M&V Commemorates 75 Years of Excellence with a Night to Remember
Richmond, VA – January 7, 2025 – Legacy Food Group (“LFG”) proudly celebrates the success of the recent M&V Foodservice Gala that was held in December, a spectacular evening hosted by M&V Foodservice Co-Presidents Mike Ciuffo and Joe Vallario, at The Inn at New Hyde Park in New Hyde Park, NY.
The black-tie affair was a resounding success, bringing together 250 guests, including the M&V Foodservice team, valued customers, suppliers, family, friends, and supporters. The event highlighted the deep partnerships and community spirit that are hallmarks of M&V Foodservice.
Reflecting on the company’s legacy and the evening’s celebrations, Mike Ciuffo shared: “Our journey has been marked by long, tireless hours, moments of frustration, and extraordinary triumphs. Tonight, we honor not only the milestones we’ve achieved but also the incredible people who have supported us every step of the way. To our families, employees, and partners—your dedication is the true heartbeat of M&V, and we wouldn’t be here without you.”
Joe Vallario echoed this sentiment, adding: “This evening is a testament to the hard work and resilience of four generations of our families and the unwavering support of our community. As we celebrate 75 years of M&V, we are reminded of the lessons passed down by our fathers—perseverance, dedication, and the belief that hard work truly pays off. Here’s to an even brighter future together.”
M&V Foodservice, based in Ridgewood, NY, is a proud Division of the Legacy Food Group family, contributing to the organization’s mission of uniting and empowering high-quality regional independent foodservice distributors. This gala showcased not only the success of M&V but also the vibrant spirit of collaboration and excellence that defines the Legacy Food Group.
“This gala was a reflection of the incredible relationships that M&V Foodservice has built over the years,” said Steve Push, Executive Chairman of Legacy Food Group. “It’s always inspiring to see the dedication and camaraderie of our Operating Divisions as they celebrate their successes together with those who have supported them along the way. Enabling companies’ legacies to continue is what we are all about.”
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Continuing the Legacy . . .
Legacy Food Group is a dynamic holding company, established to unite high-quality regional independent foodservice distributors, and assist in their becoming high performance, owned Operating Divisions. By bringing together multiple distributors, Legacy Food Group creates macro-scale efficiencies and group synergies that come with shared resources while preserving the identity of each Operating Division that makes them unique within their local market.
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