T.J. Godlewski
President

After earning a bachelor’s degree in Marketing from the Kent State University, T.J. served as an account manager at Premier Paper, Inc. in Dayton, OH, focusing on janitorial and foodservice street sales. Following his father Tom, Sr’s footsteps, T.J. joined FM Turner in 2012 working in Sales, eventually covering first hand all active territories, at some point in his career. During COVID T.J. was afforded the opportunity to expand FM Turner’s presence to the Mid Atlantic, and with careful planning moved to Baltimore, MD in 2021. In 2024 T.J. acquired the FM Turner from Tom, Sr. When not working, he enjoys playing ice hockey, dead lifting and learning.

Simon Foote
Vice President

With more than 20 years of foodservice industry experience, Simon joined FM Turner in 2023. Prior to his current position, he was regional territory manager for the Wasserstrom Company, where he worked for 10 years. Simon began his career at Cameron Mitchell Restaurants. He enjoys spending time with his family, fishing, cooking, sports and boating.

Jay Ellis
Director of Sales

*Bio Under Construction*

Tom Godlewski
Strategic Markets

After earning a bachelor’s degree from Kent State University, Tom entered the food service industry in 1988 with the Edward Don Company. His first taste of redistribution was with AW Mendenhall. Next, he became a regional manager with Nyman Cup Company, with FM Turner as one of his rep groups. He then worked for Saalfeld Redistribution for 14 years before joining FM Turner, eventually acquiring the business in 2017.

Tom Prentice
Sr. Territory Manager: North Shores Region

Tom has more than 30 years of experience in the foodservice, grocery and janitorial markets, serving in a variety of sales and management roles throughout his career. After earning a bachelor’s degree from Central Michigan University, he established his remarkable reputation and acomplished resume holding positions with Adair, Cascades Pro, Acosta Sales & Marketing, and Janico before joining FM Turner in 2022. Tom enjoys boating, golf, traveling, cooking and spending time outdoors, and mentoring the next generation at FM Turner.

Tim Bishop
Territory Manager: Bluegrass Region

Tim joined FM Turner in 2024. Having worked in foodservice much of his life, Tim brings over 20 years of professional experience to our Team, holding successful roles with Key Impact, JR Simplot, and Rizwitsch Sales before joining our team. His expectational work ethic and deep industry knowledge have helped to establish a remarkable reputation and interpersonal network.

Megan Carlson
Inside Support, Manager

Megan has worked at FM Turner since 1995. Prior to joining the company, she was employed with Dean Supply for nine years. As Manager of our Inside Support Department, Megan’s knowledge, leadership and trouble shooting skills are invaluable to our organization!

Lisa Reynolds
Inside Support

Lisa began her career at Sun TV & Appliance in 1992, eventually becoming regional service manager in the company’s Kentucky location. She then worked at GMAC, Telamark Concepts, and the Cuyahoga Group, a local food supply vendor, before joining FM Turner in 2017. Lisa brings deep systems knowledge to our team, as well as enthusiasm and positive energy every day!

Are you:

• An operator seeking to optimize your non-foods products / supply chain sourcing?
• A distributor seeking comprehensive support?
• A manufacturer seeking premium representation?
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We want to learn about your operations and goals, and create a custom tailored presentation.

Please contact us, to schedule next steps… we are eager to grow with you!