<< back to press releases Red Robin Gourmet Burgers, Inc. Names Strategic Equipment and Supply Corporation as "2004 Kitchen Equipment Consolidator of the Year" Award recognizes superior customer service in supplying over 125 locations DALLAS, Texas (April 25, 2005) - Strategic Equipment and Supply Corporation (Strategic), one of the nation's largest providers of equipment, services and supplies to the foodservice industry, has been named by Red Robin Gourmet Burgers, Inc. (Red Robin) as its "2004 Kitchen Equipment Consolidator of the Year." The award, announced in February at Red Robin's annual internal meeting, recognized Strategic's consistently high levels of customer service. Strategic supplied over 125 Red Robin restaurant locations across the Eastern and Southwestern U.S. with new equipment packages and replacement equipment in 2004. "The employees at Strategic never lose sight of providing the most efficient and friendly service possible," said John Rogers, Director of Capital Purchasing & Facilities for Red Robin. "They are always available, follow up immediately on field issues, and are constantly challenging their team and system to develop better solutions to our needs." Kevin Bruce, Strategic's CEO, responded, "We are honored to receive this recognition from Red Robin. Being named as Red Robin's top equipment provider reflects our commitment to creating a unique solution and then executing the approach with passionate, consistent service nationwide." The award selection is based on performance feedback gathered from the restaurant's Construction Team members. Rogers concluded, "Strategic exceeds our requirements and at the same time provides service that reflects our own core values. They approach our business as a part of our team." Red Robin is a leading operator of over 253 locations, including both franchises and corporate operated stores across North America. About Strategic Equipment and Supply Corporation Strategic Equipment and Supply Corporation is one of the foodservice industry's leading providers of equipment, services and supplies. Strategic offers computer-aided design and layout, custom millwork, fabrication of stainless steel, smallwares replacements, and professional, on-time delivery and installation. Headquartered in Dallas, Texas, the company operates 15 regional locations across the country. For more information, visit www.strategicequipment.com.