Green Mountain Coffee Roasters: Recently announced its fiscal 2008 and fiscal fourth quarter results, reporting strong sales and even stronger earnings growth. Robust earnings were driven by the success of Keurig Brewers and K-Cup portion packs, up 62 percent over the yearago quarter. “I am thrilled with our employees’ ability to execute and innovate, building for the future and delivering the strong financial results we are reporting today,” says Lawrence Blanford, president and CEO. “With our proprietary Keurig Single-Cup Brewing System, we are turning opportunity into success, driving sales growth and profitability.” For more information, call 888-TRY-GMCR or visit
www.greenmountaincoffee.com…
Spring USA: Welcomes Stephen Gay as regional sales manager–east. Gay is a graduate of the University of Virginia and Johnson & Wales University and was named one of the Top 40 Executives Under 40 by Inside Business Magazine. As a certified executive chef, Gay will offer technical and product knowledge in the hotel and resort sector. He will be responsible for the eastern region, with direct responsibilities in the Washington, D.C., area. For more information, visit www.springusa.com…
Localecopia: This new organizational network of hotels, restaurants, country clubs, farmers, educators, and others working together to focus on “local” recently held its roll-out meeting, with approximately 32 people in attendance. Localecopia seeks to provide the connections between hotel F&B operators who want to be involved in local and sustainability programs and local farmers wanting to sell their products to local establishments. For more information, visit
www.localecopia.org…
Hobart: Announced it will begin representing the Baxter brand of baking products. This collective offering will bring together Baxter’s premier baking brand with Hobart’s network of foodservice and retail sales, dealers, and service representatives to deliver a more complete package of kitchen equipment. Production of Baxter equipment will continue at the company’s Orting, Washington, facility, while sales support will be handled by Hobart. For more information, visit
www.hobartcorp.com…
Simplot: Announces the approval of the UpSidesTM Multigrain Blends product line by the Whole Grains Council, a group of industry scientists and chefs committed to increasing consumption of whole grains for better health. In order to receive Whole Grains Council approval, products must contain at least 8 grams of whole grains per serving. Products with at least 16 grams of whole grains per serving and containing entirely whole grains are granted the 100 percent Whole Grain Stamp. Starting with ancient whole grains such as Kamut brand wheat, amaranth, and quinoa, UpSides combines whole grains with colorful vegetables, distinctive herbs, and flavorful seasonings to deliver on-trend, healthy side dishes. Look for the Whole Grain Stamp on UpSides Multigrain Blends products. For more information, visit
www.simplotfoods.com…
Fishery Products International: Offers an ocean of opportunity to raise seafood IQs at FPIQ, FPI’s seafood school. Twice a year, the company hosts approximately 20 chefs, food brokers, purchasing agents, food marketers, and other industry professionals at its Danvers, Massachusetts, headquarters and nearby Peabody warehouse. Over three days, students learn about every aspect of seafood, including sustainable sourcing, market supply and demand, new species, menu promotion and labeling, and geography. Classroom time is balanced with hands-on activities, such as learning how to fillet a fish, taste testing FPI’s line of products, and touring the company’s production areas to see how consumer and commercial seafood products are made. For more information, visit
www.fisheryproducts.com…
Electrolux Professional: Mark Whalen has been named president of Electrolux Food Service Americas Division. Whalen is an industry veteran with more than 30 years of experience. He previously led the efforts of Jackson, Vulcan-Hart, and Victory and serves on the board of directors for the North American Association of Foodservice Equipment Manufacturers (NAFEM). In his new role, Whalen will be responsible for all aspects of the foodservice equipment business in the region. For more information about Electrolux, visit
www.electroluxusa.com/professional…
Milliken & Company: FORTUNE magazine has ranked Milliken 64th on its 12th annual “100 Best Companies to Work For” list. Milliken also ranked 17th on the “Best Medium- Sized Company” list. “Our constant engagement and dedication to a culture of integrity, innovation, and excellence is what makes us successful,” says Milliken President & CEO Joe Salley. For more information, visit
www.milliken.com…
MTS Seating: Has hired David Wiles as account executive-design. Wiles has an accomplished background in sales, marketing, promotions and customer relations, both in the medical and hospitality industries. He will be responsible for increasing sales by securing design specifications and developing relationships with pivotal accounts in coordination with Greg Piper, executive VP of sales. For more information, visit www.mtsseating.com…
Maywood Furniture Corp: Announces recent plant upgrades utilizing robotic welders to enable faster, more precise manufacturing of table trucks, dollies, and C-leg tables. The plant is now a state-of-the-art manufacturing facility, resulting in improved turnaround speed and reduced costs for Maywood and its customers. For more information, visit
www.maywood.com…
