Business Details
39 Years
experience
Your Trusted Partner for Catering & Event Solutions in Houston
Founded in 1987 by Elizabeth Swift, our company has grown from a small catering operation into Houston's premier full-service event production and party rental business. With over 30 years of experience, we specialize in creating authentic, memorable moments through luxury catering, wedding design, floral arrangements, and comprehensive event management. Our team of 55+ creative professionals combines culinary excellence with meticulous attention to detail, serving Texas' leading corporations, legendary hostesses, and discerning individuals.Recognized as the gold standard in party planning, we maintain a commitment to quality, service, and integrity while executing events ranging from intimate backyard gatherings to grand ballroom celebrations. Our dedication to personalized service and restaurant-quality cuisine has earned us a spotless reputation and the trust of clients across Texas and beyond.
Services
Catering Services
Event Planning
Wedding Design
Floral Arrangements
Party Rentals
Corporate Events
Destination Weddings
Event Decor
Catering Sales
Rental Coordination
Details
- Year established: 1987
Highlights and features
- We offer 35+ years of experience in luxury event planning and catering
- Our team includes certified professionals in catering, floral design, and event management
- We provide turnkey solutions for weddings, corporate events, and private parties
- Our in-house rental inventory ensures seamless coordination of all event elements
- We maintain a 98% client satisfaction rate through personalized service
Services
Catering Services
Our luxury catering services combine restaurant-quality cuisine with personalized event execution. We create custom menus for weddings, corporate events, and private parties, using fresh ingredients and innovative presentation. Our culinary team, led by experienced chefs, accommodates dietary preferences while maintaining exceptional flavor profiles. With decades of experience serving Houston's elite, we ensure every event features impeccable food presentation and service.
Event Planning
Full-service event planning covers every detail from concept to execution. Our certified planners coordinate venues, vendors, timelines, and logistics for seamless events. We specialize in corporate functions, social gatherings, and special celebrations, offering creative design and flawless implementation. Our 35-year industry experience ensures expert problem-solving and vendor management for events of any scale.
Wedding Design
Comprehensive wedding services include venue selection, floral arrangements, catering, and decor coordination. Our designers translate couples' visions into cohesive themes, managing timelines and vendor partnerships. We offer destination wedding planning and custom design elements, ensuring each celebration reflects the couple's unique style while maintaining budget control and stress-free execution.
Floral Arrangements
Our in-house florists create custom floral designs for weddings, corporate events, and special occasions. Services include bridal bouquets, centerpieces, ceremony arches, and sympathy arrangements. Using seasonal blooms and innovative design techniques, we craft floral elements that complement event themes while maintaining freshness and visual impact for both indoor and outdoor settings.
Party Rentals
Extensive rental inventory includes tables, chairs, linens, china, glassware, and specialty decor. Our rental specialists help clients select appropriate quantities and styles to match event themes. We offer delivery, setup, and breakdown services, maintaining inventory in pristine condition. The collection features both classic and contemporary pieces for events ranging from casual gatherings to black-tie affairs.
People
Elizabeth Swift
Founder
Founded Swift + in 1987 after working with the Republican National Committee. Combines culinary expertise with event planning excellence, creating a Houston-based catering empire serving four U.S. Presidents and major corporations.
Francisco Christian
Chief Financial Officer
CFO with 30+ years in events industry, previously partner at Southern California's largest catering company. Manages financial operations for 50,000+ events, balancing fiscal responsibility with creative execution while leading scuba diving adventures in free time.
Harold Kelly
Director of Sales
25-year events industry veteran with CPCE certification. Oversees sales team and client relationships, leveraging technology expertise to enhance event solutions. Combines creative vision with operational excellence to maintain Swift's market leadership position.
David Rodriguez
Director of Operations
Operations leader with supply chain expertise across multiple industries. Implements Six Sigma methodologies to ensure flawless event execution, managing logistics for events nationwide. Brings global perspective from operations experience in five countries and nine U.S. states.
Richard Huber
Chef De Cuisine
Culinary arts graduate with 15+ years in food industry. Leads catering kitchen operations, developing creative menus while maintaining quality control. Combines technical expertise with artistic presentation to deliver restaurant-quality cuisine at events.
Questions
What services does Swift + Company offer?
We provide full-service catering, event planning, floral design, party rentals, and wedding coordination throughout Houston and nationally.
How do I book an event with Swift + Company?
Contact our sales office via our website or phone to schedule a consultation with our event planners who will guide you through the process.
Do you handle destination weddings?
Yes, our experienced team plans weddings across Texas and throughout the United States with the same attention to detail as local events.
What rental inventory do you maintain?
We offer extensive rentals including tables, chairs, linens, china, glassware, lighting, and specialty decor items for events of all sizes.
Can you accommodate special dietary requirements?
Our culinary team creates customized menus to accommodate all dietary needs while maintaining exceptional flavor and presentation standards.
What areas do you serve?
Primarily serving Houston, Texas, we extend our services throughout Texas and nationally for weddings and corporate events.
Reviews (1)
Lindsey M.
Sep 04, 2014
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Attended an event last night that was catered by Swift + Company and it was amazing. The wait staff was attentive, professional and all around fantastic. The food was to die for. It was a Greek FEAST! Appetizers were flawless (canapes with olive tapenade and mozzarella, crab cakes, etc). The buffet of Greek food was fantastic -- eggplant, salad, the best tzatziki I have ever eaten, delicious grilled chicken, lamb meatballs stuffed with goat cheese.and the dessert! Turkish delight (like from the Chronicles of Narnia!), baklava, OMG. All around it was fantastic. The food, the presentation, every last detail was painstakingly executed. Very well done. I would recommend this caterer to anyone!
