BCOS is a locally owned company. We provide fresh cooking oil supply, waste cooking oil collection, and cooking oil management equipment to South Florida restaurants.
We live by the golden rule – “Treat others as you wish to be treated”. We refer to this rule when making all significant business decisions. We strive to build long lasting, mutually beneficial relationships with our customers. We are honest, and ethical in an industry where that is hard to find. We make mistakes, but we make up for them, and learn from our errors. We are humble but confident. We WILL make you a raving fan of BCOS!
BCOS was founded by Dave “Lags” Lageschulte. Lags was a diverse entrepreneur with experience in the following industries: Heavy Equipment, Restaurants, Health Clubs, Professional Sports, Automotive, Environmental Engineering, Health Care, Casinos, and Renewable Fuels. Lags was very active in the community. He led fund raising efforts for Stop Hunger Now, Self Help International, The Moffitt Cancer Center, and his Alma Matter, Morningside College. Lags passed away in March of 2014.
BCOS is currently owned by Chris Speake and Nick Cross
Chris has a diverse background in science and business management. He has experience in automotive, alternative energy, fuel additives, and restaurant supply. Chris is originally from Minnesota, but now resides if Fort Myers, FL with his wife and three children. Chris became a partner in BCOS in October of 2013
Nick has lived in South Florida for over 30 years. He has extensive sales experience both in real estate and in business to business settings. Nick is active in the community. He participates with the Greater Fort Myers Chamber of Commerce. Nick lives in Fort Myers, FL with his two teenaged daughters.