Matthew Von Ertfelda

Matthew Von Ertfelda is a seasoned professional with a diverse educational background and extensive experience in the hospitality industry.

He holds a Bachelor of Science Degree with Distinction in Hotel Management from the prestigious Cornell Peter and Stephanie Nolan School of Hotel Administration.

Matthew has also pursued various certificates to enhance his skills, including Executive Education from the Marriott Executive Education Program, Mandarin Chinese from the Taipei Language Institute, French Cooking from L'Ecole de Gastronomie Française Ritz-Escoffier, Fine Arts transfer from Northwestern University, Smart Cities from Harvard University Graduate School of Design, and Building, Leading, and Sustaining the Innovative Organization from MIT Sloan School of Management.

Throughout his career, Matthew Von Ertfelda has held several key roles at Marriott International, including Senior Vice President of Food + Beverage for both Global and US + Canada Operations, Vice President of Restaurants, Bars and Portfolio Management, as well as leading the Insight, Strategy & Innovation Team.

His previous experiences also include positions such as Senior Director of Design & Development, Director of Concept Design, and various leadership roles at Elite Concepts.

Matthew's rich background encompasses academic knowledge, culinary skills, and strategic business development expertise, making him a well-rounded professional in the field of hospitality.

He has also contributed to the academic realm as a Teaching Assistant at Cornell University School of Hotel Administration and honed his culinary abilities as an Apprentice in Culinary Apprenticeships.

Matthew Von Ertfelda's career trajectory showcases his commitment to continuous learning, innovation, and leadership in the global hospitality sector.