Speakers 2026
The education opportunities at Catersource + The Special Event feature presentations from more than 100 industry luminaries who have been there, done that, and are armed with content that’s trendy, thought-provoking, and always influential.
Caila Byrd, Event Chef, Footers Catering
Raised in a family where food meant storytelling, laughter, and long conversations around the table, Chef Caila’s culinary roots are deeply influenced by Moroccan, Brazilian, and Japanese traditions. With over 20 years in the industry — spanning pastry, savory, restaurants, private dining, and high-level catering — their style blends global inspiration with playful creativity and bold flavor. As Chef de Traiteur at Footers Catering, they wear many hats: event logistics, chef training, service elevation, menu development and on-site leadership. At the heart of it all? A genuine love of food, culture, and the joy of feeding people well.