
Rosemarie Ivey
Tourism / Travel / Hospitality
About Rosemarie Ivey:
Experienced hospitality professional with 20 years of leadership in hotel operations, sales, and event management. Demonstrated success in delivering luxury guest experiences, managing international conferences, large-scale events, and leading high-performing teams. Skilled in stakeholder engagement, cross-cultural collaboration, and driving results under pressure. Seeking a senior leadership role where I can apply my expertise in strategic event operations, luxury service delivery, and team development to advance the mission of a forward-thinking hospitality organization.
Experience
University of Central Florida, Rosen College of Hospitality Management
Adjunct Lecturer | Brand Ambassador & Recruiter | Orlando, FL | 2021 – Present
Taught strategic management, HR, and marketing courses aligned with cooperative and hospitality models.
Led outreach, recruitment, and event planning for degree program growth and community engagement.
Organized major conferences and advised on marketing content, showcasing leadership in education events.
University of Technology, Jamaica
Lecturer | Program Chair | Internship Coordinator | Kingston, Jamaica | 2009 – 2019
Directed hospitality curriculum, taught business and F&B operations, and led research advising.
Managed internship placements, industry partnerships, and professional development programs.
Chaired school events and forums connecting academia with tourism industry leaders.
Claro Mobile Communications
Director of Sales | Kingston, Jamaica | 2004 – 2008
Oversaw national retail and wholesale sales operations and developed new channel strategies.
Supervised 40+ staff, built brand visibility, and helped achieve EBITDA-positive growth.
Half Moon Resort
F&B & Conference Management Leadership Roles | Montego Bay, Jamaica | 1996 – 2004
Coordinated luxury F&B service, banquets, and international events for VIP guests.
Led skills training, entertainment planning, and guest satisfaction initiatives.
Education
DBA (in progress), Florida International University
MBA, Business Management, Florida International University
B.S., Hotel & Restaurant Management, University of Technology, Jamaica
Certified Hospitality Educator (CHE), AHLA
Graduate Certificate, Event Management, UCF
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