Roberts joined the CESA council in 2013 and brings with him a wealth of experience. He has been with Gram UK since 2003, and has been managing director since 2008. Before joining Gram he worked with Oneida International and Lockhart Catering Equipment.
He said: “Foodservice manufacturers, suppliers and operators need to work together to build a more responsible and sustainable future for the industry.
“CESA is the voice of the catering equipment industry. It’s a fantastic entity, not only to communicate these messages but also to influence legislators and implement initiatives that will help us achieve our goals. I look forward to this exciting new role and I’d like to thank everyone for the support I have already received.”
Simon Frost, chair of CESA, said: “It was very disappointing that Steve had to step down as vice chair, but in Glenn we have a first class replacement. Having witnessed his input into CESA as a council member and his active participation in committees, I know that Glenn is the ideal person to undertake the role.
“As well as warmly welcoming Glenn to his new role, I would like to take this opportunity to record my sincere thanks to Steve Elliott for his active input and achievements whilst he was my vice chair. The council hopes that he will be able to continue to work with CESA on the proposed development of the association’s educational resources.”
CESA is the authoritative voice of the catering equipment industry and represents over 170 companies who supply, service and maintain all types of commercial catering equipment.