Our Academic Team

Warren Stanworth

Academic Dean

Bio

Prior to moving to a professional career in education in 2010, Warren has had significant work experience in various industries. Warren brings many years of lecturing experience to AIHM, having taught and managed faculties and programmes at institutions in the UK and Thailand.

Warren is responsible for programme planning and development at all levels of the institute and drives excellence in teaching and learning through pedagogical innovations and solutions incorporating new technology and digital options. He is responsible for student academic progress and satisfaction.

Education:
• Masters of Business Administration - University of Central Lancashire
• Post Graduate Certificate in Education - University of Central Lancashire
• Executive Diploma in Management Studies - Lancaster University
• BA (Hons) Business Administration - Huddersfield University

Ishaan Dargan

Practical Arts Programme Leader and Lecturer

Bio

Ishaan is responsible for developing the Practical Arts semester within the BBA programme while taking a leading role in students' teaching.

He has graduated from Blue Mountains Hotel School Leura, Australia, with a Bachelor of Commerce (Hospitality & Tourism). Prior to moving to a professional career in education in 2013, Ishaan gained significant work experience in various Hospitality roles, including being the General Manager of Hotel in Bangkok. As a Lecturer at an International University, he was a leading member of the Hospitality faculty and responsible for delivering a wide range of academic and practical hospitality subjects.

Education:
• Bachelor of Commerce in Hospitality &Tourism Management - University of New England
• Advance Diploma in Hospitality Management - Blue Mountains Hotel School
• Diploma in International Tourism - City & Guilds of London Institute

Gavin Tiffin

Lecturer in Hospitality Management (F&B Chef - Culinary Arts)

Bio

Gavin is the lecturer for Culinary Arts. Prior to relocating to Thailand in 2018, Gavin held senior roles in various hospitality venues across the UK. He brings a wide range of skills and knowledge. Manging complex kitchen operations, front of the house, and back of the house.

He has acquired experience in preparing and cooking across a range of events, from thousands at a banquet to small intimate dinners.

Opening and operating his own restaurant gave him valuable insight into the world of entrepreneurship.

Holding a degree in International Business Hospitality Management from Derby University, as well as TESOL certification. He has spent time teaching English to a range of students from all backgrounds, as well as acting as a mentor to staff and apprentices in the past.

Education:
• Bachelor of Arts (Hons) International Hospitality Business Management, University of Derby
• TESOL Certification, TEFL International

Samantha Lauver-Marion

Head of Student Engagement

Bio

Samantha first joined Minor Hotels a decade ago, first as an intern, and afterwards spent a number of years in operational roles at various properties around the world before relocating to Minor Hotels Global Office in Bangkok, Thailand to focus on the development of the Loyalty & Partnership Marketing department. In her current role as Head of Student Engagement Samantha is focused on the student’s experience ensuring that all those who embark on a journey with AIHM will be empowered to craft their own individual development plans to reach their career goals whether that be within hospitality industry or as entrepreneurs building a new world with their unique vision.

Education:
Bachelor of Science, Tourism & Hospitality Management – Temple University