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04 First impressions
Rich Gleitsmann, Chief Operating Officer of
Ali Group North America, assesses the current
state of the foodservice industry and reflects
on his first nine months in his new role.
06 SONIC Boom
A creative menu, virtually limitless drink
selection and culinary innovation add up to
success for this QSR chain. SONIC works
closely with three Ali Group brands to bring
their signature menu items to customers.
14 Aladdin Temp-Rite: Serving the
Healthcare Market
Aladdin Temp-Rite President Marty Rothschild
discusses how the brand has grown to be an
industry leader since its start in 1968, and
the unique needs of healthcare foodservice.
Also, two success stories show how healthcare
facilities solved their unique problems.
24 Trending Today
Leading foodservice consultants spot the top
trends in foodservice for 2015.
28 Building Customer Loyalty
Through Service
Making the sale is only the beginning;
Ali Group North America companies deliver
service that builds long-term relationships.
32 Rancilio: Making the Perfect
Cup of Coffee
The latest brand to join the Ali Group takes
the company into a new market – coffee.
Through almost a century of devotion and
innovation Rancilio has grown from a small
warehouse to a key part of the Ali Group.
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on Healthcare Foodservice During
Consultant Event
Top healthcare consultants gathered to hear
about the trends affecting their industry and
how our Ali Group brands can help meet the
needs of today's operators.
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