Alumni & Friends
Advisory Committees
Play a key role in shaping the Division’s programs. Membership consists of business
executives and owners, alumni, and other industry
professionals, to consult with program leadership to ensure the programs are relevant
and aligned with industry standards. Interested individuals are encouraged to self-nominate.
| Advisory Comittee Members | Place of Employment |
| Laile Fairbairn - Chair | Locally Grown Restaurants |
| Kellie Puff | UAA Culinary Arts |
| Philippe Janicka | Holland America-Princess Hotels and Lodges |
| Rick Peterson | Mt. McKinley Princess Wilderness Lodge |
| Nate Bentley | Alumni, Altura Bistro |
| Luke Peroni | Peroni Hospitality Consulting |
| Steve Halloran | Visit Anchorage-Retired |
| Jason Porter | US Foods |
Invest in Us!
Private support is essential for ongoing growth and development of the division’s programs. We are happy to work with you to fit your interests and abilities to program priorities creating maximum impact for the students.