The School of Hotel, Restaurant and Tourism Management Advisory Board helps provide advice, guidance and direction to HRTM's students and faculty regarding academic offerings, industry trends and information, and career opportunities. The board functions as a critical link between research and community partnerships and is responsible for making sure the school’s curriculum is relevant and of high quality. The members are comprised of industry leaders, experts and alumni. HRTM is honored to have them championing the school's efforts and advancing its mission so our students can receive an innovative and valuable learning experience.
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Andrea Belfanti | CEO | International Society of Hospitality Consultants | tag 1, tag2 |
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Eric Bischofberger, CCM | Assistant General Manager | Colleton River Club | |
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Fred "Three" E. Carpenter, III | General Manager / COO | Crow Valley Golf Club | |
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Nirjary Desai | Owner and CEO (Chief Experience Officer) | KIS(cubed) Events Boutique Firm Creating Lux Elevated Experiences |
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William "Bill" S. Dissen | Executive Chef and Owner | The Market Place Restaurant, Haymaker Restaurant, Billy D's Fried Chicken | |
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Passion Graham | Catering and Events Manager | Desert Mountain Club | |
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Thomas Harrison, III | Corporate Regional Director, Sales | Aimbridge / Interstate Hotels & Resorts | |
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Warren Jahn | HR Business Partner – Growth and Commercial Functions | IHG Hotels & Resorts | |
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Craig Locascio | Education and Sales Training Director | Breakthru Beverage | |
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Duane Parrish | Director | S.C. Department of Parks, Recreation, and Tourism | |
Dilip Patel | Managing Partner | Microtel Inn & Suites | ||
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Kunal Patel | Vice President of Operations | SREE Hotels | |
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Karen Riordan | President and CEO | Myrtle Beach Area of Commerce and CVB | |
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John Schellhase | Director, New Hotel Openings, Renovation and Transactions -Company Managed Hotels Americas' | InterContinental Hotels Group | |
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Bobby Williams | CEO | Lizard’s Thicket | |
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Matthew Williams | General Manager | Lizard’s Thicket |