What Marigold Catering does

Marigold Catering + Events is a privately held, full-service catering company headquartered in Cleveland, Ohio, founded in 1997 by Joan Rosenthal. The business delivers catering, event design, and venue management for weddings, corporate events, and social gatherings across Northeast Ohio, operating from a Cleveland headquarters at 3901 Lakeside Avenue and a second office in Cuyahoga Falls. It distinguishes itself in the source materials through a 27-year operating history, woman-owned and LGBTQIA-owned certifications, and a hybrid service model combining custom menu development, dedicated Sales Manager coordination per event, and a venue network that includes four owned properties (Tenk West Bank, Bellavie, RedSpace, and Majestic Hall) along with 30+ venue partner relationships.

The product surface spans three primary service lines — Wedding Catering (the largest segment by company description), Corporate Events Catering (including breakfast/lunch packages, meeting packages, drop-off catering, and to-go menus, each with a 10-person minimum), and Social Events Catering (birthdays, anniversaries, Bar Mitzvahs, graduations). Supporting capabilities include custom menu design using seasonal local ingredients, dietary accommodation (vegetarian, vegan, gluten-free), space design and decor, timeline and logistics planning, and a vetted vendor network. The company also generates ancillary revenue through venue rental at its four owned properties, which carry combined seated capacity for over 1,300 guests.

The business model is professional-services-based: revenue is generated through per-event catering fees tied to guest count, menu selection, and service level, plus venue rental. GTM is sales-led and event-driven, with demand generated through a SEO-optimized website, Instagram, Facebook, and direct inbound via phone, email, and contact form. Pricing is quote-based and not publicly disclosed, with bundled setup, service, and cleanup for corporate packages. Ownership transitioned in August 2024 to Icon Group Hospitality (Georges Aoun, Anthony Hamilton), a regional operator also controlling Danny Boy's Pizza and Hog Heaven Group; the company remains privately held with no disclosed funding rounds, institutional investors, or public financial filings.

Name

Marigold Catering

Legal name

Marigold Catering

Website

https://marigoldcatering.com

Company type

Private

Founded year

1997

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

11–50 employees

Short description

Marigold Catering + Events is a Cleveland-based full-service catering company serving weddings, corporate events, and social gatherings across Northeast Ohio since 1997, leveraging four owned venues and 30+ venue partnerships.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Event Catering Services

NAICS

Caterers (722320), Caterers (72232), Food Service Contractors (722310)

SIC

Retail-Eating & Drinking Places (5810)

akta.pro primary industry

Event Catering (Weddings, Social, Private Parties) (THAFAIAB)

akta.pro secondary industries

Wedding & Social Event Catering (THAHAKAE), Venue & Banquet Hall Catering (THAFAIAC)

Keywords

• Event catering services
• Wedding catering
• Corporate event catering
• Venue and event management
• Full-service catering

Headquarters

HQ city

Cleveland

HQ country

United States

HQ region

North America

Offices2 records

Markets served

GTM type

B2B and B2C

Offering type

Services

Cost components

Personnel, Supply Chain, Operations, Marketing or Sales, Infrastructure

Revenue model

1. Catering Services: Full-service catering for weddings, corporate events, and social gatherings. Revenue generated through per-event catering fees based on guest count, menu selection, and service level. Includes dedicated sales manager coordination, custom menu creation, space design, logistics planning, and vendor recommendations.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion3 records

Distribution channels5 records

Marketing channels3 records

Core offering

Marigold Catering provides full-service event catering for weddings, corporate events, and social gatherings across Northeast Ohio. Each engagement is supported by a dedicated Sales Manager and includes custom menu design, space design, timeline and logistics planning, vendor coordination, on-site setup, service, and cleanup. The company also operates four owned venues (Tenk West Bank, Bellavie, RedSpace, and Majestic Hall) and partners with 30+ venues throughout the region.

Product overview

Marigold Catering + Events operates as a catering and events business offering three core service lines: Corporate Events Catering, Wedding Catering, and Social Events Catering, supplemented by a Venue Catering service that partners with venues across Northeast Ohio. The company also operates four owned venues (Tenk West Bank, RedSpace, Bellavie, and Majestic Hall) and provides supporting features including Custom Menus, Space Design, Logistics Planning, and Vendor Network access. For corporate clients, they offer specialized sub-products including Corporate To-Go Menu options. The business serves events ranging from small intimate gatherings to large galas for hundreds of guests, with a dedicated Sales Manager assigned to each event for personalized service from start to finish.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Products and services

• Wedding Catering
• Corporate Events Catering
• Social Events Catering
• Corporate To-Go Menu
• Tenk West Bank Venue
• Bellavie Venue
• RedSpace Venue
• Majestic Hall Venue

Named customers4 records

Segments3 records

Ideal customer profiles3 records

Technology focussed No

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Partnerships

Six partnerships are on record, tiered core and minor.

• Icon Group HospitalitycoreOthers · 1 August 2024Icon Group Hospitality, headed by Georges Aoun and Anthony Hamilton, acquired Marigold Catering in August 2024. Icon Group owns and operates other legacy brands in Northeast Ohio including Danny Boy's Pizza and Hog Heaven Group. The group's core tenet is to renew rather than redo brands, maintaining the legacy and ethos of founders like Joan Rosenthal.
• Tenk West BankcoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerOwned and operated exclusive venue partner with 400 guest capacity. A versatile industrial venue with modern amenities, perfect for contemporary celebrations.
• BellaviecoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerOwned and operated exclusive venue partner with two spaces (200 and 500 capacity). An elegant venue combining classic charm with modern sophistication.
• RedSpacecoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerOwned and operated exclusive venue partner with 250 guest capacity. A vibrant contemporary venue featuring modern design elements and flexible event spaces.
• Danny Boy's PizzaminorOthersFellow Icon Group Hospitality brand in Northeast Ohio. Not a direct Marigold partnership but under same parent ownership.
• Hog Heaven GroupminorOthersFellow Icon Group Hospitality brand based in New Philadelphia. Not a direct Marigold partnership but under same parent ownership.

Scale indicators3 records

Recent moves6 records

Expansion highlights5 records

Direct peers

• Catering By Design: A full-service event caterer offering custom menus, staffing, and event coordination for weddings, corporate, and social events; comparable in service model and event-driven distribution.
• Cleveland Catering Company: A Cleveland-area event caterer specializing in weddings, corporate events, and private parties; overlaps directly with Marigold's core service lines and Northeast Ohio footprint.
• Windows Catering: A full-service off-premise and corporate catering company handling large-scale corporate, wedding, and social events; comparable in custom menus, staffed service, and venue partnerships.
• A Thyme to Cook: A Cleveland-based full-service catering company offering corporate, social, and wedding catering across Northeast Ohio with custom menus and event staffing; directly comparable in service scope and geography.
• Beaujon Catering: A regional full-service catering and events company serving weddings, corporate functions, and social gatherings in the Midwest with a comparable full-service model and venue partnerships.

Emerging players

• Fooda: A corporate catering platform connecting local restaurants to workplaces for individual and group meal programs; overlaps with Marigold's corporate drop-off and to-go menu offerings but is more tech-enabled and multi-vendor.

Others

• ezCater: An online corporate catering marketplace that connects businesses with local caterers; adjacent because many Northeast Ohio catering orders route through it, shaping competitive dynamics for Marigold's corporate segment.

Broad incumbents

• Cleveland Marriott Downtown at Key Center Catering: The in-house banquet and catering division of a major Cleveland hotel, offering event catering alongside lodging for weddings, corporate meetings, and galas; competes for the same regional event spend with broader hospitality capabilities.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat4 records

Key risks6 records

Key highlights7 records

Customer concentration

• Facebookfacebook.com/MarigoldCatering
• Instagraminstagram.com/marigoldcateringevents/?hl=en
• LinkedInlinkedin.com/company/marigold-catering

Revenue estimate

Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Profiles13 records

Funding overview

Funding rounds

Investors

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M&A

Investments

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