With over three decades in hotel and restaurant hospitality, Jeffrey Stephen Parker is a recognized leader in the field. His career, primarily focused on hospitality technology, spans over thirty-five years. Parker excels in technologies that enhance guest engagement and empower hotel teams to optimize the guest experience. His achievements include designing and implementing tech systems crucial in improving guest experiences.

Parker's expertise has benefited some of the world's largest management companies, leading teams on essential tech initiatives for franchised and independent hotels. He notably contributed to a major US franchise company with eleven brands and over 1,000 select-service hotels. Currently, Parker is the Vice President of Property Technology at Sage Hospitality, overseeing more than forty branded hotels and twenty-plus food & beverage establishments.

Known for leveraging cutting-edge technologies to improve cost efficiencies, customer service, and guest retention, Parker excels in building partnerships and enhancing Hospitality Technology integrations. During the COVID-19 pandemic, he led teams in applying innovative solutions from various sectors to tackle unique industry challenges.

Active in hospitality education, Parker is involved with HFTP and AHLA\HTNG, presenting at educational sessions and participating in committees and boards. He frequently contributes to hospitality industry publications.

Outside of work, Parker enjoys time with his wife, Karen, and their dog, Misty. They have two sons, Joseph (23) and David (28), and recently welcomed daughter-in-law, Amy, into their family.