Amy Hegarty has over 15 years experience designing commercial kitchens. Before joining FCS, she worked as a project manager and interior designer for KSA Interiors where she introduced the foodservice industry to its diverse corporate design portfolio. Prior to KSA, Amy served as designer and production director for nearly 13 years at a turn-key interior design and foodservice consulting company.

Amy is a professional member of the American Society of Interior Designers and served as Virginia Chapter president and on numerous committees for the organization. She is NCIDQ certified and a Certified Interior Designer in the State of Virginia. Amy successfully completed the requirements set by the National Restaurant Association Educational Foundation for theServSafe® Food Protection Manager Certification, which is recognized by the International Food Safety Council. She is a Certified Foodservice Professional (CFSP), a member of Foodservice Consultants Society International, and a LEED Green Associate. Amy volunteers for the Gluten Intolerance Group and is currently assisting with the development of The Gluten-Free Food Service Training and Management Training Program. She holds a Bachelor of Fine Arts in Interior Design from Virginia Commonwealth University.