The Executive Committee oversees the operational and nominating functions of the Advisory Board. The committee will conduct all affairs of the Advisory Board as necessary between meetings, and will inform the full Advisory Board of its actions at the next meeting. The executive committee is made up of all officers – chairs, vice-chair, secretary, and committee chairs.

  • Committee Assignments: Steven Critchfield, Greg Estep, Alicia Morris, Karl Rich, Melissa Vidmar

The Strategic Initiatives & Development Committee offers support for AAEC’s strategic priorities and encourages alignment with the university’s strategic priorities. The committee provides strategic guidance on established priorities as determined by the department head, in alignment with the university's issues. The committee supports college/unit fundraising goals and strategies to ensure the case for support is based on current strategic priorities. The committee fosters a culture of philanthropic support and peer-to-peer engagement that will have a lasting impact on the college/unit specifically and the university generally.

  • Committee Assignments: J.T. Anderson, Meredith Adams, Steven Critchfield (Chair), Ewa Kleczyk, Annah Latane, Vania Pick, Karl Rich, Melissa Vidmar

The Marketing and Engagement Committee supports storytelling and raising awareness of the Advisory Board, CALS, and Virginia Tech. Their role is to act as a sounding board for marketing and communications strategies, provide feedback on these activities, and leverage AAEC communications efforts by sharing more broadly publications and announcements published by CALS/AAEC. The committee assists with efforts to foster a culture of involvement and participation among current students, alumni, friends, and donors by providing strategic guidance and support on college-based engagement efforts.

  • Committee Assignments: Anna Kate Bills, Alpha Diallo, Zach Jacobs, Alicia Morris (Chair), Brett Smith, Karl Rich, Melissa Vidmar