Meet the Competitors of the Green Catering Challenge.

Green Catering Challenge #1 Competitors

Kathy Kozminski - Vice President of Sales - Hinton + Grusich

Kathy has been Vice President of Sales since joining Hinton & Grusich in October of 1996. Kathy started working in the hotel industry while studying at Western Michigan University (in her hometown) of Kalamazoo, MI at the Hilton Inn. She was Sales Manager there, before being promoted to Associate Director of Sales at the Hilton Inn in Lansing, MI. Kathy then took the position of National Sales Manager for the Holiday Star Resort in Merrillville, IN, where in 1986, she was named Sales Manager of the Year. She finally came to Chicago in 1987 as National Account Manager for Wyndham Hotels and Resorts and thereafter was promoted to Director of National Sales. While with Wyndham, she earned distinction in 1998 as Sales Manager of the Year and National Sales Director of the Year in 1992. Kathy is an avid golfer, and likes to ski, go sky diving, shop and read in her spare time. She volunteers for the Special Olympics, and enjoys reaching out to people who might be searching for their niche in the hospitality industry.

Steve Green - President - Go Green Management

GO Green Management was created in early 2004 by Chicago native, Steve Green. Steve had a passion to partner with local Chicago companies and be their outside marketing and promotions firm. Steve was enjoying himself but he didn't feel like he was making a difference. While keeping his core passion of bringing brand awareness to local Chicago businesses, Steve has truly embraced being "Green."

Martha Olson - General Manager - Tablescapes

Martha is co-owner and General Manager of Tablescapes Party Rentals, a leading vendor in Chicago's special event industry. Tablescapes is celebrating it's 20th year of changing the look of Chicago's parties.

Gregg Lapin - American Osteopathic Association

Gregg Lapin is the Manager of Meetings at the American Osteopathic Association. He had a tremendous spirit during the challenge.

Karen Hansen - Owner - Enhans Events

ENHANS was founded on the premise that entertaining social experiences shared in business and life help foster a deeper connection between individuals, which can lead to enhanced communication and new dimensions in commitment, loyalty and trust.  We strive to be creative when it matters, and thoughtful in our approach, but most of all we endeavor to treat all of our clients with the personal attention and respect they deserve. ENHANS services include: sports hospitality, special occasions in business and is an award-winning producer of corporate family events.

Mary Kehoe - Special Events Manager - Nature Museum

Mary Kehoe is the Special Events Manager at The Notebaert Nature Museum. Mary believes that is important to listen and understand a client in order to have a successful event. Working in the events department has allowed Mary to meet and work with so many wonderful people. Aside from events, Mary is passionate about world travels and giving back to those in need.