Member of the Year
Member of the Year is the highest honor a SEFA Dealer can earn. This year’s winner was Restaurant Depot/Jetro Cash 'N Carry. This company has experienced phenomenal growth, they have people actively involved in the leadership of SEFA and they go out of their way to increase market share. Accepting the award were Larry Rosenthal, Matthew Arthur, Tom Owens and Tom Uyechi. This is the third time Restaurant Depot/Jetro Cash 'N Carry has accepted Member of the Year honors.
Shown in photo from left: Tedde Reid, Larry Rosenthal, Tom Uyechi, Tom Owens, Matthew Arthur and Jim Reid.
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Supplier of the Year
Supplier of the Year is the highest honor a SEFA Supplier can earn. Being selected by the entire SEFA membership base makes it even more special. This year’s winner, Cambro Manufacturing, is a leader. A Super Star in so many ways: new products, quality of products, plant and people, a company that is consistent in its dealings within the industry, a company one can always count on. Accepting the honor were Greg Fischer and Nick DiTrolio.
Shown in photo from left: Nick DiTrolio, Tedde Reid, Greg Fischer and Jim Reid.
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Strategic Leadership
Jim Hanson, Best Restaurant Equipment & Design, was recognized for his Strategic Leadership. Jim is a top-notch gentleman who measures each action by integrity and honor. Fairness is his motto, and he sets an example that others want to follow. We are truly blessed to have his leadership in SEFA.
Shown in photo from left: Tedde Reid, Jim Hanson and Jim Reid.
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President's Award
Instawares, Atlanta, Georgia, was the recipient of the 2009 President's Award. This award honors significant growth in SEFA volume. Accepting the award were Bruce Brown, Kevin Garrelts, Trish Capinski and Eric Harrison.
Shown in photo from left: Tedde Reid, Trish Capinski, Bruce Brown, Eric Harrison, Kevin Garrelts and Jim Reid.
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Onward and Upward
Reinhart Foodservice, was the winner of the Onward and Upward award. Each year they amaze us with their ongoing support of our training programs and it shows in their increased volume. 2009 saw a SEFA increase of $2 Million dollars. Accepting the award were Mike Donohoe and Martin Stein.
Shown in photo from left: Tedde Reid, Martin Stein, Mike Donohoe and Jim Reid.
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The Insider
Breckenridge Kitchen Equipment and Design, Huron, OH, was the winner of The Insider award. This award recognized the Member that put forth the best effort to focus on Buying Within the Group. Breckenridge changed more specs and worked diligently to maximize the programs of SEFA Suppliers. They also grew their SEFA volume more than 30%. Accepting the award were Dick Pohl, Mark Claus and Scott Wainwright.
Shown in photo from left: Tedde Reid, Scott Wainwright, Mark Claus, Dick Pohl and Jim Reid.
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High Achiever's Club
Three SEFA Members were honored as High Achievers. This award recognizes significant volume increases over already substantial SEFA business. The winners included: H. Weiss, Armonk, NY; Thompson & Little, Fayetteville, NC; and Penn Jersey Paper Company DBA PJP, Philadelphia, PA.
Shown in photo from left: Kevin Curtin and Irv Fine, PJP; Drew O'Quinn, Thompson & Little; Jim Weiss and Raymond Vasquez, H. Weiss.
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Circle of Excellence
The “Circle of Excellence” honors excellence and growth with SEFA. Our 2009 winners included: Acme Paper & Supply Company, Savage, MD; Associated Food Equipment & Supplies, Gulfport, MS; and CWD Distributing, Kearney, NE and Aberdeen, SD.
Shown in photo from left: Ron Howerter and Chris Abraham, CWD Distributing; Herschel Pazornick and Scott Attman, Acme Paper & Supply; Steve Horlock and Paul Watts, Associated Food Equipment & Supplies. |
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