About The Company
Hickory Industries Inc. stands proudly as the world's largest and most established manufacturer of commercial rotisseries, churrasco grills, and display warmers in the food service and retail sectors. With an impressive portfolio of over 57 models available in both gas and electric variants, we cater to a diverse range of clients, from small local eateries to major national chains.
Our story began in 1946 when Mr. Martin Kalman founded Hickory Industries with a vision of delivering top-notch products. Under his leadership, we expanded our offerings to include not only rotisseries and warmers but also high-quality stainless steel work tables. Since August 1994, we have been operating from our spacious 46,000-square-foot facility located in North Bergen, New Jersey.
In October 1978, a new corporation was formed to acquire the assets and name of the old corporation. Steven Maroti, then President, and Aniko Heller, Vice President and Secretary, spearheaded this transition and carried the legacy forward.
In 2017, the company saw a significant turning point when Ayman Megala, an Egyptian-American with extensive experience in the food service industry, acquired Hickory Industries. Ayman, having previously worked alongside Maroti in a prominent US-based quick food service company, assumed the role of owner-operator, leveraging his over 20 years of expertise to drive the company's growth and success.
Tragically, Ayman's untimely passing in 2021 due to COVID-19 brought forth new challenges. However, his oldest daughter, Michelle Megala, then 23 years old, stepped forward to lead as the President and CEO. Together with her mother, Mrs. Megala, a Colombian-American, they embraced the responsibility of preserving and advancing the company. As proud owners of a women and minority-led business, Michelle and Mrs. Megala are committed to ensuring that Old Hickory maintains its legacy of manufacturing exceptional products that meet and exceed customer expectations.
At Hickory Industries, we are dedicated to upholding the highest standards of quality, innovation, and customer satisfaction. As we continue our journey, we remain focused on delivering the finest products and services to our valued customers. With Michelle's leadership and the collective efforts of our dedicated team, we look forward to a bright future, manufacturing the superior products our customers deserve for many more years to come.
Our Team
Michelle Megala
Michelle Megala is a Boston University graduate based out of the New York City Metropolitan Area. She’s the 26-year-old CEO of Hickory Industries Inc., a nearly 80-year-old women and minority-owned equipment manufacturer, and at the helm she’s disrupting the quick service restaurant and supermarket equipment industry with innovative rotisseries, display warmers, and churrascos.
Cortney McLain
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Jeffrey Petrik
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Melissa Megala
Graduated from Northwestern University in 2023, Melissa is a social policy and data science expert. Using her skills, she is able to lend a hand for the family business the best she can.
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