Redefining Catering

Every dish tells a story: inspired by our travels, rooted in our community, and fueled by a love of food that refuses to follow the “norm.”

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A Dream Rooted in Family & Flavor

Sweet & Savory Catering began with a simple idea: food should feel personal. From a young age, Melissa knew cooking was her way of bringing people together. Alongside her husband Shawn—her high school sweetheart—she spent years working in catering, learning the craft and the are it takes to create memorable experiences. 

Eventually, they stopped dreaming and decided to build something of their own. 

After careful planning, Shawn and Melissa chose Indianapolis as their home and opened the first Sweet & Savory Café. It became the foundation for what would grow into a full-scale catering company—one rooted in hard work, adaptability, and community support. 

What started as a leap of faith quickly turned into a business embraced by the city they now proudly call home. 

A Family Business Grown Together

Sweet & Savory is truly a family affair. Daughters, Shelby and Georgia, grew up in the business and now play key leadership roles—Shelby as Director of Operations and part-owner, and Georgia as Accounts Manager. Together, they continue to evolve the company while staying grounded in the values it was built on. 

Inspired by the World, Grounded in Comfort

Global travel influences the Sweet & Savory menu, blending bold international flavors with comforting Southern roots. From Brazil-inspired sauces to fresh ceviche and South American influences, each dish balances familiarity with something unexpected. 

At its core, Sweet & Savory exists to make gatherings easier, more meaningful, and more memorable. Shawn and Melissa believe great catering should reduce stress, save time, and connect people through thoughtful food and dependable service. 


Sweet & Savory Catering is more than a business—it's a legacy built on family, creativity, and care. What began as one dream continues to serve bold, intentional food to people who want more than just a meal. 

Meet The Team

Co-owner and Executive Chef Melissa Mudd leads our family-owned team with a simple mission—create unforgettable moments through flavor, hospitality, and innovation. 

Melissa Mudd
DIRECTOR OF SALES, OWNER
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Melissa Mudd is the co-founder of Sweet and Savory, a scratch kitchen that’s been a dream come true for her. With 20 years in the business, Melissa has built a reputation for creating delicious food with heart, while supporting local farms and small businesses. When she’s not in the kitchen, Melissa loves traveling, exploring new places, and diving into interior design—always looking for fresh inspiration. Above all, she’s a proud mom of two daughters, and her family is at the center of everything she does.
Shawn Mudd
CO-FOUNDER
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Shawn Mudd is the co-founder of Sweet and Savory, known for his innovative approach to both the culinary world and business. With a knack for creative problem-solving and a passion for pushing boundaries, Shawn plays a key role in shaping the direction of the company. Outside of the business, Shawn enjoys exploring new technologies, outdoor adventures, and spending time with his wife, Melissa, and their two daughters.
Shelby Wynne
DIRECTOR OF OPS, OWNER
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Shelby Wynne is the Director of Operations and co-owner of Sweet and Savory, where she plays a pivotal role in ensuring the smooth running of the business while staying true to the company’s values of quality and community. Growing up with the business, Shelby brings both passion and innovation to her work, helping the family’s vision thrive. Outside of the kitchen, she’s a dedicated registered nurse with a heart for helping others. When she’s not caring for patients or managing operations, Shelby loves spending time with her daughter, husband, and fur baby Beau!
Georgia Mudd
ACCOUNTS MANAGER
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Georgia Mudd is the Accounts Manager at Sweet and Savory, where she meticulously manages the financial side of the business. Her attention to detail and thoughtful approach ensure that everything runs smoothly behind the scenes. Outside of work, Georgia enjoys traveling, discovering new places, and spending time with friends. She also has a passion for dancing and finds peace in it whenever she can. Georgia brings a calm, steady presence to the team, with a sharp focus on getting things done right.
Amanda Satterthwaite
EVENT SPECIALIST
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Amanda Satterthwaite is an event specialist with two decades of experience in customer service, sales, and marketing. Known for her enthusiasm, initiative, and creativity, she handles the unexpected with flexibility and grace. Amanda’s commitment to "doing what I promise" and her genuine love for people have been integral to her success in building and maintaining long-term client relationships.
Stephanie Meza-Ayala
DIRECTOR OF STAFFING AND LOGISTICS
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Stephanie Meza-Ayala is the Staffing Coordinator at Sweet and Savory, known for her unwavering reliability and dedication to her work. Whether leading the team or supporting behind the scenes, Stephanie ensures that operations run smoothly and clients receive exceptional service. A true team player, she excels at fostering a positive, collaborative environment and is always available to support her colleagues and clients. Stephanie’s commitment to quality and client satisfaction makes her an essential member of the Sweet and Savory team.
Abigail Wuethrich
EVENT SPECIALIST
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Abigail has worked in the events industry since 2017, coordinating everything from sporting expos to weddings! After feeling hungry for something fresh, she landed at Sweet and Savory. Here, she works behind the scenes, ensuring an efficient and effective planning process for her clients. She enjoys creating a themed menu! When not at S&S, she loves to practice her culinary skills at home, and snuggle up with a good book and her family.
Trina Stupec
EVENT SPECIALIST
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Trina Stupec brings over 20 years of experience in the event industry, specializing in events ranging from intimate gatherings to large-scale conferences. She excels in customer service, multitasking, and ensuring seamless execution, while maintaining strong client relationships and precise event records. When she’s not working, Trina enjoys spending time with her kids.
Jade Voss
EVENT SPECIALIST
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Jade Voss has been a part of the Sweet and Savory team since 2022. Hospitality has been a special passion of hers since 2017. She thrives in helping wedding couples create memories, one plate at a time. Her attention to detail helps to make some of Sweet & Savory’s largest events go off without a hitch! Outside of catering, Jade enjoys designing thoughtful small events for friends and family, giving new creative life to vintage pieces and spending time in the sun with her husband and pup.
Alena Gezovich
OFFICE ADMINISTRATOR
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Alena has a strong passion for events, from weddings to sporting gatherings. She graduated from the University of Indiana with a degree in Business and Finance, which gives her a practical approach to managing the logistics of every event. Alena combines her love for events with her expertise to ensure everything runs smoothly.
Nia Parker-Robinson
CONTENT MANAGER
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Nia Parker-Robinson is a passionate content creator at Sweet and Savory Catering, where she blends her love for creativity with her enthusiasm for weddings. With an eye for detail and a knack for storytelling, Nia crafts engaging content that captures the essence of each unique event. Outside of work, she always loves to travel and is a passionate foodie, constantly seeking new culinary experiences
Allison Godinez
SOUS CHEF
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Allison Godinez is the Sous Chef of Sweet and Savory. She is a culinary graduate with a long history of a passion for catering and creating custom menus that perfectly fit a dream event! When Allison is not in the professional kitchen, she loves opening up her home kitchen to letting her two young daughters explore their culinary creativity, and teaching other young students at their school that anyone can cook!
Melissa Mudd
DIRECTOR OF SALES, OWNER
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Melissa Mudd is the co-founder of Sweet and Savory, a scratch kitchen that’s been a dream come true for her. With 20 years in the business, Melissa has built a reputation for creating delicious food with heart, while supporting local farms and small businesses. When she’s not in the kitchen, Melissa loves traveling, exploring new places, and diving into interior design—always looking for fresh inspiration. Above all, she’s a proud mom of two daughters, and her family is at the center of everything she does.
Shawn Mudd
CO-FOUNDER
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Shawn Mudd is the co-founder of Sweet and Savory, known for his innovative approach to both the culinary world and business. With a knack for creative problem-solving and a passion for pushing boundaries, Shawn plays a key role in shaping the direction of the company. Outside of the business, Shawn enjoys exploring new technologies, outdoor adventures, and spending time with his wife, Melissa, and their two daughters.
Shelby Wynne
DIRECTOR OF OPS, OWNER
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Shelby Mudd is the Director of Operations and co-owner of Sweet and Savory, where she plays a pivotal role in ensuring the smooth running of the business while staying true to the company’s values of quality and community. Growing up with the business, Shelby brings both passion and innovation to her work, helping the family’s vision thrive. Outside of the kitchen, she’s a dedicated registered nurse with a heart for helping others. When she’s not caring for patients or managing operations, Shelby loves spending time with her husband, Noah, and their playful fur baby, Beau.
Georgia Mudd
ACCOUNTS MANAGER
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Georgia Mudd is the Accounts Manager at Sweet and Savory, where she meticulously manages the financial side of the business. Her attention to detail and thoughtful approach ensure that everything runs smoothly behind the scenes. Outside of work, Georgia enjoys traveling, discovering new places, and spending time with friends. She also has a passion for dancing and finds peace in it whenever she can. Georgia brings a calm, steady presence to the team, with a sharp focus on getting things done right.
Stephanie Meza-Ayala
DIRECTOR OF STAFFING AND LOGISTICS
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Stephanie Meza-Ayala is the Staffing Coordinator at Sweet and Savory, known for her unwavering reliability and dedication to her work. Whether leading the team or supporting behind the scenes, Stephanie ensures that operations run smoothly and clients receive exceptional service. A true team player, she excels at fostering a positive, collaborative environment and is always available to support her colleagues and clients. Stephanie’s commitment to quality and client satisfaction makes her an essential member of the Sweet and Savory team.
Amanda Satterthwaite
EVENT SPECIALIST
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Amanda Satterthwaite is an event specialist with two decades of experience in customer service, sales, and marketing. Known for her enthusiasm, initiative, and creativity, she handles the unexpected with flexibility and grace. Amanda’s commitment to "doing what I promise" and her genuine love for people have been integral to her success in building and maintaining long-term client relationships.
Abigail Wuethrich
EVENT SPECIALIST
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Abigail has worked in the events industry since 2017, coordinating everything from sporting expos to weddings! After feeling hungry for something fresh, she landed at Sweet and Savory. Here, she works behind the scenes, ensuring an efficient and effective planning process for her clients. She enjoys creating a themed menu! When not at S&S, she loves to practice her culinary skills at home, and snuggle up with a good book and her family.
Jade Voss
EVENT SPECIALIST
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Jade Voss has been a part of the Sweet and Savory team since 2022. Hospitality has been a special passion of hers since 2017. She thrives in helping wedding couples create memories, one plate at a time. Her attention to detail helps to make some of Sweet & Savory’s largest events go off without a hitch! Outside of catering, Jade enjoys designing thoughtful small events for friends and family, giving new creative life to vintage pieces and spending time in the sun with her husband and pup.
Trina Stupec
EVENT SPECIALIST
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Trina Stupec brings over 20 years of experience in the event industry, specializing in events ranging from intimate gatherings to large-scale conferences. She excels in customer service, multitasking, and ensuring seamless execution, while maintaining strong client relationships and precise event records. When she’s not working, Trina enjoys spending time with her kids.
Alena Gezovich
OFFICE ADMINISTRATOR
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Alena has a strong passion for events, from weddings to sporting gatherings. She graduated from the University of Indiana with a degree in Business and Finance, which gives her a practical approach to managing the logistics of every event. Alena combines her love for events with her expertise to ensure everything runs smoothly.
Allison Godinez
SOUS CHEF
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Allison Godinez is the Sous Chef of Sweet and Savory. She is a culinary graduate with a long history of a passion for catering and creating custom menus that perfectly fit a dream event! When Allison is not in the professional kitchen, she loves opening up her home kitchen to letting her two young daughters explore their culinary creativity, and teaching other young students at their school that anyone can cook!
Nia Parker-Robinson
CONTENT MANAGER
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Nia Parker-Robinson is a passionate content creator at Sweet and Savory Catering, where she blends her love for creativity with her enthusiasm for weddings. With an eye for detail and a knack for storytelling, Nia crafts engaging content that captures the essence of each unique event. Outside of work, she always loves to travel and is a passionate foodie, constantly seeking new culinary experiences

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