Our Northern Ohio Team
Cathy Greenwood
Sales Manager, Northern Ohio
Cell: 216-965-2761
"Joining Ritchie Marketing in early 2015, Cathy has worked in restaurants all through school as a server & bartender. She started her sales career in 1994 as the Midwest Account Manager for Harley-Davidson Dealer Systems. After twelve fun years she decided to leave the "Harley-Davidson & Technology way of life" behind and revisit where it all started; food service! She has spent the past eighteen years in Restaurant Management, Food Service Distribution Sales, and Food Service Brokerage.
She is a lifelong resident of North-East Ohio, currently residing in the snow Capitol! She enjoys spending time doing projects on her house, working out and most of all time spent with her family, watching her Children & Grandchildren all grow up too quickly!"
Heather Green
Account Executive
Cell: (330) 842-9815
Email: HGreen@ritchiemarketing.com
"Heather has worked in the Hospitality Industry since she was 15 years old. She has experience in just about every position FOH to the BOH while in operations. She is a Graduate of Kent State University she studied Hospitality Management. Heather joined the Ritchie Marketing Team 2025. Her passion for food and experience in the industry made a smooth transition into the food broker role. Now that I have four years as a food broker I am more confident in my ability to make great sales.
She has two young boys at home, they love being outside. Lots of bike rides and camping. She is from Stow Ohio and still live there today."
Rachel Clark
Non-Commercial Specialist
Cell: (419) 552-4715
Email: RClark@ritchiemarketing.com
"Rachel worked in food service distribution for 2 years before coming to work for Ritchie Marketing in 2024. She has a degree in Business Management and worked in fire & life safety for almost 30 years before finding her passion in food service. She enjoyed building relationships and finding solutions for healthcare and education customers during her time in the fire protection industry.
Rachel and her husband have one child and enjoy spending time with family, friends, and camping."
Chris Quinn
Account Executive
Cell: (330) 338-2285
Email: CQuinn@ritchiemarketing.com
Chris is a 30+ year veteran of foodservice. He started in the kitchen in high school at his sister’s pizza shop. In 1994, he joined a fantastic Italian restaurant group in the greater Cleveland area and became part owner at the early age of 24.
Chris has extensive distribution experience in both sales and most recently in sales support in culinary, where he spent his tenure developing deeper relationships with customers. Chris enjoys helping customers grow their business through products and techniques that support their growth plan.
Chris resides in Northeast Ohio with his wife and three red headed boys. In his leisure time, he enjoys weekend trips, watching his youngest play soccer and spending time with his family.
Jason Sotkovsky
Business Development Specialist
Cell: 440-622-4432
"30+ Years in the Foodservice Industry. A former Executive Chef, Restaurant owner and Caterer. Jason has been with Ritchie Marketing since 2017. Food has always been his passion, Jason is always happy to help his clients find the products they need while giving manufacturers the creative culinary channel they demand.
Jason works closely with the Gordon Food Service Team Allegheny Valley Division, out of the Cleveland Ohio Ritchie Marketing office, and is always looking to help his Foodservice partners solve their problems with the extensive line of manufacturers he represents at Ritchie Marketing.
Ted Wood
Account Executive
Cell: 419-367-6875
Email: TWood@ritchiemarketing.com
"Ted started in the foodservice industry in 1984 with culinary training. He has extensive experience selling operators directly: various seafood, cooked & raw protein items, desserts & appetizers, and various forms of pasta. From 2012-2018 he was the Director of Sales & Marketing for Mama Mucci’s Pasta."
Our Southern Ohio Team
Mike Kathman
Sales Manager, Southern Ohio & Kentucky
Cell: 513-675-1680
"I have been in the food brokerage business for over 20 years. I started as a sophomore in college at the University of Cincinnati. It was my Co-Op job and I have never left. I really enjoy taking products into an operator and showing how they can be utilized and improve their menu. I love taking our manufacturers products and developing menu ideas for customers.
My real joy in life is watching my children grow up and play sports. Whether it be watching my oldest playing volleyball, my son playing baseball, and every other sport imaginable, to my youngest cheering her heart. I still enjoy playing softball and volleyball whenever I have a free chance. I love to cheer on my University of Cincinnati Bearcats and all my local home teams."
Rob Conner
Account Executive
Cell: 614-557-0267
"Rob joined Ritchie Marketing in early 2020 and has been in the foodservice industry since 1984. He started his foodservice career at the distributor level and continued as a broker rep and has spent the past 20 plus years as a manufacture representative.
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He lives with his wife Rhonda in Columbus, Ohio and is a huge fan of The Ohio State University. Rob has been a longtime baseball and football coach in the community and believes that teamwork is the key to success in life. In his spare time he likes to ride his Harley Davidson and travel."
Tony Chrusniak
Business Development Specialist
Cell: 513-289-7184
"Tony joined the RMI team in May of 2012 as a graduate of Roanoke College in Salem, Virginia with a Bachelor of Business Administration Degree, Tony has spent over 39 years in the food service business as a Restaurant Owner/Operator, Manufacturer’s Sales Representative, District Sales Manager, Regional Sales Manager, and National Accounts Sales Manager.
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Tony has been happily married to Julia for over 30 years. He has two sons, Sean and Shane and has lived in Loveland, Ohio for 23 years. Tony is active in his church and also enjoys coaching and volunteering for his kids sports teams and enjoys playing golf."
Mark Weaver
Business Development Specialist
Address: 3201 Kingston Ave. Grove City, OH 43123
Cell: 614-570-6118
"Mark joined our team in 2014 and has now been in the broker business for 20+ years. Previously, Mark worked in the restaurant industry for 12 years with National Chains with both Front of the House and Back of the House experience. He graduated from the University of Rio Grande in Southeast OH and credits his jobs while in college with his chosen career path.
In his spare time, he is a huge Ohio State Buckeye fan, weekend golf warrior, attend muscle car shows , watching his nieces and nephews grow into young men and women, and a general fan of good people and good food!
Matthew Frommeyer
Account Executive
Cell: (859) 496-3115
"Matthew Frommeyer is a seasoned restaurateur with nearly two decades of experience in the food and hospitality industry. Throughout his career, he has developed a passion for showcasing diverse culinary experiences and creating memorable dining journeys for guests.
Beyond his professional pursuits, Matthew is a dedicated father and husband who values quality time with his family, often sharing his love of cooking and family with others. Matthew loves to travel and see new cultures and try all kinds of new foods. His blend of industry expertise, family devotion, and a genuine passion for food makes him a trusted guide both in the world of restaurants and business. "