Dr. Michelle Allen
Assistant Provost · Tourism Researcher · Educator · Speaker
A global authority in island tourism research and education, Dr. Allen bridges the gap between academic research, real-world tourism systems, and policy development. Her work shapes how Caribbean tourism is studied, taught, and sustained.
University of The Bahamas
35+ Years Experience
Caribbean Focus
Core Expertise
What Dr. Allen Brings to the Table
Island Systems
Context-specific knowledge of Caribbean tourism economies and structures.
Research Translation
Turning complex academic work into clear, policy-relevant insight.
Public Speaking
International conferences, academic institutions, and regional policy forums.
Career Journey
Experience & Milestones
Present
Assistant Provost of Tourism & Hospitality — University of The Bahamas. Leading academic strategy, research, and regional policy development.
2024
Most Outstanding Research Activity — Faculty of Social Sciences, The University of the West Indies, Mona.
2024
Beryl Allen Innovative Teaching Award — Centre for Excellence in Teaching and Learning, UWI Mona.
2024
Mona's BSc Tourism Management programme ranked 118th globally, CEOWORLD Magazine.
2023
Best Research Publication — Faculty of Social Sciences, The University of the West Indies. View Publications →
August 2021 – July 2025
Senior Lecturer — The University of the West Indies, Jamaica.
April 2017 – October 2020
Head of Department — Centre for Hotel and Tourism Management, The University of the West Indies, Nassau.
January 2012 – July 2021
Lecturer, Tourism — The University of the West Indies.
2010
PhD Research Student of the Year — Institute of Travel and Tourism, UK.