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Evaluating The Alignment Of Academic Research And Industry Leadership Best Practices, Thomas A. Maier Nov 2011

Evaluating The Alignment Of Academic Research And Industry Leadership Best Practices, Thomas A. Maier

Thomas A. Maier

This hospitality leadership research analysis was conducted in order to assess the alignment of academic research and industry leadership best practices. Gaps were identified and implications for professional practice discussed.


Hospitality Leadership, Dissatisfaction And Intent To Leave Among Multigenerational Groupings, Thomas A. Maier Jan 2011

Hospitality Leadership, Dissatisfaction And Intent To Leave Among Multigenerational Groupings, Thomas A. Maier

Thomas A. Maier

This study examines generational similarities and differences in terms of; perceptions hospitality employees have of leadership, dissatisfaction and intent to leave within their organization.


Hospitality Academic Leadership Pedagogy:Experiential Learning Methodology, Thomas A. Maier Dec 2010

Hospitality Academic Leadership Pedagogy:Experiential Learning Methodology, Thomas A. Maier

Thomas A. Maier

Integrating classroom-based pedagogy with industry embedded learning activities may deepen student learning. This presentation describes the application and assessment of David Kolb’s experiential learning methodology.


Sacred Hospitality, Thomas A. Maier Dec 2010

Sacred Hospitality, Thomas A. Maier

Thomas A. Maier

Sacred Hospitality explores the nature, meaning, and commonality of values exemplified in the Judeo-Christian tradition beginning with the singular hospitality event of Abraham's welcoming and hosting traveling visitors. Such hospitality entails food, drink and accommodation of and for others, more importantly, genuine hospitality is possible only when persons know who they are, having a self to give, and are happy to share that self with others. In order to offer and practice hospitality in a Sacred context we have to take a look around and welcome others who are in need.