Sustainability

What It Means to Be a Sustainable Caterer in Chicago

March 31, 2026 | Events, Paramount Events, Sustainability

 

Looking for a sustainable caterer in Chicago? Learn how Paramount Events approaches sustainable catering through local sourcing, food donation partnerships, composting, and thoughtful event planning.

 

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Sustainability in Action: Paramount Events’ 2025 Impact

January 7, 2026 | Paramount Events, Sustainability

 

Sustainability has always been part of how we operate, and in 2025, we deepened that commitment with measurable action. From donating over 2,500 meals through Copia to diverting nearly 300,000 pounds of waste with WasteNot, Paramount Events continued to reduce our environmental impact while delivering exceptional hospitality.

 

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Leading with Purpose: Jodi Fyfe Recognized for Sustainable Innovation in Hospitality

November 13, 2025 | Paramount Events, Sustainability

 

As Jodi Fyfe earns recognition from Crain’s Chicago Business and the Chicago Titan 100, discover how her commitment to sustainability and people-focused leadership is redefining hospitality through responsibility, resilience, and measurable environmental impact.

 

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Turning Events into Impact: How Paramount Events Champions Sustainable Catering

November 11, 2025 | Events, Paramount Events, Sustainability

 

Discover how Paramount Events transforms large-scale gatherings into opportunities for meaningful impact through food recovery and community support.

 

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Why Local Sourcing Is Key to Sustainable Events

April 3, 2025 | Sustainability

 

Green City Market is officially back outside, and at Paramount Events, we couldn’t be more excited! Sourcing local, seasonal ingredients isn’t just about flavor—it’s about sustainability, reducing our carbon footprint, and building a stronger Chicago food community.

 

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CBS2 CHICAGO AND JAMAICA PONDER JOIN CHEF DEVON QUINN AT OUR ON-SITE GREENHOUSE

May 18, 2024 | Paramount Events, Press, Sustainability

 

Jamaica Ponder and CBS2 joins Chef Devon Quinn at our on-site greenhouse to discuss year-round urban gardening and our commitment to sustainable sourcing

 

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Celebrating Earth Month

March 27, 2024 | Catering, Events, Sustainability

 

Paramount Events integrates sustainability into daily operations, fostering a year-round positive environmental impact through initiatives like composting and community engagement. Join our efforts to champion eco-friendly practices both in the workplace and beyond as we celebrate Earth Month together!

 

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2023 in Review: Setting the Table for 2024 and Beyond

January 19, 2024 | Catering, Events, Sustainability

 

In 2023, we had a dynamic calendar of events– From serving over 380,000 guests to kicking off sustainability initiatives.

 

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