Cura Hospitality is pleased to announce the promotion of Dr. Michael Williams, DBA, MBA, RD, CDN, FAND to Vice President of Operations and Food Strategy. Featured in FoodService Equipment and Supplies Magazine, FSD Magazine, McKnights Senior Living, and LeadingAge PA,
In this expanded leadership role, Michael will continue to support the clinical nutrition and culinary services, supporting the registered dietitians, registered technicians, and executive chefs across sites. He also supports clinical and policies, recipe systems and development, purchasing, regulatory compliance, social environmental initiatives, and regulatory compliance while playing a key role in shaping Cura’s culinary strategy.
Michael also leads the development and execution of Cura’s signature therapeutic and nutrient-rich food programs designed to support at-risk residents including Handcrafted Delights and Puree Creations– all of which are widely recognized for advancing nutrition and helping residents dine with dignity. Michael is also responsible for food service operations across the Southeast region, supporting key accounts including Baylor Health, Woman’s Hospital, Texas Health Resources and Natchitoches Regional Medical Center.
A registered dietitian and executive chef with more than 20 years of experience in foodservice leadership, Michael has held a variety of progressive leadership positions, including executive chef, clinical nutrition supervisor, marketing associate, director of food & nutrition, regional director of operations, and vice president of nutrition and wellness. In addition to his industry experience, Dr. Williams has contributed to higher education, teaching courses such as organization management of food service systems, organizational behavior in food business systems and food systems at the university level.
Michael earned an associate’s degree in culinary arts and a bachelor’s degree in culinary nutrition from Johnson & Wales University, a Master of Business Administration from the University of Phoenix, and a Doctor of Business Administration with a specialization in leadership from Walden University.
Michael resides in Horry County, South Carolina, with his wife and two children and pet cat.
