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Culinary Depot Culinary Depot has hired a new store manager for its Spring Valley, New York, location.
Ushi Simanovitch will now lead the store, which includes a full showroom. “Ushi brings fresh energy, strong leadership and a passion for excellence that’s already making waves,” the company said in a social media post announcing the hire. The Spring Valley store is one of Culinary Depot’s six physical locations. The company also has a strong e-commerce presence.
Hoshizaki
Hoshizaki America has appointed Kelly McWilliams as its new senior vice president of sales and marketing. McWilliams’s career spans
more than 25 years in the foodservice industry, including time at organizations such as Coca-Cola, Cornelius and Middleby. Most recently, she was the senior global vice president of sales and marketing at the Taylor Company. Her expertise in both domestic and international sales, product development, distributor growth, marketing strategy, and customer service are
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expected to position her as a powerful asset to Hoshizaki’s continued growth, the company said in a news release.
“I’m thrilled to join Hoshizaki America,” McWilliams said. “The company’s legacy of innovation, customer dedication and collaborative spirit — especially the people — made this an easy decision. I look forward to building on the great work already underway.”
Kamran Culinex Mark Howes, the former president of Culinex and chief supply chain offi cer of Kamran Culinex, retired at the end of May after more than 44 years at the North Dakota-based foodservice equipment and supplies dealer. As a young professional, Howes joined Culinex in the early 1980s. He spent the next four decades involved in various industry groups, including FEDA and three of the country’s largest buying groups.
“After an extraordinary 44 years of dedicated service, Mark stands as both a pioneer and a cornerstone in the foodservice equipment
industry,” said Mike Marantz, vice president of procurement and supply chain at Kamran & Co. “His decades-long contributions to the Culinex and Kamran & Co. brands have not only shaped our business but also elevated the standards of excellence across the entire sector.”
KaTom Restaurant Supply KaTom Restaurant Supply announced three leadership changes it believes will further its reputation for innovation, customer service excellence and strategic expansion. Paula Chesworth has been appointed president, e-commerce. In her new role, Chesworth will tap into her strategic insights and deep understanding of the digital marketplace to enhance KaTom’s already extensive online presence and user experience. Elsewhere, Charley Bible has assumed the role of president, design+build. He will lead the growing division in creative and comprehensive kitchen design, equipment procurement and installation services. Finally, James Rogers has been promoted to president,
operations, a role that will see him taking responsibility for KaTom’s robust supply chain, logistics and customer support infrastructure. “These leadership appointments refl ect KaTom’s continued investment in talent, innovation and growth,” Founder and CEO Patricia Bible said. “Paula, Charley and James are not only exceptional leaders but are also deeply committed to our mission of serving those who serve others. I am confi dent that with them at the helm of their respective divisions, KaTom is poised for a bold and impactful next chapter.”
Meiko USA
Meiko USA, a manufacturer specializing in commercial dishwashers, has appointed Lee Baker as its new vice president of product management. Previously, Baker spent
more than 17 years in various sales roles at RATIONAL USA. In his new position, he will be responsible for ensuring that Meiko’s product portfolio continues to align with the evolving needs of foodservice customers across North America both today and into the future.
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