KaTom Restaurant Supply, Inc.

Last fall, KaTom?was excited to partner with Taco Ranch, a new restaurant that?brings a unique concept to Pigeon Forge. KaTom's?Turner Whaley?helped first-time restaurant owners Nayan and Danil Patel ensure?all the equipment was delivered and installed on time to create the perfect setup for delicious tacos. Read the whole story here: https://lnkd.in/eZycSNqU

KaTom Restaurant Supply, Inc. founder, president and CEO Patricia Bible is receiving international recognition as a recipient of the Enterprising Women of the Year Award. The accolade honors female leaders of fast-growing operations who also work to support other women entrepreneurs and actively contribute to their communities. Bible won in the category of businesses with annual revenues of more than $100 million. “The recipients of the 2025 Enterprising Women of the Year Award represent an amazing group of women entrepreneurs from across the United States and globally,” said Monica Smiley, publisher and CEO of Enterprising Women magazine. “We could not be prouder to recognize their accomplishments as CEOs of fast-growth companies, community leaders, role models, and mentors to other women and girls.” KaTom is in its 16th consecutive year on Inc. magazine's list of the fastest-growing private companies in America and has earned a spot on the Women Presidents Organization annual list of the fastest-growing woman-owned companies 10 times. Bible has distinguished herself not only by leading KaTom in those successful years, but with her service and donations to organizations across East Tennessee and her work to support young people in business. That includes involvement with the University of Tennessee, Carson-Newman University and various industry groups championing the next generation of leadership and empowering women in the field. She is also a past member of the FEDA Board of Directors and a co-chair of FEDA’s Advocacy Council. “I was raised by some very strong women who taught me that life is what you make of it through hard work and service to others, and those lessons have guided my whole life,” Bible said. “I am honored to receive this award, and I share it with these women, including my mother, my grandmother and my dear mother-in-law. “This particular award means a lot to me because it's about supporting other women in their entrepreneurial journey, which is so important to me,” she continued. “It is amazing and humbling to me that the people at Enterprising Women believe my contributions in that area deserve this recognition.” Bible co-founded KaTom with her late husband, Tim, in their home garage in the mid-1980s, and she stepped into solo leadership of the company with Tim’s passing in 2001. Since then, KaTom's revenues have grown from just more than $4 million to $483.7 million in 2024, while its staff increased from fewer than 20 employees to more than 260 associates today. https://ow.ly/X0t250V5yRQ

Congratulations to Patricia Bible, Founder, President, and CEO of KaTom Restaurant Supply, Inc., on being named a 2025 Enterprising Women of the Year Award winner in the Over $100 Million in Annual Revenues category! Read more at www.enterprisingwomen.com #EnterprisingWomen #EWAwards2025 #KaTomRestaurantSupply

Did you know KaTom offers full-service Design + Build solutions for large-scale foodservice projects? From concept to completion, our expert team is available to help bring your vision to life—whether it's a restaurant, bar, hotel, or commercial kitchen. We offer tailored solutions, high-quality equipment, and seamless project management to make your dream a reality. If you're thinking of opening a business, KaTom is the partner you need to get started the right way! Use the link below to contact us today, and let's build something amazing together! https://lnkd.in/e57U37UW

We're excited to report that KaTom's?Michael Knoebel?helped?Conrad Hunter?open his sixth installment of?Foxcroft Wine Co.?this year. Read the full story of the new North Hills location in Raleigh, NC: https://lnkd.in/ehS2Vhkr

We are thrilled to announce that our esteemed CEO of?KaTom Restaurant Supply, Patricia Bible, has been honored with the?2025 Enterprising Women of the Year Award?in recognition of her outstanding leadership and entrepreneurial excellence. This prestigious award celebrates the world’s most accomplished women entrepreneurs, and receiving this distinction in the category of businesses exceeding?$100 million in annual revenue?is a testament to her vision, dedication, and impact in the industry. Her unwavering commitment to innovation, customer service, and fostering growth has positioned KaTom as a leader in the restaurant supply sector. This achievement reflects not only her leadership but also the hard work and dedication of the entire KaTom team.

We're excited to welcome two powerhouse leaders to the Afternoon CEO/Leadership Panel at Knoxville Summit 2025! ? Jim VanderSteeg – CEO of Covenant Health ? Patricia Bible – CEO & Founder of KaTom Restaurant Supply With decades of experience leading thriving, industry-leading companies, these two executives bring unmatched business acumen, resilience, and energy to the stage. Jim VanderSteeg has been instrumental in shaping Covenant Health into a nationally recognized healthcare network, while Patricia Bible turned KaTom into one of the fastest-growing kitchen equipment suppliers in the country, earning multiple industry and business excellence awards. Get ready for an inspiring conversation on business growth, leadership, and success from two visionaries who know what it takes to build and sustain greatness! Don't miss your chance to learn from the best - get your Early Access Tickets now! ??? ?? knoxvillesummit.com #KnoxvilleSummit #KnoxvilleSummit2025 #LeadershipPanel #CEOInsights #BusinessGrowth #LeadershipExcellence #SuccessStrategies #EntrepreneurMindset #ExecutiveLeadership #InspiringLeaders #FutureOfBusiness #LevelUp #LeadershipMatters #LearnFromTheBest #KaTom #CovenantHealth #KnoxvilleTN Covenant Health KaTom Restaurant Supply, Inc.

KaTom's caring associates are supporting the Hope for the Holidays Toy Drive, an initiative to bring joy to children and families in East Tennessee impacted by October's floods. In an effort coordinated by our KaTom Helping Hands Committee, our team filled several large boxes with new toys, games, and other items. The drive—led by WBIR-TV, Walmart, and the FBI KNOXVILLE CITIZENS ACADEMY ALUMNI ASSOCIATION—will culminate with volunteers distributing the donations to families with children in preschool to eighth grade in three local counties.

From introducing former White House advisor Karl Rove to leading a discussion on tax policy as co-chair of the FEDA Advocacy Council, KaTom Restaurant Supply CEO Patricia Bible was a dynamo as usual at the 2024 FEDA Annual Conference. The annual gathering of foodservice equipment leaders focused on "Anchoring the Industry's Ascent" and discussed how participants can work together for the good of the industry and the customers we serve.

Team KaTom is celebrating a remarkable accomplishment today: Sixteen straight years on?Inc. Magazine's list of the fastest-growing companies in America! We were amazed when we made it five years and astounded when we passed a decade on the list. We’re still trying to find an adjective big enough to describe our feeling about becoming one of the only companies to ever earn this recognition 16 consecutive years. Thank you to each and every one of the more than 250 members of Team KaTom! Your hard work, determination, and dedication to our mission of “creating legendary customer experiences” made this possible. We also want to thank all the customers who entrusted us to be part of their foodservice journey. If you’re looking for a national restaurant equipment and supplies dealer that provides personalized service, we hope you’ll give us a chance to earn your business and be part of your success!