Alison Acquaviva

Alison Acquaviva is a Lecturer in the Department of Hospitality and Service Management at the New York Institute of Technology. She holds a BPS from the same institution and an AAS from Johnson & Wales University. Her professional experience spans over a decade in hospitality, with roles including Wine Sales Associate, Restaurant Manager, Assistant General Manager, and General Manager across prominent establishments in New York and New England.

Acquaviva’s career highlights include leadership at Village Social Kitchen & Bar (Mount Kisco, NY), Blu Pointe Restaurant (Newburgh, NY), and high-profile venues like Estiatorio Milos (New York City). Her expertise integrates hands-on operational leadership with strategic management in diverse hospitality sectors, emphasizing guest experience and team development.