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2025 Food Show Brings Record Engagement and Vendor Excitement

Guest Services, Inc.’s annual Food Show returned this year with record engagement and exceptionally positive feedback from vendors and employees alike. The event highlighted our company’s continued commitment to collaboration, innovation, and team development within our food and hospitality operations.

Reflecting on the event’s success, CEO Nico Foris shared his appreciation for the collaboration and partnership that make the annual Food Show possible.

“We are truly grateful for our great vendor partners who play such an important role in supporting all that we do to deliver quality products and the highest level of hospitality excellence to our clients. The Food Show serves as a wonderful opportunity to connect and engage with our culinarians, managers, and team members, fostering collaboration and innovation across all areas of our business. Together, we continue to grow as a team and strengthen our ability to uphold and advance Guest Services’ mission every day.”

This year’s Food Show welcomed ten new vendors and introduced exciting new features, including exclusive event-only pricing on smallwares and kitchen equipment, and raffle prizes for corporate employees and district managers. Prior to the event, a focused training session was held at the corporate office, setting the stage for stronger connections and more productive conversations between vendors and teams.

One of the standout moments came from a note shared by the Vice President of Acme Paper & Supply Co., who commended the event’s success:

“We felt it was the strongest show we have participated in with GSI in a long time, and your team’s presence and engagement with our manufacturer partners was a big part of that success. The energy and interest you shared with your group helped create meaningful conversations with our partners. We truly appreciate the opportunity to work together and are excited about the opportunities that can grow from yesterday’s efforts.”

For those unable to attend, the Procurement Press Issue #270 offers a full recap of the show, including a complete list of participating vendors, contact information, and product highlights featured at the event.

Special thanks to all who helped make this year’s Food Show such a success, especially to the Procurement team, participating vendors, and everyone who contributed to this dynamic and collaborative event.

Guest Services Welcomes The Whitehall of Naples and the Robert Rauschenberg Foundation to Its Luxury Portfolio

Introducing the New Additions

The Whitehall of Naples

Located in the highly sought-after Coquina Sands neighborhood, The Whitehall Condominiums is an intimate beachfront community consisting of only 16 exclusive residences. Each spacious home, averaging around 3,000 square feet, offers direct Gulf of Mexico views, private beach access, and luxurious amenities such as under-building parking, a heated pool and cabana area, and a beautifully renovated lobby. With highly valued units, The Whitehall represents the pinnacle of boutique coastal living in Naples. Its premier location and discerning ownership make it a natural fit within Guest Services’ growing portfolio of luxury properties.

The Robert Rauschenberg Foundation

The Robert Rauschenberg Foundation brings an entirely new dimension to the division’s portfolio. Established to preserve and advance the legacy of world-renowned artist Robert Rauschenberg, the Foundation is headquartered in New York City but rooted in Captiva Island, where Rauschenberg lived and worked for nearly 40 years. His expansive 22-acre compound, featuring 12 historic and contemporary structures, now hosts the internationally recognized Rauschenberg Residency, a program that welcomes artists from around the world to live, create, and collaborate in an environment shaped by art and nature.

The Captiva property embodies creativity and community, a unique operational challenge, and a statement of Guest Services’ versatility. “The Rauschenberg Foundation allows us to support a space where creativity, collaboration, and purpose come together, showcasing the adaptability and excellence that define Guest Services,” says Joana.

Aligning with Our Vision for Growth

“These new contracts align perfectly with our strategic goal of expanding and strengthening Guest Services’ presence in Florida’s luxury market,” Joana explains. “The addition of The Whitehall of Naples reinforces our expertise in managing boutique, service-driven communities that prioritize exclusivity and exceptional resident experiences. Meanwhile, our partnership with the Robert Rauschenberg Foundation broadens our reach into the arts and nonprofit arena, reflecting our versatility and ability to support diverse operational environments.”

What Sets Our Team Apart

Behind each new partnership is a team whose approach is defined by precision, care, and collaboration. “These partnerships highlight what truly sets our team apart: our personalized, hands-on approach, strong service culture, and ability to adapt to each client’s unique needs,” Joana notes. “Our reputation for operational excellence, attention to detail, and collaborative mindset made Guest Services the natural choice for both The Whitehall of Naples and the Rauschenberg Foundation.”

Looking Ahead

As the division continues to grow, Joana remains focused on strengthening relationships with both new and long-standing clients. “I’m looking forward to building strong relationships with both ownership groups and discovering the unique character each property brings to our portfolio,” she says. “At The Whitehall of Naples, we’ll have the opportunity to elevate the resident experience within a highly exclusive, service-driven community, while the Rauschenberg Foundation allows us to help preserve an inspiring legacy through exceptional property management.”

In addition to these two new partnerships, the division also successfully renewed seven existing contracts this year, an achievement that speaks to the continued trust and satisfaction of their clients.

Congratulations to Joana and the entire Condominium and Property Management Team for another year of remarkable growth and innovation.