The Culinary Institute of America

Food Matters

At The Culinary Institute of America, we believe that food matters. And your attendance here this evening and support of the college ensures that we can continue to educate the next generation of socially responsible industry leaders, who will go on to tackle such important food-related issues as:

Professional Excellence & Innovation
Health & Wellness
World Cuisines & Cultures
Sustainability & Food Ethics

“As never before, chefs are at the center of this incredible, interconnected food world. They are flavor experts, masters of technique, researchers of world food traditions, creative geniuses, and they are in the best position to make healthy foods craveable.”
– CIA President Dr. Tim Ryan ’77, EdD, CMC

Who Will Be There?

The CIA’s Annual Leadership Awards bring together hundreds of our industry’s most celebrated and influential professionals. As a sponsor of this event, you demonstrate your company’s philanthropy, commitment to educational excellence, and dedication to the CIA’s mission

“The CIA’s Leadership Awards is the premier industry event celebrating true culinary superstars that have left a lasting mark on American Cuisine. McCormick for Chefs is honored to be associated the the CIA and The Augies™, because culinary leaders shape our industry’s food and creativity and help drive McCormick’s Passion for Flavor, every day!”
– Ian Wesson, Director of Marketing, Food Away From Home, McCormick for Chefs