Strata GPO, a leading buying group serving the Foodservice Equipment & Supplies (FE&S) industry, has announced the appointment of John Perruccio as Chief Executive Officer (effective June 23, 2025), ushering in an exciting new era of growth and opportunity for the organization.
An industry veteran with over three decades of experience, John has a proven track record of leadership and success. His extensive industry knowledge and strong relationships position him to build on Strata's mission of revolutionizing the buying group experience in the FE&S landscape.
John most recently served as Group President — Strategic Channel Development at Middleby. He joined Middleby in 2003 and has held several senior management positions within the company, including Southbend, Crown, Brand Sales, Bon Chef, and Toastmaster. Previously, John held leadership positions at Spring USA and Rykoff-Sexton.
Under John's leadership, Strata members can expect continued momentum, innovative strategies, and a focus on delivering even greater value to dealer and vendor partners. Paired with the exceptional talent already within the Strata team, John's vision is set to guide the company toward achieving its long-term goals and supporting its members at every step.
I am extremely excited to partner with John as Strata continues to move forward to new heights. His reputation in the industry will further elevate Strata and the collective. With our rebranding behind us, this new chapter will be primarily focused on delivering more value to our members through increased profits and innovated technology solutions.— Andrew Meyer, CFO
At the end of the day, we are all in the hospitality business together, and strong dealer relationships and manufacturing partnerships are key to our mutual success.— John Perruccio, CEO