Bay Area-based Caterer Featured in San Francisco Chronicle Article

Karen Bevels, an experienced caterer, shared her methods for keeping her business afloat during times of economic recession.

Hayward, CA (PRWEB) June 22, 2008 -- In times of economic recession, businesses start to reexamine their methods and their profits to make sure that they can survive the possible business slow-down. Bay Area-based caterer Karen Bevels was recently featured in an article in the San Francisco Chronicle; the article was about how small-business owners can survive an economic recession while still generating business. Bevels' answer was to change her menu to make it more affordable for her to make her food and, therefore, make it more affordable for consumers to buy it.

"People are looking for a low-cost alternative," said Bevels. "The recession forced this project to the forefront. … It's what people want now."

Bevels cut her costs in half by using less complicated recipes and a less experienced catering staff. Her solution seems to be working, according to the article, because she is now experiencing an increase in profits with the new and more affordable menu.

The article goes on to explain other ways in which small business owners can weather the recession, and this advice comes from a whole range of people, from other small-business owners - like Bevels - to CEOs and financial specialists.

For a direct link to the article including Karen Bevels Café and Catering, visit: http://www.sfgate.com/cgi-bin/article.cgi?f=/c/a/2008/03/22/BUSQVMKH3.DTL.
To learn more about Karen Bevels Café and Catering, go to: www.karenbevels.com.

About Karen Bevels Café and Catering:

Karen Bevels is an experienced caterer based out the Hayward, California area. Bevels works on all kinds of events, including: corporate events, private parties, weddings and special events. According to her Web site, Bevels also arranges the table decorations, flowers, lighting, valet parking, music, tenting and other aspects of event planning. Recently, she has reduced her catering services fees in order to better accommodate her clients. An example of her catering cuisine menu might include beef lasagna and apple crisp.

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