<< back to press releases Strategic Equipment and Supply Employee Named Dealer Sales Representative of the Year Dawn Ragsdale recognized by Foodservice Equipment & Supplies Magazine for outstanding service DALLAS, Texas (June 9, 2005) -Strategic Equipment and Supply Corporation (Strategic), one of the nation's largest providers of equipment, services and supplies to the foodservice industry, announced that Dawn Ragsdale has been named by Foodservice Equipment & Supplies Magazine (FE&S) as Dealer Sales Representative (DSR) of the Year. The award, presented in May during the National Restaurant Association conference, recognizes Ragsdale's consistently high levels of customer service and positive sales growth over the past year. "Dealer sales representatives are an invaluable part of our industry and this award is one step toward getting professionals, like Dawn, the recognition they have earned," said FE&S Publisher Maureen Slocum. According to the magazine, "Ragsdale has been described by her customers, colleagues and channel partners as a consummate professional, knowledgeable representative and trusted partner." Ragsdale, who is based in Strategic's Nashville, Tennessee location, responded, "I am honored to receive this award because it reflects my passion for serving customers. It has always been my work ethic to approach each customer with 100% commitment and dedication to finding unique solutions for all of their needs." Kevin Bruce, Strategic's CEO, commented, "We are extremely proud to have Dawn as a part of the Strategic team. Our talented and dedicated personnel and customer-focused culture is what sets us apart and enables us to outpace the industry. Being recognized by our customers and the industry for outstanding service is the highest honor for Dawn and our team of over 520 employees." By being selected as one of FE&S' DSRs of the Month in 2004, Ragsdale became eligible to earn the annual award. In selecting its DSR of the Year, FE&S staff conducts an extensive interview and audit process, and based on its reporting and assessment system, the magazine determines the DSR of the Year. The award criteria require a strong reputation among all customers as well as positive sales growth over the last year. 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.