company is a broader reach to foodservice segments. “I would say this is one of the most important most important ways the companies complement each other,” says Cocchi. “Welbilt is well recognized and well organized in chains and national accounts like c-stores where you deal with the operators directly. Ali Group is historically stronger in what we call the general market. Merging the two cultures and the two reputations absolutely brings value worldwide.” Geographically, Ali Group now has an even


broader global reach than before. In many areas, the combined company, says Cocchi, “can accelerate the growth and presence of some Ali Group brands [which might have


been] smaller and without the resources to enter.” While some of the Ali Group brands — such as Carpigiani, Scotsman and Rancilio — do significant business worldwide, this will allow more brands to become truly global. Tis will benefit end-users, he says, “because they expect a kind of global supplier.” Te acquisition will also benefit the


partner organizations, including dealers and consultants, that both groups currently work with, says Clark. “Tere is certainly a scale of portfolio advantage, where we bring some weight as well as adding some pieces to the puzzle that Welbilt didn’t have, as well as the other way around. Tere’s very little overlap in this acquisition, which means these businesses will continue to grow and ▸


Above: New CEO of Welbilt, Kevin Clark, believes the acquisition by Ali Group was "a great move" for both parties


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