Duce Raymond

Managing Partner

Duce Raymond is a leading authority on barbecue and culinary arts. As the son of Chef Larry Raymond and nephew of Dave Raymond, the creators of Sweet Baby Ray’s Barbecue Sauce, Duce has barbecue in his blood. He has worked with a multitude of prestigious events and venues from Chicago, such as the Taste of Chicago, Naperville Ribfest, and the Wrigley Field rooftops, to bring exceptional barbecue experiences to their audiences. With over 95 local and regional BBQ awards, Duce's expertise ensures his clients enjoy world-class barbecue results. 

With a bachelor’s degree in applied science of culinary arts and more than three decades of experience in the food service industry, Duce is widely regarded by culinary professionals. His educational journey at Kendall College Culinary School, combined with his extensive hands-on experience, has made him a celebrated figure in the barbecue community. His insights have been featured in major outlets like Entrepreneur Magazine, CBS, and NBC. As the Managing Partner and Director of Culinary for SBR Events Group—a collection of brands including Sweet Baby Ray's Catering & True Cuisine Catering—and the Founder of Duce’s Wild Competition BBQ sauces and rubs, Duce’s influence in the culinary world is profound.

As a dynamic educator and online personality, Duce gets millions of views a week while engaging with his audience of over 760,000 social media followers through his "BBQ Like a Boss" TikTok show, Duce Raymond Podcast and other digital content. His ability to fuse traditional smoked meats with international flavors has also been showcased at industry events like the NBBQA and CaterSource. Through his expertise, Duce helps barbecue enthusiasts and professionals alike to elevate their craft and achieve outstanding results.

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