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Smart Spending: Balancing Pricing + Profit in 2025

Clint Elkins  (VP of Sales, SB Value)

Jay Varga  (Executive Chef, The JDK Group)

Raj Mistry  (Chief Experience Officer, District Events & Catering)

Anthony Lambatos  (Co-Owner, Footers Catering)

Location: Grand Ballroom H

Date: Tuesday, February 25

Time: 10:00 am - 11:00 am

Pass Type: All Access, CS Conference Pass, CS Premium Pass, Combined CS/TSE Conference Pass

Track: CS-Business, Financials & Operations

Vault Recording: TBD

Audience Level: All

There's one thing that caterers can rely on, and it's that food costs will always be impacted from year to year. As we move into 2025, it's crucial for caterers to continue to reevaluate their kitchen expenses as well as their profitability. This panel, moderated by SB Value's Clint Elkins, brings together leading U.S. caterers to share insights and strategies on effectively managing food costs, ensuring a healthy bottom line, and thriving in the evolving market.

Presentation Files

2025_Catersource_Panel_Smart_Spending_Balancing_Pricing_Profit_in_2025_FINAL_.pdf