Committee Leaders

As a volunteer-driven organization, the Research Chefs Association relies on our committees to help move the association forward in a myriad of ways.

We are grateful to these members for their service as committee leaders for 2024-2025. Each committee has a unique and important role in guiding RCA into the future.

If you are interested in learning about RCA committees or volunteering your time to support your association, please let us know at info@culinology.org.

  
Membership Engagement Committee

Chair: Anna Cheely
Board Co-chair: Adam Howell

Conference Planning Committee

Chair: Mickey Miller
Board Co-chair: Mark Slutzky

RCA Certification Commission

Chair: Cian Leahy
Board Co-chair: Thomas Gervasi

Higher Education Committee

Chair: Jeff Crace
Board Co-chair: Anne Druschitz

Student Committee

Chair: Jon Chandler
Board Co-chair: Kyle Stuart

Nominations and Board Development Committee

Chair: Catherine Proper
Board Liaison: Nicole Linke

Culinology® Scholarship Foundation

President: TBD
Vice President: Matthew Burton

What Makes an Effective Volunteer Leader?

  • Commitment to participate actively in all scheduled meetings and conference calls
  • Dedication to furthering RCA’s goals and objectives
  • Wilingness to learn from others and share your great ideas
  • Exude a positive attitude and high degree of flexibility and respect
  • Understand the role of committees within RCA’s structure