Our Staff

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Ken Fisher Owner/Sales

Raised in Western PA, Ken has been involved in the foodservice industry since 1985. Ken began his career with a major equipment distributor representing lines for foodservice as well as retail. In 1991 Ken accepted a position with one of the premier foodservice marketing companies in Pittsburgh.

After 15 years as an Account Executive and Division Director, representing nearly 30 of the finest foodservice principals in the industry, Ken realized the need for focused and effective representation in our changing market.

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Susan Battaglia Owner/Sales

Susan began her foodservice career in Cincinnati, Ohio, with Catanzaro Foods Susan relocated to Pittsburgh in 1999. With 15 plus years representing manufacturers in the distribution as well as the broker segment, Susan also saw the need for an effective specialized broker in the region.

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Paula Sapienza Office Manager/Inside Sales

Paula is also a native of Western PA and has vast experience in the foodservice industry. Paula began her career at Rykoff-Sexton in 1987 and continued with Paragon Foods until eventually joining Selective. Paula’s experience with foodservice bids, reporting, and order entry, as well as her technical expertise, has allowed her to excel in our business.

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Chef Joseph Resick Chef Consultant

Chef Joe is an accomplished chef whose experience has taken him throughout the Eastern US, working for Crown American Properties as the Hotel Corporate Chef. Joe assists Selective Foods with menu application and preparation, planting ideas, and food show presentation. Chef Joe resides with wife Donna here in Western PA and maybe the biggest Pittsburgh Steeler Fan around.

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Marcy Shady Customer Service/Sales

Marcy provides SFM sales support. She has vast experience in foodservice management as an operator as well as foodservice sales.

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Kenzie Fisher Trade Show Specialist

Kenzie’s various trade show and food service/retail experience allow for good customer communication at our many distributor events.