BERNARD G. KOETHER II
Chairman

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Ben is the Chairman and Founder of Food Automation – Service Techniques, Inc. (FAST). From its beginning in his garage over thirty-five years ago, Ben has been the driving force behind FAST’s success today as a leading manufacturer of appliance controls exclusively for the food service industry. Throughout his career, he has earned the reputation as a pioneer of process controls for multi-unit restaurants and currently holds more than 20 U.S. and European patents.

Ben is a former Director of the American Electronics Association and his entrepreneurial achievements have been featured in Forbes Magazine. He spends his free time serving as chairman and founder of the Glacier Society (www.glaciersociety.org), a dedicated group of veterans, polar explorers, and volunteers. Their mission is to restore the icebreaker Glacier, the largest icebreaker of her time and the flagship of the Admiral Byrd, for use as an operational museum and school ship in the Northeast.

Ben earned a B.A. degree from Brown University and an M.B.A. in finance from Columbia University, and served as a naval navigator and scientific officer for the U.S. Navy aboard the U.S.S. Glacier.

GEORGE F. KOETHER
President

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George Koether, President of FAST, has been instrumental in the growth of FAST and continues to lead the company through clear focus and accountability. Prior to 2002, he served for 7 years as vice president of sales and marketing. He began his career with FAST in 1993 as the director of international operations.

George has over 15 years experience in the global foodservice industry. Prior to joining FAST, he lead a start up import distribution company in England and South Africa which grew at an average annual rate of 55%, consistently generating average annual net profits in excess of 8%.

George is a board member of SCK and is ServSafe accredited by the National Restaurant Association. He received a B.A. in business from Oglethorpe University and studied business at Northwestern University Kellogg School of Management and Stanford University.

LAWRENCE MUCHERINO (CPA)
Vice President of Finance

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Larry joined FAST as Vice President of Finance in September 2006. Larry recently served as Executive Director of Process and Cost Controls for Stamford, CT headquartered Pitney Bowes, Inc. where he developed the company’s initiatives to increase profitability, streamline processes, and evaluate new products and acquisitions. Prior, he served as Chief Financial Officer for the company’s Customer Care - Shared Service division. Additionally, he has held the position of Divisional CFO for both Standard Motor Products, Inc. and Revlon, Inc.

Mr. Mucherino received both his BS in Accounting and MBA from the University of Bridgeport.

WILLIAM FLYNN
Vice President of Engineering

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Bill Flynn was promoted to the Vice President of Engineering in August 2004 and is responsible for all electrical, software, and mechanical design efforts, as well as documentation control and regulatory approvals. He joined FAST in October 2002 as director of engineering and has over 20 years experience in the various fields of engineering, including diverse areas such as medical, broadcast video, and industrial equipment. Prior to joining FAST, he held various senior leadership positions at companies that were all top-tier suppliers in their fields.

Bill received his B.S. in Electrical Engineering from the Worcester Polytechnic Institute and an M.S.C.S. from Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute.

MARIO FRATTAROLI
Vice President of Operations

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Mario is an accomplished hands-on manufacturing executive who has successfully led customer focused global operations programs during the past 25 years.  His career is highlighted by a consistent record of increasing performance levels while reducing costs.  He has produced noteworthy results in operations leadership roles for Media Links U.S.A, C-COR, ADC Telecommunications, Sensor Engineering, and Eaton Corporation.

Mario is skilled at directing mission critical initiatives, strategic planning and program design, and continuous improvement through LEAN manufacturing, Six Sigma, Value Engineering, QRM and global supply chain management.

Mario received his MBA from Sacred Heart University and BS in Mechanical Engineering from Fairfield University. 

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PATRICIA M. BALKONIS
Director of Human Resources

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Pat is the Director of Human Resources and is responsible for developing and implementing human resource policies and programs, including many proactive training and development initiatives. Among one of the longest-standing members of the FAST team, Pat joined the company in 1975 and has been active in the transition of FAST over the years from an entrepreneurial-driven company to a thriving, international, and multi-million dollar corporation.

Pat serves on the board of directors of the non-profit Christian Counseling Center and actively participates in the Valley Interfaith Caregivers, a non-denominational organization that provides homebound assistance and companionship to the elderly and other needy persons.

She earned her B.A. in History from the University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign, completed Paralegal Studies at Fairfield University, and is certified as a Professional in Human Resources.