Matt McMahon
President / Managing Partner
Matt has operated restaurants 1975-2014 working with Norman Brinker Steak & Ale , 1975/1980. Onto Chi-Chi's Mexican restaurants working with Max McGee and Marno McDermott started with 4 stores and as VP operation, helped build Chi-Chi's concept to 267 stores, 1980-1993. Chris Sullivan and Bob Basham in 1993 gave McMahon the opportunity to franchise, Outback Steakhouse in Arizona and New Mexico. Matt was able to contribute to this hot concept at that time, 24 very successful high-volume restaurants 1993-2014. Matt consulted to the restaurant industry 2014- 2018.
In Sept 2018 As a previous customer and student to Zeco filtration Matt joined up with the inventor of Zeco, Conrad Canter and the founder of SK Oil Sales Ross Nitta, to become president and one of the owners. Matt's experience in the restaurant industry a contributor to the invention of the Zeco filtration, gives him a very unique perspective to adapting operators needs in the food service industry.
Quote From Matt McMahon 2022
"The revolution has begun educating food service operators from 19th century techniques handling cooking oils to 21st century technology that Vastly improves food quality , reduce worker comps claims for oil burns, and reduce oil consumption by 30-50%. Now with SK new bulk oil systems, all food service facilities can participant in reducing their carbon footprint by eliminating the need for cardboard boxes and plastic used for oil containers being dumped in landfills across the country .As well reducing wasting space, in storerooms/kitchens/ dumpsters around the world".
Conrad Cantar
Managing Partner
Conrad Canter has enjoyed 50 plus years of business life ranging from family businesses, corporate businesses, his own businesses and more. Having proven skillsets that include product research, product development, custom designing, custom building, custom and automated manufacturing production lines, national distribution as well as having skillsets in marketing and sales experience.
Conrad has multiple awards in the paper converting, graphic arts industry as well as being a multiple patent holder that includes the Zeco Oil Filtration Machine.
Hobbies
Bowling, Golfing, traveling, and charities like the WSM 911 Toy Drive.
Family
Nancy - wife of 38 years and son Zachary.
What does Conrad do in his spare time?
If Conrad is not doing something with his wife Nancy or Son Zachary or family or friends, he truly enjoys researching why a product or system does not work the way it is supposed to, our why it can't function the way someone wants it to.
Yes... I do golf, and bowling, my Green Bay Packers. I also like to sometimes just sit back and enjoy my time in my pool, but that is just when I want a break from the hobby, I love of figuring out "WHY NOT".. and "WHAT IF"
Ross & Tammy Nitta
Founders & Managing Partners
Ross and Tammy after working the family business back in Hawaii , decided to make giant leap to the mainland, first to California then 2004 to Glendale Arizona.
Ross was able to secure a location that was serviced by railcar, and set up shop selling oil to a few bakeries and restaurants.
20 years later SK now service over 1,000 restaurants in the AZ also serves NM,NV,CA TX,NC,SC,CO.
And packages products Olive oils and specialty mixes for distribution all over the USA.
Nancy Cantar
Managing Partner
Nancy joined S & K Sales as one of the owners in January 2012. Her current position is Accounts Payable, Accounts Receivable, Payroll and Human Resources.
Helping customers and employees through challenges gives Nancy a sense of purpose in her work. She strives every day to help customers know how important they are to us and to make our employees feel as part of our family.
Prior to working at S&K Sales, Nancy lived in Wisconsin and worked as a Policy Processing Technician at West Bend Mutual Insurance. Her experience there motivated her to become an organized, team-orientated person.
Hobbies
When not busy at work, Nancy enjoys bowling, spending time with friends and family, and the Green Bay Packers!
Family
Conrad - husband of 38 years and son Zachary.
Ryan Parsons
VP of Sales
Ryan’s expertise in the oil industry began in 2011 when he started in Arizona as Director of Operations to establish Imperial Western Products footprint in Arizona.
Ryan flooded the Arizona restaurant market with his unique approach to sales and strategy while building bridges to generate revenue between oil, plumbing, and supply material, creating an empire from scratch.
He has earned himself quite a name in the business and feels he is well-bonded with S&K Oil Sales. Collaborating with Conrad’s ingenious products, Matt’s vast knowledge of the restaurant industry, and Ross’ essential resources and strategy, presents a force that will redefine the future of the restaurant oil industry.
In his role as VP of Sales for S&K Oil, Ryan has an ambitious passion and energy that will ensure S&K Oil will be a household name.
Family and a strong work ethic are most important to Ryan.
Hobbies
Enjoys sports, reading world events and news, playing golf, and coaching his son’s sports teams.
Family
Outside of working, Ryan loves spending all his time with his family and raising his three sons.
Zachary Canter
Distribution Center Warehouse Manager
Zeco Sales and Service Team Leader
Zach has been with S & K Sales since 2012 and has grown considerably with the company. He enjoys being a team player and working with customers to make sure their product is shipped and delivered on time and in a professional manner.
Zach tries to go above and beyond each day to make sure the warehouse is organized and runs smoothly. When customers have issues with their Zeco Oil Filtration machines, Zach promptly responds to get them up and running. This has given him a great relationship with S & K customers and they know they can depend on him.
When he is not working, Zach enjoys online gaming, bowling, sports and spending time with family.
Sam McMahon
ZECO Specialist/Sales
Over 5 Years of Experience with S&K Oil/ZECO - Zecos, Fryvacs, Bulk Systems, you name it, Sam has most likely visited your store!
From the start of the sale process to long after, Sam looks after your store & takes care of anything you may need!
Austin Bastian
Zeco Tech / Local Driver
Team Member Since 2021
Rachel Ahernberg
Account Payable / Local Logistics Manager
Team Member Since 2022
Sandy Weiers
AIB/Quality Control Supervisor
Team Member Since 2021
Joanne Llacuna
Administrative Assistant
Team Member Since 2023
Ray Head
Fabrication & Engineering
Over 10 years of Fabrication Experience and the ability to accomplish any project. Got an issue or project you can't seem to solve? Ray is your man!
Jon Saunders
Procurement and logistics Supervisor
Jon has over 30 yrs of experience within manufacturing industry.
Ules Moore
Warehouse and Production Supervisor
Team Member Since 2020
Carlos Lopez
Warehouse and Manufacturing Mgr
Team Member Since 2008
Raul Ornelas
Service Tech and Service Driver
Team Member Since 2023
James Detzer
SK Production Daily
Andrew Wilches
SK Production Daily
Joe Jaurigue
Senior Driver and Mgr of Logistics
Team Member Since 2020