Show 698, September 26, 2026: Lisa Fontanesi, National Program Director, Culinary Careers Program (C-CAP)

Lisa Fontanesi of C-CAP Los Angeles

“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.

Show 676, April 25, 2026: Culinary Careers Program (C-CAP) with Los Angeles Program Director Ruby Propst

Andy Harris and Ruby Propst at Pizza City Fest LA 2026

The Culinary Careers Program (C-CAP) is the original charitable beneficiary of Pizza City Fest L.A.

“Founded in 1990 by culinary educator and cookbook author Richard Grossman, and in partnership with board Co chair Marcus Samuelsson, Culinary Careers Program 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 Ruby Propst, the Los Angeles Program Director.