Daniel Ruppenicker

Daniel Ruppenicker is an accomplished project manager and co-president of the Hospitality Management Association at Virginia Tech, where responsibilities include overseeing professional outreach and special events. As a board member of the Dean's Advisory Board of Students, Daniel continues to enhance leadership skills. Previous experiences include a media internship at Hilton focusing on global media strategy, and roles as banquet captain and worker at Water's Edge Resort & Spa. Daniel's earlier positions include food service at Dunkin' and multiple leadership roles at the Valley-Shore YMCA and Camp Hazen. Currently pursuing dual degrees in Marketing Management and Hospitality and Tourism Management at Virginia Tech, Daniel is expected to graduate in 2025.