Advisory Committee

Culinary Arts, Hospitality & Restaurant Management Division

The Culinary Arts, Hospitality & Restaurant Management Division Advisory Committee plays a key role in shaping UAA’s culinary and hospitality programming. Made up of business owners, alumni, industry professionals, and educators, the committee consults with division leadership to ensure training is relevant, excellent, and aligned with national accreditation standards.

Riza Brown, Riza+Brown Catering

Clayton Damm, Hotel Captain Cook

Bill Dugdale, Center Management Services*

Don Ellis, SYSCO Alaska

Philippe Janicka, Holland America-Princess Hotels and Lodges

Elizabeth Johnston, AVTEC

Maggie Kelly, Alaska Visitor Services

Michelle Smith, Snow City Café

Greg Spears, Anchorage Convention Centers

*Advisory Committee Chair