RefrigiWear Announces 26th Annual Warehouse Heroes of the Year
DAHLONEGA, GA (December 1, 2025) – RefrigiWear is proud to honor the outstanding individuals who keep America’s cold supply chain moving with the annual Warehouse Heroes of the Year Award. Since its inception, the program has celebrated the dedication, perseverance and skill of cold chain workers who ensure food supply chain keeps safe, organized and moving, no matter how harsh the conditions.
Twenty-eight Warehouse Heroes from across the country have been selected as the 2025 award recipients. These men and women consistently exceed expectations, drive efficiency and pioneer new approaches to improve warehouse productivity and workflow. Their motivation, teamwork and ability to tackle the toughest tasks have earned them high praise from supervisors and colleagues alike.
“Our Warehouse Heroes don’t just work in the cold, they own it,” says RefrigiWear Chief Commercial Officer Wes Dye. “Every day, these individuals bring grit, creativity and a deep commitment to excellence. They are much more than hard workers, they are leaders, innovators and problem-solvers. It is an honor to recognize the impact they make across the cold chain.”
Over the years, Warehouse Heroes of the Year has evolved into a meaningful tradition, driven by thousands of heartfelt nominations from managers who want to acknowledge employees who stand out as the best in the industry. RefrigiWear is proud to continue celebrating their accomplishments and positive influence on operations nationwide.
Each 2025 honoree earned a feature in the 2026 Warehouse Heroes of the Year Calendar, showcasing their achievements and contributions. Winners also received a personalized award package, including a custom-embroidered RefrigiWear jacket and commemorative plaque as a token of appreciation for their dedication to keeping the food supply chain running smoothly in the harshest environments.
2025 Warehouse Heroes of the Year Winners
Morris Rembert from Americold Logistics, Birmingham, AL
Addie Thomas from Bargain Barn/Grocery Outlet, Athens, TN
Victor Aguilera from Ben E. Keith Foods, Edmond, OK
Cameron Maxwell from BJ's Wholesale Club, Elkton, MD
Juan Franco from Central Storage & Warehouse, Pleasant Prairie, WI
Elexis Price from Chick-fil-A Supply, Cartersville, GA
Keishion Bradley from Cold-Link Logistics, Ellisville, MS
Sekereas Kikku from Diversified Transfer & Storage, Salt Lake City, UT
Michelle Ryborg from Envision Cold, Surrey, BC, Canada
Scott Browngardt from G&C Foods, Syracuse, NY
Prack Muth from Gordon Food Service, Taunton, MA
Heather Ivie from Interstate Warehousing, Murfreesboro, TN
Jose Gonzalez from Lineage Logistics, Murfreesboro, TN
James Drass from Lowcountry Food Bank, Charleston, SC
Kyle Rindels from Martin Bros. Distributing Co., Inc., Cedar Falls, IA
Stefan Morrison from Palermo's Pizza, Milwaukee, WI
James Butler from Peco Foods, West Point, MS
Andrew Karanas from Performance Foodservice – Knoxville, Louisville, TN
Andy Judt from Richmond Wholesale Meat Co., Richmond, CA
Austin Schmidt from Sysco, Lincoln, IL
Roger Rivera from United States Cold Storage, Tulare, CA
Jeremy Kinzenbaw from US Foods, Coralville, IA
Logan Conner from Windigo Logistics, Tolleson, AZ
Ben Hatcher from Wood Fruitticher Foodservice, Irondale, AL
2025 Lifetime Achievement Award Winners
Jeff Masters from Americold Logistics, Murfreesboro, TN
Lindroy Johnson from Associated Grocers, Inc., Baton Rouge, LA
Tony Khamphouy from HPC Foodservice, South Windsor, CT
Gunther Hirsch from US Foods, Menomonee Falls, WI
Today’s announcement highlights RefrigiWear’s ongoing commitment not only to building industry-leading insulated workwear but also to recognizing the people who depend on that gear to get the job done.
For information on RefrigiWear’s National Accounts Program for employee recognition in the food service and cold storage industries, visit pro.refrigiwear.com/employee-recognition.
For details about insulated workwear and PPE for workers facing extreme cold and demanding conditions, visit pro.refrigiwear.com or call 800-645-3744.
About RefrigiWearFounded in 1954 by Myron Breakstone, RefrigiWear makes the toughest workwear for the toughest workers and for the coldest conditions. With a long history rooted in real-world experience, RefrigiWear understands the challenges of working in extreme cold, helping the company deliver high-quality insulated workwear that stands up to the coldest, dirtiest, harshest conditions imaginable. All RefrigiWear brands focus on providing the highest-quality workwear and best overall value. RefrigiWear is based in Dahlonega, GA. Learn more at pro.refrigiwear.com.
Company Information
RefrigiWear, LLC
54 Breakstone Drive
Dahlonega, GA 30533
Phone: 800-645-3744
E-mail: keepmewarm@refrigiwear.com
Website: pro.refrigiwear.com
Media Contact
Georgia Prater
RefrigiWear, LLC