Meet Gerald
A story of perseverance
Meet Kenzie: “Happy to be free”
“This transformed my life.”
From Insider Tours to Opening Doors, Marriott Supports Culinary Job Training Class 179
It’s hard to imagine a better place to learn and network than the global headquarters of Marriott International
Meet Jovan
“What makes me happy is to see the next person succeed.”
Alumni Spotlight: Meet Cortez
Success breeds success.
Alumni Spotlight: Meet Deon
“He put the work in. He came in with consistency. He came and committed.”
Alumni Spotlight: Meet Toney H.
From the Culinary Job Training classroom to the JW Marriott
A Graduation of Progress and Possibility
“I don’t see anything in the world right now, at this moment, that can distract me from progress.”
Alumni Spotlight: Meet Joseph
“It helped me so much. I just feel like if it helped me, it can help someone else.”
From Hawaii to the Hill: Chef Roy Yamaguchi Working Alongside DC Central Kitchen Students
“When you see people that are eager to learn, to try different things, I think it’s important for someone that’s been in the industry or a long time to give back.”