Hoshizaki America, Inc. Announces Chris Karssiens as President
Hoshizaki America, Inc. announces the formal appointment of Chris Karssiens as president after serving as interim president since March 25 and Sr. Vice President of Sales & Marketing prior to that. With over 40 years’ experience in the foodservice equipment industry and proven expertise in leading companies, driving successful sales strategies and team building, it was an easy decision. He takes the reins at Hoshizaki America working strategically with Hoshizaki Japan to build on new opportunities created by this past year’s events. “We have a strong team,” stated Karssiens, “which is agile and ready to capitalize on growth for value creation.”
“I would like to thank Chris for fully embracing our company challenge and expectations,” shares Yasuhiro Kobayashi, Hoshizaki Corporation COO and President, “The past year has taught us that we all do better when we choose to work together transparently, with strong communication, and trust.”
About Hoshizaki America
Hoshizaki America, Inc., a member of the Hoshizaki Group, is a leader in the design, manufacturing, and marketing of a wide range of products for the foodservice industry including ice machines, refrigerators, freezers, prep tables, display cases and dispensers. With headquarters in Peachtree City, Georgia and a second manufacturing facility in Griffin, Georgia, Hoshizaki America employs over 900 people nationwide. Hoshizaki’s attention to detail, continuous innovation, and commitment to the highest standards ensures its customers have exceptional quality products. Hoshizaki has earned ENERGY STAR® Partner of the Year – Sustained Excellence multiple years in a row for superior energy efficiency achievements.
As a member of Hoshizaki Alliance — a group of independent companies driven by a shared mission to cater to customer needs with original, top-tier offerings — Hoshizaki America contributes to a collective evolution of Hoshizaki as a whole with products and services that enhance the lives of their customers.
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