The experience of Dr. Vlad includes training and operations in various 5-star independent properties, chain hotels, and institutions in countries like Greece, the United States, Switzerland, the United Arab Emirates, P.R. China, and his home country, Romania. At Les Roches Marbella, the main responsibilities are academic research, guiding students in completing dissertations, applied projects, and teaching a variety of rooms division operations and management courses for undergraduate and graduate students. Dr. Vlad holds an Educational Doctorate (Ed.D.) and a Master in Business Administration.
Doctor of Education (EdD), Atlantic International University, Unites States of America, 2024
¿Puede La Inteligencia Artificial Corregir Como Un Profesor? CISTI’2026 – 21st Iberian Conference on Information Systems and Technologies, June 2026, Conference paper.
The Impact of Artificial Intelligence on Hospitality Education, IGI Global Scientific Publishing, May 2026, Book.
Using Artificial Intelligence Tools for Internship Practice and Securing Future Job Opportunities for Hospitality Students, IGI Global Scientific Publishing, May 2026, Book Chapter.
Hotel Innovation Barometer, Tecnohotel, November 2024, Magazine article.
Artificial Intelligence Overview – Applications in Hospitality Training and Engagement, November 2023, 25th Hotelier Congress: Sustainability & Education in Tourism/Association of Employers in Croatian Hospitality, Conference presentation.
Exceeding Guest Expectations: An Overview of the Best Practices in the Hospitality Industry, IGI Global Scientific Publishing, April 2014, Book Chapter.