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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

        Deb Wallstrom
        anc.retirement.chair@afaalaska.org

        View the ANC Committee List >>

        LAX

        Judy Rhoades
        lax.retirement.chair@afaalaska.org

        View the LAX Committee List >>

        PDX

        Ann LaRue
        pdx.retirement.chair@afaalaska.org

        View the PDX Committee List >>

        SAN

        Melanie Buker
        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

        Deb Wallstrom, 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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        May 13, 2026

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        Uniform Committee Meeting Recap – 2nd Quarter 2026

        May 12, 2026

        This message is for pre-merger Alaska Flight Attendants On Tuesday, May 5, our pre-merger Alaska AFA Uniform Committee Chairpersons met to discuss their ongoing work to represent Flight Attendants and push for improvements in the workplace. Representing you at the meeting were Kim Mazzolini (ANC), Dena Heath (SEA), Bob Moore (PDX), Slater Areno (SFO), Heather […]

        Crew Meal Survey Now Open

        May 12, 2026

        Crew meals are an important aspect of supporting the health and effectiveness of Flight Attendants. As part of ongoing efforts to enhance these provisions, the JNC is collecting feedback from Flight Attendants. Your participation in the Crew Meal Survey will directly influence future meal standards and help ensure that your needs and preferences are represented.

        Navigating Recovery: Understanding FADAP and Other Support Options

        May 11, 2026

        If you’ve ever questioned your relationship with drugs or alcohol, it’s important to know that you are not alone, and support is available. Flight Attendants have treatment options designed to address the unique realities of this career. Note: This video references FAAS (Flight Attendant Addiction Support), which is a program for pre-merger Alaska Flight Attendants. […]

        Go In-Depth with Our AFA EAP/Professional Standards Committee Chairpersons

        May 8, 2026

        As we wrap up the first week of EAP/Professional Standards Committee Focus Month, we’re excited to share an open conversation that takes you behind the scenes of our support network built for Flight Attendants. MEC Communications Committee Chairperson Brian Palmer recently sat down with pre-merger Alaska MEC EAP/Professional Standards Committee Chairperson Melanie Buker and Vice Chairperson Elizabeth Dillon to […]

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