As the thought leader for the food world, the CIA develops and delivers vital initiatives through strong partnerships with education and industry leaders such as Harvard, Stanford, MIT, Marriott, Compass Group, and Hestan. CIA-led conferences, invitational retreats, collaboratives, annual reports, and digital media help foodservice professionals guide the next wave of change crucial to the industry. Many leading companies and organizations—Google, PepsiCo, and Unilever to name just a few—turn to CIA Consulting for business solutions and custom continuing education programs for food professionals. And the college’s exclusive, supportive network of 50,000+ alumni leads every segment of the food world and often looks to hire fellow grads.

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The Culinary Institute of America

Tim Ryan

Bill Reidy

Michael B. Sperling

Mark Erickson

Maria Krupin

Rick Tietjen

Dan Vinh

Kathleen M. Merget

Rachel Birchwood

Susan Cussen

The Strategic Initiatives Team at The Culinary Institute of America focuses on developing innovative programs and partnerships that drive advancement in the food industry. By collaborating with educational and industry leaders, the team creates impactful initiatives, organizes influential conferences, and provides tailored consulting services to address the evolving needs of foodservice professionals. Their efforts ensure that CIA remains at the forefront of culinary education and industry development, shaping the future of food through strategic leadership and collaboration.

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