In this episode of the Titans of Foodservice podcast, host Nick Portillo speaks to Eric Goodman, President and CEO of Mountain View Services. Eric shares his journey in the food service industry and his commitment to making a difference in the lives of others. He discusses the unique niche of his business, which provides full-line grocery service, medical supplies, and janitorial supplies to group homes for developmentally disabled individuals. Eric also talks about the importance of community building and the value of networking.

Quotes

• “You can't control things. So you have to just do the best that you can to take those circumstances and act at the time. ” -Eric Goodman [14:27]

• “You don't have to write a million-dollar check. You just have to find a need in your community and help fill it with the resources you already have. You already have the company, you already have the connections, you already know people.” -Eric Goodman [31:57]

TIMESTAMPS

01:14 Eric's role as President and CEO of Mountain View Services 

03:32 Mountain View Services and its unique business 

12:32 Partners providing products for high-risk clients 

14:37 Learning to adapt and make the best of circumstances 

24:33 Using resources to help non-profits and share their cause 

28:35 Importance of connections and collaboration in making an impact 

40:30 Core values of family first, integrity, passion, and reliability 

RESOURCES

Portillo Sales

CONTACT 

Nick: nick.portillo@portillosales.com

Eric: https://www.linkedin.com/in/eric-l-goodman-14279580/