Foodservice Solution Group (FSG) is a commercial kitchen design firm and food facility consultant based in Indianapolis, IN. The company was founded in 2002 as Foodservice Consulting Group by long-time food facility designer Alan Miltenberger. Upon his passing in 2004, it was purchased by Scott Reitano and later renamed Foodservice Solution Group to better reflect our corporate mission.
FSG is currently comprised of four individuals with over eighty years of experience in our industry. We have had the opportunity to work with clients and manufacturers throughout the commercial food service industry and have gained an understanding of different market segment kitchen operations and the food service equipment distribution channels. We use our industry knowledge and varied backgrounds to bring a fresh perspective to commercial kitchen and servery design.
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Meet the Foodservice Solution Group Team
Scott T. Reitano, Firm Principal
Professional Designations FCSI Senior Associate, LEED GA
Education B.S. Business Administration, Miami University (Oxford, OH), 1986
Upon graduation from college, Scott accepted a position with the Hobart Corporation as a District Sales Manager in Indianapolis, Indiana. Scott left Hobart in 1987 to join Specialty Equipment Sales Company (SESCO) as a Territory Manager. In 1996, Scott became a Partner in the manufacturer’s representative firm and assumed the position of President in 2002. Scott led SESCO through a period of high growth and profitability.
Scott resigned from SESCO in November 2004 to purchase the Foodservice Consulting Group. In August 2006, the company became Foodservice Solution Group (FSG). It has grown steadily and established a reputation for innovative design, creative solutions, and a clear focus on serving their clients.
Scott and his family reside in Indianapolis where Scott is active with several ministry organizations and is currently serving on the board for Wheeler Mission Ministries.
Jim Kessenich, Jr., Project Designer
Education B.S., Construction Engineering Technology, Purdue University, 2006
Professional Designations FCSI Associate Member, LEED GA
Jim has seven years of experience as a food service project designer. He began his career while still in college. Jim has designed a number of food service operations in the areas of Healthcare, K-12 Education, Higher Education, and Correctional Facilities.
After graduating from college and spending one year playing professional basketball in Europe, Jim returned to Indiana and began work at Foodservice Solution Group in September, 2008.
Julie A. Sullivan, Project Coordinator
Julie began her industry-related career in 1986 as an inside support person with a large manufacturers’ representative firm. In 1998, Julie became an Estimator / Project Coordinator for a Kitchen Equipment Contractor. She was responsible for preparing bids for public and privately-funded projects.
Since joining Foodservice Solution Group in early 2005, Julie has served as our Project Coordinator. She prepares our budget quotations, and brochure books. Julie also writes our specifications and conducts quality control reviews at several points throughout the design process.
Steve R. Roane, Field Liaison and Research Director
Education B.S. Business Administration, University of Indianapolis, 1972
Professional Designations LEED GA, CFESA Master Technician
Steve spent twenty-five years as the Service Manager for a large regional foodservice equipment service agency.
As the FSG Field Liaison, Steve acts as a conduit for the Client, Architect, and all trade-related parties to meet any challenges that may arise during the Construction Administration phase of a project. He also reviews project submittals and administers the FSG Punch Plus™ Program.
Steve is also the lead research vehicle for our organization. His research includes code compliance questions, site-based equipment operation issues, and manufacturer product comparisons.
