OUR TEAM
With over 130 years of combined experience in the food service industry, there is no one to better serve you than the team at Tri-State Marketing
LYNNE SCHULTZ
CEO
Lynne is the Founder and Chief Executive Officer of Tri-State Marketing, bringing over 42 years of experience in the foodservice industry. She began her career in foodservice operations and industry sales, ultimately establishing Tri-State Marketing in 1999 and building it into a respected and successful manufacturers’ representative firm.
Under Lynne’s leadership, Tri-State has grown through a strong commitment to relationships, integrity, and service, values that continue to guide the company today. Her vision and dedication have played a central role in shaping the organization’s long-term success and culture.
Outside of her professional role, Lynne is deeply committed to animal welfare and operates Harvest Moon Sanctuary, a certified nature sanctuary. To learn more about her work, visit www.harvestmoonsanctuary.net.
Cell: 917-855-2053
MARC FUGARO
Vice President of Strategic Alliances
Marc Fugaro serves as Vice President at Tri-State Marketing, where he leads the company’s continued growth and expansion, including strategic development across the all territories. He brings a strong combination of culinary expertise and industry leadership, along with a deep understanding of foodservice equipment and operator needs.
Prior to joining Tri-State Marketing, Marc built a successful career with RATIONAL Cooking Systems, where he developed extensive knowledge of combi-oven technology, kitchen operations, and customer solutions. He is a graduate of Johnson & Wales University, holding a Bachelor’s degree in Culinary Arts & Chef Training.
Cell: 203-415-6131
JOHN RODRIGUEZ
Director of Key Accounts
Since joining Tri-State Marketing in 2016, John Rodriguez has become a valued member of the sales team, known for his enthusiasm, industry knowledge, and ability to build strong relationships with customers and partners. His approachable personality and commitment to service make him a trusted resource for dealers, operators, consultants, and manufacturer representatives throughout his territory.
John attended Queens College, where he studied English Literature, and brings firsthand hospitality experience from his time working as a waiter. This background provides him with a unique understanding of the challenges and needs faced by foodservice operators, allowing him to offer practical solutions and meaningful support.
Cell: 516-477-6151
TIM MAMRAK
Sales Associate (New Jersey, Delaware, PA)
Tim brings extensive experience across the foodservice industry, having previously worked with both manufacturers and dealer organizations. His well-rounded background provides him with a strong understanding of equipment solutions, operator needs, and the evolving trends shaping today’s foodservice landscape.
In his role, Tim will be spearheading Tri-State’s expansion into MAFSI Territory #4, where he will focus on building relationships and supporting consultants, dealers, and operators throughout the region. His industry knowledge, technical understanding, and customer-first approach position him as a valuable resource for partners across the market.
Cell: 908-531-1938
BRYAN FRANK
Sales Associate (Upstate NY)
Bryan brings years of hands-on foodservice experience and a strong understanding of commercial cooking equipment to the Tri-State Marketing team. His industry knowledge, combined with his passion for helping operators find the right solutions, makes him a valuable resource for dealers, consultants, and end users throughout Upstate New York.
With a customer-focused approach and deep familiarity with foodservice operations, Bryan works closely with industry partners to identify equipment solutions that improve efficiency, performance, and overall kitchen success. He is excited to support the region and help customers achieve their operational goals.
Cell: 585-750-6687
JENNIFER BRAKENWAGEN
Sales Associate (New England/Metro)
Jennifer brings a wealth of experience in sales, client relations, and product specifications within the foodservice and design industries. Her attention to detail, problem-solving mindset, and commitment to delivering high-level support make her a valuable resource for both customers and manufacturing partners.
Jennifer serves as a key point of contact for BUNN, helping manage communication, resolve issues, and support day-to-day coordination between teams. She plays an important role in ensuring smooth execution, timely follow-up, and strong alignment between manufacturer and field teams.
Jennifer also continues to support the New England territory by building strong relationships with clients and providing knowledgeable, responsive assistance to dealers, consultants, and operators.
Jennifer@tri-statemarketing.com
Cell:203-539-9784
KARLA QUITO
Office Manager
Karla has been an employee of Tri-State Marketing since its inception in 1999, and over 20 years of experience has made her an excellent resource to have on our team. Karla handles quoting, orders, and general office work to ensure that everything runs smoothly. Karla is well versed in many computer applications including Excel and Autoquotes.
REBECCA ERNST
Digital Marketing Manager
Rebecca supports a wide range of functions across Tri-State Marketing, helping to keep daily operations running efficiently while providing support to both the sales and administrative teams. Her role spans marketing, customer service, project coordination, and operational support, making her a key resource within the organization.
Rebecca works closely with manufacturers, dealers, consultants, and end users to ensure information is communicated accurately and projects stay on track.
Rebecca helps connect the many moving parts of the business, supporting both internal teams and external partners to help drive Tri-State's continued success.
ERIN BRADY
Office Assistant
Erin Brady has over five years’ experience in the field of customer service and account management. With her excellent communication and people skills, Erin joins Tri-State Marketing focused on providing exceptional customer service in tracking orders, placing orders, and general account management. She also assists with daily CRM entering for our factories. Erin graduated from Marymount College at Fordham University and is Tri-State Marketing’s newest addition to our growing office team.
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KAT FUGARO
Business Support Associate
Katherine Fugaro joins Tri-State Marketing as a Business Support Associate, bringing strong organizational skills and a keen attention to detail to the team. In her role, she helps support daily operations, internal coordination, and customer service efforts across multiple departments. Katherine plays an important part in ensuring efficiency behind the scenes, contributing to the seamless execution of projects and the success of our manufacturer and dealer partnerships. Her enthusiasm and dedication make her a valuable addition to the Tri-State team.
ANNA HENRIKSEN SHEA
Inside Sales Support and Social Media
With a strong foundation in digital content, communication, and administrative support, Anna will play a key role in driving our social engagement and supporting internal operations. She recently completed her Master of Arts in London, bringing a fresh, detail-oriented mindset to the team.
BART GOBIOFF
President
Bart serves as President of Tri-State Marketing and brings more than three decades of experience in the foodservice industry. He began his career in 1987 with a dealership before transitioning into manufacturer representation, building a comprehensive understanding of equipment, operations, and industry partnerships along the way.
He holds a Master’s Degree from Columbia University as well as an MBA in Marketing from Pace University, combining strong academic credentials with extensive hands-on industry experience.
As President, Bart provides strategic leadership for the organization, guiding growth initiatives while continuing to strengthen relationships with manufacturers, dealers, consultants, and operators.
Cell: 917-968-4710
DAVID BERGEN
Director of Operator Initiatives
David has been a valued member of the Tri-State Marketing team for over 12 years, bringing extensive foodservice industry knowledge and a deep understanding of manufacturer representation to his role. His experience and long-standing commitment to the company make him a trusted resource for customers and partners across the territory.
He holds a Bachelor’s degree in Hospitality Administration and Management from the New York Institute of Technology and is a Certified Professional Manufacturers’ Representative (CPMR), reflecting his dedication to professional development and industry excellence.
Cell: 917-921-7952
KEITH MCNAMARA
Sales Associate (Long Island, Brooklyn, Queens)
Keith brings extensive foodservice industry experience to the Tri-State Marketing team, with a strong background in both equipment and supplies gained through his time with a respected broadline distributor. His well-rounded knowledge of foodservice operations allows him to provide practical solutions that help customers improve efficiency and achieve their goals.
Passionate about building relationships and understanding the challenges operators face every day, Keith focuses much of his time working directly with end users to identify the right equipment and supply solutions for their operations.
Cell: 914-906-8884
MARK OLSON
Sales Associate (Upstate NY)
With a longstanding career in the foodservice industry, Mark Olson brings extensive knowledge, experience, and a customer-focused approach to the Tri-State Marketing team. A graduate of SUNY Morrisville with a degree in Food Service Administration, Mark has built his career around supporting foodservice professionals and helping operations find solutions that drive success.
Known for his reliability, industry expertise, and commitment to customer service, Mark works closely with dealers, operators, consultants, and manufacturer partners throughout his territory.
Cell: 315-952-3795
ALEXANDRA HAMILTON
Sales Associate (New England)
Alex is a driven foodservice professional with over 8 years of industry experience. She brings a strong background in foodservice operations and equipment solutions, along with a genuine passion for baking and the culinary arts that enhances her ability to connect with operators and understand their day-to-day kitchen needs.
Her culinary background and enthusiasm for hands-on cooking applications make her especially effective in supporting equipment demonstrations, helping customers experience firsthand how solutions perform in real kitchen environments. Alex holds an MBA in Business Administration and Management from Johnson & Wales University. She combines strong business acumen with culinary passion and industry experience to deliver practical, effective solutions while building meaningful relationships with dealers, consultants, and operators throughout the region.
Cell: 617-835-4776
BRADLEY BUNN
Sales Associate (New England)
Bradley joins Tri-State with a strong background in the beverage industry, where he built extensive experience working with foodservice operators, distributors, and industry professionals throughout New England. Bradley brings a unique blend of technical expertise, customer-focused problem solving, and relationship-building skills to his role. He will work closely with dealers, consultants, and end users to identify equipment solutions that help foodservice operations succeed. His passion for the industry and commitment to customer service make him a valuable resource for our partners across the region.
Bradley@tri-statemarketing.com
Cell: 813-480-4325
MARIA QUITO
Customer Service
Maria Quito joined Tri-State Marketing in 2004. She assists Karla in literature requests, managing service calls, fulfilling sample requests and is in charge of our literature room. Maria also assists with phone requests such as delivery dates and order tracking. Maria is well versed in computer applications and is also available to assist in bilingual needs.
STEPHANIE QUITO
Social Media and Office Assistant
Stephanie supports both our marketing and sales operations. A graduate of the Fashion Institute of Technology (FIT) in New York City, she brings creativity, organization, and attention to detail to a wide range of responsibilities. Stephanie assists with social media, customer communications, and helping to promote our manufacturers and connect with industry partners. In addition to her marketing role, she supports our sales team through quoting, order processing, lead time updates, order status tracking, reporting, and other essential operational functions.
JOE SCHULTZ
Inside Office Support
As a graduate of Stony Brook University with a B.A. in Economics, Joe brings Tri-State Marketing a fresh look into processes and systems for the office. Joe has been around the food service industry for most of his life and has years of hand-on experience with many of our products. Joe will be handling Tri-State’s IT needs as well as working with and supporting our customer base. When not working, Joe is an accomplished musician, playing the guitar, bass, and didgeridoo.
CHRISTINA O'REILLY
Bookkeeper
Christina has become an integral part of our day to day activities by keeping track of sales, commissions and making sure accounting tasks are up to date. This is no small effort but Christina makes it seem effortless since joining Tri-State in 2017.
KRISTIAN HENRIKSEN SHEA
Sales Support Assistant
Kristian plays a key role in supporting Tri-State Marketing's operations by managing CRM data and helping maintain accurate, up-to-date information for our manufacturing partners.
Working behind the scenes, Kristian assists with data management, record maintenance, and system updates that contribute to efficient communication and stronger relationships across the foodservice industry. His efforts help keep our organization connected, informed, and operating at its best.