The Middleby Corporation (MIDD) 1 Aug 242024 Q2 Earnings call transcript

Good day, and thank you for joining us for The Middleby Second Quarter 2024 Conference Call. With us today from management are CEO, Tim FitzGerald; CFO, Bryan Mittelman; Chief Technology and Operations Officer, James Pool; Chief Commercial Officer, Steve Spittle; and Vice President of Investor Relations, John Joyner.

We will begin the call with the opening remarks, then open the lines for questions. Instructions will be given at that time. Please note this event is being recorded.

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