FEDA: A Year in Review and Moving Forward
As one year ends and another begins, it is always important to look back on what was accomplished and what you hope to accomplish in the coming year.
Rapids/FEDA President Joe Schmitt: Why Are Foodservice Dealers Important?
When facing the obstacles posed by the rapidly-changing foodservice industry on your business, it can be easy to turn your focus inward and start immediately looking for answers. However, by skipping over the query and going straight to the solution, you may be overlooking vital components.
Dean Demorest – DEEM Winner March 2018
Delivering Excellence in Every Moment March 2018 Dean Demorest Sales Representative Communicates with potential Star Foodservice Equipment customers by phone or in person, answering questions and selling products and services. Nominator: Kathy Trca For: Being a...Design Project Challenges: Preparing For and Handling Problems and Changes
“Even in the best-thought-out project, changes along the way are inevitable.” Eric Schmitt, Vice President of Rapids, hit the nail on the head with these words. No matter how carefully you plan, many aspects of your project will remain beyond your control.
Sponsoring Future Foodservice Entrepreneurs at the 2018 Iowa ProStart Invitational
Each year, the ProStart Invitational is held by Prostart, a two-year educational program focused on providing the experience, skills, and connections future chefs and restaurants owners need to succeed in this volatile field. This competition is held at both the state and national levels, and gives students the opportunities to show off their skills, meet with industry leaders, and win thousands of dollars in scholarships.