On May 10, 2013 Herbert Bietry, Baker Rochester Division Controller, graduated from St. Bernard’s School of Theology and Ministry with a Master of Arts in Pastoral Studies. Congratulations, Herbert!

Friday, May 10, 2013. It’s game 6 of the NHL Western Conference Quarterfinals for the Stanley Cup. The defending champion Los Angeles Kings take to the ice for their warm-up drills. Jim Andreoli, Jr. is sitting in the President’s Box intently watching his favorite player, Dustin Brown. Dustin takes a shot at the goal but instead of hitting the net it goes up and over the glass, hitting Jim in the mouth. Jim is beside himself with excitement as he stands up, blood pouring from his mouth, puck in hand, and yells to the crowd, “Yeah, Dustin!!!” Luckily Jim is ok…and he’s a very happy fan! (You can't see in the tiny photo, but Jim's got quite the bloody lip!)

~ by Elaine Granado, Baker Corporate

April saw lots of activity in New England. With winter finally passing, over 100 restaurants have begun reopening for the season with more to come.

April also saw the annual running of the Boston Marathon in Boston. Baker would like to congratulate Lauren Gurschick (GM Walter Gurschick’s daughter) for finishing the race in 3 hours 40 minutes. Unfortunately, April also saw the dark side of humanity when 2 suspects planted bombs at the finish line killing 3 and injuring over 180 people. Fortunately, Lauren had finished 20 minutes prior. New Englanders and the world banded together and began raising funds for those affected by the tragedy. Billerica employees raised $600 while Baker donated $500 for OneFundBoston to help the victims recover. Great job everyone!!!

Pictured: Lauren Gurschick: Final Time, 3 hours 40 minutes.

~ by Nathan Davis, Billerica Division

On Monday, April 8, 2013, Todd Amato, from Baker's Rochester Division was recognized as the "Allied Member of the Year" by the New York State Restaurant Association. Division General Manager Bill Schmieder and several Rochester employees attended a dinner in Todd’s honor.

Our thoughts and prayers go out to everyone in Boston affected by today's tragedy at the Boston Marathon. Like everyone across the U.S., our deepest sympathies are with those injured today in this senseless act of terror. ~ Baker Commodities

Baker Commodities would like to congratulate David Carroll on his retirement after 20 years of service. David joined the Billerica division in 1992 as a fleet mechanic after previously working for Broadway Brakes. David has no immediate plans for retirement, but plans on enjoying his time off. Congratulations again David for your extraordinary service. Baker thanks you.

~ by Nathan Davis, Billerica Division

Billerica’s Managers were out in force March 10 – 13th at the New England Food Show in Boston. Baker Commodities exhibited many of our products and services to over 14,000 attendees. Many celebrities attended including keynote speaker Regis Philbin and former Boston Bruin, Rick Middleton, who stopped by our booth.

Pictured left to right: Tom DeAngelis, Ken Fournier, John Charest, Frank Nunes and Joseph Longo.

~ by Nathan Davis, Billerica Division

Ed Candioty was recently chosen to represent the RFMA (Restaurant Facility Management Association) Editorial Board, responsible for reviewing and editing content materials for the Official Magazine of the RFMA, Facilitator.

Additionally, Ed was appointed by the City Council in Torrance, California to a second four-year term as Commissioner. As Cultural Arts Commissioner, he, and the board, are responsible for all policies affecting museums, art galleries and exhibits, outdoor cultural and park events throughout the city limits. Ed has also been the Master of Ceremonies for the yearly Excellence in Arts event, honoring the local and national talents and accomplishments of its citizens for the last three years.