Lisa Fontanesi, National Program Director, Culinary Careers Program (C-CAP)
“Founded in 1990 by culinary educator and cookbook author Richard Grossman, and in partnership with board Co-chair Marcus Samuelsson, Culinary Careers Program (the benefiting charity for Manhattan Beach Food & Wine) is a national workforce development nonprofit dedicated to training and supporting the next generation of food and hospitality leaders.” “C-CAP serves communities across Arizona, Baltimore, Chicago, Houston, Los Angeles, Miami, New York City, Long Island, Philadelphia, Washington D.C. and Maryland. Their unparalleled network of industry contacts includes renowned chefs, hospitality leaders, restaurants, and hotels.” “C-CAP’s methodology works, and to date has uplifted close to 400,000 students and awarded $73 million in college scholarships. Many of their alumni are enjoying successful careers at award-winning restaurants and 5-star hotels around the globe.” Representing C-CAP today is Lisa Fontanesi, the National Program Director.
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