Amy M. Dorey, CMP

Amy M. Dorey, CMP

Associate Professor
Marketing
Phone: (231) 591-2383
Email: [email protected]

Education

• MBA, Ferris State University, Business Administration, Advanced Studies Quality Management
• Certificate, Ferris State University, Advanced Studies in Quality Management
• BS, Central Michigan University, Biology and Environmental Science

Biography

Amy Dorey is an Associate Professor in the College of Business at Ferris State University, combining her extensive background in high-profile event management with a commitment to experiential learning for students. Since joining Ferris State, Amy has brought her passion for the effective design and delivery of exceptional guest experiences to campus. Her work in complex guest services operations for internationally renowned events like the X Games and Lollapalooza enriches her teaching, as she integrates these real-world insights into hands-on applications that bring course concepts to life.

Amy holds the prestigious Certified Meeting Professional credential from the Events Industry Council and is currently completing her Digital Event Strategy certification with the Professional Convention Management Association. Her recent sabbatical focused on the intersection of technology and event management, with a specialization in AI applications for the meetings and event industry. Amy’s dedication to the creative development of student experiences ensures her graduates are equipped with practical, transferable skills to thrive in the dynamic fields of hospitality and event management.

Presentations

• Oral Presentation
  Dorey, A. M. (Presenter), Leatherman, N. (Presenter), TRENDS, "Unlocking Innovation: Boosting Recruitment with Interdisciplinary Robotics Competition," Michigan Occupational Deans Administrative Council, Muskegon, MI, (October 26, 2023).
• Webinar
  Dorey, A. M. (Panelist), Lead & Learn, "Letting go of the Lead: Women in Recreation," Association of Outdoor Recreation and Education, Webinar: online, (August 16, 2023).
• Lecture
  Dorey, A. M. (Author & Presenter), Staff Wide Training, "Current Safety & Sanitation Procedures for Food Service Establishments," FSU Dining Services, (December 18, 2019).
• Oral Presentation
  Dorey, A. M. (Panelist), Kent County Hospitality Association Monthly Educational Meeting, "Hospitality Education," Kent County Hospitality Association, Grand Rapids, MI, (September 20, 2019).
• Oral Presentation & Engagement Activity
  Dorey, A. M. (Presenter), Pre-College Program OMSS Pre-College Visit, "Careers in Business: Hospitality Management," FSU OMSS/Detroit Premier Academy, FSU Main Campus, (May 4, 2019).
• Workshop Author and Presenter
  Dorey, A. M., Michigan Restaurant Association Culinary Boot Camp, "Event Sales and Service," Michigan Restaurant Association, Hersey, Michigan, (June 27, 2016).
• Demonstration
  Kiio, K., Dorey, A. M., Fall Semester Career Week, "Professional Etiquette in Dining," CLACS, (October 19, 2015).
• Paper
  Dorey, A. M. (Author & Presenter), ANFP Michigan Fall Conference 2015, "TableTop WOW," Association of Nutrition & Foodservice Professionals, Ferris State University, Big Rapids, MI, (September 25, 2015).
• Oral Presentation
  Dorey, A. M. (Author & Presenter), Kiio, K. (Author & Presenter), Spring Semester Career Week, "Professional Etiquette in Dining," FSU CLACS, University Center, Big Rapids, MI, (March 23, 2015).
• Seminar
  Doyle, J. A. (Author & Presenter), Dorey, A. M. (Presenter), Fall Semester Career Week, "Etiquette in Dining Seminar," CLACS, Ferris State University, (October 20, 2014).