Allison Adams, Assistant Professor
Department of Hospitality and Tourism Management

B-3-244 Mackinac Hall
Grand Valley State University
1 Campus Drive
Allendale, MI 49401

Phone: (616) 331-3557
FAX:  (616) 331-3115
E-mail: adamsa@gvsu.edu

Education: 

B.S. in business administration, with a major in hospitality management 
        administration, Central Michigan University
M.B.A., Central Michigan University

Teaching Areas/Interests:

Professor Adams mentors students in the area of Food and Beverage Management

International Food and Culture
Food Service Systems
Responsible Beverage Management

Experience:

Professor Adams has more than 20 years of experience in the hospitality industry, specializing in food and beverage. She has worked for Holly's Inc., Radisson Hotels & Resorts, Hampton Inns, Chuck Muer Corporation and several independent restaurants and clubs. Allison's positions have included general manager, assistant manager, sales and catering manager, director of catering, night auditor and event specialist

Professor Adams served on the faculties of both Central Michigan University and Eastern Michigan University before coming to GVSU.