Michael Pittman

michael.pittman@alliant.edu

Assistant Professor

Michael Pittman

Biography

Dr. Michael Pittman received his Ph.D. from Purdue University in Hospitality & Tourism Management in 2022. In addition to his faculty appointment, Dr. Pittman has accrued a decade of experience in various roles within the hospitality organizations including Disney, Darden, and P.F. Chang’s. Dr. Pittman’s research area is primarily within human resources management and organizational psychology seeking to understand (a) why people behave certain ways in the workplace and (b) how to utilize this information to encourage positive behavior and discourage negative behavior. 

Education and Certifications

PhD in Hospitality & Tourism Management, Purdue University, 2022