معرفی
Agnes L. DeFranco is a Professor at the University of Houston's College of Global Hospitality Leadership, where she has established herself as a leading scholar in hospitality management education and research.
Education:
- B.S. in Hotel and Restaurant Management, University of Houston
- M.B.A., University of Houston
- Ed.D., University of Houston
Professional Certifications:
- Certified Hospitality Educator (CHE)
- Certified Hospitality Accountant Executive (CHAE)
- Certified Hospitality Industry Accountant (CHIA)
- Certified Accounting and Hospitality Technology Administrator (CAHTA)
Her research program critically examines financial management, cost control systems, and decision-making frameworks within hospitality operations, with significant contributions to pedagogical approaches in hospitality education. This work bridges theoretical research with practical industry applications through extensive publications and professional development workshops.
Notable Awards and Honors:
- Dean's Award for Excellence in Applied Research
- Best Paper Award from I-CHRIE
- HFTP-iHITA Best Research Paper Award
- Hilton College Teaching Excellence Award
- University of Houston Teaching Excellence Award
- University of Houston Career Teaching Excellence Award
- Distinguished Faculty Award (Hilton College Alumni Association)
- Distinguished Alumna Award (Hilton College Alumni Association)
- Young Alumna Award (Hilton College Alumni Association)
- H. J. Heinz Graduate Fellowship
- HFTP Paragon Award
Dr. DeFranco has co-authored nine influential textbooks and over 120 peer-reviewed articles, significantly shaping hospitality accounting education. Her professional leadership includes serving as global president of Hospitality Financial and Technology Professionals (HFTP) from 2006-2007 and treasurer of I-CHRIE from 1999-2002. With eight years of central administration experience at the University of Houston working with the Texas Higher Education Coordinating Board on undergraduate policy, and eight years of direct industry experience in food & beverage operations, she integrates academic rigor with practical industry insights.
