Scott Smith

Scott Smith was born and raised in Orlando, Florida, and witnessed firsthand Orlando's growth from a small, relatively unknown town into the tourism giant that it is today. When Smith turned 16, he began his hospitality management career at Walt Disney World, where he continued to work throughout high school and college. After graduation from the University of Central Florida, he began his professional career with Marriott Hotels and held various positions in their hotel and resort division throughout the United States. Prior to his academic career, Smith also worked for Sheraton Hotels, Rosen Hotels, Walt Disney World, and Hilton Hotels in various management positions before returning to graduate school and completing his studies at the University of Central Florida's Rosen College of Hospitality Management. Smith currently holds a position with the University of South Carolina’s College of Hospitality, Retail and Sports Management as an assistant professor. Smith’s primary areas of research are pricing and revenue management in the hospitality industry. He also provides consulting to the hotel, resort and theme park industries.