Growth leadership Recent leadership appointments, including the promotion of Eric Santagato to president of distribution and contract, indicate a sharpening of strategic focus and potential cross-sell opportunities across PA/NY and distribution channels.

Expansion activity Acquisition of Hotel Restaurant Supply and ongoing national project execution capabilities suggest expanded product availability and more integrated solutions that can be positioned to operators seeking one-stop sourcing and turnkey design-build services.

DesignBuild strength In-house contract design and build teams, plus 18 market-specific teams, create a compelling case for upselling comprehensive kitchen redesign, equipment packages, and project management services to operators undergoing remodeling or new openings.

Industry presence Active participation in trade events such as the New York Restaurant Show reinforces credibility and provides direct access to operators facing today’s hospitality challenges, enabling targeted outreach and demo-led selling.

Tech-enabled ops A blended tech stack including Power BI, SketchUp, Jira, Wrike and SAP Concur signals an ability to offer data-driven project tracking, digital design previews, and streamlined procurement—appealing to operators prioritizing efficiency and transparency.