Welbilt Showcase Latest Innovations at Host Milan 2017

New Port Richey, FL. Welbilt, Inc. is delighted to announce that it will be exhibiting at the prestigious Host Milan Show taking place this October at the Fieramilano exhibition centre. This will mark the company’s first appearance as Welbilt at the European exhibition following its rebranding from Manitowoc Foodservice early this year. The show provides the perfect opportunity to showcase Welbilt’s full portfolio of products and services available to the European market. Host Milan, now in its 40th year, attracts thousands of foodservice consultants, operators and industry professionals from across the globe and is one of the most anticipated events within the industry.

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FE&S Magazine recognized Welbilt in Six Categories for 2017 Best In Class Study

NEW PORT RICHEY, Fl. – Foodservice Equipment & Supplies (FE&S) magazine just released the results of its annual Best in Class Survey and this year four Welbilt brands have won prestigious 2017 Overall Best in Class Awards in six categories for Heavy Equipment. Two additional brands were recognized as a category winner for specific segments. ...

Welbilt Joins CEO Action for Diversity & Inclusion™ Initiative

NEW PORT RICHEY, Fl. – Welbilt, Inc. (NYSE: WBT), a leading global supplier of commercial foodservice equipment, today joined the CEO Action for Diversity & Inclusion™ initiative. “Becoming a more diverse and inclusive place to work is not only a key priority for me as a CEO, but it is critical to the success of Welbilt as a global company,” said Hubertus Muehlhaeuser, President and CEO of Welbilt, “Engaging different points of view and cultural perspectives will enable us to effectively and efficiently meet the growing demands of our customers today and in the future. The CEO Action for Diversity & Inclusion™ initiative is an important step in our transformational journey.” ...

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Welbilt Announce Vice President Sales for EMEA

Guildford, UK. Welbilt is delighted to announce that Jean-Paul Roudier has been appointed as Vice President of Sales for the EMEA region, with immediate effect. This role will allow him to build on the success that he has achieved within the Middle East African market, where he helped deliver substantial growth to the business. Jean-Paul will assume responsibility for sales and distribution strategy in the entire EMEA region. ...

Welbilt Unveils New Product and Service Brand Logos

NEW PORT RICHEY, Fl. – Welbilt, Inc. (NYSE:WBT), a leading global supplier of commercial foodservice equipment, will unveil new logos for its product and service brands at the National Restaurant Association (NRA) Show in Chicago, May 20 – 23, 2017. This change is part of Welbilt’s February announcement changing its corporate identity and branding.

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Welbilt Named Energy Star Partner of Year for Sustained Excellence Eighth Consecutive Year and Counting

New Port Richey, FL - April 6, 2017 - Welbilt has been named a 2017 ENERGY STAR Partner of the Year - Sustained Excellence Award winner for continued leadership in protecting our environment through superior energy efficiency achievements. Welbilt’s accomplishments will be recognized by the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency and the U.S. Department of Energy in Washington, D.C. on April 26, 2017. ...

Executives and guests of Welbilt Incorporated (NYSE:WBT) visit the New York Stock Exchange

Executives and guests of Welbilt Incorporated (NYSE:WBT) visit the New York Stock Exchange (NYSE) to celebrate their rebrand. To mark the occasion President & Chief Executive Officer, Hubertus Muehlhaeuser, rings the Opening Bell®.

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Manitowoc Foodservice to begin trading as Welbilt (NYSE:WBT) today

Will ring the Opening Bell® at the New York Stock Exchange on March 10th to celebrate the name change

New Port Richey, FL. - March 6, 2017 - Manitowoc Foodservice, Inc. announced today that it has completed its previously-announced name change to Welbilt, Inc. and will begin trading today on the New York Stock Exchange with the new ticker WBT. Current shareholders will have their existing shares converted from MFS shares to WBT shares automatically. To celebrate its name change and new ticker, Welbilt will ring the Opening Bell® at the New York Stock Exchange on Friday, March 10th.

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Welbilt Brands receive two 2017 NRA Kitchen Innovation Awards

This prominent foodservice industry award recognizes creative new equipment and technology that deliver developments in labor and energy efficiency, food safety, and more

Chicago, IL; February 22, 2017 -The National Restaurant Association® today announces the recipients of the 2017 Kitchen Innovations (KI) Awards, honoring forward-thinking equipment and technologies that increase efficiencies and productivity for back-of-the-house operations and benefit restaurant operators. Each recipient and their product will be showcased in the interactive Kitchen Innovations Pavilion at the 2017 National Restaurant Association Restaurant, Hotel-Motel Show, held from May 20-23 in Chicago at McCormick Place. ...

Welbilt and Halton Group Announce Strategic Alliance

New Port Richey, FL. - February 8, 2017 - Manitowoc Foodservice, Inc. (NYSE: MFS) (which is changing its name to Welbilt, Inc. on March 6, 2017) and Halton Group Americas have entered into a strategic alliance to facilitate the integration of Halton ventilation solutions into a wide range of Welbilt’s equipment to better meet the needs of their customers. ...

Manitowoc Foodservice Changing Name to Welbilt

NEW PORT RICHEY, Fl. -- Manitowoc Foodservice, Inc. (NYSE: MFS), a leading global supplier of commercial foodservice equipment, announced today that it is rebranding the company, its logo and its brand identity to Welbilt, Inc. The ticker symbol will change to “NYSE:WBT” on March 6, 2017. The new name and brand represent a long-standing commitment to put customers’ needs first. The change is part of the company's strategic repositioning after it spun off from its former parent company, The Manitowoc Company, in March 2016.  

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Manitowoc Foodservice congratulates team USA on winning Bocuse d’Or Competition

NEW PORT RICHEY, Fl. - Manitowoc Foodservice, Inc. (NYSE: MFS), a leading global supplier of commercial foodservice equipment, congratulates team USA on winning the gold medal at the 2017 Bocuse d'Or in Lyon, France. For the first time in the contest’s 30-year history, a team of top U.S. chefs won the so-called Olympics for Chefs. “This is a historic moment for team USA,” said Hubertus Mühlhäuser, President and CEO of Manitowoc Foodservice, “We were thrilled by the team’s outstanding performance and would like to congratulate Chef Thomas Keller, Chef Mathew Peters and his Commis Harrison Turone.” ...

2016 Outstanding Directors Awards

The 2016 Outstanding Directors Awards will honor Tampa Bay area directors who have demonstrated the vital leadership and business savvy skills necessary to help guide their businesses’ success.

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FE&S Magazine recognized Manitowoc Foodservice in Six Categories for 2016 “Best In Class” Heavy Duty Kitchen Equipment

New Port Richey, FL . . . Foodservice Equipment & Supplies (FE&S) magazine just released the results of its annual Best in Class Survey last night and this year four Manitowoc Foodservice brands have won prestigious 2016 Overall Best in Class Awards in 6 categories. ...

Manitowoc Foodservice Announces Americas Buying Group and Asia Pacific Leadership Shifts

New Port Richey, FL . . . Manitowoc Foodservice (NYSE: MFS) has announced that Gary Dykstra, VP Sales Buying Groups, will retire from his role of leading the company’s business with the USA Buying Groups at the end of this year. He will continue to serve as a consultant to the business. Chris Karssiens has been appointed to SVP Sales USA Buying Groups and will be replacing Dykstra in this role. Manitowoc Foodservice is also pleased to announce Phil Dei Dolori as SVP and General Manager EMEA and APAC.

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Innovations Television TV Show

On-the-go consumers in the U.S. are changing the way food is consumed and served. Convenience plays a role in how and where Americans eat, but so does fresh foods that is locally sourced. It’s as important, if not more than convenience.

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What does the CEO of Tampa Bay's newest big company think of this area?

The Tampa Bay area recently landed the corporate headquarters of Manitowoc Foodservices, an international commercial kitchen equipment manufacturer that spun off from its Wisconsin-based parent and went public on March 4.

The Trinity-based company, led by new CEO Hubertus Muehlhauser, generated $1.5 billion in revenue last year, placing it among the top 10 Tampa Bay area public companies in sales.

Before taking over at Manitowoc in August, the German-born Muehlhauser spent 12 years at consulting firm Arthur D. Little, where he analyzed the food chain from farm to consumer. After that, he oversaw European and Asian operations for Agco Corporation, an agricultural equipment manufacturer.

Muehlhauser, 46, chatted with the Tampa Bay Times about the Tampa Bay area and his vision for the company in Florida. Questions and answers have been edited for clarity and brevity.

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EPA recognizes Manitowoc Foodservice with 2016 ENERGY STAR® Partner of the Year – Sustained Excellence Award

Manitowoc Foodservice, Inc. recognized for its sustained leadership to protect the environment
 
New Port Richey, FLMarch 28, 2016 – The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) has recognized Manitowoc Foodservice, Inc. with a 2016 ENERGY STAR Partner of the Year – Sustained Excellence Award for its continued leadership in protecting our environment through superior energy efficiency achievements. Manitowoc Foodservice’s accomplishments will be recognized in Washington, D.C. on April 13, 2016. ...

Manitowoc Foodservice Debuts Today as Independent, Publicly Traded Company Ringing Opening Bell at New York Stock Exchange

New Port Richey, FL. – March 4, 2016 – Manitowoc Foodservice, Inc. (NYSE: MFS), a leading global supplier of commercial foodservice equipment, debuts today as a standalone, publicly traded company following its spinoff from The Manitowoc Company, Inc. (NYSE: MTW). To celebrate the company’s independence, Hubertus Muehlhaeuser, President and CEO of Manitowoc Foodservice, will ring the Opening Bell at the New York Stock Exchange today at 9:30 am ET. Muehlhaeuser and the company’s executive leadership team will be joined by Cindy Egnotovich, the company’s Chairperson of the Board, and world-famous Chef Daniel Boulud. ...

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