Richmond, VA – August 3, 2026 – Legacy Food Group (“LFG”) is pleased to announce the appointment of Barry Bates as President of Thomsen Foodservice (“Thomsen”). Bates succeeds longtime President Ed Thomsen, who recently retired following more than five decades with the family business. In his new role, Bates will

Leading New England bakery distributor joins Legacy Food Group, expanding the company’s presence in the Northeast and strengthening its specialty distribution platform Richmond, VA. – July 6, 2026 – Legacy Food Group (“LFG”) announced today that Duva Distributors (“Duva”) has joined the company as its newest operating Division, further expanding

After More Than Five Decades of Leadership, Thomsen Foodservice’s Longtime Leader Leaves a Lasting Legacy Richmond, VA – June 25, 2026 – Legacy Food Group (“LFG”) is proud to announce the retirement of Edgar Thomsen, longtime leader of Thomsen Foodservice of Providence, Rhode Island, following more than 50 years of

If there is one thing we have learned in the foodservice industry, it is that change is constant. Over the years, our industry has navigated economic ups and downs, labor shortages, shifting consumer preferences, supply chain disruptions, and countless other challenges. While the specific circumstances may change, uncertainty is something

The foodservice industry has always been defined by change, but today, that change is accelerating in ways that are reshaping how and where consumers choose to spend their dollars. One of the most notable shifts we’re seeing comes from an unexpected place: convenience stores. Traditionally viewed as a quick stop

In today’s foodservice distribution landscape, conversations around price are unavoidable—but they’re also incomplete. Across the industry, operators, suppliers, and distributors alike are navigating a more margin-conscious environment. Costs continue to fluctuate, and pressures – from labor to logistics – are being felt at every level of the supply chain. But

March is Women’s History Month, a time to recognize the achievements and contributions of women across industries, including the many women who help drive innovation, leadership, and collaboration throughout the Legacy Food Group network. From leadership and finance to sales, marketing, operations, and logistics, women across the Legacy Food Group

As we move through the early months of 2026, the economic picture facing the foodservice industry is anything but simple. Recent data points to encouraging consumer behavior and continued demand for food away from home — yet it also highlights real challenges tied to labor availability, pricing pressures, and policy

A Year of Momentum, Meaning, and Legacy As we begin 2026, I find myself reflecting not just on what Legacy Food Group accomplished last year—but how we accomplished it. Growth is often measured in numbers, and while this year certainly delivered meaningful progress, the moments that stand out most to