Middleby Appoints Brittany Cerwin as Chief Financial Officer
Middleby Corporation, a global leader in the foodservice industry, today announced the appointment of Brittany Cerwin as Chief Financial Officer, effective immediately. Ms. Cerwin succeeds Bryan Mittelman, who has served as CFO since 2019 and will transition to the role of Special Advisor to the Chief Executive Officer. This leadership change reflects Middleby’s continued focus on strengthening its financial organization and advancing strategic initiatives across its commercial foodservice and processing businesses.
Brittany Cerwin’s Proven Leadership and Experience
“Brittany has been an integral part of the Middleby corporate finance team since joining us fifteen years ago. Her financial expertise and exceptional leadership are highly respected across the organization,” said Tim FitzGerald, Chief Executive Officer of Middleby. “Brittany has led the development of our global finance organization as it exists today, supporting our rapid growth as revenues increased threefold and earnings grew five times during her tenure. As part of the executive team since 2023, her deep knowledge of our business and broad financial acumen has been key to the successful execution of our companywide financial strategies and ongoing growth initiatives. As we complete our transformation into a pure-play commercial foodservice equipment leader, I have tremendous confidence in Brittany to drive continued financial excellence and to be a significant contributor to our future success.”
Ms. Cerwin joined Middleby in 2011 and has consistently taken on roles of increasing responsibility, excelling across the company’s finance organization. Most recently, she served as Chief Accounting Officer, a role she assumed in 2023, overseeing and directing financial reporting functions across all Middleby business units. In this capacity, Ms. Cerwin played a critical role in integrating acquisitions and executing growth initiatives while collaborating closely with the executive leadership team. Prior to her appointment as Chief Accounting Officer, she served as Corporate Controller, where she developed a deep understanding of Middleby’s operational and financial complexities. Before joining Middleby, Ms. Cerwin was with Grant Thornton, LLP in Chicago. She holds both a bachelor’s degree and a master’s degree in accounting from Bradley University in Peoria, Illinois.
Vision for the CFO Role
“I’m excited to take on the CFO role during this pivotal time, as we build upon our strong foundation and position the company for continued future success. Middleby has always been a highly respected industry leader with a solid growth strategy and iconic brands, and I am confident our ongoing transformation will create long-term value,” said Ms. Cerwin. “I am committed to turning our financial goals into solid results, benefitting our employees, partners and shareholders. I’ve seen the company evolve over the past decade and a half, and I believe this upcoming period will be one of the most transformational in Middleby’s history. I look forward to working with Tim and the entire Middleby team as we complete our strategic portfolio initiatives and focus on driving value as a pure-play commercial foodservice leader.”
Ms. Cerwin’s appointment comes at a time when Middleby is advancing strategic initiatives that will shape its future trajectory. Her extensive experience with the company’s financial operations and her proven leadership in managing acquisitions, reporting, and growth initiatives make her uniquely qualified to guide Middleby through its next phase of transformation. Her deep understanding of Middleby’s brands, operations, and financial strategies ensures a seamless continuation of the company’s commitment to operational excellence and shareholder value creation.
Bryan Mittelman to Focus on Portfolio Transformation
In his new role as Special Advisor, Mr. Mittelman will focus exclusively on the completion of the company’s portfolio transformation, including executing the previously announced spin-off of its Food Processing business, expected by the end of the second quarter of 2026. “I want to thank Bryan for his outstanding leadership and significant contributions to Middleby over the past seven years,” Mr. FitzGerald continued. “Bryan has been instrumental in strengthening our financial foundation and positioning the company for long-term success. His role as Special Advisor provides a seamless transition of the CFO role and allows us to dedicate his expertise and leadership entirely to completing our strategic portfolio transformation. In this capacity, Bryan will have a critical role, partnering with Middleby Food Processing management to oversee the financial establishment of the new organization to ensure a successful spin-off that maximizes shareholder value.”
The transition of Mr. Mittelman to a strategic advisory role ensures continuity in leadership while allowing him to dedicate his full attention to the company’s most critical strategic priorities. His deep financial knowledge and operational expertise will support a smooth spin-off process and provide shareholders with confidence in the successful execution of Middleby’s portfolio initiatives.
Middleby’s Commitment to Growth and Innovation
Middleby’s leadership team has consistently focused on driving growth, innovation, and operational excellence across its global portfolio of commercial foodservice and food processing solutions. The company’s strategic transformation into a pure-play commercial foodservice equipment leader is a key priority, and the appointment of Ms. Cerwin as CFO reinforces the company’s commitment to financial discipline and strategic execution. With iconic brands, strong market positioning, and a clear growth trajectory, Middleby is well positioned to create long-term value for shareholders while supporting its employees, customers, and partners.
About Middleby
The Middleby Corporation is a global leader in the foodservice industry, developing and manufacturing a broad line of solutions used in commercial foodservice and food processing. The company showcases its advanced solutions through the Middleby Innovation Kitchens for commercial foodservice, industrial baking, and protein Innovation Centers for food processing. Middleby’s technologies and systems help customers improve productivity, efficiency, and product quality, while maintaining the highest standards in food safety and operational performance. The company’s deep expertise, extensive portfolio, and commitment to innovation position it as a trusted partner for foodservice operators and processing companies worldwide.
For more information about Middleby, please visit www.middleby.com.With the appointment of Brittany Cerwin as CFO and the strategic transition of Bryan Mittelman to Special Advisor, Middleby is reinforcing its financial leadership while advancing key portfolio initiatives. Ms. Cerwin’s extensive experience, deep organizational knowledge, and proven track record in financial strategy and execution equip her to lead the company through this transformative period. As Middleby completes its spin-off and continues its evolution into a pure-play commercial foodservice equipment leader, this leadership change ensures that the company is well-positioned to achieve sustained growth, operational excellence, and long-term shareholder value.
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