Dean’s Council of Young Alumni
Rising Alumni Who Lead by Example
The Council of Young Alumni are graduates who lead by example—they are rising stars in their careers and dedicated to supporting Nolan students. These alumni are defining emerging areas in the hospitality industry, and play a prominent role in introducing exciting and innovative programming to our students. The dean of the Cornell Peter and Stephanie Nolan School of Hotel Administration works closely with the Council of Young Alumni. Members are appointed by and work directly with the dean to help shape the next generation of hospitality leaders by:
- Providing guidance and insight on current industry trends, innovations and opportunities to inform and incorporate into the School’s educational experience
- Working with students-leader as career mentors and advisors
- Fostering connections among fellow alumni, including encouraging the strong Hotelie culture of engagement
For more information contact the Office of Alumni Affairs shaalumniaffairs@cornell.edu
Council of Young Alumni members






Rohan Gopaldas ’02
Asset Manager, Prospect Hotels Advisors






Kirk Kelewae '08
Food & Beverage Consultant
Katherine Kies '11
Vice President of Food & Beverage, Americas, Four Seasons Hotel & Resorts


Kevin Mok ’14
Founder & CIO, Hidden Lake Asset Management



Juan Andres Ramirez '13
Senior Director, Asset Management - Latin America


Lindsay Schattenstein ’10
Event and Meeting Manager, NFL Players Association

Victor Tchou '06
Executive Director of Real Estate Investment and Asset ManagementJunson Asset Management


