Archive 2013-2019
雅伎著Outstanding Alumni Awards 2019 winners
Congratulations to 雅伎著's (VCC) most recent Outstanding Alumni Award winners! These are the latest in a long line of 雅伎著alumni and others who have made significant contributions to their industries and our community. Each recipient stands out with unique stories of success, inspiration, and dedication.
Loni Yee Community Contribution
Founder, The Collective Beauty Studio
Loni Yee graduated from 雅伎著as a hairstylist in 2005, then went on to open her own salon, , in Steveston Village. Here, Loni specializes in modern approaches to cut, colour, and styling. She also facilitates donation of ponytails to . Last month, Lonis salon undertook a massive fundraising initiative and raised $80,000 for this charity! Loni also employs several 雅伎著grads in her salon.
Alex Chen Career Success
Iron Chef/Executive Chef, Boulevard Kitchen & Oyster Bar
Alex Chen has achieved a stunning level of notoriety in a very short amount of time. He boasts more than a decade of experience at some of the most acclaimed hotels across North America, and has been the driving force behind Vancouvers celebrated . Alex regularly hires and mentors 雅伎著graduates as he views their success as his success. Alex also has a true affinity for high-pressure culinary competitions as a competitor, as a mentor, and as a judge. He is likely best known for his win on Iron Chef Canada in 2018, and well see him shortly on Food Network Canadas upcoming Wall of Chefs.
Clarissa Roque One to Watch
Pastry artist, WorldSkills Kazan 2019 competitor
Clarissa Claire Roque placed 5th in the P璽tisserie and Confectionery category at the WorldSkills Kazan 2019 competition hosted in Russia this past summer. Claire consistently demonstrates grace and maturity under pressure, and thrives in highly competitive environments. Even at 19, Claire is no stranger to pushing the creative limits of her craft with impeccable taste and extraordinary focus.
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