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ROBERT RUSSINI DAVE HERRING
Diversified Foodservice Supply Diversifi ed Foodservice Supply (DFS), the parent company of dealer TundraFMP, appointed Chris Osos as chief marketing offi cer and Robert Russini as chief sales offi cer. Osos joins DFS with 25 years of experience in marketing, e-commerce and supply chain. As chief marketing offi cer, he will partner with the DFS leadership team to align overall marketing and e-commerce strategies with both short and long-term objectives. Previously, Osos served as vice president of marketing and e-commerce for Transtar Industries and he also held several executive leadership roles at Grainger and Misumi.
Russini brings nearly 30 years of sales and sales leadership experience to DFS. Russini’s career includes 27 years at Grainger, where he progressed from warehouse associate to vice president of national accounts for retail and group purchasing organization segments. Most recently, he served as vice president of sales for Lindfast Solutions Group, overseeing a $700 million sales function and 150 sales team members.
“We are very excited to welcome Chris and Robert to the DFS team,” DFS CEO Dale Barina said. “Their extensive experience and proven track records in marketing, e-commerce and sales leadership will be instrumental in driving our growth strategies and enhancing our customer experience.”
Electrolux Professional Group The president of Electrolux Professional Group’s food business in the Americas has announced his retirement. Dave Herring joined the manufacturer after it acquired Unifi ed Brands in 2021. Previously, he was the president of Unifi ed Brands from 2014 until the acquisition and now serves as president of business area food Americas. In a press release, Electrolux said he would remain with the company until a successor has been found. “I would like to thank Dave Herring for his valuable contribution to Electrolux Professional Group,” said Alberto Zanata, president and CEO of Electrolux Professional Group. “He played an instrumental role in the integration of Unifi ed
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Brands into Electrolux Professional making the group a signifi cantly larger player in the U.S. I would like to express our sincere appreciation for his dedication and hard work. I am also happy that he has agreed to stay until a successor has been found.”
Hatco
Hatco has appointed Erich Dussert as its new European regional sales manager. In his new role, Dussert will oversee the manufacturer’s sales strategy and operations throughout the European market.
With more than 20 years of experience in sales and regional management in Europe, the Middle East and Africa (EMEA), Dussert’s appointment is intended to advance Hatco’s strategic initiatives and presence across the region. His past tenures at Parts Town – REPA, Filtrox, Revol, and Welbilt are a testament to his capabilities, the company said in a press release. Dussert’s comprehensive skill in market analysis, team leadership and client relationship management are expected to be invaluable in his new position.
Horizon Equipment Horizon Equipment, a distributor based in Minnesota, has named Ryan Smith as its new president. With 13 years of dedicated service at Horizon and a distinguished background in the industry, Smith is set to lead the company into its next phase of growth and innovation. Smith’s career at
Horizon has been marked by his strategic vision and operational expertise, which have been instrumental in guiding Horizon through periods of signifi cant expansion, the company said in a press release. Before joining Horizon, Smith served as a regional manager at Whole Foods, where he honed his skills in leadership and management.
Hoshizaki America Hoshizaki America, a manufacturer specializing in commercial ice and refrigeration equipment, announced the hiring of a new director of strategic accounts management and a new director of training. Kelly Marincik will take over the director of strategic accounts management within the strategic sales team. In
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