HRTM Advisory Board

The Hospitality, Restaurant and Tourism Management (HRTM) program at the University of Nebraska–Lincoln is supported by an advisory board composed of 13 industry professionals. This board serves as a vital link, fostering ongoing collaboration and the exchange of ideas between faculty, staff, and students within the program. Each board member is carefully selected based on their expertise and dedication to advancing the success of the HRTM program and its students.

The key responsibilities of the HRTM Advisory Board include, but are not limited to:

  • Attending all board meetings
  • Staying informed about the program’s curriculum, services, and student activities
  • Assisting with funding decisions and allocations
  • Providing mentorship and creating opportunities for students

 


 

Ioan Baciu

Ioan Baciu

The Scarlet Hotel, Lincoln,
A Tribute Portfolio Hotel
General Manager

Ioan Baciu on LinkedIn

Lindsey Bolander

Lindsey Bolander

Visit Lincoln
Sales Development Manager


Lindsey Bolander on LinkedIn

Brooke Goedert

Brooke Goedert

Nebraska Innovation Campus
Culture and Operations Manager


 Brooke Goedert on LinkedIn

Phil Grimpo

Phil Grimpo

Inspirmedia Productions
Executive Director
 

Phil Grimpo on LinkedIn

Madison Johnson

Madison Johnson

HRTM Class of 2019
Visit Lincoln
Passport Program Coordinator

 

Madison Johnson on LinkedIn

Jenessa Keiser

Jenessa Keiser

Charon Shared Services | PSS Impact | Lincoln Surgical Hospital | Nebraska Surgery Center | Eye Surgical Associates |
Sutton Dermatology & Associates
Director of Human Resources 

Jenessa Keiser on LinkedIn

Sydney Long

Sydney Long

HRTM Class of 2021
One & Only Moonlight Basin
Manager of Marketing & Content

 

Sydney Long on LinkedIn

Rachel McConnell

Rachel McConnell

HRTM Class of 2011
BraveBe Child Advocacy Center
Special Events and Volunteer Coordinator

 

Rachel McConnell on LinkedIn

Thomas McKitterick

Tom McKitterick, CCM, CCE

Country Club of Lincoln
General Manager
 

Tom McKitterick on LinkedIn

Kelli Pilkington

Kelli Pilkington

Flagship Restaurant Group
Vice President of Marketing
 

Kelli Pilkington on LinkedIn

Andy Reetz

Andy Reetz, CCM

Champions Run Country Club
CEO/General Manager
 

Andy Reetz on LinkedIn

Shelly Richardson

Shelly Richardson

Event Design
Owner, Coordinator

Aaron Stitt

Aaron Stitt

HRTM Advisory Board Chair
Woodbury Corporation -Hotel Division
Area Manager

Aaron Stitt on LinkedIn