Customer Testimonials

Our goal at Academy Events and Catering is to always exceed our customers' expectations, and we think the following customer quotes are proof of that. If you would like more customers referrals, please feel free to contact us.

Janet Gordy
Becky Elliott
Amy Wilson
Jan Wood
Lakeiya McNeal
Hank Schmitt
Lt. Colonel Gay M. McGillis
Kim and Lawrence Oakley
Tinette Barr
SouthTrust Bank
Susan Kennedy
Janice Capilouto Center for the Deaf Easter Seal
JaNell Thames
Teens Getting Involved for the Future


Janet Gordy

Mary Ann,

I do not even know where to begin to thank you for the wonderful job you did with Stephanie's wedding. Everything was just perfect from the flowers/decorations at the church to the gorgeous flowers and decorations at the reception. The presentation of the food was spectacular. We have had more compliments on the delicious food, and the cake was also wonderful. Of course, the most amazing thing to me was the fact that I just sat back and enjoyed every moment! You and your staff took care of every detail and I did not lift a finger! How wonderful to have one person to deal with, especially since that person was you! You made our special day perfect! Thank you, thank you, thank you!!!!!

Janet Gordy

PS And my sweet husband, who really had nothing much to do with anything until wedding day, cannot stop talking about how wonderful everything was!


Becky Elliott

October 14, 2007

Academy Events and Catering
203 Orline Street
Wetumpka, Alabama 36092

Re: Katie Stovall’s Wedding, October 6, 2007 Vaughn Park Church of Christ

Dear Mary Ann,

I want to thank you and your entire staff for making Katie’s wedding such a beautiful day. Your positive and professional attitude made what would be a very stressful time, a most wonderful experience. Katie and I appreciate the time you and Rick took at each meeting to make sure Katie would have the wedding of her dreams. I am so happy that I used your catering business to handle all the details of the wedding. Because you offer the “one-stop-shop” service, we were able to enjoy the day without worrying about a single detail.

I can’t begin to tell you how absolutely beautiful everything was. You exceeded my expectations with the decorations in both the sanctuary and reception areas, not to mention the quality of the food and service. The food was delicious and the cakes were divine. Everyone there made a special point to tell me how great everything was and a week later the compliments are still rolling in.

I highly recommend your catering business. You are such as asset to this area. I’m proud of the wedding you provided for Katie. Thank you for everything.


Sincerely,

Becky Elliott


Amy Wilson


Mary Ann,

I am so thankful we were able to commit to you and your company, because it was exactly what I wanted and envisioned. It is surely takes a huge load off of me to have everything taken care of and all in one place for our reception. I think you are running a wonderful business, and I thoroughly enjoyed meeting with you. Again, thank you so much for your wonderful "gift." I am truly excited about my wedding day now!!!

Sincerely,

Amy Wilson

Jan Wood

Mary Ann,

Thank you so much for the wonderful job you all did last evening. You did a superb job.

Jan Wood, Executive Director
Wetumpka Area Chamber of Commerce

Lakeiya McNeal

I just want to say thank you so much!!!! Everything turned out great!! Also, my cake (the bride) was so delicious. I could not wait to return from my honeymoon to eat the piece I stored in the refrigerator. Thanks once again, I will be recommending your service to other brides-to-be.

Lakeiya McNeal

Hank Schmitt

6/27

Just a note to say "thanks" on behalf of all the United Way staff and volunteers for the fabulous buffet you served last evening at the Wetumpka Civic Center. It most definitely was a hit.
Thank you for helping United Way do what matters in the River Region.

Hank Schmitt
River Region United Way

Lt. Colonel Gay M. McGillis

Dear Mr. Campbell:
I know our students and Winter Ball Committee have already thanked you, but I wanted to add my own formal thanks for your wonderful food, service, and decoration at our Air Command and Staff College Winter Ball on 08 Decemeber 2006.
The event was an overwhelming success largely due to your fantastic catering and willingness to meet our every need. The members of the Winter Ball Committee continue to rave about the outstanding support from your organization.
We appreciate your support and look forward to working with you in the future.

Sincerely,
Gay M. McGillis, LtCol, USAF

Kim and Lawrence Oakley

Mary Ann,
I just wanted to send you a note to tell you how incredible I think you and Academy Events are! We had a wonderful time Saturday night and the majority of the credit is due to you. When I originally called you and discussed the party, I said that I wanted this year to be a little special since it was Lawrence's 40th b'day. I can not even begin to tell you how happy and comfortable I was with the conversations with everyone at the Academy in preparing for the night. You went above and beyond and I will forever be grateful for that!!! Everyone at the party really thought the food was great. They could not say enough nice things and I was sooooo excited to know that the enthusiasm that you had in the weeks before the party had carried on throughout the night of the party. We have really grown to depend on you. The previous years that we have used you have also been absolutely perfect as well. I just wanted to extend a special thank you for all you do, and if I can ever be of any help to you in helping you grow your business please know that I would be very happy to do anything. We are looking forward to the first Saturday in December, 2007, and I know that you will be there for me as usual. We love you and wish you and your staff and extended families a very happy holiday season.

Kim and Lawrence Oakley

Tinette Barr

Rick,
How can I find the words to express my appreciation for all your efforts to make Sallie's wedding so beautiful. The flowers were the most incredible I have ever seen. You would not believe the people who have complimented us on the flowers. The cakes were delicious and you fulfilled Sallie's dream wedding cake. With just a picture from the internet, you were able to recreate the cake. The food was delicious and wonderfully presented. Speaking as a Mom though, the very best part was to be able to walk in the back door at Buena Vista and realize all I had to do was relax and enjoy the day. You took care of everything. Thank you so much.

Tinette Barr

Southtrust Bank

SouthTrust Bank has used Mary Ann Campbell and the staff of Academy Events & Catering extensively. We are always proud of everything we arrange with them. Mary Ann and her staff of Academy Events & Catering are great people, such hospitality could only be found in the South.

When I first started doing Silver Service Coordinating I was apprehensive about who would do the special events, now I don't have to worry about it. I always use the Academy Events & Catering for special events. I continuously get asked questions about who prepares our affairs for us. I have never been embarrassed to tell people the name of Academy Events & Catering, Mary Ann Campbell and Rob Cawley

Rob is also outstanding to work with. When they have engagements at coinciding times, I don't think twice about who will be serving because I know both events will be taken care of in a manner in which we can be proud. Either Mary Ann or Rob are very capable of both events.

Glynis R. Ward
Service Service Coordinator
SouthTrust Bank


Susan Kennedy

To all Of my friends at Academy Events and Catering,
Just wanted to let you know how happy I am to have found you! I had searched and searched for someone I could depend on and always trust to handle my various catering events and I found a home almost 3 years ago - ACADEMY EVENTS AND CATERING!!!!!!! - Frm Christmas parties, luncheons, showers and teas, graduation parties, company get togethers, family dinners, bereavement food and social events at various locations - I have found my home!

Thank you for always doing such a wonderful job! The food is always wonderful and always a hit with my guests! It is so nice not to have to worry about anything! I know that I can always make one phone call or send one email and everything is handled no matter how large or small the even may be!

It is so wonderful to have you handle everything - selecting the menus, delivering the food to my home or wherever the event may be. Setting everything up (including getting my platters, etc.), serving the food and even cleaning up after the event or party. Everything is always perfect! It is so nice to be able to make that one phone call and everything is done! Thank you so much for making my life easier. Academy makes having a party fun and exciting!

Thank you,
Susan Kennedy


Janice Capilouto Center for the Deaf Easter Seal

Dear Academy Events,
On behalf of the JCCDES staff and Board of Directors, we would like to thank you for your generosity and support of our recent benefit concert with "Paul Revere and The Raiders". We're still getting rave review. Our evening was a hit and we are glad you were part of this success. We look forward to working with you in the future.

Sincerely,
J. Denise Murray,
Executive Director
Janice Capilouto Center for the Deaf Easter Seal


JaNell Thames

Thank you, Academy Events. We always enjoy your staff, you and Mary Ann. Thank you for making the event so special. Everyone enjoyed it and is still bragging on the roast beef. I'm sure we will be in touch again, hopefully soon.

JaNell Thames

Teens Getting Involved for the Future

Dear Mary Ann, Robert and Rick,
Our experience at Academy Events was exceptional. Thank you so much for your generosity toward the teens in the TGIF program. We all enjoyed the delicious food, the welcoming and beautiful atmosphere, and especially the friendly and gracious staff. The elegance of your facility and the porfessionalism of your staff make the students feel so special.

Thank you for creating a memory of a very special evening for some very special teens.

Sincerely,
Jane Allen,
Agent Assistant
Teens Getting Involved for the Future