Hallvor Lyngstad is a seasoned professional with extensive experience in higher education and tourism management. Currently serving as a Senior Advisor at the University of Stavanger since August 2005, Hallvor focuses on research training within the Faculty of Arts and Education. Hallvor also contributed to the development of a bachelor's degree in tourism and hospitality management at the University of Fianarantsoa in Madagascar. Previous roles include managing payroll for Dolly Dimples restaurants in Rogaland and participating in operational studies for Norwegian guesthouses through Fredskorpset. Hallvor holds a Master of Science in International Hotel and Tourism Administration from the University of Stavanger and furthered education at Cornell University.