Chris Roberts

Chris Roberts, PhD, is a Professor at DePaul University's School of Hospitality & Sports Business. He holds a Doctorate of Philosophy in Strategic Management from the University of Massachusetts Amherst and has extensive academic and industry experience.

• Doctorate of Philosophy, University of Massachusetts Amherst, 1995
• MBA, University of Phoenix, 1986
• BS in Finance and BS in Management, University of Utah, 1981 and 1975

Dr. Roberts specializes in strategic decision-making processes within service sectors, leadership dynamics in the lodging industry, and strategic management. His research also extends to executive team behaviors and organizational development.

He has authored over 60 journal and industry publications, co-authored three books, and delivered more than 120 global presentations. Additionally, he serves as co-editor for the ICHRIE Research Reports and Perspectives in Asian Leisure and Tourism.

• Stephenson W. Fletcher Achievement Award (Hospitality and Tourism Academy)

With 8 years of operational experience in the hotel industry (Holiday Inn) and 8 years in travel agency ownership, Dr. Roberts bridges academia and practice. He also held 11 years of corporate marketing roles at Bell Telephone System/US West and provided consulting services to international clients like Sentosa (Singapore) and Mohegan Sun Casino (USA).