The Virginia Restaurant, Lodging, and Travel Association Foundation's (VRLTAF) Board of Directors is instrumental in furthering the aims of the Foundation and supporting hospitality education efforts across Virginia. Thank you to our board members. To become involved, contact Dr. Jai Girard.

Chair of the Board
Paul Cooper
Retro Hospitality
Term: 2023 - 2025

Stacey Dawkins
Wintergreen Resort

Caitlin McCabe
Piedmont Virginia CC

Brian Wells
The Hotel Roanoke

Paul Kirschbaum
1033 Consulting

John Shaffer
Luray Caverns

Sarah White
Lost Dog Cafe

Dane Macan
Sysco Hampton Roads

Eric Terry
VRLTA

Tamera Wilkins Harris
Richmond Region Tourism

Lincoln Marquis
Bridging Communities

Elizabeth Weller
Gold Key / PHR

Jim Wordsworth
J.R.'s Stockyards Inn