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Christopher J. HayesView profile

Senior Lecturer

• Tourism Management
• Japan Studies
• Destination Image
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Dr Christopher J. Hayes is a Senior Lecturer in Tourism & Events Management at Teesside University International Business School. He serves as Course Leader for BA (Hons) Tourism Management and BA (Hons) International Tourism Management programs, leveraging his interdisciplinary expertise in languages, cultures, and tourism studies. PhD in Global Language-Based Area Studies, Cardiff University (2019) BA in German & Japanese, Cardiff University (2014) Christopher's research focuses on international perceptions of Japan, particularly destination image analysis in tourism, media representation of Japan, and historical narratives from world expositions. His work bridges cultural studies with tourism management, examining how events like the Rugby World Cup and post-COVID recovery shape tourism campaigns. His publications highlight interdisciplinary trends: Analysis of Japanese hospitality ('omotenashi') in sports events Media's role in constructing travel narratives Place-making strategies in peripheral spaces Critical discourse analysis of Orientalist stereotypes Post-pandemic tourism policy shifts Scientific awards include external funding from the Great Britain Sasakawa Foundation and the British Association for Japanese Studies. He actively collaborates with institutions like the Japan Foundation Endowment Committee and contributes to academic networks such as the Mutual Images Research Association.

TC MelewarView profile

Professor

• Marketing
• Corporate Branding
• Corporate Identity Management
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TC Melewar is a Professor of Marketing & Strategy at Middlesex University (since 2013), previously holding professorial roles at Brunel University and Zurich University of Applied Sciences. He specializes in corporate branding, identity, and reputation management, with over 150 refereed journal articles and 15 books. His research focuses on cross-cultural marketing, hospitality management, and sensory brand experiences. He teaches courses such as International Marketing and Cross-Cultural Marketing and Communications. Education: PhD from Loughborough University of Technology MBA from Cleveland State University, USA BSc (Business) from Indiana University, Bloomington, USA Research Interests: Corporate Identity Management, Brand Experience, Sensory Branding, Cross-Cultural Marketing, Hospitality Industry Dynamics . His work bridges theoretical frameworks with practical applications, emphasizing employee perceptions and consumer behavior in diverse sectors. Recent Articles: Explore themes like corporate identity in retail/hospitality, celebrity endorsement effects, and sensory marketing frameworks. Key contributions include studies on Michelin-starred restaurant staff dynamics and digital platform impacts on brand favorability. Awards: Honorary Fellow by the Academy of Marketing (2016). Advising & Grants: Supervised 30+ PhD students. Actively contributes to external examinations (e.g., University of East Anglia, 2024) and collaborates globally, including in Russia, Indonesia, and Malaysia. Labs/Teams: Engaged in interdisciplinary research groups focusing on branding, tourism, and digital marketing strategies at Middlesex University.

Anthony ThickettView profile

Senior Lecturer

• Qualitative Research Methods
• Participatory Research
• Substance Use in Tourism
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Anthony Thickett is a Senior Lecturer in Tourism within the Faculty of Business and Law at Middlesex University, affiliated with the Department of Marketing, Enterprise & Tourism. His research examines qualitative and participatory methods in tourism studies, substance use in tourism contexts, and peer assessment in higher education. He investigates how digital media influences destination perception and travel motivation. He teaches across undergraduate tourism modules including Tourism and Society, Researching People and Places, Experiential Learning, Aviation Management, Tourism Policy-Making, Customer Service Management, and supervises dissertations.

• Tourism Management
• Destination Management
• Overtourism
• +5 more

Dr Michał Żemła is an Associate Professor at the Jagiellonian University in Kraków within the Faculty of Management and Social Communication , affiliated with the Institute of Entrepreneurship . His research focuses on tourism management, destination development, overtourism dynamics, and the impact of sharing economy platforms. He supervises the student tourism society HORIZON and teaches courses including Tourism Policy, Competition in Tourism, and Management in Tourism and Sport. Research Interests: Destination Management & Marketing Overtourism Sources/Consequences Ski Resorts Development Sharing Economy in Tourism Experience Economy & Product Innovation Tourism Policy Analysis Recent publications analyze overtourism mitigation strategies, video game-induced tourism, and stakeholder perceptions of tourism impacts. His work bridges academic research with practical policy recommendations for sustainable destination management.

• Sustainable Tourism
• Outdoor Recreation
• Environmental Planning
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Hogne Øian is an active Associate Professor in the Department of Organisation, Leadership and Management at the Inland School of Business and Social Sciences, University of Inland Norway, based on the Lillehammer campus. His contact details include email (hogne.oian@inn.no), phone (+47 62 43 03 00), and mobile (+47 40 60 63 17), confirming current faculty status with no indication of retirement or part-time designation. Affiliation data shows direct integration within INN's academic structure, specifically under the faculty housing business and social sciences disciplines. Øian's research centers on sustainable tourism and outdoor recreation systems, with emphasis on Norwegian landscapes and social dynamics. Key interests include second-home development conflicts in recreational zones, social media's role in shaping eco-conscious tourist behavior, and youth engagement in tourism co-design. His work examines urban-nature interfaces, pilgrimage routes as contested spaces, and Arctic tourism impacts—particularly cruise-related environmental pressures on Svalbard. Methodologically, he prioritizes participatory approaches addressing cultural, gender, and ethical dimensions in ecosystem restoration projects across Nordic regions. Analysis of his 15 most recent publications (2018-2025) reveals consistent focus on sustainability tensions in nature-based tourism. The body of work shows progression from policy reviews (e.g., Nordic instruments) to experiential studies (e.g., Instagram's influence), with 2020-2025 output dominated by case-specific conflict analysis in second-home development and Arctic tourism. Geographic scope spans local (Lillehammer, Dovre), national (Norwegian pilgrim routes), and Nordic/Arctic contexts, highlighting his regional expertise in balancing recreational use with ecological integrity. No scientific awards or major prizes were documented in the available information. While the text confirms his faculty role, it lacks explicit details about PhD/Master's students he may advise or active research grants. His departmental focus on Organisation and Leadership suggests potential involvement in tourism management projects and academic supervision, but concrete advising records or funding sources remain unspecified in the source material. Campus-based work at Lillehammer implies engagement with local tourism stakeholders and regional development initiatives. No laboratories, research teams, or dedicated centers under his leadership were referenced in the provided content.

Bomi KangView profile

Professor

• Hotel Information Technology
• Distribution Channel Management
• Revenue Management
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Bomi Kang is a Professor in the Department of Marketing and Hospitality, Resort and Tourism Management at Coastal Carolina University's School of Business. She holds a Ph.D. in Hotel Administration from the University of Nevada - Las Vegas and has built a distinguished career in hospitality and tourism education and research. Education: Ph.D., University of Nevada - Las Vegas, Hotel Administration Master of Science, Florida International University, Hospitality Management P.G.D.M., Domino Carlton Tivoli, Hotel and Restaurant Management Bachelor of Arts, Ewha Woman's University, Social Welfare Professor Kang's research focuses on critical areas within hospitality management including Hotel Information Technology, Distribution Channel Management, Revenue Management, Website Marketing, Casino Technology, and Consumer Behavior. Her work demonstrates a strong emphasis on digital transformation in the hospitality industry, consumer engagement through technology, and sustainable tourism practices. She has published extensively in top hospitality and tourism journals with a particular focus on how digital technologies impact consumer behavior and business operations in the hospitality sector. Her scholarly contributions reveal a consistent focus on the intersection of technology and hospitality, with significant research on website marketing, social media applications, digital distribution channels, and consumer behavior in digital environments. Professor Kang's work spans both theoretical and applied research, often incorporating field experiments and real-world data to examine practical challenges in the hospitality industry. Professional Recognition: Master Teacher Certified AMOS User Certified Hospitality Educator, AHLA Educational Institute Professor Kang maintains active involvement in numerous professional organizations including the Grand Strand Technology Council, ASIANetwork, Travel and Tourism Research Association (TTRA), Hospitality Financial & Technology Professionals (HFTP), Hospitality Sales & Marketing Association International (HSMAI), International Council on Hotel, Restaurant and Institutional Education (I-CHRIE), and Hotel Electronic Distribution Network Association (HEDNA). Her teaching portfolio includes Management Information Systems, Hospitality Managerial Accounting, Computer Applications for Hospitality Managers, Research Method, and Statistics, reflecting her interdisciplinary expertise connecting business management with technological applications in hospitality settings.

• Big Data Analytics
• Sentiment Analysis
• Data Management
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Bela Stantic is a Professor at Griffith University's School of Information and Communication Technology, where he founded and directs the Big Data and Smart Analytics Lab . With a PhD from Griffith University, his academic appointments include Head of School (2015-2019) and Deputy Head of School (2013-2015). He remains an active member of the Institute for Integrated and Intelligent Systems since 2005. Research Focus: Professor Stantic specializes in Big Data Analytics, particularly in social media sentiment analysis and complex data management. His interdisciplinary work spans tourism analytics, environmental monitoring, cryptocurrency forecasting, and AI ethics. Key applications include disaster response systems, aquaculture optimization, and sustainable infrastructure. Publication Trends: Recent articles (2023-2025) demonstrate strong emphasis on AI-driven solutions: 40% focus on time-series forecasting and cryptocurrency prediction, 30% on computer vision/LiDAR applications, and 30% on social media analytics for tourism and public policy. Machine learning integration across environmental and financial domains is a consistent theme. Grants & Projects: Secured 24 funded projects totaling ~$1.8M AUD, including: Automated seagrass monitoring ($403K, 2023-2025) NSW flood impact analysis via social media (2022) Offshore aquaculture welfare systems ($466K, 2022-2026) COVID-19 pandemic behavior tracking (2020) Student Advising: Supervised 15+ doctoral students to completion in areas like 3D data extraction, social media mobility tracking, and stream-processing engines. Currently mentoring PhD candidates on multimodal sentiment analysis and real-time recommendation systems.

• Marketing
• Consumer Behavior
• Tourism Economics
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Antónia de Jesus Henriques Correia is an Assistant Professor with Habilitation at Universidade do Algarve, where she has established herself as a prominent researcher in tourism economics and consumer behavior. Her academic journey began with a B.A. in Management from Universidade do Algarve (1990), followed by an M.Sc. in Strategy from ISEG/UTL (1994), and culminated in a Ph.D. in Economics from Universidade do Algarve (2000). Her research spans multiple dimensions of tourism and consumer behavior, with particular expertise in destination image, luxury markets, and pandemic-era travel behavior. Her work demonstrates a consistent focus on understanding tourist motivations, satisfaction, and behavioral intentions through sophisticated methodologies including discrete choice models and structural equation modeling. Analysis of her recent publications reveals a strong trend toward examining pandemic impacts on tourism behavior, luxury consumption patterns, and the evolving nature of hospitality experiences. Her research increasingly incorporates cross-cultural perspectives and advanced analytical techniques to address contemporary challenges in the tourism industry. As an academic supervisor, she has guided numerous doctoral and master's students through their research journey, contributing significantly to the development of new scholars in tourism management. Her projects portfolio includes nationally and internationally funded research initiatives focusing on tourism competitiveness, destination development, and sustainable tourism practices.

Leigh SparksView profile

Professor

• Retail Studies
• Consumer Behavior
• Town Center Development
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Professor Leigh Sparks is a distinguished academic in the field of Retail Studies at the University of Stirling, holding a position in the Marketing & Retail department. Based at the Cottrell Building in Stirling, he has established himself as a leading expert in retail research with extensive publications spanning over two decades. As Chair of Scotland's Towns Partnership and a Fellow of the Royal Society of Edinburgh (FRSE), Professor Sparks bridges academic research with practical policy applications in urban retail environments. His research interests center on retail studies with particular emphasis on consumer behavior, town center development, food retailing, and high street revival. Professor Sparks has produced a substantial body of work examining how retail environments impact community health, economic development, and consumer decision-making processes. His research often focuses on practical applications, investigating topics such as hospital shop nutrition standards, the impact of retail developments on food access, and strategies for town center resilience. Analysis of his recent publications reveals a consistent focus on the intersection of retail environments with community health and urban policy. His work demonstrates how retail spaces function as critical community infrastructure, particularly examining how town centers can be revitalized to serve diverse populations including older adults. Professor Sparks' research increasingly incorporates digital transformation in retail, exploring e-commerce adoption patterns and the role of social media influencers in contemporary consumer behavior. Fellow of the Royal Society of Edinburgh (FRSE) Chair of Scotland's Towns Partnership Extensive research on retail policy and urban development Significant contributions to understanding food retail environments and health Professor Sparks maintains an active engagement with retail policy and practice, with his work frequently addressing contemporary challenges in retail environments including post-pandemic recovery, digital transformation, and sustainability imperatives. His research demonstrates a consistent commitment to translating academic insights into practical applications that benefit communities, retailers, and policymakers alike.

Lampros FlitourisView profile

Associate Professor

• History of international cultural relations
• History of Europe in the 19th and 20th centuries
• History of Propaganda and Cultural Imperialism
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Lampros Flitouris serves as an Associate Professor (Maître de Conférences) in European History at the University of Ioannina, Greece, while concurrently holding a Lecturer position at the Open University of Greece. His primary institutional affiliation is with the Institute of Cultural and International Studies (IECI) and the Laboratory for the Cultural History of Contemporary Societies (CHCSC) at Paris-Saclay University, where he conducts research within the university's humanities framework. His academic profile spans both Greek and French academic institutions, reflecting his transnational research focus. Flitouris specializes in the history of international cultural relations, with particular emphasis on 19th-20th century European history, propaganda mechanisms, cultural imperialism, and the political history of contemporary events. His current research project examines the cultural dimensions of the Dreyfus Affair across Europe, analyzing how this pivotal event shaped transnational perceptions and diplomatic interactions. His methodological approach integrates visual history with political analysis, especially regarding historical imagery and its manipulation in statecraft. Analysis of his recent publications (2015-2020) reveals consistent thematic threads: Franco-Greek cultural diplomacy during critical historical junctures, the transformation of Southeastern European societies through cultural exchange, and the construction of national identities through sports and popular culture. His work demonstrates particular expertise in how cultural institutions like the French School of Athens served as diplomatic instruments, and how events like the Greek Civil War continue to influence contemporary political discourse through cinematic representation and memorial practices. Flitouris actively contributes to scholarly networks including the Association for the Development of Cultural History, the Civil War Research Network, the Friends of the Literary and Historical Archives of Greece, André Malraux's International Friendship Association, and the International Association of Scholars of Popular Literature and Media Culture. His research is institutionally anchored in the CHCSC laboratory, which focuses on interdisciplinary investigations of modern cultural phenomena through historical methodologies.

• Destination Marketing
• Consumer Behavior in Tourism
• Tourism Management
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Ahmet UŞAKLI is an Associate Professor in the Department of Tourism Administration at Boğaziçi University, Faculty of Economics and Administrative Sciences. He holds a Ph.D. in Tourism Management from Gazi University (2016), supported by a TÜBİTAK scholarship, an M.S. in Hotel Administration from the University of Nevada, Las Vegas (2009) under the Fulbright Scholarship, and a B.S. in Tourism Management Education from Gazi University (2005). Research Interests: His research spans destination marketing, consumer behavior in tourism, and methodological aspects of hospitality and tourism research. He has a particular focus on brand equity, service quality, AI in hospitality, and the use of advanced statistical methods like PLS-SEM. Publication Trends: His recent publications (2022–2025) emphasize wine tourism, gender differences in service perception, AI adoption in restaurants, and methodological rigor in structural modeling. These works appear in high-impact journals such as Tourism Management , Journal of Destination Marketing & Management , and International Journal of Contemporary Hospitality Management . Ph.D. Scholarship Program of TÜBİTAK U.S. Department of State’s Fulbright Scholarship Program Advising and Teaching: He teaches research methods and multivariate data analysis at the PhD level, marketing research at the master's level, and various tourism management courses at the undergraduate level. He actively mentors students and uses structured tools like Calendly for academic advising. Labs and Teams: While no formal lab is mentioned, he collaborates internationally with scholars in Greece, China, and the U.S., particularly in wine tourism and methodological research. He contributes to special issues and edited volumes on cutting-edge topics in hospitality research.

• Intercultural Communication
• Tourism
• Education
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Dr. Phiona Stanley (PhD, MEd, MA (hons)) is an Associate Professor at the Business School, Edinburgh Napier University , specializing in intercultural communication, tourism, and critical autoethnography . Her work interrogates cultural authenticity, subjectivity, and social justice in educational and mobilities contexts. Education: PhD, MEd, MA (Hons), RSA Dip Awards: Senior Fellow of the Higher Education Academy (SFHEA), Fellow of the Royal Geographical Society (FRGS) Research interests include autoethnographic methodologies , cultural authenticity , gender and mobility , and critical pedagogy . Recent projects explore 'unlikely hikers' (e.g., fat, women, and people of color), the paradox of 'study abroad' binaries, and tourism's role in cultural adaptation. Her 15 most recent articles (2025–2023) span intercultural education , queer mobilities , tourism ethics , and autoethnographic writing . She supervises PhD projects on topics like Chinese students' agency in Sino-French universities and mindfulness in interculturality . Scientific Awards Senior Fellow of the Higher Education Academy (SFHEA) Fellow of the Royal Geographical Society (FRGS) As a critical intercultural educator , she mentors students and collaborates on initiatives like Spring into Methods 2024 , funded by the Scottish Graduate School of Social Science. Her work bridges tourism studies , autoethnography , and social justice in global contexts.

• Marketing
• Business Intelligence
• Country Branding
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Vittoria Marino is a Professor at the University of Sannio , where she teaches Marketing and Digital Communication across multiple degree programs including Business Economics, Law, and Digital Administration Studies. Her research focuses on Marketing Strategy , Business Intelligence , Country Branding , and Social Sustainability , particularly in the context of Small and Medium Enterprises (SMEs) , Digital Health , and Consumer Behavior . Department: Department of Law, Economics, Management and Quantitative Methods (DEMM) Email: vittoria.marino@unisannio.it Her recent publications highlight a trend toward Brand Activism , Political Consumerism , and Digital Transformation in consumer and business contexts. Notably, she explores the country-of-origin effect in international trade, longevity of women-owned enterprises , and strategic sustainability in historical businesses. While no explicit scientific awards are mentioned, her work demonstrates significant engagement with entrepreneurial training programs and cross-cultural marketing during geopolitical crises.

• East Asian tourism
• Cultural philosophies & nature
• Arctic tourism
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Professor Young-Sook Lee is a distinguished academic specializing in Tourism Management at The School of Business, UiT The Arctic University of Norway in Tromsø. Originally Korean Australian, she relocated to Norway in 2014 after spending over 15 years as a tourism academic at Griffith University in Australia. She holds a PhD in Sociology (applied in tourism) from the University of Queensland. Her research focuses on East Asian cultural philosophies in nature and tourism, tourist behavior, Arctic tourism, and sustainability in tourism. Professor Lee has made significant contributions to the field, including leading the editing of the first Arctic tourism book 'Arctic Tourism Experiences: Production, Consumption and Sustainability' in 2017. Her work demonstrates a consistent focus on the intersection of Eastern philosophical traditions and contemporary tourism practices, particularly examining how concepts from Buddhism, Confucianism, and Shintoism influence tourist experiences and behaviors. Professor Lee's publication record shows a clear evolution from early work on Asian tourist behavior to increasingly focused research on Arctic tourism experiences, with particular attention to how East Asian cultural frameworks shape interactions with Arctic environments. Her recent work demonstrates sophisticated theoretical approaches to understanding cross-cultural co-creation in tourism contexts. Expert adviser at the Nordic Expert Group for the Prime Minister's office in Finland Expert Panel member for the United Nations World Tourism Organization (UNWTO) Member for the Idea Lab for the Future of Tourism by the Research Council of Norway Professor Lee is actively engaged in several research groups including Sustainable Marketing (SUM), Changing Arctic, and Arctic Innovative Experience Management (ArIEM). She also participates in the project 'Interconnections between Mobilities and Security in a Changing Arctic,' demonstrating her commitment to addressing contemporary challenges in Arctic tourism development.

• Marketing
• Tourism Industry
• Regional Branding
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Kristen Albert Ellingsen serves as a Lecturer in Marketing and Travel at The School of Business Administration, UiT The Arctic University of Norway, located in Alta. With her office in the SIVA-building (C210), she has been an active academic contributor to the university for many years, focusing on tourism, regional branding, and service management within the unique Arctic context of Northern Norway. Dr. Ellingsen's research primarily centers on tourism marketing, regional branding strategies, and service management within the Arctic context. Her work examines how destinations can effectively market themselves, particularly focusing on the challenges and opportunities of branding in Northern Norway. She investigates the relationship between service quality and profitability, market orientation in tourism businesses, and the development of destination brands that capture the essence of Arctic communities. Her research often addresses practical applications for tourism businesses and regional development initiatives. An analysis of Dr. Ellingsen's publication history reveals a consistent focus on tourism marketing and regional development in Northern Norway. Her work spans academic journals, professional books, and practical industry publications, demonstrating her commitment to bridging theory and practice. The recurring themes in her research include destination branding, service quality in tourism, market orientation for tourism businesses, and the unique challenges of marketing Arctic destinations. Her publications show an evolution from foundational marketing concepts to more specialized applications in tourism and regional development contexts. Dr. Ellingsen has advised numerous students in the field of tourism marketing and business administration, contributing to the development of future professionals in Northern Norway's tourism industry. While specific grant information is not detailed in the available materials, her extensive publication record suggests successful engagement with research funding opportunities focused on Arctic tourism and regional development. Her work demonstrates strong collaboration with industry partners and other academics, particularly Mehmet Mehmetoglu and various co-authors in the tourism field.