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CB STONE & ASSOCIATES INC.

C. B. Stone & Associates Inc., established in 2012, is an independent consulting firm.

C.B.STONE SPECIALTY SERVICES

Guaranteed Excellence

“Calvin’s proven success and credentials are a testament to his profound impact on the food service distribution industry. Calvin played an integral role in developing CHEF’STORE, America’s permit, one-stop shop for food, equipment and other restaurant supplies. His continued work in the U.S. involves contract negotiations and agreements with national food suppliers and growers to optimize food service distribution models and align with foodservice delivery models.”

 Josh Waters, Vice President, CHEF’STORE

ABOUT OUR BUSINESS

Solutions for Success

C.B. Stone & Associates Inc. offers the comprehensive capabilities and deep industry knowledge necessary to help you solve the most complex issues of your organization. Since opening our doors in 2012, we’re proud to say that each year we have a bigger list of returning and new clients.

 

Want to experience the expertise of C.B. Stone & Associates Inc. for yourself? Give us a call today and let’s discuss what we can do for you.

Calvin Stone - Founder of Chef'Store

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Our family of companies

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CSTONE SHOW PRODUCTIONS

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TESTIMONIALS

US. FOODS

“Calvin’s proven success and credentials are a testament to his profound impact on the food service distribution industry. Calvin played an integral role in developing CHEF’STORE, America’s permit, one-stop shop for food, equipment and other restaurant supplies. His continued work in the U.S. involves contract negotiations and agreements with national food suppliers and growers to optimize food service distribution models and align with foodservice delivery models.”

 Josh Waters, Vice President, CHEF’STORE

GFS

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“Calvin is widely known in the food service hospitality industry because of his work through his independent company, C.B. Stone & Associates, a well-known food services consulting company, which is dedicated to providing unique and customized options for its clients. “

Stephen Kampstra, Vice President Canadian Distribution

PATAGONIA ORCHARDS 

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“Calvin has been a key player in the success of the national food service distribution market…[He] has been vital in establishing and strengthening our international client base to support the growth of our businesses. His expertise and invaluable work have proven to be crucial to U.S. organic growers.”

Philip Ostrom, Co-owner and Managing Member

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LOBLAWS COMPANIES LIMITED

"Calvin brings honesty, integrity and enthusiasm to his work and is well know in the hospitality and foodservice industry. His full understanding of the foodservice industry and his training at Loblaws Companies has allowed Calvin to provide true value in the form of strategic thinking in acquisitions and partnerships. I have work with Calvin Stone on the Loblaws partnership with Gordon Food Service Canada. It took Calvin's tenacity and commitment to see the opportunity that could be achieved for these two great companies." 

Peter McLaughlin Sr., VP Deli/MHR/Bakery 

THE BRAND MARKETING AND COMMUNICATIONS GROUP

"Calvin's expertise in Food Service and Grocery Retail related matters span to a world wide level of understanding and contacts. Calvin has and will continue to make essential contributions to the national food service industry. "

Joseph Castaldi, Hon B.Sc, MBA - Senior Partner 

CHENEY BROTHERS C-B-I

"Mr.Stone has unmatched knowledge and experience in the foodservice and distribution industry. His unique skills and knowledge have been very beneficial to Cheney Brothers business."

Bryron Russell, Chairman & CEO 

BRAKES GROUP

"It was a pleasure to have Calvin Stone lead our Food Service Cash and Carry project here in the UK. Calvin and the Brakes team worked hard to deliver our concept “Brakes Professional Food Market” and oversaw the building of one warehouse on time and on budget. Calvin knows this segment exceptionally well with over thirty years of experience.

If you are thinking of adding this segment of business to your delivered foodservice business, I would recommend Calvin as a knowledgeable and passionate leader for this type of project."

 

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Ken McMeikan, Group Chief Executive

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