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HTM Career Day 50th Anniversary Campaign
Career Day 50th Anniversary: Proud Past, Golden Future
In the dynamic landscape of the Hospitality & Tourism Management (HTM) department, success isn't just about academic prowess—it's about bridging the gap between education and industry. At the heart of this endeavor lies the HTM 50th Anniversary Career Day Campaign Committee, a powerhouse team dedicated to shaping the future of HTM professionals.
As ambassadors of opportunity, the committee orchestrates a symphony of connections, bringing together students and esteemed industry partners.
The HTM 50th Anniversary Career Day Campaign Committee:
Laurie Ziino Stroll '83, Co-Chair
Owner, NHI Hospitality Consulting
Fred Mitzner '86, Co-Chair
Senior Vice President, ConferenceDirect
Lyman Phillips '16, Co-Chair
Founder and CEO, Golden Lion Capital Investments
Jon Crellin '87
Managing Director, Hilton Boston Park Plaza
Brendon Duca '05
Director, Sales & Marketing Omni Boston Hotel at the Seaport
Sarah Eustis (parent of a current student)
Founder and CEO, Main Street Hospitality Group
Victoria Vega '88
Senior Vice President Operations, CCL Hospitality Group
Gwen Weisberg '80
John Koshivos '84
Vice President and Managing Director of Development SE Region, Hilton Worldwide
Todd Barry '88, MS
Owner, Moby Dick’s Restaurant
I believe the power of alumni engagement and support is key to the success of the HTM program. It is our time to give back and help to prepare students to ensure the next generation of leaders in the hospitality industry. Hospitality, travel, and tourism touch all our lives in a positive way and we need to show the world the endless possibilities for careers in this exciting industry.
Laurie Ziino Stroll '83, Co-Chair
Owner, NHI Hospitality Consulting
I have been fortunate to have much success in my career through the years. My donations are a way of giving back to UMass for setting the foundation that allowed me to excel in my career, for which I am eternally grateful.
Fred Mitzner '86, Co-Chair
Senior Vice President, ConferenceDirect
The UMass Hospitality & Tourism Management Department is one of the top programs in the country due to its phenomenal faculty and strong leadership board. I am excited to co-chair the 50th Career Day Campaign so I can give back to a program that has greatly accelerated my career growth and enabled me to build long-lasting professional and personal relationships. With our support, the program will continue to grow, and attract top students who will flourish and become future leaders.
Lyman Phillips '16, Co-Chair
Founder and CEO, Golden Lion Capital Investments
UMass HTM has been important to my career right out of the gate. From Career Day 1987 to now, I have continued to network with alums from a variety of hospitality firms. During my exciting career, some of my most rewarding experiences are from working with students via mentorship programs and internships and serving on the leadership board. I am pleased to give back to the department and school that has given me so much and encourage my colleagues to do so as well.
Jon Crellin '87
Managing Director, Hilton Boston Park Plaza
The University of Massachusetts, Amherst and HTM were pivotal in shaping my career and I still have fond memories and great friends from my time at Amherst. I want to support HTM in its 50th Career Day Anniversary Campaign to continue to give students the same opportunities I was given and to help support the future leaders of our industry.
Brendon Duca '05
Director, Sales & Marketing Omni Boston Hotel at the Seaport
I am proud to serve on the leadership board of HTM and on this committee, to support the future of this amazing program. Growing leaders in our industry with the right values, approaches, and capabilities is essential to our industry’s future. The experience my son Henry Eustis ‘25 is having is extraordinary and it is imperative that the program continues to grow.
Sarah Eustis P'25
Founder and CEO, Main Street Hospitality Group
My time at UMass provided me with a foundation for success in the hospitality industry and instilled in me a commitment to give back. Chairing Career Day my senior year strengthened my leadership and communication skills. It was a catalyst for students to forge connections, gain insights, and showcase their accomplishments. I take immense pride in the 50-year history of the largest student-run job fair that has enabled students to become more capable and influential leaders in their future careers.
Victoria Vega ‘88
Senior Vice President Operations, CCL Hospitality Group
Be a part of the #HTMPossibilities movement!
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