Chef Mark Mattern, MBA, CEC

Faculty, Students and Staff; It is with a heartfelt tone that I write this note. The past 4 years of my experience at the Art Institute of Jacksonville has been a journey. I have spoken at each orientation and to so many of you personally over the past four years about the journey you are embarking on when you began your educational experience. At this time, I am reminded that I have traveled that journey with you. It brings a smile to my face. I am proud of what we have accomplished and what you will continue to achieve. My memories are fond and extensive of the many milestones we have shared together. I personally feel that I have shared part of my soul with you, through the history, culture and science of food that we live here on campus and in our community through events. We have cooked together, talked together, ate together, met challenges together, and have always learned along the way. Our faculty are the best! I have been so very proud to serve them- and serve you! Leadersh...