Rickey Copley-Spivey

Rickey Copley-Spivey is currently the Sales Director at HOGSALT MANAGEMENT INC.

Rickey has an extensive background in sales and marketing, with over 10 years of experience in the hospitality industry. Rickey started their career as a store associate at Banana Republic, before moving into the operations assistant role at SmithBucklin.

In 2011, Rickey took on the role of Director of Catering at Lettuce Entertain You Restaurants, where they oversaw catering operations for over 100 events per year. In 2018, Rickey transitioned into the Business Development Manager role at Lettuce Entertain You Restaurants, overseeing private dining and event sales for the company.

In 2019, Rickey left Lettuce Entertain You Restaurants to become the Director of Sales at Hogsalt. In this role, Rickey was responsible for leading the sales team and developing new business opportunities.

In 2020, Rickey left Hogsalt to join Tock as the Business Development Manager. In this role, Rickey was responsible for developing new business opportunities and expanding Tock's customer base.

In July 2020, Rickey returned to Hogsalt as the Sales Director. In this role, Rickey is responsible for leading the sales team and developing new business opportunities.

Rickey Copley-Spivey has a Bachelor of Science in Sociology, Music & Dance from Millikin University, a High School Diploma from Cathedral High School, and a Master of Science - MS in Hospitality & Tourism Management from Roosevelt University. Rickey also has certification from the Illinois Liquor Control Commission in BASSET and from the Universal Cheer Association as a Certified Mascot Performer. Finally, they have certification from the National Restaurant Association in ServSafe Food Protection Manager.

Rickey Copley-Spivey reports to Brendan Sodikoff, Founder & CEO. They are on a team with Alisa Roadcup - Philanthropy Consultant, Carmen Miron - Director of Finance, and Didier Elena - Executive Director of Food Quality & Culture.