\nAt the YPG'\;s CEO Luncheons\, you'\;ll have the unique opportunity to personally network with successful\, local leaders with years of experience from various industries across Alaska. Hear about their journey to becoming an executive and take the opportunity to ask questions or for advice.
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Marilyn Romano has been in Alaska for 34 years\, and for close to 15 years\, has served as the Regional Vice President for Alaska Airlines. Marilyn shapes and executes the company&rsquo\;s strategic external relations\, corporate giving\, sales and community marketing\, and government affairs in Alaska\, in addition to interacting with over 2\,200 employees throughout the state.\n
\nCurrently\, Marilyn serves on the Rasmuson Foundation board\, the boards of Northrim Bank\, Covenant House Alaska\, Waterfall Foundation\, and the Governor&rsquo\;s Aviation Advisory Board. She is the president of the Alaska Airlines and Hawaiian Airlines Foundation.
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\nIn 2020\, Marilyn was recognized as a Woman of Achievement by the YWCA and in January 2026 received the Trautner Award for Philanthropic Service from Covenant House Alaska.
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\n \;In 2017\, Marilyn received her Executive MBA from the University of Washington. \;