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G.E.T. Enterprises, LLC is pleased to announce today that it has completed the acquisition of cheforwardTM , LLC, a design leader in foodservice dinnerware, displayware, and tabletop accessories with an emphasis on melamine.
cheforward is led by David Richman, a foodservice leader and innovator for more than three decades. The cheforwardTM brand brings innovation to foodservice by marrying forward-thinking design with the right materials to provide products that delight chefs and customers alike. cheforward’s products are designed to complement chef creations and elevate perceived value. G.E.T. Enterprises, LLC will nurture and build the cheforwardTM brand and the founder, David Richman, will continue to provide his leading design vision and customer insights going forward. David states: “I am thrilled that G.E.T Enterprises will carry the cheforward brand forward. This is the ideal team to continue cheforward’s growth trajectory, supporting our mission to enable chefs’ culinary inspirations to be creatively plated in a way that delights their guests. I look forward to consulting with the G.E.T. Enterprises leadership team to build and expand the brand.” Jim White, CEO G.E.T. Enterprises, LLC and The Foodware Group, commented: “it has been a pleasure to get to know David and Nina Richman and develop the right chemistry to join forces and build cheforwardTM as a leading fashion-forward design brand in our portfolio to serve the foodservice industry.” cheforward will remain a standalone brand in the G.E.T. Enterprises portfolio; however, the products will now be stocked in our warehouses and customers will be able to purchase the cheforwardTM brand as part of their total G.E.T. Enterprises, LLC order within their existing terms and conditions such as free freight qualifications. Adding the cheforward brand to G.E.T. Enterprises’ portfolio supports our mission to provide innovatively designed, operationally durable products backed by exceptional customer service. Steelite International (“Steelite”), the world-leading manufacturer and supplier of award-winning tableware and buffet solutions for the hospitality industry, announced today the acquisition of The Homer Laughlin China Company – Foodservice Division and the Hall China Company – Foodservice Division from The Homer Laughlin China Company. The former Homer Laughlin and Hall China manufacturing operations will now collectively be known as The Fiesta® Tableware Company. Terms of the transaction were not disclosed. Steelite will take over the manufacture and sales of key product lines from Homer Laughlin and Hall China’s foodservice offerings. Customers can expect most dealer partners to stay the same, and all representation will be conducted through Steelite's network. Its vast international reach will put the Homer Laughlin name on foodservice tables worldwide. Homer Laughlin's iconic retail line, Fiesta®, will not be part of the sale and will continue to be manufactured at the existing plant in Newell, West Virginia. Fiesta®, will be sold exclusively to the foodservice market by Steelite International.
Elizabeth Wells McIlvain, president of The Homer Laughlin China Company, said, "We want our customers to know they are in good hands with Steelite. Both companies are working hard to make this a seamless transition." She added, "We started our foodservice division in the late 1950s, and it's been a rewarding 60+ years. We especially thank all of our foodservice customers who have supported us and helped make Homer and Hall what are widely considered iconic brands. To these customers, you will still be able to get these products, but through Steelite's rep channel and dealers. Finding a powerhouse brand like Steelite was important to us as we transitioned to focus on Fiesta® and its considerable retail influence.” McIlvain said the Wells family entered into the sale of the foodservice division to be able to focus exclusively on the popular and colorful line of retail dinnerware that has been an American standard and one of the most celebrated American retail brands since 1936. “We are very pleased to acquire The Homer Laughlin China Co., and Hall China Company brands for the hospitality market," said Steelite International president and CEO John Miles. "In working with the Wells family, we understood we needed a creative solution since we were only acquiring a portion of the business. We took a step back to analyze the situation and came up with an imaginative and collaborative plan that achieved both parties' goals, which were for Steelite to acquire and sell HLC and Hall China brands to the Americas foodservice market and for Fiesta's production to stay in America at the current HLC facility on the Ohio River. As we take over the manufacturing of the foodservice ranges, our number one priority at Steelite will be to supply HLC and Hall China customers with the same quality, durability, and body composition the brands are known for in our industry." McIlvain said, "The decision to sell the foodservice division was very difficult for the Wells family, and we deliberated and considered it thoughtfully. We wanted to find a home for our foodservice customers with a manufacturer who could take on the reputation for excellence and the beloved shapes and patterns that we've been proud to manufacture for more than 60 years. Steelite is that company." About The Homer Laughlin China Co The Homer Laughlin China Company® was founded in 1871 and will continue manufacturing as The Fiesta® Tableware Company. For more information, please contact the HLC Inc., 672 Fiesta Drive, Newell, WV 26050. Phone: (800) 452-4462. Fax: (304) 387-0593. Web: www.hlcdinnerware.com/faqs. Email: [email protected]. About Steelite International Steelite International is the leading manufacturer and supplier of award-winning tabletop and buffet products for the global hospitality industry. Listening to customers has allowed Steelite to offer innovative solutions in china, metal, glass, wood, and melamine. Dual headquarters located in New Castle, PA, and Stoke -On-Trent UK, along with a 500,000 square foot manufacturing facility enables Steelite to service over 140 countries. Steelite is committed to providing the best in functionality and design while minimizing the effect on our environment. www.steelite.com For more information contact: Alison Clingensmith Director of Marketing Steelite International 724-856-4949 [email protected]
William Edwards Limited, founded in 1993 by William Edwards in Stoke-on-Trent, is known globally for its fine bone china servicing famous brands across the world. This includes collaborations with Michelin-star chefs like Brett Graham and Tom Kerridge to design stunning yet practical tableware collections. Their excellent reputation in servicing four and five-star hotels is second to none and includes a roster of high profile customers, including Jumeirah, Rosewood London, Claridge's, Four Seasons Hotel, The Connaught, The Dorchester, and the Historic Royal Palaces.
"We are so pleased to welcome William Edwards and his team at WE Limited to Steelite International," said John Miles, President, and CEO, Steelite International. "Our goal with all our iconic brands is to provide customers with exceptional quality, creative design, and unparalleled service; William Edwards is a perfect fit!" "WE Ltd are very excited to be joining Steelite International," said William Edwards. "We see this as the perfect fit for our ambitions of future worldwide brand growth. The combination of Steelite International's unrivaled global reach, with both of our U.K. based factories in Stoke-on-Trent working in unison, will undoubtedly allow our passion and creativity in tableware to thrive in the future." The acquisition of William Edwards Limited will strengthen Steelite's position in the luxury tableware sector, while at the same time powering William Edward's growth in the development, design, and manufacturing of luxury dinnerware. Both Steelite and William Edwards will continue to operate from their current facilities in Stoke-on-Trent, the heartland of England's ceramics industry, since the late 1700s. About Steelite International Steelite International is the leading manufacturer and supplier of award-winning tabletop and buffet products for the global hospitality industry. Listening to customers has allowed Steelite to offer innovative solutions in china, metal, glass, wood, melamine, and buffet. Dual headquarters, located in New Castle, PA, and Stoke-On-Trent UK, along with a 500,000 square foot manufacturing facility, enables Steelite to service over 140 countries. Steelite is committed to providing the best in functionality and design while minimising the effect on our environment. www.steelite.com About William Edwards A passion for shape, design, and traditional British craftsmanship is the inspiration behind every piece of William Edwards chinaware. Established in 1993 by William Edwards, a graduate of The Royal College of Art London, William Edwards specialises in the design and manufacture of fine bone chinaware for both luxury hospitality and retail clients worldwide. www.williamedwards.co.uk |
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