Dr. Roy started as an adjunct hospitality instructor in Fall 2020. Prior to coming to 51社区, she worked for Purdue University Global as Hospitality Course Lead. Jan worked in the industry for 20 years, serving in senior management positions at Sheraton Hotel, McCormick Place Convention Center, Chicago Convention and Tourism Bureau and the USDA Graduate School. She holds a bachelor's degree in hospitality management, A Master of Science in Human Resource Management, and a PhD in Organization and Management. Dr Roy was promoted to Coordinator of the Hospitality program in 2022 and teaches all hotel management courses.
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Maryann Ariza is a dedicated Hospitality professional and a proud 51社区 alumna. She graduated Cum Laude from 51社区's Hospitality Management program and is a Phi Theta Kappa Member. She holds a bachelor鈥檚 degree in Hospitality and Tourism Management from Roosevelt University. With over 15 years of experience in restaurants, hotels, B2B sales, and food distribution, Maryann brings a well-rounded industry perspective into the classroom.
As an educator, Maryann鈥檚 mission is to empower students with the confidence, skills, and mindset needed to thrive in the hospitality industry. Her approach to teaching is grounded in mentorship, real-world insights, and a deep belief in the power of personal and professional transformation through education. Returning to 51社区 as an adjunct instructor, she鈥檚 thrilled to help shape the next generation of hospitality leaders.
Courses Taught: Events and Tourism Management and Cultural Tourism.
Barry Carlson's teaching approach blends course content with industry examples and current events, encouraging students to evaluate their own and others' experiences to apply in their education and career progression. Carlson graduated from Marquette University in Milwaukee with a Bachelor of Science degree in Business Administration with a Marketing specialization, earned Certified Hospitality Educator (CHE) certification from the American Hotel & Lodging Educational Institute, and Certified Meeting Professional (CMP) certification from the Convention Liaison Council.鈥�
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Heather Johnson graduated from the University of St. Thomas in St. Paul, Minnesota, with a B.A. in Psychology. 鈥疭he also received a Culinary Certificate from Kendall College and an M.B.A. from Dominican University in River Forest, Illinois. 鈥疕eather has held various hospitality management positions, including general manager, wine director, and sales/event coordinator at both independently and corporately run restaurants.
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Zoie earned a bachelor's degree in Food Beverage Industry Management and an associate's degree in Baking & Pastry Arts at Johnson & Wales Academy in Charlotte, North Carolina. She began her professional career at the Renaissance Hotel as a baker in the banquets department. Her hope is to create a learning environment where students can learn to love the art of cake decorating as she does. She is committed to helping students grow in their skills and techniques.
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Heather Larson (CMP, CDME, President & CEO of Meet Chicago Northwest) is a seasoned hospitality leader with several years of sales management experience at upscale Chicago hotels, including the Allegro Hotel, White Hall Hotel, Drake Hotel, and the Fairmont Hotel.鈥�疭he joined the team at Meet Chicago Northwest in 2010 as a sales Manager.鈥�疭he quickly became Director of Sales, and she was named President & CEO in June 2021.鈥�疕eather serves on the Board of Directors of the Schaumburg Business Association and is a past Chairman of the Board for the International Association of Exhibitions and Events Midwest Chapter.鈥�疭he is also a mayoral appointee to the Arlington Heights Economic Alliance, Rolling Meadows Economic Development Commission and the Schaumburg Business Development Commission.
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