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Restaurant Industry
The Recipe of Success® is the Restaurant Consultant of BNI Westport
BNI Westport Website
Members of Business Network International, Westport Chapter, commit to provide the best quality services in a fair, and ethical way. Our group is comprised of over 50 members, many of which are at the top of their fields. Our goal is to continue to provide superior and honest support for Fairfield County and all of its important businesses. If you have any needs or questions, please contact any of our members.
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The Recipe of Success® is the Restaurant Consultant of The New England Culinary Group
www.NewEnglandCulinaryGroup.com
NECG is comprised of a vast array of talented individuals who specialize in providing restaurants and hotels with the necessary products, services, and guidance to create, open, and operate a successful business. By providing restaurateurs and hoteliers with superlative service and the necessary tools to develop, enhance, and run their businesses, NECG grows stronger as a first class organization, maintaining a talent pool of only the most creative, talented, reliable, and experienced network of professionals.
Accounting
Richard Landino • 2490 Black Rock Turnpike, #160 Fairfield, CT 06825-2400 • (203) 400-6092
rlandinocpa@earthlink.net •
At BookKeeping Express (BKE), we know that one of the most important financial aspects of managing and operating a restaurant is setting up the proper system that will help you to maintain your bookkeeping records on an ongoing basis. We also understand that restaurant bookkeeping is different from other retail industries due to the complications of managing your various units of inventory.
Architecture

Leigh Overland • 235 Main St Ste 104, Danbury • (203) 794-9001
leigh@ldoverland.com • www.ldoverland.com
“While a great design will never save a bad meal, it can make a great culinary experience truly legendary.” Specializing in all different restaurant ambiances, providing architecture for everything from a kosher kitchen in New Jersey to a high end sushi restaurant in Stamford, CT.
NY Coffee Roaster / Distributor

Jason • 914.305.3595
Jason@waterfrontroasters.com • www.waterfrontroasters.com
At Waterfront Roasters we have over 28 years of sourcing and roasting experience. As the specialty division of one of the largest coffee roasters in the NY area, Empire Coffee Co. Inc., Waterfront Roasters is in a unique position to offer its clients superior quality, customer service and a variety of coffees that are unique while also being approachable. Waterfront also offers equipment, service, marketing POS and an extensive knowledge base in all things coffee. Contact us today and learn how we can help you make your coffee service something special.
Insurance
Sean Doyle • 50 Old Kings Highway North Darien, CT 06820 • (203) 655-9766
sdoyle@coagency.com • www.coagency.com
As we work with the restaurant industry we know the varied business concerns that exist. Concerns include keeping important key employees in place such as head chef’s or maître d’s, to ensuing the proper amount of protection is in place for a sole proprietor or a partnership. We pride ourselves on educating our clients to ensure they feel they are making conscience, deliberate, educated decisions they can feel good about.
Investment

Jenn Bond Huisking, Director Client Relations • (203) 226-0603
jhuisking@catmg.com • www.catmg.com
Catamount Wealth Management, a boutique investment advisory firm in Westport, partners with their clients on the management of their investment portfolios and planning for their financial futures. Our investment strategy is conservative and sensible geared to building our clients’ assets over time by compounding results. We protect first, then grow. Running a successful business is your full time job, building your wealth for the long term is ours.
Landscape Architecture

David W. Verespy, ASLA LEED AP BD+C, Principal • 55 Corporate Drive, Trumbull CT 06611 • (203) 226-0603
dverespy@rockspringdesign.com • www.rockspringdesign.com
Rock Spring Design Group, LLC is a full service Landscape Architecture and Site Planning firm. We work with commercial, residential and institutional clients to create complete innovative outdoor spaces for outdoor living that honor the land and enhance the human experience. We believe that creating outdoor dining experiences is an ideal way to expand a restaurant’s offerings and to create an ambiance that attracts customers.
Marketing

Robert Clark • Managing Principal • 1266 E. Main St. #700R, Stamford, CT 06902 • (203) 285-6643
robc@lucidpointe.com • www.LucidPointe.com
Emailed Newsletters and Social Media Marketing are essential to informing a clientele about changing menus and specials, and building a positive buzz around the dining experience. LucidPointe is a Constant Contact Solution Provider Partner and Authorized Local Expert helping restaurants and other businesses generate success with newsletters and social media.

Betsy Pollak • Owner
betsy@ourtowncrier.com • www.ourtowncrier.com
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Daren Marvin(203) 216-5247
dmarvin@stoptips.com • dmarvin@stoptips.com
Reach daily commuters on our dynamic digital television screens.
Daniel Verderame • (800)351-3112
dan@enhancemybrand.com• www.enhancemybrand.com
Web Design, Search Engine Optimization, Logos, And More.
Payroll

Jim Ferreira(203) 530-3512
jferreira@ovationpayroll.com • www.ovationpayroll.com
Ovation Payroll is a National, publically traded, full service payroll provided for small to medium sized companies. Our clients range from 1-2000 employees. We process payroll for more than 23,000 clients. We are a cloud based software solution with real time access to all your payroll data. Ovation is endorsed by the NY Restaurant Association as the provider of choice.
Plumbing

(800) 525-6295
contact@kaiser-battistone.com • www.kaiser-battistone.com
Kaiser Battistone specializes in grease tank pumping, grease trap cleaning, sewer and drain cleaning (both cable and high pressure water jet), video pipe inspection, and all types of plumbing from fixing leaks to complete kitchen installations. We also provide enzymes to help keep drains free flowing. And we’re well known for our ability to solve pesky drain related odor problems. We service all of Fairfield County and neighboring towns Westchester and New Haven counties.
Lily Stevenson • Property Damage Restoration • (203)-403-3724
lstevenson@pauldavis.com • www.PaulDavisCTNY.com
Paul Davis Restoration is a full service property restoration contractor that provides emergency services and reconstruction services to homeowners and property owners that have damage caused by water, fire, storm, mold, vehicle, and more by providing the emergency services, mitigation, and reconstruction.
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Purchasing

Ed Tatro • (203) 276-8972
etatro@outfoxsolutions.com • www.outfoxsolutions.com
Outfox is an online service provider with a real-time back office management system that helps restaurants become more profitable. Our system saves you time and money and automates your ordering and inventory process. It also provides useful reporting. Outfox is not a buying group and we don’t charge commissions.
Recruiting

Susan Catalano • Career Professional • (203) 571-8067
susan@hire-worthy.com • www.Hire-Worthy.com
HireWorthy offers restaurant professionals with the skills and tools to secure jobs faster. HireWorthy experts will revise your resume and LinkedIn profile so it rises to the top of electronic searches and gets you noticed by restaurant owners. We will instruct you on the best interview techniques that lead to job offers.
Video Production

Matthew Shea • Fairfield, CT 06824 • (203) 548-7058
Matt@MattofallMedia.com • www.MattofallMedia.com
In the restaurant business, the customer experience is critical. Much of that experience is a result of the restaurant’s atmosphere – a unique mixture of sights, sounds, mood, and style. Show off the best of your restaurant’s essence with a video that captures the atmosphere & excites viewers – turning website visitors into customers. Consultations are always free, delivering reasonable pricing for affordable productions.