Los Angeles — Target Corporation has installed solar panels on the roof of its Napa, Calif., store, marking the 500th Target location to utilize solar energy. In 2015, Target had set a goal to install solar panels on 500 of its stores by 2020, and now it has achieved that goal with this Napa, Calif., installation. “At Target, we’re committed to making our operations even more sustainable to create a better future for our guests, team members and the planet,” says John Leisen, vice president of property management at Target. “Ambitious …
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St. Louis — PaintSmiths of Missouri is now known as SmithPro Commercial Painting. According to Michael Smith, president and owner, the new name focuses on the professional and commercial capabilities of the business. “Over the years we have evolved to become the premier commercial painting contractor in the St. Louis metro area,” Smith says. “As we continue to grow, we wanted a name that truly emphasizes our professional commercial painting capabilities. Everything else with the business has stayed the same: the professional staff, the turnkey services offered and the high-quality …
Tampa, Fla. — MaintenX International, one of the nation’s largest providers of self-performing facility maintenance, has experienced several important milestones that were achieved in 2019, including the addition of a new division and a new office. “Each year for more than 40 years we’ve had something to celebrate,” says Bill Schaphorst, vice president of business development at MaintenX. “This year is certainly no different.” 2019 brought tremendous growth for MaintenX. The company added its waterproofing division to help support customer needs, and dozens of new employees from coast to coast. …
Saginaw, Mich. — Duro-Last, Inc. has welcomed Andrea Fisher as the director of marketing and Dan Ervin as the director of national accounts. Fisher will oversee and execute the branding and marketing initiatives for all John R. Burt Enterprises’ companies. As the director of national accounts, Ervin will oversee the continued growth and development of Duro-Last’s network of multi-location national account partners. Most recently, Fisher was marketing director of the Michigan-based industrial manufacturing organization MERRILL Technologies Group, Inc. Previously, Ervin co-founded Envision Real Estate Software where, for over 10 years, …
Carlsbad, Calif. — The Crack Shack, a San Diego-based casual restaurant chain that offers organic, locally-sourced chicken and egg dishes, recently opened its first location beyond California, taking its place amongst the fierce competition on the Las Vegas strip. With the intention to dazzle Las Vegas-style, The Crack Shack invested in audio/video solutions controlled by Xantech’s Video over IP Platform and ELAN. “Being located at the Park MGM, Las Vegas’s newest hotel and casino, The Crack Shack’s owners knew they needed to go big to attract attention and fit the city’s over-the-top …
Kansas City, Mo. — Service Management Group (SMG), a global customer, patient and employee experience management partner to more than 500 brands, has launched a new customer experience management program with American fast-food restaurant chain P. Terry’s Burger Stand. By combining platform technology and best-in-class professional services, SMG is uniquely positioned to help P. Terry’s uncover and activate customer insights. Founded in 2005, P. Terry’s is a classic, Texas-based burger joint with a focus on small-town hospitality. “With SMG’s leadership in the restaurant industry and a track record of providing …
Frederick, Md. — Roy Rogers® Restaurants has partnered with Singer EVI to provide equipment fulfillment and kitchen design support for its existing and future quick-service restaurant locations. Roy Rogers Restaurants celebrated its 50th anniversary in 2018. Since then, the company has been focusing intently on investments to strengthen its operations, infrastructure and both its consumer and franchise offerings in preparation to mount an aggressive expansion campaign. The company has added nearly half a dozen new executives who are seasoned experts in restaurant operations and marketing. It has added new and …
Oak Brook, Ill. — Let’s Pave, LLC, a leading national provider of specialized paving services and solutions, has hired three new employees to help lead its growing sales team and accounting department. Jim Breech, director of business development, has more than 20 years of experience in sales and sales management leadership. He joined Let’s Pave from a closely related industry where he built long term relationships with many similar accounts which resulted in extraordinary sales growth. Breech’s executive experience in corporate strategy and business development is valuable to his new …
Latham, N.Y. — DWM Comprehensive Facility Solutions has promoted Bennett Van Wert to director, sales & development. He previously served as national sales manager. In his new role, Van Wert will be responsible for the development of processes and procedures to create sustainable growth with both new and existing clients. Van Wert joined DWM in 2017, bringing with him experience in account management and sales. His efforts at DWM have resulted in the growth of DWM, specifically within the Facilities Maintenance and Construction & Renovation divisions. Van Wert’s efforts have …
Hawthorne, Calif. — Fulham Co., Inc., a leading manufacturer and supplier of lighting components and electronics for commercial and specialty applications, has appointed Edwin Reyes as director of OEM sales and business development. In his new role, Reyes will oversee all OEM sales activities for the Fulham organization. He brings over 14 years of experience to the role, gained through his time at Fulham, having started his career in the engineering department of the California-based company before recently serving as product manager for LED Drivers and Modules. The appointment is …