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5 Private & Group Dining Event Tips from Truluck’s Event Planners
What to Know Before Hosting an Event Key Takeaways Truluck’s event planners recommend five steps for a successful private event: start early, set a budget, rank priorities, confirm guests, and trust planner expertise. Every Truluck’s location has a dedicated Sales and Events Manager who handles the details so the host can enjoy the event. Private…
Purveyors of Amazing: Johnny Griesedieck
A Labor of Love in Naples, FL Some people fall into a life of hospitality. Others work their way up, step by step. For Johnny Griesedieck, growing up in and around the industry instilled in him a passion and work ethic that would propel him to the heights of Naples fine dining as General Manager…
Purveyors of Amazing: Anthony Ray
Leading by Example in Washington, D.C. Anthony Ray is the General Manager of Truluck’s Washington, D.C., where he is instrumental in creating exceptional experiences and unforgettable moments for guests. Under Anthony’s leadership, Truluck’s is continually raising the standard for fine dining in Washington, D.C. He reflects on his professional and personal journey, his leadership style,…
Purveyor of Amazing: Mickey Gonzalez
Leading of Life of Passion, Hospitality & Heart Sweet Memories and Early Inspiration As a child, Mickey spent his summers and holidays on the island of Culebra, off the coast of Puerto Rico, at his aunt and uncle’s hotel. The property included their seafood restaurant, which was an extension of their home, their culture, and…
Celebrating Women’s History Month with the Women of Truluck’s
Truluck’s women leaders share what it means to work at Truluck’s. At Truluck’s, every day is a reason to celebrate-especially in March, when we honor Women’s History Month. In the hospitality industry, women make up 50.9% of the workforce, according to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics. We appreciate the women of Truluck’s, whose dedication…
Purveyors of Amazing: Amber Scheer, CPCE
For 27 years, Amber Scheer has given guests an unforgettable dining experience at Truluck’s. New Leadership Chapter In 2026, Amber stepped into an exciting new role as Director of Sales & Events for Truluck’s Restaurant Group. She now leads, mentors, and develops the company’s Sales & Events Manager team across the brand. This promotion reflects…
Purveyors of Amazing: Chef Jonathan Abrevaya
A passion for fine dining and the finest seafood-served daily in Naples, FL At Truluck’s restaurants, our commitment to fine dining excellence begins long before a dish reaches the table. It starts with the people behind the scenes-whose passion, discipline, and heart shape every guest’s visit into a memorable experience. In our Purveyors of Amazing…
Meet Dave Mattern
Dave Mattern, Director of Beverage at Truluck’s Restaurant Group, brings 30 years of expertise in wine, spirits, cocktails, and beverage program development. His approach is rooted in a simple belief: the best beverage programs do more than impress guests – they make the entire dining experience feel more generous, personal, and memorable. Dave’s work guides…
Purveyors of Amazing: Blake Goldie
A Story of Leadership, Hospitality & Heart For Blake Goldie, a passion for hospitality is deeply rooted in his family and upbringing. The son of a chef, Blake recalls his mother preparing remarkable dishes inspired by Polish, Hungarian, Slovakian, and Romanian cuisine. These meals were rich in tradition and care, leaving a lasting impression and…
Purveyors of Amazing: Ryan Studt
Truluck’s The Woodlands General Manager Ryan talks leadership, service, and “making it happen” every day. For Ryan Studt, hospitality isn’t just a profession - it’s a calling. Long before he was leading high-performing restaurant teams, he was learning the art of genuine connection in his small hometown of Ute, Iowa. He still remembers walking into…