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Lynn Minnaert

Hospitality
Lecture Topics: Miscellaneous
Expertise: Tourism & Hospitality
Available for in-person lectures in: Denver
Available via Zoom?: Yes
To book Lynn, e-mail: dan@primetimepresenters.com, or fill out this form here.

Dr. Lynn Minnaert is the Dean of the School of Hospitality at the Metropolitan State University of Denver. Her research interests include social tourism, family tourism, the social impacts of the Olympics and social legacy initiatives in the meetings industry. Prior to joining MSU Denver, she held teaching and leadership positions at Edinburgh Napier University, New York University, the University of Surrey and the University of Westminster.

This was incredibly interesting & his communication was excellent. Can’t thank you enough for offering this – remarkable & quite an education – bits of advice we can all use day to day.

Parker Life Senior Living Attendee

I could have listened to him for at least another hour. It was a fascinating presentation!

Parker Life Senior Living Attendee

Speaker was great! Presentation thoughtfully included enough time at the end for questions, which enhanced the presentation with additional information. Thank you for thinking of such an intriguing topic in the series!

Parker Life Senior Living Attendee

This was one of the best programs you have had. I think you said programs are not taped, but I think you would have given this one a A+++.

Parker Life Senior Living Attendee

I can’t give enough stars. This was wonderful and the questions were thoughtful and answered with the grace and ease of a wonderful presenter.

Parker Life Senior Living attendee after Mark’s “Let’s Put On A Show” lecture

I thought this program was very interesting. I enjoy my local theater and never knew or even imagined all the ins and outs of putting on a show. I would definitely be interested in any other program by this presenter.”

Parker Life Senior Living attendee after Mark’s “Let’s Put On A Show” lecture

“James Calaski’s lecture on national, regional, and hyper-local history was professional and highly informative. Our patrons were incredibly engaged, the delivery was well-paced and articulate… We’ll be having him back!”

Brianne Colombo
Director
Glen Rock, NJ Public Library

“Your knowledge of the German American Bund and their history is second to none… Your expertise, both from a historical and research perspective and also in the field, enabled us to capture phenomenal footage for our project… thank you for appearing in our film.”

Annette Baumeister
Documentary Film Director ('The American Führer')

“James Calaski’s gifts as a historian, coupled with his innate skills as a police detective, bring a unique perspective to his work. He is thorough in his research, always going to those places where the facts lead. All that, plus Jim’s personable style and good sense of humor make him an ideal presenter for any group event.”

Arnie Bernstein
Author of 'Swastika Nation: Fritz Kuhn and the Rise and Fall of the German-American Bund'

FANTASTIC !!! She is an incredible lecturer. Only wish more time could have been spent on each segment of her presentation. Left me wishing for more. The blend of history and literature was so interesting and informative.

Parker Life Senior Living Attendee after Myra’s American Dreams: The Immigrant Experience In US Literature lecture
Lectures
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Beyond The Brochure: Trends In Travel And Tourism

In this lecture, we pull back the curtain on the latest Hospitality and Travel Trends. We’ll go beyond the pretty websites and glossy brochures, and give you the inside scoop on what’s new, exciting, and worth knowing. We’ll explore emerging, must-visit destinations that should be on your radar and dive into the latest developments in lodging, cruising, and transportation. Plus, you’ll hear about cutting-edge trends in food and beverage that are transforming the travel experience. But the best part? You’ll walk away with practical, smart tips for finding the best options and best pricing for your travel plans. Whether your journeys take you across the globe or just down the road, you’ll gain useful insights to make your next trip the absolute best it can be.

Vacations Across Nations: European vs. American Perspectives On Leisure Time

In 2015, the US Travel Association launched ‘Project Time Off’, an initiative that encouraged American workers to take their paid vacation days. With the support of major employers, campaigns were mounted to get workers to take ‘one more day’. The attitude of American workers towards their vacation entitlement may surprise people from some other nations, where vacationing is a much more central aspect of life. The difference in attitude is especially striking because, as the world’s wealthiest nation, the reason why Americans take fewer holidays are less likely to be purely financial for a significant portion of the population. This presentation will review the US policy and cultural context that explains our nation’s attitude toward leisure, recreation and vacations. It will argue that while the underlying factors aren’t exclusive to the USA, the extent to which they have influenced the national mindset, and their emergence against a policy backdrop that is the exception among developed countries, distinguish the USA as a ‘no vacation nation’.

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