer. She will succeed Dave Stram, who is preparing for retirement. Pearson has more than 30 years of experience across multiple industries and most recently served as the CFO and senior vice president and Regal Ware Worldwide. In her new role, she will provide key value to Perlick’s financial function through her expertise in driving revenue, building financial infrastructures and facilitating strategic alignment to create high- performing organizations.
CHRIS BAICHOO TRACY PEARSON
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