Meet the Administration
President
Michiel Bakker, the sixth president of the Culinary Institute of America (CIA), bringing more than three decades of global leadership and expertise in the food, hospitality, and services industry to the role.
Leadership Team
The Leadership Team includes leading experts in culinary education, student affairs, strategic planning, and alumni support. Like all administration at the Culinary Institute of America, the president and his staff are committed to your success as a CIA student and future food professional.
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CIA Board of Trustees
The Board of Trustees consists of industry leaders across all fields.
Accreditation and Approvals
The Middle States Commission on Higher Education is an institutional accrediting agency recognized by the U.S. Secretary of Education and the Council for Higher Education Accreditation.
Not-For-Profit College
The Culinary Institute of America is an independent, not-for-profit college.