Ted Grady -- Co-Owner & Event Designer
Ted joined J&L Catering in 1995 and was hired originally as a waiter for a corporate account within the company. Quickly moving up the ranks, he settled in to full-time event planning for the company, where he has remained working with our social, corporate and private clients for over 10 years. Ted has designed events for clients around the country, but particularly loves working in Chicago. Ted works with clients on everything from intimate dinners, to weddings to major galas in some of Chicago’s most celebrated venues.
Ted purchased the company in 2001 with his business partner and executive chef, Kevin Kelly. Along with the responsibilities of running a successful business with over one hundred-thirty employees, Ted is very active in Chicago’s fundraising community. Ted is very proud and excited to continue J&L’s long tradition of giving back to the Chicago community and serves as a director on several performing arts and human service organization boards. His personable style and dedication to his clients has helped Ted build an extensive list of long-term, loyal clients and the respect of his industry colleagues.
Specializes in events at:
- Catalyst Ranch
- Dave Jordano Studios
- Millennium Park
- Museum of Contemporary Art Warehouse
- Peggy Notebaert Nature Museum
- Woman’s Club of Evanston
Contact: tedgrady@jandlcatering.com
