Marc Brennan joined Algonquin College in 2010 with over 15 years of knowledge from the food and beverage industry at the restaurant and hotel levels. He has an excellent knowledge of all components of the hospitality industry. Marc is an Algonquin College graduate in the Hospitality Management – Hotel & Restaurant Diploma as well as the Bachelor of Hospitality and Tourism Management Honours (BHTM) program, and has his MBA in International Hospitality & Service Industries Management, with a specialization in Asset and Revenue Management from the Glion Institute of Higher Education. He currently teaches Financial Accounting, Managerial Accounting and Financial Analysis.

Anuj Miglani has been teaching at Algonquin since 2010 and has over 12 years of industry experience. He is a proud Algonquin College Hospitality Management graduate. His industry experience includes working in restaurants, hotels, and retirement sector in a variety of operations and marketing roles. He is very passionate about learning and education and he has received Masters of Business Administration from University of Guelph.

Anuj has taught variety of courses within different programs in School of Hospitality and Tourism. He currently teaches Technology and Social Media, Marketing and Operations course.

Matt Moore is a professor of Sport Management with a specialized focus on finance. With more than 20 years of invaluable experience in the dynamic hospitality industry, Matt brings a wealth of hands-on knowledge to his classroom, specifically in financial management. His extensive background includes a tenure of 13 years at Chances R Restaurant, where he served as co-owner and dedicated manager. During his time in the industry, he developed a profound understanding of economics, entrepreneurship, and the intricacies of restaurant management.

Matt’s academic achievements include a Bachelor’s degree in Economics from Carleton University, which provided him with a solid foundation for understanding the financial aspects of the field. He further pursued his education by earning a Master’s degree in Hospitality and Tourism from Glion University, focusing on Asset and Revenue Management. This advanced degree equipped him with a comprehensive understanding of the financial intricacies associated with the hospitality and tourism sectors.

Beyond his academic and professional accomplishments, Matt has also dedicated his time and expertise to volunteer work in the realm of sports. With over 30 years of competitive sports experience, he possesses firsthand knowledge of the sports industry and its management. This unique combination of practical experience, academic expertise, and a passion for sports has positioned Matt as a sought-after professor and mentor in the field of Sport Management with a concentration in finance.

Elias Giannakopoulos holds an MBA from the University of Guelph and a BA (Hons) from the University of Birmingham in the UK. Mr. Giannakopoulos has been teaching at Algonquin College since 2002. His industry experience includes positions in the military and various hospitality organizations within the resort, hotel, restaurant, nightclub, and golf course settings.

Having lived and worked in Greece, Canada, and England, Elias has acquired more than twelve years of experience in both commercial and institutional Food & Beverage Management. More recently, he was involved in the development of Algonquin’s Bachelor of Hospitality and Tourism Management program. Elias’ research activities have produced papers in both refereed journals and conferences.

Wes Wilkinson began his culinary career in 1976 as an apprentice Chef at Whittington’s in London Ontario.

In 1983 he accepted a position as Sous-Chef at Crab Apples and Auberge du Petit Prince. In 1998 Wes was a Gold medal winner at the New Zealand Lamb Marketing Board, and Culinary Coach for The Berlin Culinary Olympics while at Fanshawe College in London Ontario taking a Silver medal.

Throughout the 1990’s Wes traveled, consulted and worked as a Vice-President in research and development for Sobeys, President’s Choice, Loblaw’s and Wegmans’ under Windsor Marketing Private Labels.

Wes has his Red Seal Cook certification, Baker, Pastry Chef, Food and Nutrition Management (CSNM), Certified Chef de Cuisine (CCC), a diploma in Food Science and Technology from the American Institute of Baking in Kansas and has completed his Masters of Hospitality and Tourism Management with a specialization in Indigenous Education.

James Waller has worked in the hospitality industry for 14 years, nine of which have been in management roles. He worked for two large restaurant corporations as General Manager among other roles. James also won the SirCorp Manager of the year in 2009.

In 2006 he earned his Bachelor of Commerce with a specialization in Hospitality and Tourism Management from the University of Guelph and in 2011 he obtained his Master’s in Business Administration with a specialization in Hospitality and Tourism Management, also from the University of Guelph.

James has been teaching since 2012 in a variety of different programs including the Bachelor of Hospitality, Culinary Management, the Bartending Program and the Hotel and Restaurant Management Program.

Diana Helferty earned a Bachelor’s Degree in Hospitality Administration from Southern New Hampshire University in 2007 and a Master of Education from Queen’s University in 2021. Before teaching, Diana spent 12 years working in Marriott Hotels and Resorts in Canada and the U.S. in numerous departments including: Food and Beverage, Banquets, Catering, and Sales. She also chaired the Environmental Sustainability Committee at the Westin Ottawa for six years leading the hotel to obtain the highest green rating from the Hotel Association of Canada.

Diana’s teaching philosophy begins with developing authentic relationships with students. Her main priority in the classroom is helping students build a strong leadership skillset they can apply in their future careers.

With 25 years of progressive hotel management, operations, & HR experience with global brands, and as a graduate of Algonquin College’s Hotel & Restaurant Management program, Vanessa’s journey evolved into pivotal roles from Front Office Manager to General Manager to HR Manager, with extensive involvement in hotel openings & expansions.

Vanessa’s expertise lies in orchestrating seamless operations, fostering a culture of excellence & unparalleled guest experience. Committed to continuous learning & professional development, she recently completed a Masters in Leadership at the University of Guelph. This academic pursuit has expanded my knowledge and equipped me with advanced leadership strategies to drive organizational success & inspire teams to reach their full potential.

Vanessa’s passion for nurturing talent & delivering exceptional hospitality remains unwavering. She is dedicated to leveraging my experiences to propel the hospitality industry forward, creating memorable experiences and student success.

Caron Fitzpatrick brings diversity to the Hospitality program, coming from the Event Management industry. Caron is a graduate of the Event Management program at Algonquin College and holds a Master’s Degree in Tourism Management. Caron’s thesis explored the use of Mobile Apps in sport tourism focusing on the ability to use mobile apps to increase the duration of stay and tourism spend.

Caron has over a decade of experience in restaurants and as well as experience in the event department at a major hotel. Her real expertise has been in the planning and execution of events including tradeshows, races, ski competitions, galas, golf tournaments, hockey tournaments, conventions, annual general meetings, awards ceremonies, political campaign management and festivals. Caron has a passion for lifelong learning and is currently completing the Social Media College Certificate here at Algonquin College.

A writer by trade, Professor Bosch has a background in business communications and culture, music, and food writing. Her work has been published in the New York Times, the National Post, the Globe and Mail and many other prominent sources. She is a graduate of the University of British Columbia’s Creative Writing program, and holds her Bachelor of Arts in English from the University of Guelph and her Masters in English Language and Literature from Carleton University. She also has her Bachelor of Education from the University of Ottawa with a specialization in Arts education. Professor Bosch believes in student-centric education strategies that encourage meaningful learning experiences. She is a first generation university graduate in her extended family and attributes a lot of her success to her blue-collar upbringing. Her focus as an educator is to create connections between learners’ personal beliefs, culture, and communication skills.