Twenty-eight drivers from Performance Food Group (PFG) have been inducted into the 2024 International Foodservice Distributors Association (IFDA) Truck Driver Hall of Fame, recognizing their exceptional records in service and safety. This prestigious accolade celebrates the top drivers in the foodservice industry.
“Our delivery drivers are the heartbeat of our company and exemplify hard work, reliability, and excellence,” said Jeff Williamson, Senior Vice President of Operations at PFG. “Their dedication ensures we meet customer needs across North America, delivering goods safely and on time. Their induction into the IFDA Truck Driver Hall of Fame honors their achievements and highlights the critical role they play in our success.”
The 2024 inductees from PFG are:
- Glenn Anderson, 25 years of service
- Daryl Bedell, 44 years of service
- Mark Branco, 26 years of service
- Steven Davis, 26 years of service
- Robert Dewey, 29 years of service
- Jeffrey Fiscus, 26 years of service
- Dudley Flannagan, 49 years of service
- Mike Gales III, 32 years of service
- Richard Gassaway, 35 years of service
- Robert Heckman, 25 years of service
- John Holmes, 30 years of service
- David Howard, 28 years of service
- Ed Huttleston, 30 years of service
- James Lombardo, 36 years of service
- Randy McBride, 26 years of service
- Marvin Mcguire, 30 years of service
- James Milton, 29 years of service
- Tommy Mitchell, 25 years of service
- Greg Nishinaka, 30 years of service
- Robert Pingeton, 31 years of service
- Edward Roberts, 26 years of service
- Elijah Robinson, 26 years of service
- Glenn Savoie, 35 years of service
- Mark Schoeberlein, 25 years of service
- Steve Shepard, 26 years of service
- Rufus Spires, 26 years of service
- Brian Voller, 26 years of service
- Robert Wessling, 34 years of service
To qualify for the IFDA Hall of Fame, drivers must have at least 25 years with an IFDA member company and no moving violations or chargeable accidents in the past five years.
“The drivers honored represent the best in our industry,” said Mark S. Allen, President and CEO of IFDA. “This recognition acknowledges their exceptional talent and hard work in supporting our member companies with safe and efficient deliveries.”
All PFG drivers complete a defensive driver training program designed to enhance safe driving practices and reduce the risk of accidents.
The 2024 Hall of Fame class will be celebrated at an exclusive banquet during IFDA’s Solutions Conference, set for September 22-25, 2024, in Kansas City, MO.
About Performance Food Group Company
Performance Food Group is a leading food and foodservice distribution company in North America, with over 150 locations. Headquartered in Richmond, VA, PFG delivers quality food and related products to more than 300,000 locations, including restaurants, businesses, schools, healthcare facilities, and more. The company’s success is driven by approximately 37,000 dedicated associates committed to building strong relationships with customers, suppliers, and communities.
