RCA Regional Hubs

Regional Hubs strive to provide members with opportunities to connect and become engaged at a local level through networking events, educational seminars, philanthropy activities, and more.

 

 

RCA Regional Hubs were designed to best serve the areas where our members work, travel, and live. Whether you’re traveling for an industry conference or serving a new territory, Regional Hubs welcome you at any time, from anywhere.

Interesting in chairing a region or starting a new regional hub?

Let Us Know

Chicagoland
John Draz
jdraz26@comcast.net

Chicago, IL

Europe
Dimitris Lykomitros
Dimitris_Lykomitros@cargill.com

Asia
Chair Needed

Contact RCA Headquarters to get involved

Greater New York - Philadelphia
Jessica Goldstein
jessica@nu-spice.com

New York, NY

Greater Toronto
Adam Wright
adam.wright@solina.com

Toronto, ON

Metro Atlanta
Sheila Carpenter & Susan Edwards
SheilaJMC@msn.com
susan_V_edwards@hotmail.com

Atlanta, GA

Mid Atlantic
Stephanie Charns
rcamidatlantic@gmail.com

New England
Betsey McGravey & Carmella Neiswender
betsey.mcgravey@imcdus.com
cneiswender@kalsec.com

Boston, MA

Northern California
Sascha Weiss
sascha.h.weiss@gmail.com

San Francisco, CA

Northwest Arkansas
Steve Jenkins & Darryl Holiday
SJenkins5@nwacc.edu
darrylh@uark.edu

Springdale, AR

Ohio Valley
Christian Serrato
cserrato@palmerholland.com

Columbus, OH

Rocky Mountain
Colin Mills
colinmillscooks@gmail.com

Denver, CO

Seattle Proper
Chair Needed

Contact RCA Headquarters to get involved

Southern California
Chair Needed

Contact RCA Headquarters to get involved

Twin Cities
Mark Chura
MChura@burleyfoods.com

Minneapolis, MN

Texas
Adrienne Alisauski
adriennealisauski@gmail.com

Dallas, TX

Vancouver
Christine Farkas
christine@ihfc.ca

Vancouver, BC

Events

Rocky Mountain Region: Networking and Happy Hour
Oct 29, 2025 06:00 pm - 08:00 pm | Mountain
$0.00
Kalsec and Menu Matters: Trends and Tastings 2026
Nov 04, 2025 06:00 pm - 08:00 pm | Central
$65.00
Chicagoland RCA and IFT Sections Networking and Social Hour
Nov 05, 2025 05:30 pm - 07:30 pm | Central
$0.00
RCA Chicagoland: Month of Giving
Nov 14, 2025 02:45 pm - 05:00 pm | Central
$0.00
Brewing your path: The Power of Networking in Food R&D
Nov 18, 2025 05:00 pm - 06:00 pm | Central
$0.00
IMCD Savor the City: Boston (Hosted by IMCD)
Nov 21, 2025 10:00 am - 03:00 pm | Eastern
$30.00
RCA New York/Philadelphia: November Month of Giving Back
Nov 22, 2025 09:00 am - 11:00 am | Eastern
$20.00
Contact Now
Don’t see your hometown?

Not to worry. We are seeking volunteers in all areas to volunteer as Regional Chairs.


Interested in learning more?

Contact RCA Headquarters to get involved.

RCA Regions provide countless additional ways for members and industry professionals to get involved.

Bursting with ideas on creative, interactive learning, and networking opportunities?

Raise your hand to volunteer on a local Regional committee.

 

Looking for a way to increase your company's exposure with RCA members?

Sponsoring a Regional Event is an easy and viable option.

 

Looking to become a Certified Research Chef® (CRC) or Certified Culinary Scientist® (CCS)?

Earn continuing education credits for certification renewal purposes at educational Regional Events.