McLane Celebrates 2025 IFDA Truck Driver Hall of Fame Inductees and Rising Stars
Seventeen McLane drivers have been selected for induction into the International Foodservice Distributors Association (IFDA) Truck Driver Hall of Fame for 2025. This is a tremendous accomplishment, representing decades of safe driving, professionalism, and dedicated service to McLane’s customers. To qualify, drivers must have at least 25 years with an IFDA member company, no chargeable accidents during that time, and no moving violations in the past five years. Many of McLane’s inductees have built long-standing relationships with customers, often serving as the face of the company in their communities.
McLane’s 2025 IFDA Truck Driver Hall of Fame inductees are:
- Adam Hansen, McLane Milwaukee
- Barry Jenkins, McLane Haines City
- Bill Flores, McLane Riverside
- Brian Hucks, McLane Charlotte
- DiMarco Lester, McLane Orlando
- Gary Puckett, McLane Lockbourne
- Jeff Roach, McLane Taylorville
- Leroy Abell, McLane Portland
- Mark Adkins, McLane Bluegrass
- Mark Buster, McLane Lewisville
- Richard Dyson, McLane Lockbourne
- Robert Willis, McLane Burlington
- Rogelio Serrato, McLane Rancho
- Ron Martin, McLane Charlotte
- Steve Porter, McLane Riverside
- Stephen Pettersen, McLane Burlington
- Tim Michael, McLane Taylorville
In addition, eight McLane teammates were named Rising Stars, an honor recognizing the brightest young talent in foodservice distribution. This award recognizes professionals under 40 with at least five years of industry experience who have already demonstrated strong leadership and a clear trajectory of impact.
- Brennen Doebel, McLane Lewisville
- Charles Reyna, McLane Carrollton
- Charles Wilson, McLane Arlington
- Joey Blas, McLane Lewisville
- Justin Moreno, McLane San Antonio
- Katie Cole, McLane Milwaukee
- Michael Wanless, McLane Houston
- Tyler Murphy, McLane Haines City
“This year’s IFDA recognitions exemplify the very best of McLane,” said Susan Adzick, president of McLane Restaurant. “Our Truck Driver Hall of Fame inductees have spent their careers setting the standard for safety and service, often becoming a trusted part of our customers’ daily lives. The Rising Star honorees represent the promise of what’s ahead. Their passion and leadership are already making an impact, and we are excited to see how they will continue to shape the future of our industry.”
Congratulations to our 2025 Truck Driver Hall of Fame inductees and Rising Stars. Through decades of dedication and emerging leadership, they have all made a significant impact on McLane, our customers, and their fellow teammates.