The first in his family to go to college, Ritch Allison (BSBA ’89, MBA ’95), applied to only one school: Carolina. The former Domino’s CEO treasures his Carolina ties. He and his wife, Susan Allison (BA ’89), met as students and feel a duty to give back: “We believe in creating opportunities for young people without the means, connections or resources to achieve their potential.” They established scholarships and a mentorship program. Allison has shared his time and expertise by recruiting, sponsoring STAR projects and serving on UNC Kenan-Flagler board and UNC’s Board of Trustees. The Charlotte native’s deep connection to UNC and North Carolina is undeniable: “I happened to have lived in a state with a great university. I was lucky to be born in the right place.”
