ROCHESTER, N.Y. (Sept. 17, 2026) — Palmer Food Services today announced that Bernard “Bernie” Briceland, has been named to the 2026 class of the International Foodservice Distributors Association (IFDA) Truck Driver Hall of Fame.

Briceland, who has logged 30 years of safe driving, is among a record class of 108 professional drivers recognized this year for exceptional records of safety, service and dedication. The 2026 class, the largest in the program’s history, was inducted during IFDA’s annual Solutions Conference, held Sept. 13–15, 2026, in San Antonio.

The IFDA Truck Driver Hall of Fame honors drivers who have demonstrated extraordinary professionalism throughout their careers. To qualify, each inductee must meet the following criteria:

• A minimum of 25 years of continuous service with an IFDA member company.
• 25 years without a chargeable accident.
• No moving violations in the past five years.

“Bernie’s 30 years on the road are a big part of why our customers count on Palmer, delivery after delivery,” said Brian Handley, president of Palmer Food Services. “This recognition reflects the level of service he’s brought to this company and to the people we serve.”

“This year’s Hall of Fame inductees represent the very best of our industry,” said Mark Allen, president and CEO of IFDA. “Foodservice distribution depends on dedicated drivers who deliver to America’s restaurants and foodservice operators every day, often under challenging conditions. We are proud to recognize these remarkable professionals, whose careers set the standard for excellence and inspire the next generation of drivers.”

Foodservice distribution relies on skilled professional drivers who navigate complex routes and handle specialized equipment while maintaining the highest safety standards. These drivers deliver critical supplies to restaurants and foodservice operations nationwide, keeping America’s food system running smoothly.

Now in its ninth year, the IFDA Truck Driver Hall of Fame celebrates individual achievement and provides inspiration for current and future drivers. The program underscores the importance of safety, professionalism, and service excellence in building successful careers in foodservice distribution.

A complete list of inductees is available here.