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A Partnership to Grow and Nurture Joining Forces, Forging a Diversified Foodservice-Solutions Platform  Handgards LLC (“Handgards”), a leading distributor of foodservice products such as disposable gloves, reclosable bags, and expendables, and a portfolio company of Wynnchurch Capital, L.P., has announced the acquisition of Inno-Pak LLC, a portfolio

Pre-portioning for Vegetarian Diets, Reduction in Waste With the number of individuals requesting vegetarian, vegan, or “flexitarian” options when dining out, the food service industry must continue to provide multiple options on their menus to accommodate such diets and preferences.  Indeed, the inclusion of plant-based menu options,

Enhancing Labor Retention A shift in food-service employment The landscape of the food service industry in the United States is constantly changing, and a notable shift has occurred in the past four years: wages for employees have steadily risen, quitting rates have declined slightly (possibly due to

Elevating Success: Unveiling the Handgards® National Sales Meeting Handgards® representatives gathered last week at our annual National Sales Meeting, proudly held in El Paso, Texas, where our company began over 60 years ago.  This yearly event unites our Sales and Marketing Teams which have grown to span

The incorporation of non-food items such as Handgards® bamboo and wood knot picks, parasol picks, paddle and frill picks as well as skewers can be leveraged to elevate the attractiveness and elegance of the center of the plate or cocktail, resulting in an enhanced dining experience that resonates with patrons and increases the value proposition of menu items. This strategic integration provides an add-on value that offsets the reaction to the implemented pricing strategy, offering a palatable exchange for each customer.