Sysco

Founded in 1969 and headquartered in Houston, Texas, Sysco has established itself as a leading global company in the distribution of food products, kitchen equipment, and tabletop items, among others, to restaurants, healthcare and educational facilities, lodging establishments, and other customers who prepare meals away from home. The company is broadly organized into multiple business segments: U.S. Foodservice Operations, International Foodservice Operations—encompassing Canada, Europe, Bahamas, Bermuda, Latin America, and Asia—SYGMA, which is its chain restaurant distribution subsidiary, and a category termed "Other" which accounts for hotel supply operations and a specialty produce company. Sysco's brand portfolio showcases a range of proprietary brands that cater to the varied needs of its customers, including Sysco Brand, Sysco Imperial, Sysco Classic, Sysco Reliance, Sysco Supreme, Sysco Natural, and Sysco Simply. Each brand is designed to meet specific quality standards and customer preferences. Products and services from Sysco are sold across the globe, with the United States being its primary market. However, the company has significant operations in other important countries like Canada, Ireland, the United Kingdom, Bahamas, Mexico, France, Belgium, Sweden, Costa Rica, and Panama. Sysco's international footprint extends even further through exports and a number of international partnerships, underscoring its position as a major player in the global foodservice industry. (Powered by AI)