PRESIDENT'S MESSAGE: Neil Inverso - June/July 2023

Welcome to MAFSI Messenger!

Hello MAFSI members.  

My name is Neil Inverso, MAFSI President and President of ONE SOURCE REPS from Philadelphia in MAFSI Region 4 – Keystone.

I’ve proudly served on the MAFSI board of directors for 6 years, and I look forward to being your national president over the next two, MAFSI's 63rd president. 

Our membership numbers and renewal rates are at all time highs for both reps and manufacturers. 97% for reps and 87% for manufacturers.

One of the goals of my presidency is to regularly communicate with you, all the great things that MAFSI is doing to make reps and manufacturers stronger together.

Therefore, it is my pleasure to introduce you to one of our new communication vehicles, our brand-new e-newsletter, MAFSI Messenger.

MAFSI Messenger is dedicated to delivering concise, informative, and easily accessible content, keeping you up to date with the latest industry news, events, and resources within MAFSI.

Each issue of MAFSI Messenger will feature five sections that are packed with valuable insights.

1. The President's Message: Gain exclusive insights from MAFSI's president (me!) as I share my thoughts, updates, and vision for the industry.
   
   
2. Feature Article: Dive deep into a captivating and informative article that delves into the intricate workings of the foodservice industry.
   
   In our inaugural issue, we are excited to present the new RDT Podcast: "The Good, the Bad, and The Foodservice Industry." The podcast is hosted by Mike Colligon of High Sabatino Associates, Shaun Gallagher from Schmid-Wilson Group and Chris Jeens of W.D. Colledge.
   
   This engaging first episode, "Don’t Get Shocked By The Electrification of Our Industry" will offer thought-provoking discussions and valuable insights in the electrification of the foodservice industry.
   
   
3. MAFSI Member Spotlight: Celebrating the achievements and contributions of our exceptional members - one rep and one manufacturer member per issue. Get inspired by their stories and learn from their experiences.
   
   

   In this issue we profile:

   REP SPOTLIGHT: Eric Reed, Territory Manager and Corporate Chef, Midwest Professional Reps
   
   FACTORY SPOTLIGHT: Sandy Hoyt, VP of Sales, Tablecraft Products Corporation
   
   
4. Ask Alison: In this segment, industry expert Alison addresses industry-related topics and provides valuable guidance to help you navigate challenging situations.
   
   In the first issue, Alison will tackle the topic of Motivating Reps, offering expert advice to assist you the best way to motivate reps.
   
   
5. Member Benefit Highlights: Discover the exclusive benefits that come with being a MAFSI member.
   
   From the MAFSI Career Center, where you can explore new career opportunities and find talented individuals to join your team, to new MAFSI's new Pantry of Knowledge, offering access to over 800+ educational courses at an affordable cost, and the end-all-be-all of our educational benefits, MAFSI 2024--where we'll welcome 600+ reps and manufacturers members to Palm Springs in January.

MAFSI Messenger is your gateway to staying informed, connected, and inspired within the foodservice industry. Get ready to embark on this exciting journey with us. Together, let's navigate the dynamic landscape of the industry and propel ourselves towards success. 

On a personal note, I’d like to thank you, the members, for giving me the opportunity to serve this incredible organization and to the board and staff for their support. 

I look forward to communicating with you regularly on the topics that make reps and manufacturers stronger, together.

Please don't hesitate to reach out to me at neil@osreps.com. I look forward to hearing from you.

See you next time for MAFSI’s President’s message. 

Be well.

Neil