Forte Belanger is the area’s leading special event design and catering firm. We’ve perfected the art of delivering remarkable events with precision service, inventive solutions and creative cuisine. We’ve built our reputation based on our rich heritage, forward-thinking culture and an entrepreneurial spirit that fuels our innovative approach to each and every gathering that we are invited to design.

Over nearly three decades, Forte Belanger has been invited to cater events for a roster of blue chip clients throughout the Midwest and the country including local, global and regional enterprises; respected event planners; major colleges and universities; cultural, healthcare and financial institutions; retailers and technology enterprises. For each client we serve, we strive to build a lasting relationship by delivering precision service, inventive solutions and creative cuisine.

What’s the special ingredient in every Forte Belanger event? It's our team and the quality of its collective experience in culinary innovation, creative design, logistical planning and remarkable service. Over the years, we’ve designed and produced thousands of events. And for each and every one, we’ve kept our core promise of delivering peace of mind and memorable brand impact for our clients. You can rest assured that from start to finish, we take care of everything, so that hosts and guests can focus on enjoying the moment.

Forte Belanger has been awarded the 2016 Achievement in Catering Excellence (ACE) Award from Catersource, the world's premier resource dedicated to the education and growth of catering and event professionals. Forte Belanger is also Michigan’s only member of Leading Caterers of America since 2013.

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John Forte

Fernando Melendez

Kara McGlashan

Alyssa Cronce

Kate Berris

Robert Thompson

The Operations team at Forte Belanger is responsible for ensuring the seamless execution of events from start to finish. This includes managing the logistics and planning of events, coordinating the movement and storage of event materials, and overseeing the timely setup and takedown at event venues. With roles such as Warehouse Manager, Logistics & Planning Coordinator, and Planning Administrator, the team works collaboratively to deliver precision service and peace of mind, allowing hosts and guests to fully enjoy the remarkable events crafted by Forte Belanger.

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Event Management Team

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Event Management Team