Annual Conference Planning Committee

RCA’s 2009 conference will take place March 5-8, 2009, in Dallas, Texas. Are you located nearby? Do you have connections in the Dallas area? RCA could use your help in planning conference events.

Co-Chair: Stephen A. Kalil
Co-Chair: Johh Folse

Education Committee

As one of the primary goals of the RCA, education plays a vital role in the future of Culinology®.  RCA is currently looking for interested individuals to help ensure the success of Culinology degree programs and continuing education courses.  Opportunities are available for qualified Culinology instructors to participate in RCA’s Continuing Education Workshops. 

Chair: Jeff Cousminer
Co-Chair: Michael Cheng
Co-Chair:  Robert Danhi
Continuing Education Subcommittee Co-Chair: Dolf De Rovira
Continuing Education Subcommittee Co-Chair: Chris Loss
Higher Education Subcommittee Co-Chair: Michael Cheng

Employment Network Commiteee

Members of this committee manage and oversee RCA's online Employment Network.
Chair:  Gary Freeman 

Executive Committee

This committee is comprised of the elected RCA president, vice president, secretary, and treasurer.

Chair: Stephen Kalil

Finance Committee

This committee reviews RCA finances with Headquarters on a periodic basis, and reports to the Board of Directors.

Chair: Harry Crane

Historical Archives Committee

This committee ensures that RCA's history is documented and preserved for the organization.

Co-Chair: 
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Marketing Committee

Are you a saavy marketer and a networking pro?  Then join the members of this committee who advise the marketing arm of RCA.

Chair:  Harry Crane
Co-Chair:  Janet Carver

Membership Committee

Help RCA grow!  Recruitment and retention are the main goals of this committee.  Committee members will assist with getting the word out about RCA and the benefits of membership to potential members, and will help ensure that current members are satisfied with their membership.

Chair: Bob Davis 

Nominations and Board Development Committee

Are you interested in the inner workings of the association process?  The NBDC oversees the nominations and elections process for RCA.

Co-Chair:  Marilyn Carlson
Co-Chair:  Robin Schempp

Public Relations and Communications Committee

Are you a RCA "networker" by nature?  If you are PR savvy, then this is the committee for you.

Chair: Steve Schimoler
Co-Chair: Dianna Fricke
Newsletter Subcommittee Chair: Catherine Proper
Newsletter Editor: Henry Cortez

Regional Activities Committee

Bursting with ideas on creative, interactive learning, and networking opportunities?  Volunteer for the Regional Activity Committee and make an impact on a local level.

Co-Chair: Kevin Anderson
Co-Chair:  Brian Yager
Key Contact Central Region: Chad Schafer
Key Contact Mid Atlantic Region: Toni Manning
Key Contact Midwest-Chicagoland: Anne Druschitz
Key Contact North Atlantic Region: Jerry Levine
Key Contact North Central Region: Kurt Stiles
Key Contact Pacific NW Region: Rachel Zemser
Key Contact Pacific SW Region: Jenny Rosoff
Key Contact Rocky Mt. Central: Gavin Estes
Key Contact South Central Region: Chris Ghozali
Key Contact South East Region: Marshall Scarborough
Key Contact Canada:  Randy Josephs

Sponsorship Committee

RCA’s Sponsorship Committee raises money to fund RCA programs and member services, and their continuous improvement.  Members of this committee will seek new sponsors and ensure current sponsors’ satisfaction.

Chair: Kurt Stiles
Co-Chair: John Gaston

Strategic Planning Committee

This committee oversees strategic planning for the association, and the Chair's role includes leading the Board of Directors in a planning meeting every two years.

Chair: Janet Carver

RCA Affiliated Corporations 

 

Research Chefs Certification Commission

Members of this independent commission are involved with the Certified Research Chef (CRC) and Certified Culinary Scientist (CCS) certification programs.

Chair: Allison Rittman
Board Liason: Charles Hayes

Research Chefs Foundation

This independent Foundation is managed by a board of directors who oversees the RCA's educational scholarship foundation.

President: Doug Martinides
Vice President:  Carl P. Borchgrevink
 

Questions?
Contact RCA Director of Administration Kena Sanders by email or at (678) 303-2957.