Clark Associates was proud to accept the prestigious Foodservice Equipment & Supplies magazine 2026 Dealer of the Year award on May 16, 2026, at the FE&S Dealer of the Year & All-Industry Awards Gala held at the Four Seasons in Chicago.
CEO Gene Clark and COO & President of WebstaurantStore Dave Groff accepted the award on behalf of Clark Associates. The award recognized the company’s continued leadership and impact across the foodservice equipment and supplies industry.
The evening brought together leading dealers, operators, manufacturers’ representatives, and service agents to celebrate the accomplishments and ongoing success of the foodservice industry.
More than 25 company leaders attended the black-tie event, which began with a cocktail reception before guests took their seats for dinner. Awards were presented throughout the evening, culminating in the presentation of the Dealer of the Year award. Following the ceremony, attendees continued the celebration during a dessert reception.
“It’s certainly taken an amazing team to get where we are,” said Gene Clark. “Many have been on this incredible journey with us for a long while, and others have joined more recently to help us go to the next level. This award is a wonderful testament to our employees, serving in so many diverse capacities across the company.”
Each year, FE&S honors one dealer whose performance, innovation, and commitment to customers distinguish it within the industry. The Dealer of the Year designation reflects operational excellence, sustained performance, and the ability to deliver value across a wide range of foodservice operators.
Clark embraces entrepreneurial risk and innovation through an uncompromising approach to business. By investing in data-driven technology, strengthening supplier partnerships, expanding its distribution network, and attracting top talent, the company continues to build long-term value. These strategic priorities have positioned Clark for continued leadership as the nation’s #1 dealer of foodservice equipment and supplies.
About Clark Associates, Inc.
Clark Associates is a privately held company headquartered in Lancaster, PA, and has been recognized as one of Central Pennsylvania’s fastest-growing companies. The company has been named the #1 Foodservice Equipment & Supplies Dealer in the U.S. by Foodservice Equipment & Supplies for multiple consecutive years, including 2022, 2023, 2024, 2025, and 2026.
Employing more than 7,900 people, Clark’s divisions and branches in distribution, sales, and technology serve a wide range of commercial foodservice customers nationwide. For more information about the company and its history, visit www.clarkinc.biz .