Anthony Lambatos

The Coach | CEO

Anthony Lambatos is melding the historic Footers name with new and exciting trends in catering. He grew up in the business, from scraping plates for his dad, founder of Footers Catering Jimmy Lambatos, to hosting his own concession stand at Parade of Homes in High School. He has worked full time for Footers Catering since 2004 as Vice President and became Co-Owner and CEO at the beginning of 2010. Anthony is passionate about taking the knowledge he has learned from his Father and putting a fresh spin on it.

Quote to live by: "Happiness is a matter of perspective. It's up to you to decide which angle to look from."

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April Lambatos

The Head Honcho of Happiness | COO

April Lambatos has been gaining experience in the catering/hospitality industry since 1996. Learning the ropes of the business from the bottom up and literally beginning her catering career washing dishes. After earning a business degree from the University of Florida and learning hospitality from Walt Disney World Resorts April realized catering was her passion. As Co-Owner and COO, April brings a fresh energy to the team and a determination to create one of the best places to work.

Quote to live by: "What lies behind us and what lies before us are tiny matters compared to what lies within us." ~ Ralph Waldo Emerson

Check Out My "Sounds of Happiness" Playlist
This is just a couple of songs that make me happy! They all have a memory tied to them and make me smile. Let me know if you are curious and I would love to share more!

Colbért Callen

The Team Mom | Director of Sales and Marketing

Colbért has been with the Footers team since 2007. She was first introduced to the company when seeking out a caterer for her own wedding, and found the perfect fit not only for her special day, but also for a passionate career. Her amazing ability to translate a client's vision into a reality sets her apart in the event planning world. She takes pride in leading Footers Coordination Team, Marketing Team, and Social Capitol Venue Team.

Quote to live by: "Having power is not nearly as important as what you choose to do with it." – Roald Dahl

Sam Totten

The Ambassador of Awesomeness | Operations

Sam Totten has worked for Footers Catering part time since he was 15 years old. After graduating from Arizona State University with a Masters degree in Architecture, he returned to the Footers team full time in 2009. Sam is a "jack-of-all-trades," wears many hats, and uses his unparalleled passion and creativity to design cutting edge innovative displays, eye-catching marketing materials, efficiency enhancing digital tools, sweet company swag, and a bunch of other stuff! He is our walking Mission Statement and his ambitions to create, build, and make things better everyday show in all aspects of his work.

Quote to live by: "The greater danger for most of us lies not in setting our aim too high and falling short; but in setting our aim too low, and achieving our mark."

Check Out My "Awesomeness All the Time" Playlist
These are some of my go-to easy listening songs for sittin' on the back porch, doing work at the office, or driving up to the mountains for a weekend getaway. In any scenario, they're best enjoyed with friends!

Jason Sutton

The Food Architect | Director of Operations

Executive Chef Jason Sutton leads the Footers Catering culinary team in internal and external logistics, alongside Co-Executive Chef Heather Carr. The “Food Architect” and his team execute over 600 full-service off-site events and feed more than 75,000 guests each year. Sutton is passionate about sharing his unique knowledge and experience to help caterers around the country improve their leadership and company culture.

Even before graduating from Kendall College in Chicago, Sutton was hand selected to be part of the opening team for Terzo Piano - A Chef Tony Mantuano Restaurant. At 21-years-old Sutton organized and managed the hot food line for a restaurant with daily covers over 300 guests. After graduation Sutton ventured west for an externship at the AAA four-diamond Ritz-Carlton Hotel and Restaurant in Kapalua, Hawaii. Sutton was selected for a Butcher Apprenticeship under a Certified Master Butcher of 35+ years. Over three years he contributed in every kitchen at the $22-million resort and gained an incredibly versatile knowledge of flavors.

Sutton has produced incredible event experiences with Footers Catering over the past five years. He has successfully organized logistics for some of the most complex off-premise catering experiences in the industry, including the Velorama Festival serving 15,000 guests over three days; the Oath Global Sales Conference serving 13,800 meals over two days; and the Triple Bypass Bike Ride serving 5,300 meals over two days. Each of these events was held in a remote location with zero kitchen facilities, where Sutton not only had to execute award-winning menus, but also build kitchen facilities from the ground-up. Sutton has gained a national reputation for being an expert in large-scale event logistics, and was asked to be part of the 5,000-guest opening party for the Frozen Musical in New York City, and help produce a million-dollar wedding experience in Indianapolis, IN.

His talent has been recognized by the International Caterers Association, where he currently serves as Board Culinary Chair, with a focus on scholarship mentors for the national catering conference Catersource. Sutton was also requested to fulfill the prestigious three-year position as the ICA’s culinary education director, leading hundreds of chefs and all culinary production at the 8,500-attendee conference. He has been a featured speaker in front of national audiences at the Catersource and was the 2016 Rapid Recipe Contest Entrée Champion.

Quotes to live by: "I won't eat any cereal that doesn't turn the milk purple." ~ Bill Watterson, "When you do things right, people won't be sure you've done anything at all." ~ Futurama

Check Out My "Terrible Two" Playlist
One of my favorite ways to relax and enjoy a day is hanging out and playing with my 2 year old daughter. We love playing outside, making messes, and trying new foods together, and these songs are usually playing in the background in the kitchen or car as we spend time together.

Lindsey Gertz

The Party Princess | Senior Event Coordinator

Lindsey Gertz has been a part of the Footers team since 2006. Her passion for perfection is contagious, and her attention to detail helps to make some of Footers' largest events go off without a hitch. Her creative ideas and eagerness to be on the cutting edge of the event world keeps all of us reaching for something new. Recently Lindsey added to the Footers Family with her son Landon and daughter Audrey. Lindsey enjoys the flexibility of working for a family owned business; it allows her to be an active Mom and career woman.
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Quote to live by: "Find something you're passionate about and keep tremendously interested in it." ~ Julia Child

Check Out My "Forever Family" Playlist
One of my favorite ways to spend an evening is with my family! Whether we're playing in the backyard, the two kiddos are helping us make dinner, or we're relaxing and enjoying our fire pit, these songs are the perfect background to lots of fun and laughter!

Jamie Shaw

The Memory Maker, Senior Event Coordinator

Jamie Shaw is from Indianapolis, Indiana and moved to Denver to pursue a degree in Event Management from Johnson & Wales University. After completing her Bachelors Degree, she started her career at a local Country Club planning everything from golf tournaments to weddings! From there, she moved into full-time Wedding Planning, which is where she found her true passion in catering a wide variety of events. Jamie loves to see an event start at just an idea or concept and develop into a special and memorable event from start to finish!

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Quote to live by: "All our dreams can come true, if we have the courage to pursue them." ~ Walt Disney

Check Out My "Jam Mix" Playlist
Here are my favorite jams to listen to as I get ready to workout, a night out, or head to an event. These are my go tos anytime I need a good pick me up!

Bekah Myler

The Ambiance Alchemist | Event Producer

Bekah started working in the wine industry while attending Michigan State University and it turned into much more than just a summer job. Her love to be around good wine, good food and good people naturally drew her into the event world. With combined 7 years of experience in hospitality management, communications, events and wine education, Bekah brings a competitive nature and a drive for producing quality events. She joined the Footers Family in June of 2023 and has been loving it since. She is constantly inspired by the need for self growth and new adventures. She loves balancing life with any opportunity for some friendly competition, traveling, and can be found in the mountains skiing or camping.

Quote to live by: "Eat at a local restaurant tonight. Get the cream sauce. Have a cold pint at 4 o’clock in a mostly empty bar. Go somewhere you’ve never been. Listen to someone you think may have nothing in common with you. Order the steak rare. Eat an oyster. Have a negroni. Have two. Be open to a world where you may not understand or agree with the person next to you, but have a drink with them anyways. Eat slowly. Tip your server. Check in on your friends. Check in on yourself. Enjoy the ride." -Anthony Bourdain

Yvonne DeVries

The Capitol Socialite | Venue Sales Manager

Yvonne is originally from San Jose, California and moved to Colorado in 2019 with her husband Cory, two kiddos Maverick and Indie, and their dog, Nola. She has been in the hospitality industry for 20 years working both corporate and private events throughout California. In her time off, you can find Yvonne traveling, entertaining, or somewhere getting lost outdoors.

Quote to live by: “To me, life without veal stock, pork fat, sausage, organ meat, demi-glace, or even stinky cheese is a life not worth living.” – Anthony Bourdain

Stephanie Zemler

The Curator of Creativity | Vision Brand Manager

Stephanie Zemler has been working in the hospitality/catering industry since 2007. She graduated from the Art Institute of Colorado with a degree in Culinary Arts. Her experience in catering ranges from office management, event coordinating, bartending, and cooking. She became a part of the Footers family in 2012 and shortly after took on the role as staffing coordinator. In 2016 she transitioned her role into "The Curator of Creativity". Her main area of focus is designing unique displays and creative food presentations for our events. Stephanie also uses her expertise in executing events as part of our internal logistics team and the training of our amazing Service Team.

Quote to live by: "You are always free to do something that makes you smile" ~ Unknown

Check Out My "Flashback to the Glory Days" Playlist
These songs bring a smile to my face as they remind me of fun times in my 20's! Ask me more about my travels, favorite concerts, and friends I shared these memories with!

Shelby Anderson

The Pastry Professor, Executive Pastry Chef

Shelby Anderson joined the Footers Family in the summer of 2016 as our Pastry Professor. She graduated from the Art Institute of Denver in 2013, but has known since childhood just how much passion she has for baking. From working as a night baker at local cupcakeries to running the kitchen at some of Denver's favorite dessert bars, Shelby found her niche in the catering world and absolutely loves it. In her opinion, pastry can be a product of never ending possibilities, from baking bread to decorating cakes to plating intricate desserts, there's never a dull moment and ALWAYS something new to learn.

Quote to live by: "Ask yourself if what you're doing today is getting you closer to where you want to be tomorrow?" ~ Unknown

Check Out My "Slay Baby" Playlist
Whether it's fresh throwbacks, sing-your-heart-out ballads, or solid jams to focus and concentrate to, these are my favorites to keep the energy high and spirits lifted as slay in the kitchen! Stop by the Pastry dept, on Wednesdays you'll find us wearing pink, and see what we're rocking out to!

Heather Carr

The Culinary Crusader, Executive Chef

Executive Chef Heather Carr Leads the Footers Catering culinary team in innovation and production, alongside Co-Executive Chef Jason Sutton. The “Culinary Crusader” and her team execute over 600 full-service off-site events and feed more than 75,000 guests each year. Carr is most proud of her team’s recognition as national industry leader for a thriving kitchen culture and unique career advancement opportunities, which are unprecedented in the hospitality industry.

Carr learned to cook while on lacrosse scholarship at the University of New Hampshire, negotiating home cooked meals for her roommates in lieu of paying for groceries. Her unique culinary beginnings still influence her cooking style today, emphasizing utilization of every piece of edible food trim, which would otherwise find its way into the trash. She is recognized in the industry as a #nowaste chef and has presented nationally on the topic.

Carr’s philosophy is to find a way to make something work, rather than make excuses for why it cannot work. In 2017 Carr showed the world her culinary ingenuity and toughness when she was crowned “Chopped Champion” on The Food Network’s Chopped reality cooking competition. She also competed in the Chopped Champions edition of the show in 2018.

After refining her culinary talent at Johnson and Wales University in Denver, Carr was awarded the International Caterers Association Educational Foundation scholarship to attend Catersource Conference two years in a row. She has since become a featured speaker at the national convention, motivating thousands to bring heartfelt leadership and inclusive culture practices to culinary teams around the world.

Carr is dedicated to mentoring up-and-coming talent in the hospitality industry and gives back to her community by volunteering at organizations such as Cooking Matters Colorado and Work Options for Women. She participates as a guest chef and judge for multiple non-profit chef fundraising showcases annually and has cooked alongside the country’s top chefs at James Beard Foundation House Dinners. In 2019, Chef Heather was named ColoradoBiz Magazine's Top 25 Most Influential Young Professionals. 

Quote to live by: "Live as if you'll die today, dream as if you'll live forever." ~ James Dean

Check Out My "Pump Up/Wind Down" Playlist
This is a mix between some of my favorite pump up music that I play to get in the mindset for boxing and then classical music which is usually what I listen to when I am winding down after a long day or workout!

Krystal Hoeft

The Rainmaker | Controller

Krystal Hoeft is originally from Flagstaff, Arizona where she received her Business Management degree from Northern Arizona University. She moved to Denver in 2003 and lives with her Husband, two Daughters Kiera and Kinsley and two furry friends Fox & Kaya. She has over 14 years in the financial service industry and received her MBA from Regis University. She joined the Footers Family in 2015 and oversees the day-to-day finance operations of the company and is in charge of all collections, disbursements, taxes and payroll.

Quote to live by: "Patience, persistence and perspiration make an unbeatable combination for success." ~ Napoleon Hill

Check Out My "Farm Fresh Tracks" Playlist
K & B Ranch is my dream come true! Our farm is a place where my family can spend time together, my girls can learn about taking care of our garden and animals, and we can enjoy the stunning beauty of Colorado! These songs remind me of the sweetest memories I have with my family on our farm together!

Megan Stewart

The Executive Experience Expert, Director of Hospitality

Megan Stewart graduated from Colorado State University with a degree in Fashion Merchandising. She spent a few years working for luxury clothing companies when she transitioned to Membership and Catering Sales in the hospitality industry. Over the next 6 years Megan lead Food and Beverage Teams at many different Country Clubs, most recently the Country Club at Castle Pines. Having a high attention to detail, a commitment to excellent customer service and a passion for leading people has driven Megan's desire to be in the catering industry.

Quote to live by: "Be somebody who makes everyone feel like somebody."

Check Out My "Pre-Event" Playlist
There's nothing better than a good pump up mix! These are my go tos as I head out to an event and these songs never fail to pump me up and help me lead my team to execute another awesome event!

Brittany Burrows

The Celebration Connoisseur, Senior Event Coordinator

Brittany Burrows joined the team after moving to Denver from Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. Upon completion of her degree in Business Management and Public Relations, she began managing a historic wedding venue in Pennsylvania and fell in love with the event industry. Brittany has a knack for connecting with clients and loves going the extra mile to make an event unforgettable!
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Quote to live by: "A diamond is a chunk of coal that did well under pressure." ~ Henry Kissinger

Check Out My "Pump Up" Playlist
Sometimes on the way to an event, I need a little pick me up! This is a handful of the songs that never fail to put a smile on my face and prepare me for the day ahead.

Katie Martineau

The Organized Optimizer, Event Coordinator

Katie Martineau joined the Footers Family after adventuring to Denver from Seattle, Washington. She attended the University of Minnesota Duluth and volunteered for a non-profit theatre, where she fell in love with planning large events, such as the theatre's annual Casino Night Gala. Hospitality positions at hotels Minneapolis and Seattle led her to the food and beverage side of hospitality. Whether attending networking events, snowboarding in the Rockies, discovering new hiking trails, or participating in fitness competitions, Katie is always ambitious for a new adventure.

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Quote to live by: "Be the change you wish to see in the world." ~ Gandhi

Check Out My "Turning the Corner on Country" Playlist
Denver is more country than the other city I've lived in and it's definitely growing on me! I mean, we have a parade with big horned cattle walking down city streets – ha! This is more country-pop; achy-breaky-heart stuff is still a hard, no!

Allison Swanson

The Master Collaborator, Marketing Manager

Allison graduated from the University of Vermont in 2011 with a degree in Public Communication. After livingin Boston, she joined the Peace Corps and worked with youth in development in the Republic of Georgia. Upon returning to the States, Allison decided to pursue new adventures and move to Colorado, where shejoined Footers Cateringin July 2017. Allison strives to exemplify what Footers Family means to every one of our clients and guests. She also seeks to show how our culture of encouraging and fostering our unique passions and skills elevates our work into the realm of AWESOMENESS and truly sets our staff and our work apart! While the East Coast will always have a special place in her heart, Allison loves exploring Colorado's endless beauty. She seeks to fly fishevery bodyof water, hike every trail, and celebrate each day's end with a new local craft brew in hand.

Quote to live by: "The very basic core of a man's living spirit is his passion for adventure. The joy of life comes from our encounters with new experiences, and hence there is no greater joy than to have an endlessly changing horizon, for each day to have a new and different sun." ~ John Krakauer

Check Out My "Road Trip Tunes" Playlist
I took a 2.5 week cross country road trip when I moved from Boston to Colorado and fell in love with the independence and freedom found on the open and dirt roads. Here's my favorite driving playlist as I adventure and explore the beautiful state of Colorado!

Kelsey Raymond

The Forager of Fresh Ideas, Senior Event Coordinator

Kelsey found her niche in the event industry after graduating from Arizona State University in 2013. She worked with top caterers and an outdoor venue facility in Arizona and Massachusetts before finding her home in Colorado. Experienced in all sectors of events, she has a true passion and determination to make each event successful and unique! She jumps at any opportunity to meet new clients and create new relationships. Kelsey appreciates the change of pace and exciting day-to-day variety the hospitality industry offers.
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Quote to live by: "Stay humble, hustle hard." ~ Anonymous

Check Out My "Effort to Run Off Lunch" Playlist
These are my personal favorite beats to run to. They keep me moving so I can actively run off the Footers family meals!

Tabitha Hossfeld

Creative Connoisseur | Event Coordinator

Tabitha grew up on a large cattle ranch near the Wyoming/Montana border. As soon as she could see over the top of the bar she was helping her grandmother run the family-owned restaurant and bar, and inherited her passion for cooking and hospitality. Tabitha has been in the Denver event industry since 2015 and planned over 1,100 events. Her favorite part of the process is collaborating during the initial design/concept phase, where she is always ready to challenge how far boundaries can be pushed to create a truly unique experience. A self-proclaimed "crazy dog mom," her favorite part of every day is early morning puppy snuggles with coffee….lots of coffee. She loves music and collects records as well as limited edition concert posters.
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Quote to live by: “Be who you are and say what you feel because those who mind don’t matter and those who matter don’t mind.” – Dr Suess

Sarah Amick

Diamond of Design | Event Coordinator

Sarah fell in love with Colorado during an internship in Crested Butte and always vowed to return. After graduating from the University of South Carolina, Sarah joined the events team of a large-scale music festival, but when the opportunity to plan events in Denver arose, Sarah jumped at the chance to trade the beach for the mountains. Sarah loves working with clients to achieve their vision and keeps them having fun along the way. When not working, you can find Sarah crying about how terrible the Gamecocks are (yet again), cheering on her new home’s various sports teams, catching a show at Red Rocks, or rock climbing.
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Quote to live by: “The meaning of life is to find your gift. The purpose of life is to give it away.” Pablo Picasso

Erin Hehn

The Party Whisperer | Marketing ManagerManger

Erin Hehn has been in the Denver events industry since 2005. After finding her niche as the go-to party planner for friends at CU-Boulder, her love for details and gatherings continued as an Event Coordinator at a local venue. She expanded to build her own her own wedding coordination company, as well as had the privilege to travel internationally for corporate and non-profit functions. Having been a longtime fan of their excellence and culture, she’s excited to be a part of the Footers Family! She brings a drama-free approach to solving challenges, and a passion for establishing lasting connections with clients.
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Quote to live by: “Your smile is your logo, your personality is your business card, how you leave others feeling after an experience with you becomes your trademark.” – Jay Danzie

Rachel Ikalowych

Miss Moxie | Event Producer

Rachel Ikalowych is a Mission Viejo, CA transplant. She started her hospitality career as a young girl working alongside her mother, a wedding coordinator. She has been in the industry ever since, most recently as a front-of-house restaurant manager. Through her experiences Rachel has gained extensive knowledge and insight into the true meaning of hospitality - treating others how you want to be treated. A graduate of the University of Colorado Denver Business School, Rachel is a tenacious and bubbly individual who has developed a passion for catering and events. Away from Footers, Rachel is an avid hot-sauce connoisseur, loves attending live music events, and enjoys to true-crime podcasts.
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Quote to live by: "All that I'm after is a life full of laughter."

Corrine Sillick

Party Pilot

Corrine has worked in the hospitality industry for 15 years. She started in restaurants, transitioned to being a banquet manager in hotels and has also worked her way around a few country clubs before joining the Footers Family. Corrine is from Cedar Rapids, Iowa. She loves working with and helping people and also enjoys traveling and spending time with family and friends!

Quote to live by: "Life is a spell so exquisite that everything conspires to break it." ~ Emily Dickinson

Erin Young

Dancing Queen | Sales Coordinator

Erin is a third generation Colorado Native and although she does not rock the “Native” bumper sticker, she is very proud of her Colorado roots. After a career in Property Management and Commercial Real Estate, Erin decided it was time to follow her creative passions and jump into the event world… and she couldn’t be more excited! Footers had been on her heart for years and so she is very grateful to be part of the team and is looking forward to building amazing relationships with her clients! In her free time you will most likely find Erin doing something fun around town, hanging with family and friends, hiking or dancing!

Quote to live by: “Life is too short to live with regrets. So, love the people who treat you right, forgive the ones who don’t and believe that everything happens for a reason. If you get a chance, take it. If it changes your life, let it. Nobody said it’d be easy, they just promised it would be worth it.” Dr. Seuss

Mike MacDonald

Culinary Chemist | Executive Chef

Mike joined the Footers Family in the summer of 2021 as our Executive Chef. He spent his culinary school years in the mountains of Colorado in an apprenticeship between Vail resorts and Colorado Mountain College. After college, Mike stayed in the mountains and ran the catering/hospitality department for Breckenridge Hospitality, Ran the Keystone Lodge’s Bighorn Bistro and spent spent some time at Devils Thumb Ranch as The resorts executive chef and Director of Outlets, and then decided to come back down to the Front Range . Part of the excitement of Catering is something new at every event, and the never ending possibilities.

Quote to live by: “if you really want to make a friend, go to their house and eat with them….the people who give you their food give you their heart”

Ericka Mallory

Pastry Princess

Hailing from North Canaan Connecticut, Ericka made the westward journey to Colorado as a teenager. She would go on to attend and graduate from the prestigious Johnson & Wales University in Denver in 2009, kick starting her career as a professional pastry chef. Her love of making other people smile is truly represented in every cake and cookie that she bakes. When not baking up a storm Ericka finds her self spending time with her daughter, traveling, and living life to the fullest!

Quote to live by: “Always be a first-rate version of yourself, instead of a second-rate version of somebody else.” Judy Garland

Cara Eisenberg

Maestro of Mazels | Sales Coordinator

Cara joined the Footers Family with a passion for food, design, and of course- events! After earning her degree at the University of Georgia, Cara moved west to explore the Rockies and sharpen her skill set. With a background of Personal Organizing, Cara has a detail-oriented mind that lends well to every event she is on. Her fun demeanor and quick wit brighten up those around her and provide for a synergistic experience when it comes to planning your perfect event. When she’s outside of Footers she enjoys traveling, enjoying a concert (or yoga!) at Red Rocks, eating great food, and playing with her pup- Charlie!

Quote to live by: "Fight as if you're right, Listen as if you're wrong" - William Coyne

Kat Maginnis

The Jockey of Joy | Event Producer

Kat joined the Footers Family with a passion for event innovation and logistics. After graduating from Christopher Newport University, she moved to Tampa, Florida to be closer to the beach. There, she was able to enhance her skills while she worked as a Marketing Professional producing Cybersecurity Industry Events. During the Pandemic, she traded in the beach for the mountains and moved to Denver – and never looked back! Her energetic, social manner and keen eye for detail help bring client’s visions to life! Outside of Footers, Kat enjoys traveling, hiking with her dog, catching sports games, and going to concerts (especially at Red Rocks).

Quote to live by: “Never let the fear of striking out keep you from playing the game.”– Babe Ruth

Casey Valentine

Party Pilot

Casey has worked in the service industry for 10 years now. She started at a zoo which lead her to work on a cruise ship before starting in restaurants. She has done some managing before finding her way to Colorado to start with footers. Casey is from Fort Lauderdale Florida. She shines best at talking to people & making sure everyone is taken care of. In her free time she rollerblades & likes to go hiking.

Quote to live by: Self validation is the only validation you need. - anonymous

Erin DeVoe

Design & Marketing Production

Erin D. is a recent college graduate of Indiana University where she spent the past four years majoring in Event Management and Hospitality. After living her entire life in Indiana, she decided to leave the Midwest and move to Colorado. Footers is her first professional job in her career, but she has had opportunities to work at the Children’s Museum of Indianapolis, the Indiana University Auditorium and The Indianapolis Motor Speedway. Outside of Footers, you will find Erin playing guitar, drawing, or practicing her newfound love of skiing!

Quote to live by: “Consider again that dot. That's here. That's home. That's us. On it everyone you love, everyone you know, everyone you ever heard of, every human being who ever was, lived out their lives.” – Carl Sagan, Pale Blue Dot

Kim Menghi

Party Pilot

Kim Menghi is originally from Lock Haven, PA. She graduated from Lock Haven University with a BS in Secondary Education, English and German and earned a Master's of Instruction from the University of Delaware. Kim taught German, English/LA, Spanish, and Yearbook over the course of 32 years in Pennsylvania and Delaware. Upon retiring from public education in 2015, she moved to Frederick, Colorado, and began working for Footers in 2016. Since then, she has worked as a Hospitality Hero, Mix Master and Party Pilot, striving to always make every client and guest have the most fantabulous experience possible!

Quote to live by: "It is good to have an end to journey toward, but it is the journey that matters, in the end." ~ Ernest Hemingway

Paige Shaffer

The Pétillant of Parties | Hospitality Logistics Manager

Paige started working in the food service industry when she was in college doing everything from being a hostess, server, and bartender. She especially loved bartending because of how social the position is and loved all of the interactions between guests. After graduating with a degree in Exercise Science from Appalachian State University, she moved to Colorado in September of 2017 where she started at Footers Catering. Paige has experience working as a Hospitality Hero, Mix Master, the Footers Front Desk in the office, and has now worked her way up to The Pétillant of Parties! Outside of Footers, Paige practices being the best dog mom she can be and spending as much time outdoor and hiking with my pup as possible!

Quote to live by: "A party without cake is just a meeting" ~ Julia Child

Doug Idlett

Party Pilot

Douglas one of our full-time party pilots. You'll often see him directing the team on proper setup and service techniques. He comes to us from Lexington, Oklahoma and has been part of the Footers Family for three years. While living in Oklahoma, Douglas earned his degree in Public Relations from Oklahoma State University. When he's not working, Douglas enjoys spending time with his friends, visiting his family in Oklahoma, or traveling! GO POKES!

Quote to live by: "Never say goodbye because goodbye means going away and going away means forgetting" ~ Peter Pan

Justin Bellamy

Lead Party Chef

Coming soon.

Ronney Reynolds

Lead Party Chef

Ronney has been part of the Footers family since 2002, making him our most seasoned lead event chef. With his tenure, he brings a wealth of knowledge to the off-site catering world. Ronney has found an awesome balance between hard work and humor that makes him one of Footers most popular Chefs de Par-tay.

Sam Robinson

Lead Party Chef

Since coming aboard in 2005, Sam "Bam" has been lucky enough to give back to the school he attended as a youth, Mullen High School. Sam runs the culinary department at Mullen High School while simultaneously leading events on the weekends as a Chef de Par-tay.

Dylan Westfall

The Flavor Creator | Chef de Tournant

Dylan roots are in Oklahoma, where he studied Hospitality at Oklahoma State University. After completing his degree, Dylan moved to Colorado to hone his skills. He went to culinary school at Johnson & Wales and joined the Footers Family in 2016. As Lead Tasting Chef, Dylan is passionate about creating memorable experiences for Footers clients and guests at our tasting experiences, and helping design innovative menus for their events!

Quote to live by: "Always start out with a larger pot than you think you need." ~ Julia Child

Check Out My "Slow Jams to Wind Down to" Playlist
Everyone at Footers knows me for my taste in laid back music! This is a playlist that I like to listen to while I cook to put me in the zone or relax to on my drive home after a long day!

Nat Timmens

The Culinary Craftsman, Lead Production Chef

Nat was born and raised in western New York, near the grape fields along the shores of lake Erie. He honed his skills for 15 years until moving to Denver in 2014. Having an extensive background in large party events, Nat joined the Footers team in 2014 as a prep cook. He quickly moved on to become a chef de par-tay and to Lead Production Chef in the kitchen where he oversees food prep for the week and manages production. Nat loves getting to see all of Colorado through venues and events and looks forward to expanding his repertoire ever more in the future!

Quote to live by: "We don't see things as they are, we see them as we are." ~ Anais Nin

Check Out My "Culinary Prep" Playlist
When I'm leading the culinary prep team, these are my favorite songs to pump up the crew to help us crush our daily prep lists!

Bryce Cherven

The Mad Scientist | Executive Pastry Chef

Bryce has been a familiar face within the Footers Family since 2016 when she graduated from The Art Institute of Colorado for Baking & Pastry. She spent 3 years in Phoenix cutting her teeth everywhere from Full-Service Catering, Fine Dining, Farmers Markets, Meal Prep Services, and Micro Businesses. Bryce was thrilled to return home in 2022 to share her experiences and re-join the Footers Family. On her days off you will find Bryce brunching, playing games, and at the park with her dog, Nutmeg.

Quote to live by: "Food can be expressive and therefore food can be art." ~ Grant Achatz

Check Out My "Top Jamz" Playlist
This is a small selection of the long list of songs that can come on any time and will, without fail, improve my mood. I love to sing along to songs, and I probably know most or all of the words to all of these songs. They're my jams.

Tessa Reuber

The Mise En Place Master, Lead Production Chef

Chef Tessa Reuber discovered her love for art and cooking at a very young age. When she wasn't experimenting in the kitchen, you could find her brainstorming about the next thing she was going to create. Her entrepreneurial spirit brought her to Colorado in 2013, where she focused on employee experience design and company culture initiatives that promote inclusivity, empathy, health, work-life balance and fun/rewarding atmospheres. Her passion for food and creating awesome company culture brought her to Footers Catering in 2017 where she became Lead Production Sous Chef. Outside of the kitchen she spends time tending to her garden and scobys. Fun Fact, she has made over 40 varieties of kombucha flavors! If you take a peak inside Tessa's pantry you would find house-made pickled carrots, turmeric lemon cucumber relish, carrot top pesto and a variety of preserved tomatoes.

Quote to live by: "Life is not measured by the amount of breaths you take, but by the moments that take your breath away." ~ Anonymous

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Each song on my playlist reminds me of a very fond memory and a person that's very special to me.

Kira Cook

Chef de Par-Tay

Hailing from Manhattan, KS (GO CATS!), Kira has lived in CO with her husband Dave since 2005. Originally going to Kansas State University for Theatre and Costume Design, she decided to pursue her next passion and attend culinary school in Denver in 2012. In 2017, she graduated with a Bachelor's in Culinary Management. Her ultimate goal is to open up a fully deducted gluten free restaurant. When not working, you can find her at home lounging with her cats, crafting and sewing, or playing games on her phone.

Quote to live by: "Don't dream it, be it!" ~ Dr. Frankenfurter

Stephanie Pound

Swiss Army Chef | Production Sous Chef

Stephanie is a born and raised Colorado native and graduate of Johnson and Wales with a degree in Baking and Pastry. Stephanie is fascinated with learning everything she can from sweet to savory, Tastings, inventory, menu creation, and being a Lead Chef. There is always something new to learn and she is always up for any challenge!

Quote to live by: "I try to let my decisions be guided not by what I think will succeed or fail, but what I am going to learn from that process." ~ Lin-Manuel Miranda

Daniel Brainerd

Captain of Chaos | Hospitality Development

Daniel is a left handed middle child with 5 siblings, all of which he stays as close as possible with. He was home-schooled throughout high school and is currently working towards his Bachelor's of Science in Event and Meeting Management. In his free time, Daniel enjoys dancing, martial arts, competitive sword fighting, shopping and spending time meeting new people. He is excited to learn and grow with the Footers Family for years to come!

Quote to live by: "Those who fail to learn from history are doomed to repeat it." ~ Sir Winston Churchill

Emily Maynard

Engagement Enthusiast, Marketing Project Manager

Emily Maynard is a Chicago native and the third Arizona State University graduate (Fork ‘Em!) to join the Footers family. An internship with a restaurant association in Washington DC solidified Emily's goal for her professional career to always involve great food. From culinary advocacy to corporate restaurant support, her passions for hospitality and creativity are exemplified. You can find Emily enjoying the outdoors, jammin' out to live music, or sipping on sour beers in RiNo in her free time.

Quote to live by: "YOLO – You Only Live Once" ~ Drake

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Everyone needs a few minutes a day to just wiggle! It is a vital component to living and enjoying life to the fullest.

Walter James III

Minister of Magic | Production Sous Chef

Chef Walter comes to Footer’s by the way of Raleigh, North Carolina where he went to culinary school and began his career in food. Born in New Orleans, Walter claims to have developed not only a passion for food but music as well.

Quote to live by: "Consistency breeds credibility."

Katie Valentine

Chef de Par-Tay

Katie's passion for cooking began in Grand Forks, ND when her and her mama Tracy would create breakfast from scratch on Sunday mornings. It wasn't until a surprise "chopped" dinner date, however, that she realized her need to express herself creatively in the kitchen. Katie is self-taught, soaking up knowledge from every chef she has had the pleasure of working with. Before moving to Denver, CO in 2017, Katie worked with Concert Kitchen out of Ohio and toured with artists such as Miranda Lambert, Maroon 5, and Justin Timberlake. Katie loves her wife, Alivia, for finding Footers and is eager to continue growing in a "MIBE" cultured company. Her quick wit and insatiable humor is what keeps patrons coming back for seconds!

Quote to live by: "You're gonna be happy," said life, "but first I'll make you strong."

Conner Black

Plate-up Practitioner | Culinary Logistics Chef

Conner graduated from The Culinary Institute of America at Greystone in 2018. After previously working for M Culinary Concepts in Phoenix, AZ, the Denver native made his way home and joined the Footers Family.

Quote to live by: "You take something with you and hopefully you leave something good behind." ~ Anthony Bourdain

Adria Kunkel

The Eventurer | Event Producer

Adria’s love for hospitality began at her high school job bussing tables in an upscale restaurant in Dubuque, IA. After completing a degree in Accounting at Iowa State University, Adria moved to Chicago to fine tune her skills working in tech with Fortune 500 clients. While she loved the food and excitement of the city, she couldn’t forget her dream of living in the mountains. After an incredible experience running social media for an artist on tour, Adria came back to her roots in hospitality and finally made the big move to Denver. Her passions for working with great people and serving others came to life with Footers. Exploring Denver and creating next level experiences for her clients is something that motivates her every day. Some of Adria’s additional passions include traveling, running, skiing, hiking, rock climbing and practicing yoga. She looks forward to growing her career with Footers in this industry.

Quote to live by: "And in the end, it is not the years in your life that count. It’s the life in your years" ~ Abraham Lincoln

Emily Sharp

Sage of Soirees| Hospitality Department Lead

Emily started on her culinary path with a waitressing job at a local pizza parlor in her hometown of Atlanta, Georgia. She then took a sharp left turn, attending Vanderbilt University for her undergrad and then the University of Georgia for a master’s in classical languages before teaching middle school Latin for seven years. Although she enjoyed this detour, she always found herself drawn to the way that thoughtfully curated food and parties could make people feel.

She joined the Footers family in early 2018 as a part-time chef and eventually the team’s passion and ingenuity led her to leave teaching behind entirely. She now directs her organizational and interpersonal skills towards engineering exceptional events for all of our clients. When not creating diagrams or helping out the on-site team, she can be found running around the city training for her next race with her dog.

Quote to live by: “If there’s no wind, take up your oars.” – Latin proverb

Ryan Rodgers

Staff Wrangler | Staffing Manager

Ryan grew up in the mountains of Colorado where he gained over a decade of hospitality experience ranging from busboy to management. He has worked in various locations such as ski resorts, luxury dude ranches, restaurants, and other banquet settings in the high country. Ryan moved to Denver in late 2022 and fell in love with the Footers mission, values and culture in early 2023, and has been a part of the Fam ever since! He oversees that all events are properly staffed, and the time of all employees is valued to ensure a great experience for not only our guests, but our employees as well! He loves a good conversation about sports (mainly hockey), nature and life in general. In his free time, you can find him running off to the hills to ski, bike, hunt, fish (not as much because of a water-obsessed lab named Weego) and hike with the dog and girlfriend.

Quote to live by: "Live in the sunshine, swim the sea, drink the wild air." ~ Ralph Waldo Emerson