We are pleased to announce that effective September 1, 2025, Jeff Burns has been appointed President of Aladdin Temp-Rite, succeeding Nate Jackson, who has led the organization with distinction for the past eight years.

As part of a broader leadership transition, Nate Jackson—a Welbilt Group President—will also assume the role of President of Scotsman Ice Systems. We thank Nate for his outstanding leadership and strategic direction at Aladdin Temp-Rite, which resulted in the strongest performance in the company’s history. His efforts significantly strengthened our market position and laid a solid foundation for future success. We look forward to his continued leadership across the Welbilt organization, including ongoing oversight of Aladdin Temp-Rite.

Jeff has been a dedicated member of the Aladdin Temp-Rite team for nearly 27 years. He began his industry career in 1997 at Frymaster, before joining Aladdin Temp-Rite in 1998 as Group Controller. In 2001, he was appointed Chief Financial Officer, a role in which he consistently demonstrated strategic insight, financial leadership, and operational excellence.

Jeff holds an MBA, a BS in Accounting, and is a Certified Public Accountant (CPA)—qualifications that, combined with his deep operational knowledge and decades of experience, make him ideally suited to lead Aladdin Temp-Rite into its next chapter.

“I am truly honored and excited to take on the role of President at Aladdin Temp-Rite,” said Jeff Burns. “It’s a privilege to build on the legacy of strong leadership that has established our company as the market leader in patient meal delivery systems and supplies. I want to thank Nate for his exceptional leadership and mentorship over the years. He has set a high standard, and I look forward to carrying that momentum forward with our talented team.”

Aladdin Temp-Rite has a proud legacy. Under Jeff’s leadership, we will remain focused on delivering innovative, customer-driven solutions while continuing to strengthen our operational excellence. We also reaffirm our unwavering commitment to manufacturing high-quality, Made in the USA products—supporting local jobs, skilled craftsmanship, and reliable service for our customers.

Our company is powered by an experienced management team and a dedicated workforce—many of whom have devoted their entire careers to Aladdin Temp-Rite and the healthcare market we proudly serve. We believe that Aladdin Temp-Rite is more than a supplier; we play a meaningful role in the treatment and care of individuals—the ultimate beneficiaries of everything we do. Please join us in congratulating both Jeff and Nate on their new strategic roles within the Welbilt organization.