In a 28-year tradition, the South Florida chapter of the Hospitality Sales & Marketing Association International (HSMAI) welcomed South Florida tourism industry members for its annual Gala and auction, this year benefiting hospitality student scholarships.
A highlight of the event, held at Hyatt Regency Pier Sixty-Six, was the presentation of the
2011 “Hospitality Legend of the Year” Award to Mike Hampton, Dean of the School of Hospitality & Tourism Management at Florida International University.
Dr. Hampton was appointed Dean at FIU in January 2011. He previously was the Dean of the College of Hospitality Management for Lynn University from 2005 to 2011. With over 20 years of direct experience in the hospitality industry, he has served as a professional speaker, trainer and educator. He founded HSA International, a global training and education management organization specializing in the hospitality industry in 1986. Through his experience and educational pursuits he has become recognized as an expert in human resources development, strategic planning and sales development.
Dr. Hampton holds a Bachelor of Science degree in business management from Florida State University; a Master of Science degree in hospitality management, and an Educational Doctorate (Ed.D.) degree in adult education and human resources development from Florida International University. He has also received the designation of Certified Hospitality Educator (CHE) as granted by the Educational Institute of the American Hotel & Lodging Association.
Dr. Hampton has been active in industry associations, including the American Resort Development Association; the American Society for Training and Development; the Council of Hotel and Restaurant Trainers, where he has served as president and a member of the association’s Board of Directors; the American Hotel & Lodging Association; the Hotel Electronic Distribution Network Association; and the Hospitality Sales & Marketing Association International (HSMAI). He has also been involved in the Institute of Food Technologists and the American Statistical Association.
The Chapter’s “Hospitality Legend of the Year” Award is given for outstanding contributions to the local tourism/hospitality industry.
Other awards presented:
General Manager of the Year: Heiko Dobrikow, Riverside Hotel
Sales & Marketing Professional of the Year: Mari Garcia, Hilton Worldwide
Revenue Manager of the Year: Denease Butt, Riverside Hotel
HSMAI South Florida Rising Star on the Board: Alicia McCrae, SpringHill Suites Boca Raton
HSMAI South Florida Lifetime Achievement on the Board: Stacie Faulds, Greater Fort Lauderdale Convention & Visitors Bureau.
Congratulations and Best wishes to all!
Best, Julie Wernick, HSMAInsider.
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