David Sellers previously served as senior director of engineering and brings more than 25 years of experience with Hoshizaki America to his new position.
“This acquisition reflects our commitment to growing both organically and through the addition of like-minded, innovative companies,” said Chris Karssiens, president of Hoshizaki USA Holdings.
The initial Valiance series launch includes one- and two-section upright reach-in refrigerators and freezers, one- and two-section undercounter refrigerators and freezers, and one- and two-section sandwich prep tables.
The U.S. International Trade Commission (ITC) recently issued its final determination that Blue Air and Bluenix violated U.S. international trade law by infringing on three of Hoshizaki’s U.S. patents covering innovative technology used in Hoshizaki’s crescent cuber ice machines.
Anthony Ramkissoon was named to the newly created position of director of sales for the medical and scientific sectors, Steve Wright was promoted to director of strategic sales, and Kelly Marincik was promoted to senior director of strategic sales.
“The recent appointments of Bret Eldridge, Joel Horn, and Dianna Nielsen mark a pivotal moment for Hoshizaki Alliance,” said Hoshizaki Americas region president Chris Karssiens.
Sally Ray has been with Hoshizaki for almost nine years, advancing through a variety of marketing roles. LoanneFreedlund brings to Hoshizaki a wealth of experience garnered from leadership roles in finance.
