Jimmy Layer - Longtime GM of Birchwood Cafe and current Director of Food and Good Times for Wise Acre Eatery

Marshall is creative, detail oriented and experienced in all aspects of restaurant management and operation. We worked closely for almost a decade, thriving as restaurant professionals and leaders. He was Instrumental in raising sales by 350% and profits by much more. 

Alliya Lovestrand
Former Owner of The Ole Store
Northfield MN

I was lucky enough to work with Marshall early in my leadership career. I learned so much from him that sticks with me today. He is passionate, creative, and holds the bar high. He is a fierce advocate for every team member in the restaurant and committed to each persons development and growth.

Picnic

We opened Picnic without prior restaurant experience. In our first meeting with Marshall, he asked a wise question: “How do you figure out what you don’t know?” My response: “you surround yourself with very smart people”. Working with Marshall gave us the benefit of multiple decades of experience and a local resources to tackle problems quickly. He is thoughtful, sharp and anticipates the issues you haven’t thought of yet.

Steve Davidson - Founding Partner for D'Amico Catering and former Owner + CFO of Birchwood Cafe

I worked with Marshall Paulsen for seven years. He developed and executed the cleanest and best food program I have ever been associated with in my 50 years in the business. His wide ranging talents and experiences and his thirst for making things better, make him a valuable partner to any entity that is fortunate enough to work with him.