Benjamin Foods Named One of Phila’s 50 Fastest Growing Co’s for 2013

Posted: January 9, 2013

For the second year in a row, SmartCEO Magazine has named Benjamin Foods one of the 50 fastest growing companies in the Philadelphia region. On January 17, President and CEO Howard Klayman will accept the award at a gala event with more than 600 area executives in attendance. The prestigious FUTURE 50 award is based on employee and revenue growth over the past three years.  Mr. Klayman was profiled in the January 2013 issue of SmartCEO Magazine, which is read by over 23,000 local CEO’s.

To read more about the Future 50 Awards click here.

BENJAMIN FOODS RANKS #36 AMONG FASTEST GROWING CO’S

Posted: November 12, 2012

More than 700 entrepreneurs were in attendance at a gala awards ceremony on October 24, 2012 where Benjamin Foods was named #36 among the top 100 fastest growing companies in the Greater Philadelphia Region. The ranking is based on revenue growth from 2009-2011. Benajmin Foods also ranks an amazing #8 in revenue growth based on 2011 revenues only. The rankings were reported in the November 2 issue of the Philadelphia Business Journal.

Out of 461 companies nominated, Benjamin Foods was among an impressive group of 100 finalists honored at the ceremony.

The Philadelphia 100 program was developed by The Entrepreneurs’ Forum of Greater Philadelphia, The Philadelphia Business Journal and the Wharton Small Business Development Center. Since 1988, the program has recognized some of the region’s finest companies when they were just beginning to emerge, including Mother’s Work, Forman Mills, and Urban Outfitters, just to name a few.

Based in Hatboro, PA, Benjamin Foods has recently undergone a transformation into a 125,000 sq. ft. state-of-the-art distribution center. Through the highest quality products and superior customer service, Benjamin Foods has quickly grown from its origins in institutional food service to a highly respected broadline supplier.  In addition, a full-offering cash and carry store for home or business customers opened on-premise last year.

BENJAMIN FOODS RECOGNIZED WITH CIRCLE OF EXCELLENCE AWARD

Posted: October 19, 2012

Benjamin Foods President/CEO Howard Klayman has been named a finalist in SmartCEO’s Circle of Excellence. Mr. Klayman was one of three finalists in the Young Entrepreneurship category.

The 2012 Circle of Excellence Awards ceremony took place on October 4, 2012, when winners in each of the 10 categories were announced.

Mr. Klayman was also profiled In the October issue of SmartCEO Magazine, which is read by over 23,000 local CEO’s.

Based in Hatboro, PA, Benjamin Foods has recently undergone a transformation into a 125,000 sq. ft. state-of-the-art distribution center. Through the highest quality products and superior customer service, Benjamin Foods has quickly grown from its origins in institutional food service to a highly respected broadline supplier.  In addition, a full-offering cash and carry store for home or business customers opened on-premise last year.

Benjamin Foods Restaurant Superstore provides local foodservice operators and the public with quality, brand name food and restaurant supplies. Founded in 2006, Benjamin Foods is a premier broadline food distributor that serves public and private foodservice clients and government agencies with canned and dry goods, frozen foods, meats, seafood, cheeses, produce, and non-foods including equipment and supplies throughout the United States.

PHILA 100 PROGRAM TO HONOR BENJAMIN FOODS

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The Philadelphia 100 has named Benjamin Foods one of the fastest growing, privately held entrepreneurial companies in the Greater Philadelphia Region.

The Philadelphia 100 program was developed by The Entrepreneurs’ Forum of Greater Philadelphia, The Philadelphia Business Journal and the Wharton Small Business Development Center. Since 1988, the program has recognized some of the region’s finest companies when they were just beginning to emerge, including Mother’s Work, Forman Mills, and Urban Outfitters, just to name a few.

Out of 461 nominated companies, Benjamin Foods is among an impressive group of 100 finalists to be honored at a gala award ceremony on October 24, 2012. Rankings are based on revenue growth and will be announced that evening as well as reported in the November 2 issue of the Philadelphia Business Journal.

Based in Hatboro, PA, Benjamin Foods has recently undergone a transformation into a 125,000 sq. ft. state-of-the-art distribution center. Through the highest quality products and superior customer service, Benjamin Foods has quickly grown from its origins in institutional food service to a highly respected broadline supplier.  In addition, a full-offering cash and carry store for home or business customers opened on-premise last year.

Benjamin Foods Restaurant Superstore provides local foodservice operators and the public with quality, brand name food and restaurant supplies. Founded in 2006, Benjamin Foods is a premier broadline food distributor that serves public and private foodservice clients and government agencies with canned and dry goods, frozen foods, meats, seafood, cheeses, produce, and non-foods including equipment and supplies throughout the United States.

BRIAN POLTER JOINS BENJAMIN FOODS AS NEW DIRECTOR OF PURCHASING

Posted: September 21, 2012

Benjamin Foods is pleased to announce that Brian Polter has joined the company as Director of Purchasing.

Mr. Polter has extensive experience in food purchasing and management. Prior to joining Benjamin Foods, he was Director of Purchasing at Stanley Marvel, Inc., a wholesale food distributor, for 17 years. Prior to that, he spent 10 years at Fisfis Food Service as Purchasing Manager. Early in his career, he was Manager at a Shop n Bag Food Market in Philadelphia for 13 years.

“Brian’s knowledge of marketing programs and vendor relations will help us grow our purchasing department and build upon its foundation. We are excited to have him on board.” said Howard Klayman, President and CEO of Benjamin Foods.

A Philadelphia native, Mr. Polter has a degree in Applied Science from Camden County College and earned a Purchasing Certification from Penn State University.

BENJAMIN FOODS NAMES NEW DIRECTOR OF OPERATIONS

Posted: August 28, 2012

Benjamin Foods is pleased to announce that Maurice Dollison has joined the company as Director of Operations.

Prior to joining Benjamin Foods, Mr. Dollison was General Manager at Atlanta-based Customized Distribution LLC, a foodservice distributor where managed two facilities for five years.  Prior to that, he was Director of Transportation at Maines Paper and Foodservice in Baltimore, MD – a broadline food distributor.

“Maurice has a strong background with over 13 years’ experience in foodservice distribution and management. We believe he’s the right fit to handle the growing needs of our operation,” said Howard Klayman, President and CEO of Benjamin Foods.

Mr. Dollison has a Bachelor of Science degree from West Virginia State University. He is a native of Atlanta, GA and currently resides there with wife and 3 year old daughter, Brooklyn. They are expecting their second child next month and plan to relocate to the Philadelphia area shortly thereafter.

Based in Hatboro, PA, Benjamin Foods has recently undergone a transformation into a 125,000 sq. ft. state-of-the-art distribution center. Through the highest quality products and superior customer service, Benjamin Foods has quickly grown from its origins in institutional food service to a highly respected broadline supplier.  In addition, a full-offering cash and carry store for home or business customers opened on-premise last year.

Benjamin Foods Restaurant Superstore provides local foodservice operators and the public with quality, brand name food and restaurant supplies. Founded in 2006, Benjamin Foods is a premier broadline food distributor that serves public and private foodservice clients and government agencies with canned and dry goods, frozen foods, meats, seafood, cheeses, produce, and non-foods including equipment and supplies throughout the United States.

BENJAMIN FOODS TO HOST ALEX’S LEMONADE STAND TO RAISE FUNDS FOR CHILDHOOD CANCER

Posted: June 18, 2012

In an effort to join the battle against childhood cancer, Hatboro’s Benjamin Foods Restaurant Superstore will host an Alex’s Lemonade Stand on Saturday, June 23 from 1:00 to 6:00 pm at 1001 S. York Rd., Hatboro, PA 19040.

The lemonade stand will be held in conjunction with Benjamin Foods’ 2012 Summer Kickoff, an outdoor event that will offer fun for the entire family. Local residents and business owners are invited to attend the free event and enjoy live music, rides, face painting, a petting zoo, free food, giveaways, raffles and more. Meet former Flyer and 2-time Stanley Cup Champion Bernie Parent from 1:00 to 2:30 pm and former Eagle and WIP Sports Radio Host Ike Reese from 2:00 to 3:00 pm.

Alex’s Lemonade Stand Foundation (ALSF) emerged from the front yard lemonade stand of cancer patient Alexandra “Alex” Scott (1996-2004). In 2000, 4-year-old Alex announced that she wanted to hold a lemonade stand to raise money to help find a cure for all children with cancer. Since Alex held that first stand, the Foundation bearing her name has evolved into a national fundraising movement, complete with thousands of supporters across the country carrying on her legacy of hope. To date, Alex’s Lemonade Stand Foundation, a registered 501(c)3 charity, has raised more than $50 million toward fulfilling Alex’s dream of finding a cure, funding over 200 research projects nationally.

WHAT:          BENJAMIN FOODS HOSTS ALEX’S LEMONADE STAND TO FIGHT CHILDHOOD CANCER

WHEN:          SATURDAY, JUNE 23, 2012, 1:00 TO 6:00 PM

WHERE:       1001 S. YORK RD., HATBORO, PA 19040

2012 Summer Kickoff – Community Appreciation Event

Posted: June 7, 2012

Join us on Saturday 6/23 for a FREE event to show our appreciation for our customers and the local community!

• Meet and Greet with Hockey Legend BERNIE PARENT from 1 to 2:30 pm.

• Special appearance by former Eagle and WIP Radio Host IKE REESE from 2 to 3 pm.

• Live music from The Jerry Watkins Band

• Petting Zoo

• Face Painting

• Free Food Samples from our sponsoring vendors!

• Drink samples from the Red Bull Wiiings Team girls!

• Take a ride on our Mechanical Bull!

• Raffle proceeds to benefit Alex’s Lemonade Stand

BENJAMIN FOODS AWARDED AT 2012 EXCELL CONFERENCE

Posted: April 23, 2012

BENJAMIN FOODS HONORED BY TROOPS IN AFGHANISTAN

Posted: December 8, 2011

Hatboro, PA, December 8, 2011:  Benjamin Foods has been recognized by Marines in Afghanistan for its ongoing support during America 4R Marines’ annual “Merry Christmas Marines and Sailors”
drive.  On Thursday, America 4R Marines founder Patricia Lewis presented Benjamin Foods with an American flag that had flown over the base at Camp Leatherneck in Afghanistan.

Philadelphia’s NBC10 News was on hand for the ceremony and will feature the story on December 8 at 6:15 pm.

Benjamin Foods has been donating warehouse space to America 4R Marines to store all of the items the non-profit collects throughout the year for its annual drive. Benjamin Foods also supports the mission by providing labor for receiving, sorting, and delivery. More than a truckload of various items are delivered by Benjamin Foods to a local school where they are placed into 5,500 stockings
that are shipped to Marines stationed in the Middle East.

American 4R Marines was founded in 2006 to provide comfort to Marines and Sailors deployed in some of the most unfriendly outposts in the Middle East. They provide the basic amenities that many Americans take for granted every day – useful products that are otherwise inaccessible to them and offer a little comfort from home.