From the Road

On the Road with Catersource traveled to 18 cities in the summer of 2009. Attendees from coast to coast participated in a day filled with smart business strategies and timely discussions:

ORLANDO June 16, 2009

“Wonderful, enlightening, educational, fun… this day is a great investment in my future.”
Amanda Whittle
Arthur’s Catering

“This is very a very exciting day for me. I am new to the catering business and this seminar taught me to think like my customers. I believe learning that one skill will have a huge impact on my ability to book business at the club.”
Deidre Lanier
Jacksonville Golf and Country Club

“Mike and Carl present information in an informative, concise and no nonsense manner. They bring critical issues forward to teach and reinforce what needs to happen in our business to be successful in today’s challenging economy. Their 'Siskel and Ebert' style is entertaining and keeps your attention through out the day. TWO THUMBS UP!
Kevin Kulikowski
Puff ‘N Stuff Catering

WHITE PLAINS June 18, 2009

“I enjoy my seminar in White Plains on Thursday, we always come back with new ideas and rethinking old ones (that sometimes you forget). I thank Mike and Carl for some great insights and ideas, and yes we tried out one of the closings you suggested and bada-bing got the sale, so I got my money back in two days. Ahhh, love Catersource and Mr. Roman!”
Kim Lauria
Elegant Touch

The restaurant did a great job and showcased items that they learned from [the Catersource Conference & Tradeshow in] Vegas! Please thank them for their hospitality and generosity."
Lisa Tevis
Hospitality Consultants

SAN FRANCISCO June 23, 2009

"Overall, the session was a great refresher on what needs to be done in sales department. I appreciated the encouragement and confidence instilled by Mike in caterers, in general. Also the bold ideas presented for the current economic times were very interesting. Only a few may be used by our department, but bringing the out-of-the-box ideas to light got my brain working!
Alanah Fink
Courtyard Marriott

"This was my first time attending "On the Road with Catersource" and I highly recommend it to anyone in the catering business.
Abby Hernandez
Tachi Palace Hotel & Casino

"This was my first ever Catersource event and I truly enjoyed it. I look forward to attending more in the future."
Leslie Knott
Tachi Palace Hotel and Casino

SEATTLE June 25, 2009

"With the constant worries and fears over the economy, Mike Roman left me inspired to bring back new tools and a better understanding of what clients are looking for as well as what I should look for in a client. His approaches are practical and realistic. I'm eager to put his ideas to work right away."
Angie Gross
Elephant Delicatessen Catering

"Catersource is a wonderful resource for anyone involved in the catering industry. Mike Roman and Carl Sacks offer solutions to current economic issues, tips on how to keep current clients and
engage new ones. Their storytelling will keep you smiling while you listen to their gracious insights into the world of catering. I would highly recommend Catersource to anyone with a passion for food and catering."
Heidi Ferris
Crave Catering

"As a leader and a catering professional I am so grateful for the opportunity to be a part of the Catersource family! Both the Catersource conference and the "On The Road" seminars have paid for themselves many times over in bottom line results, inspiration and simple concise practices that can be applied to our operations and shared across teams in our organization. Attending these seminars is essential to my ability to keep evolving, institute fresh ideas and always remember to have some fun also."
Pamela Henwood
Elephants Delicatessen Catering

"The Catersource "On The Road" education supplied me with inspiration and excellent sales tools to continue to sell and create successful events."
Chesney Schmidt
Organic Table Catering & Events

"Very informative. I was most interested in the data you provided on financial systems but I enjoyed hearing the sales and marketing presentations as well. It provided some insight into the challenges faced by our sales staff."
Kate Runyan
Vibrant Table Catering and Events

"Enjoyed having a workbook with the DVDs so we can glean more info over time. Those alone were worth the price of admission."
Shirley de Rose
Sustainable Catering Association

PHOENIX July 7, 2009

“The material covered was relevant, current and thought provoking. Again, thanks for a great seminar.”
Lisa Tarsitano
Santa Barbara Catering

"The day went very fast with a lot of great information reinforcement from the Catersource Conference. The Q&A session after the meeting for owners was great. i am an event planner with a major catering background. All of the information that was give applies to this field as well."
Lewis Medansky
Distinctive Event Productions

"We enjoyed the conference. We feel as if we have a little more power and knowledge to improve our service but also to receive proper compensation for the service."
Gwen Haycock
Sodexo

"Thank you for the booklet that we could write in and keep handy. The ability to see the Ford Transit Connect was wonderful as well. Thank you to Heidi's Catering too."
Barbara Gardner
Let Them Eat Cake, Inc.

NEW ORLEANS July 9, 2009

“Mike is always fun to listen to … has an engaging personality and you can always see yourself doing what he is teaching.”
Laurie McCarthy
A VIP Grand Event

“I would like to thank Catersource for yet another wonderful workshop. There is always room to grow and learn and this was an extremely informative seminar.”
Julie Hebert Lamkin
Southern Hospitality Catering, Inc.

“Very much enjoyed the format of the seminar as well as the interplay between Mr. Sacks and Mr. Roman. I thought the topics were wide-ranging and comprehensive without being so detailed as to become overwhelming or boring. Thank you very much for the inspirational information.”
Martay Nusenow
Southern Hospitality Catering

“The most important thing I took away from this was that I am on the right path at becoming a better salesperson, as a lot of what they discussed was stuff I was already doing, or considering doing. It was a very informative class that helped secure my confidence. New salespeople would benefit greatly and even veterans in the field are guaranteed to pick up some nice pointers.”
Brian A Ebel
Benedict's Plantation

WASHINGTON DC July 14, 2009

"Thank you for your time, energy and expertise. It was well worth the time and money we spent to attend. We look forward to Las Vegas and all we will learn there. Your workshop re-energized a tired team!
Debbie Johnson, Corey Tiller & Daniel Leake
Sodexo / Liberty Catering @ Liberty University

"I think the entire event was well worth my time. Mike & Carl sparked some ideas that will definitely benefit my company."
Stacey Hill
Herrington on the Bay

"Mike Roman truly brings home the basics to catering. If I can just stick to the info that he shares, I can increase my business. Bad habits are hard to break!"
Denise Davis
Classic Caterers, LLC

FT. LAUDERDALE July 16, 2009

”Both Mike & Carl have a tremendous amount of knowledge and experience that can benefit anyone in this industry at all levels. Loved 'em both! Hoping that I can attend the conference next year.”
Chef Dee Lennox
Lennox Catering

”Since the workshop last week, I have contracted 4 weddings (two of which were the next day) and raised my prices for my packages and on my website with absolutely no resistance. I loved the workshop and cannot wait to attend Vegas in March! Thank you so much!”
Valerie Paul
Rockledge Country Club

”Workshop covers Catering as an entire process, not just from a specific angle ie: sales, culinary, costs, profitability etc. There was a lot of value in the workshop - information that is pertinent to new ecomony, good location and F&B.” ”
Michelle Spencer Young
Weston Hills Country Club

CHARLOTTE July 26, 2009

”This one day was a great review/refresher for sales and marketing…this allows me to focus on making change quickly - not out of the office too many days - I loved it.”
Kellie Bryson
A Catered Affair

”This was a very compact and information packed session. I can't wait to attend my first session in Las Vegas.”
Lou Hart
Lou Hart Catering

”Very fast paced and comfortable environment, the size of the group was perfect. I appreciate how approachable the hosts were and look forward to following up with more questions!”
Vicky Ismail
Highgrove

”The entire program was great!”
Tristan
Good Food Catering

"Let me thank you for the excellent workshop. My team and I have already begun to implement many of the strategies that you and Carl suggested. It was a great opportunity for us to get on the 'same page.' Team building is an on-going process."
Roberta Pearson
Create A Cake Catering at the Emerald Event Center

HOUSTON August 4, 2009

"I booked a $17,600 conference today from the material I learned yesterday because I put a comment on my Facebook status about saving my customers money."
John Homrighausen
J-BAR-H Texas Foods

"Great information and loved networking with the other attendees, well worth the fee and traveling 250 miles to attend!"
Rebecca N. Watts
Small Potatoes Catering

ATLANTA August 6, 2009

"This is the first Catersource seminar that I have attended, and I was amazed at the amount of information provided. Great Job Catersource!!!"
Marie-Laurence Pierre
A Culinary Affair

“Thanks to Mike and Carl for always sharing ideas and solutions. We as a team always come away with ideas on how to improve and grow our company.”
Neal Green
All Occasion Catering LLC

“I thought the workshop was fantastic! I wished my whole team could have been there.”
Tifanie Haun
Proof of the Pudding

“Loved it! I came back to work today all pumped up about the products I sell and how to sell them better. Thank you Carl and Mike.”
Samantha Peterson
Sticky Fingers

BOSTON August 11, 2009

“Thanks so much as we were able to use it as a great opportunity to give some of off-premise staff, whom we wouldn't normally take to the conference, a quick education about the big-picture view of the industry.”
Michael Morin
Russell Morin Fine Catering

“I envy the newer caterers just starting out. When we started out, we learned by our mistakes and we had no mentoring. It was by the seat of our pants. Something like 'On The Road' gives these caterers the edge in expanding faster and growing quicker, without having to make those mistakes ..... and what better mentors could we have then Mike and Carl!”
Jack Milan
Different Tastes

“...Forgot what a tremendous resource Catersource is and that we can call on you for help and guidance.”
Susan Lawrence
Pepper's Fine Foods Catering

“My team felt great about the seminar! Thank you.”
Bob Wiggins
Gourmet Catering

PHILADELPHIA August 18, 2009

“We all need to constantly review the important things to focus on, and possible techniques to approach them. It is also a great opportunity to talk to other caterers.”
Lara Franks
ERL Food Services

“I am new to sales, though not new to catering and so I found the overall workshop quite helpful. The idea about doing things to set you apart and specific pitches were the most useful to me.”
Karen Schiavelli
Feast Your Eyes Catering

“I think it was a truly worth-while day of learning. Thank you!”
Doris Macey
J. Scott Catering

“Your speakers are always full of information. We have been coming to Catersource for 5 years. I feel like our company is on the cutting edge because of it. Thanks so much!”
Shelley Funt
The Gettysburg Hotel

“There were several things that we took away from the conference that we will be putting into place within the next few weeks.”
Wanda Gremmell
The Gettysburg Hotel

“The day was well organized, the materials were abundant, the content was great.”
Peter Pavlis
Fisher’s Tudor House

“This was an amazing day of great education. It was like a condensed version of the Catersource conference. Not only did I learn a lot I left feeling energized and rejuvenated. Wow! Thanks Mike Roman!”
Matt Belford
The Picnic Pros

"Thank you all for Catersource. Both the workshop and magazine are a gift to
any caterer."
Linda S. Jacobs
Soup to Nuts Caterers

RT @ThePicnicPros: Thanks Mike Roman and Carl Sacks for a awesome seminar yesterday. Catersource rocks!

RT @ctweddings: On the road in Philadelphia with Mike Roman and Carl Sacks from Catersource http://yfrog.com/7d43jj

TORONTO August 20, 2009

"I attended your seminar yesterday at Drexelbrook. I really enjoyed your presentation, and found the seminar overall to be one of the best and most informative Professional Educational Events that I have ever attended. I look forward to many future events with Catersource!"
Amy Sweeney
The Radnor Hotel

“I was very pleased with Mike & Carl. The presentation was laid back and kept my attention. Very informative!“
Lisa Wanamaker
Casino Rama

"I had a great time, it was wonderful being out of the office and I came back motivated."
Kornelia Iwanowski
Scarlett House Catering Inc

"Panel was very informed of all problems in the industry. Positive solutions and comments on the issues were dealt with very successfully."
Jennifer Base
Jennifer's Kitchen

RT @DrexelbrookDom: Applied techniques from Catersource with one of our sales reps that helped close a large wedding, everyday is a learning day!

CHICAGO August 25, 2009

"Formerly a corporate/association meeting planner, I am new to the "other side" of this industry. Having been the buyer, I feel I have a unique advantage to the customers perspective....however, this seminar brought into light how I need to effectively market new marketing strategies and cost containment within these economic times for my company. I could not have researched all the information that was provided during the day...hugely informative! I will continue to go seminars by Catersource as they appear in my city....and see you in Vegas."
Debra Roberts
Campana's Cafe Catering & Events

"The workshop gave me an abundance of valuable information that I cannot wait to share with my company."
Trista Nelsen
Regency Lodge

"Happy overall, lot of good material in a short time, got me stepping back and looking in on what I need to work on, good juices flowing again, creative thinking of how to tinker with the new ideas to fit my operation."
Scott Zizic
The Bennett-Curtis House

"I enjoyed the relaxed atmosphere of the event. Mike and Carl were very informative and were easy to relate to. I find there no better way to learn than from someone who has been there and done that! It was great. Thank you!"
Julie Downs
Conn's Catering & Inn at 835

"Excellent! This has inspired me to hopefully attend the tradeshow in March."
Melanie Montroy
Casino Rama

COLUMBUS August 27, 2009

RT @rft3: Lots of good insight and info today at Catersource. Glad I decided to attend...

"Excellent speakers."
Linda Schneider
Tradex

IRVINE September 2, 2009

"Thought it was well worth my time - took away some new ideas, inspired some thoughts about new initiatives for marketing/sales - and confirmed some things that I was curious about!"
Linda Rouyer
Saffron

"I enjoyed the smaller setting where I felt more information could be absorbed in a short amount of time. Both Michael and Carl were very enjoyable."
Tim O'Shea
Picnic Specialties

"Oh my gosh, definitely! This team of Michael Roman and Carl Sacks is just the best. Even though we were their last stop and you could tell they were tired, they did a fantastic job speaking, relating to each of us in the room and joking with everyone. I love going to Michael Roman seminars! He does not speak over your head or down to you, he is not pompous or over bearing and he keeps your attention minute to minute. He tells it like it is, talks to you like you’re a friend and is always SO helpful!! LOVE, LOVE, LOVE him!!"
Loretta Warfield
The Plug Nickel Restaurant & Catering