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Dr. Angela Anthonisz is the Principal Lecturer in Tourism and Visitor Economy Management at the University of Cumbria. With an established career in academia and industry, she has held leadership roles in the UK, Switzerland, and Dubai, including hotel management and business ownership. Her research focuses on strategic management, sustainable planning, organizational social capital, and cultural change in tourism and hospitality sectors. She collaborates with organizations like the Cumbria Tourist Board and the Lake District Hotels Association to develop educational programs such as the UK's only MBA in Tourism Management. She leads the Rural and Visitor Economy theme at the Centre for National Parks and Protected Areas, advocating for sustainable solutions in rural environments.
Education:
- PhD in Strategic Alignment or Non-alignment (Management of Human Capital in Dubai's Five-Star Hotels)
- MA International Hotel Management
- PG Cert Teaching and Learning in Higher Education
- BA (Hons) Tourism and European Politics
- HND Finance and Business Administration
Research Interests: Angela’s work spans strategic management in tourism, sustainable development, organizational social capital, and cultural change. She has pioneered studies on Dubai’s hospitality industry, focusing on human capital challenges and innovation in housekeeping operations. Her interdisciplinary approach integrates business philosophy with environmental sustainability, particularly in national parks and protected areas.
Advising and Grants: Currently supervising two PhD candidates in events management. While no grants are explicitly listed, her collaborations with industry partners suggest strong ties to applied research funding.
Labs/Teams: Leads the Rural and Visitor Economy theme at the Centre for National Parks and Protected Areas, a global research hub for sustainable management of protected areas. She also contributes to interdisciplinary teams developing visitor economy strategies.
