PEACHTREE CITY, Ga. — Hoshizaki Alliance, a group of companies that make products for the food-service industry, has announced enhancements to its leadership team with a key promotion and the addition of two new members. These appointees, who will report directly to Hoshizaki Americas region president Chris Karssiens, are set to drive growth and strengthen market presence, the company said in a press release.
Bret Eldridge has been promoted to vice president of strategic accounts. Eldridge has been instrumental in launching multi-brand sales initiatives with key customers since joining the team from Hoshizaki America last year, the press release said.
Hoshizaki Alliance has welcomed Joel Horn as senior vice president and general counsel. Horn brings 28 years of legal experience in manufacturing organizations, including at Mitsubishi Power Systems, Enodis, Manitowoc Foodservice, and Welbilt, the press release said.
Dianna Nielsen joined Hoshizaki Alliance as vice president of global accounts. Nielsen will lead the development of key global accounts across all Hoshizaki product platforms, working closely with regional and global stakeholders, the press release said. Nielsen has 32 years of experience managing global accounts for leading companies.
“The recent appointments of Bret Eldridge, Joel Horn, and Dianna Nielsen mark a pivotal moment for Hoshizaki Alliance,” said Karssiens. “Together, they will play a vital role in driving our strategic initiatives and enhancing our collaborative efforts across the Alliance.”