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        What Does This Committee Do?

        The Retirement Committee assists members with questions regarding retirement, 401(k) plans, and other investment vehicles that may become available and keep members up-to-date and educated about these programs.

        Download the Retirement Committee Member duties and responsibilities
        Specific Duties and Responsibilities
        • Act in an advisory role to the LEC Officers regarding retirement issues
        • Encourage full participation of the Flight Attendants in available retirement benefit plans. Assist Flight Attendants with plan enrollment as needed.
        • Answer questions about retirement, applicable procedures, contractual language, 401(k) plans, and other related topics
        • Monitor compliance of the retirement plan with contractual language and the federal law to the extent possible
        • Remain up-to-date on changes to the retirement plan, plan vendor, and applicable government regulations
        • Review material, handle correspondence, and keep Local Council Members well informed of current retirement developments through the Communications Committee and reports at Local Council meetings
        Why Would I Contact This Committee?

        The Retirement Committee is available to help you with:

        • Information about company retirement benefits including the 401(k) program
        • Questions about retirement procedures

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        Who Do I Contact?

        For assistance, contact any member of your Local Retirement Committee.  You can find a list of Committee Members on your Local Council Committees page.  For your convenience, a list of Committee Chairs and links to the Local Committee lists are below.

        ANC

        Contact LEC Officers

        View the ANC Committee List >>

        LAX

        Michelle Hess
        lax.retirement.chair@afaalaska.org

        View the LAX Committee List >>

        PDX

        Ann LaRue
        pdx.retirement.chair@afaalaska.org

        View the PDX Committee List >>

        SAN

        Stephen Couckuyt
        san.retirement.chair@afaalaska.org

        View the SAN Committee List >>

        SEA

        Kathy O’Malley
        sea.retirement.chair@afaalaska.org

        View the SEA Committee List >>

        SFO

        Julie Pearson
        sfo.retirement.chair@afaalaska.org

        View the SFO Committee List >>

        MEC

        Terry Taylor, MEC Chairperson
        retirement@afaalaska.org

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        Meet Our Pre-Merger Alaska Committee Chairpersons

        Posted: December 9, 2025

        This message is for pre-merger Alaska Flight Attendants We’re excited to introduce the next group of pre-merger Alaska MEC Committee Chairpersons for the upcoming MEC Officer term. They’ll begin transitioning into their roles over the next few weeks and officially start their terms on January 1, 2026. Below, you’ll find brief biographies that highlight their […]

        Pre-Merger Alaska MEC Committee Chairperson Election Results

        Posted: December 3, 2025

        This message is for pre-merger Alaska Flight Attendants During this week’s MEC Meeting, our MEC held interviews for the next group of pre-merger Alaska MEC Committee Chairperson positions to be elected for the upcoming MEC Officer term. We want to thank everyone who expressed interest in the available positions and their willingness to serve. After […]

        Pre-Merger Alaska MEC Committee Interviews—December 2025

        Posted: November 5, 2025

        This message is for pre-merger Alaska Flight Attendants In accordance with Article VI.C of the AFA Alaska MEC Policy and Procedure Manual, the terms of office for the MEC Committee Chairpersons and other MEC-level positions align with those of the MEC Officers. Since the current term for the MEC Officers will conclude on December 31, […]

        Next Week: Committee Meetings with Management

        Posted: December 2, 2021

        Several AFA committees will meet with management next week for regularly scheduled discussions of issues currently impacting Flight Attendants. Each AFA Local Council/base sends a representative to committee meetings to ensure that the voices of all Flight Attendants are heard. If you have concerns or items that you would like to see brought forward, please reach out to your respective Local Committee Chairperson prior to the meeting.

        AFA Update – July 13, 2020

        Posted: July 13, 2020

        In This Edition ACTION ALERT: Call Congress to Extend the CARES Act Payroll Support Program Vanguard Retirement Webinars Telephonic Support Groups for Flight Attendants Ground Commuting During Significant Weather Events  Temporary Requalification (RQ) Training Timeline Modification ACTION ALERT: Call Congress to Extend the CARES Act Payroll Support Program Government Affairs Committee We need to generate […]

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        Scheduling Committee Meeting Recap – December 2025

        December 22, 2025

        This message is for pre-merger Alaska Flight Attendants On Tuesday, December 16, our pre-merger Alaska AFA Scheduling Committee Chairpersons and Representatives met virtually to discuss their ongoing work to represent our Flight Attendants and push for improvements in our workplace. Representing you at the meeting were Heather Reier (ANC), Melinda Jorge (SEA), Melodie Anderes (PDX), […]

        Hawaiian Flight Attendant Seattle Domicile LOA Session #2 Virtual Roadshow Reminder

        December 17, 2025

        Hawaiian Airlines Flight Attendants are invited to join the SEA LOA Roadshow Session #2. Don’t miss this important webinar designed to keep you informed and connected.

        Reserve Committee Meeting Recap – 4th Quarter 2025

        December 15, 2025

        This message is for pre-merger Alaska Flight Attendants On Thursday, December 11, representatives from our AFA Local Reserve Committees met to discuss their ongoing work to advocate for Reserve Flight Attendants. Representing you at the meeting were Conner Gallager (SEA), Anthony Eskander (PDX), Meghan Casey (SFO), Kanako Yamada (LAX), and Rebecca Garcia (SAN). Also present […]

        Inflight Service Committee Meeting Recap – 4th Quarter 2025

        December 15, 2025

        On Thursday, December 4, our AFA Inflight Service Committee Chairpersons met to discuss their ongoing work in representing our Flight Attendants and advocating for improvements in our workplace. Representing you at the meeting were Naomi Parcell (ANC), Ross DeJong (SEA), Todd Horn (PDX), Raymond Ramirez (SFO), Johanna Thomas (LAX pmAS), and Andrew Malone (SAN). MEC […]

        Joint Contract Negotiations Session 10 – December 2025

        December 12, 2025

        The Joint Negotiating Committee (JNC) met with management this week to continue bargaining sessions in Seattle, WA. Discussions focused on narrowing issues in Leaves of Absence, Association General, and reviewing vacation provisions as part of the joint contract process.

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        • Inflight Service Committee Meeting Recap – 4th Quarter 2025
        • AFA News in Review – December 12, 2025
        • Joint Contract Negotiations Session 10 – December 2025
        • Human Rights & Equity Committee Meeting Recap – 4th Quarter 2025
        • Staying Balanced During The Holidays
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        • Meet Our Pre-Merger Alaska Committee Chairpersons
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