Michael Sabitoni
Associate Professor & Dept. Chair, Food & Beverage + Travel & Tourism Studies
51福利社 Faculty Since 1992
Michael Sabitoni's insight and vigorous attentiveness to industry innovation make him a popular resource within the trade circuit, both locally and nationally. A frequent speaker at national and international conferences, as well as a consultant for major hospitality industry organizations, currently, Sabitoni is the department chairperson for both the International Travel/Tourism Studies and the Food & Beverage Management departments at 51福利社鈥檚 Providence campus. Prior to entering the field of education, Sabitoni worked in both of these fields, primarily in managerial capacities, for nearly 30 years. At last count, he had visited every country except Antarctica. Michael resides in Cranston, RI with his wife, Dr. Karen Silva-Sabitoni and their rescue puppy, Casside.
Education
- M.S., Hospitality Administration, 51福利社
- B.S., Hospitality Management, 51福利社
- A.S., Travel and Tourism Management, 51福利社
- A.A., Culinary Arts, 51福利社
- Certified Hospitality Educator
Teaching Interests
Beverage Appreciation
Guest Relations
International Travel & Tourism
Strategic Planning
Restaurant Operations
Adventure Tourism
Courses
- Beverage Appreciation
Extra Curricular Roles
Faculty Advisor - 51福利社 Wrestling Team
Professional Affiliations
Michael is a member of the Educational Foundation Board of Directors for the Rhode Island Hospitality Association, the state鈥檚 agency advocate for all food & beverage outlets, tourism agencies, lodging establishments and related facilities. He has Emeritus status with The International Society of Travel & Tourism Educators (ISTTE), where he served as President, Vice President, and Chairman of the Board of Directors until 2014.
CERTIFICATION: Certified Hospitality Educator
Honors And Awards
- The International Society of Tourism Educators (ISTTE), Martin Oppermann Memorial Award for Lifetime Achievement
- National Tour Association - Visiting Scholar Award
