The Catersource and Event Solutions Conference & Tradeshow highlights the winners of the annual ICA Catered Arts Through Innovative Excellence (CATIE) Awards, Catersource Achievement in Catering Excellence (ACE) Awards and Event Solutions Spotlight Awards.
These top industry professionals and companies represent the best of the best in catering and events and were announced at the "Rock the Night" Industry Awards celebration during the Catersource and Event Solutions Conference & Tradeshow on Tuesday, March 10 at Caesars Palace in Las Vegas, NV.
Congratulations to the 2015 winners:
Catersource Achievement in Catering Excellence (ACE) Awards
Winners were based on their noteworthy achievements in the catering industry through culinary, business, community and professional development. This year, winners were chosen to represent the best in each of these three geographic regions: East, West and International.
East - Greater than $2 Million
Blue Plate Catering
East - Up to $2 Million
Royal Fig Catering
West - Greater than $2 Million
24 Carrots
West - Up to $2 Million
Chowgirls Killer Catering
International - Over $2 Million
Vicky Crease Catering + Events
Event Solutions Spotlight Awards
These awards recognize the best and the brightest event professionals in the industry. Recipients were chosen based on their body of work in 2014.
Innovator of the Year
Dan Berger, Social Tables
Rising Star
Sara Silver, A Joy Wallace Catering, Design and Special Events
Rental Company of the Year
ATOMIC
Floral Designer of the Year
Saeed Babaeean, The Empty Vase
Event Planner of the Year
Kristin Banta, Kristin Banta Events
Event Site of the Year
Calgary Stampede
Event Company of the Year
russell harris EVENT GROUP
Entertainment Company of the Year
Live It Up Productions
Corporate Event Planner of the Year
Jen Poyer, CSEP, Catalina Island Conservancy
Event Supplier of the Year
Decor and More
Designer/Creative Director of the Year
Gavin Rajah, Gavin Rajah Concept
International Company of the Year
PDW Inc
ICA Catered Arts Through Innovative Excellence (CATIE) Awards
Recipients of these awards, presented by The International Caterers Association (ICA) were recognized for their achievement of exemplary production at an event.
Best Hors D'oeuvres:
Daniel et Daniel Event Creation & Catering
Innovative Mixology:
Thomas Caterers of Distinction
Best Tablescape Design:
By Word of Mouth / It's a Matter of Taste
Best Dessert:
Blue Plate
Best Plated Menu:
The Ginger Grape
Best Buffet Presentation:
The Forum Company
Best New Food Concept
A Joy Wallace Catering, Design & Special Events
Signature Caterer for Best Multiple Day Event
Vicky Crease Catering + Events
Signature Caterer for Best Wedding
Marcia Selden Catering
Signature Caterer for Best Event Concept
Thomas Caterers of Distinction
Chef of the Year
Karen O'Connor, Daniel et Daniel Event Creation & Catering
Caterer of the Year
Vicky Crease Catering + Events
"This year's recipients were chosen based on their remarkable work and continuous growth in the catering and events industry," said Ron Bigley, Brand Director of Catersource and Event Solutions. "We're thrilled to honor these incredible professionals and congratulate all of the nominees who were considered."
Catersource and Event Solutions Conference & Tradeshow, the world's premier event for catering and events professionals will welcome thousands of attendees from around the globe March 8-11, 2015 at Caesars Palace and the Las Vegas Convention Center in Las Vegas, Nevada.
