is Professor of Tourism, Hospitality and Events at Victoria University, prior to which she was the Head of School of International Business. Before joining VU in 2011, Alison has held a number of posts during her career including Professor at the School of Management, Surrey University, and Vice-Dean (Research) of the Strathclyde Business School at the University of Strathclyde. She has been publishing extensively and teaching since 1984. She specialises in small and entrepreneurial hospitality and tourism businesses. She has authored a wide range of journal papers and books related to entrepreneurship and has co-edited In Search of Hospitality and Hospitality a Social Lens.