IFDA Announces 2025 Board of Directors Members

McLean, Va. (January 27, 2025) – The International Foodservice Distributors Association (IFDA) is pleased to announce its 2025 Board of Directors. This group of dedicated professionals will provide leadership and strategic direction as the association continues to promote the growth, development, and success of the foodservice distribution industry.

“I am honored to lead the IFDA Board of Directors as Chairman,” said Mike Sweet, President of Ben E. Keith Foods. “Serving with such a talented and committed group of industry leaders will ensure IFDA has the support and direction necessary to advance the foodservice distribution industry’s highest priorities.”

The board guides the association’s strategy, addressing key challenges and positioning members for success in a rapidly evolving marketplace. The 2025 directors represent 25 CEO’s, company owners and senior executives with operations from coast to coast, including national, regional, family-owned, and publicly traded companies.

“With seasoned leadership, the 2025 IFDA Board of Directors is set to propel the association forward,” said Mark S. Allen, President and CEO of IFDA. “Their collective value to the industry cannot be understated (or overstated?). As we execute our strategic priorities, the Board will help us demonstrate the critical role foodservice distributors play in the food supply chain by raising the industry’s visibility and advocating for our members’ interests.”

The 2025 Board of Directors is comprised of:

IFDA Officers

Mr. Mike Sweet, Chairman, President, Ben E. Keith Foods

Ms. Susan Adzick, Vice Chair, President, McLane Foodservice

Mr. Rick Jensen, Treasurer, President, Harbor Wholesale Foods

Mr. Mark S. Allen, President and CEO, IFDA

IFDA Directors

Mr. Matt Ehrhart**, President, Kohl Wholesale

Ms. Brenna Garrett**, SVP of Field Merchandising, Inventory Management, and Revenue Management, Sysco Corporation

Mr. Ford Hamilton**, Chief Executive Officer, Wood Fruitticher Food Service

Mr. Ryan Hammer**, President, Quality Custom Distribution

Mr. Russell Hata, Chairman, President and CEO, Y. Hata & Co., Ltd.

Mrs. Kellie Janssen, President, Henry’s Foods, Inc.

Mr. Bruce Kern, II, President, CAC, JFS, Curtze Food Service

Mr. Bill Lewis, President and CEO, Frosty Acres Brands, Inc.

Mr. Scott McPherson**, President and Chief Operating Officer, Performance Food Group

Mr. Peter Mouskondis, President and CEO, Nicholas & Company, Inc.

Mr. Chris Pappas, President and CEO, The Chefs’ Warehouse

Mr. Rick Robertson, President and CEO, Dennis Food Service

Mrs. Sue Ryan, President, Upper Lakes Foods Inc.

Mr. Bob Stewart, Chief Executive Officer, UniPro Foodservice, Inc.

Mr. Randy Taylor, Executive Vice President, Field Operations, US Foods

Mr. Dick Tracy, Chief Executive Officer, Dot Foods, Inc.

Mr. Jeff Tynes, President and CEO, SGC Foodservice

Mr. Dan Van Eerden, President and CEO, Van Eerden Foodservice

Mr. Terry S. Walsh, President, Southwest Traders, Inc.

Mr. Cannon Whitby**, Senior Vice President, Foodservice, Shamrock Foods Company

Mr. Rich Wolowski*, President and CEO, Gordon Food Service

* = Past Board Chair

** = New Board Member

For more information about IFDA and the foodservice distribution industry, visit ifdaonline.org.

About the International Foodservice Distributors Association

The International Foodservice Distributors Association (IFDA) is the premier trade organization representing the $382 billion foodservice distribution industry. This industry ensures a safe and efficient supply of food and products to more than one million restaurants and foodservice outlets in the U.S. daily.