Nine hospitality students recently had the opportunity to pitch their experience and showcase their portfolios to industry leaders at the 2014 Career Portfolio Competition. In addition to providing tangible proof of their abilities, the students were thrilled to get exposure to industry leaders and gain insight from the process.

This year, three students were recognized for their impressive portfolios. Each winner received a cash prize.

This year’s winners were:

First Place ($300)
Liudmila Katsiak
View Ludmila’s Portfolio
Second Place ($200)
Gedma Estrada
View Gedma’s Portfolio
Third Place ($100)
Felipe E. Cortez
View Felipe’s Portfolio