Welcome to Prof Talks, an interdisciplinary interactive interview series at MCCC featuring diverse professionals from a wide array of fields. The purpose of this series is to enrich MCCC students with the experiences of these individuals, giving our students new insights into academic journeys and career paths. This is a special project led by Dr. Stephanie Nnadi and Amanda M. Leftwich, M.S.L.S. Contact Dr. Stephanie Nnadi (snnadi@mc3.edu) or Amanda M. Leftwich (aleftwich@mc3.edu) for more information.
Guest Talk Speakers
Friday, September 30, 2022, at 12:30pm | Zoom Link |
Friday, October 21, 2022, at 12:30pm | Zoom Link |
Shawn Andre Murray is an Assistant Professor of Tourism & Hospitality Management and Discipline & Program Coordinator Hospitality at Montgomery County Community College. As an author, historian, and storyteller his research interests include diversity & inclusion, hotel operations, destination planning/management, sustainability, and consumer behavior with an emphasis on how corporate businesses can improve the enjoyment of work for employees. Murray currently serves on the SKAL Philadelphia Board, Philadelphia Convention & Visitor Bureau Diversity Board, and Independence Visitor Center Board along with leading the educational components for the National Association of Black Hotel Owners, Operators & Developers annual conference. He's often featured as a speaker at national conferences discussing how inclusive workplaces can improve the lives of all stakeholders. He graduated from Johnson & Wales University, Montgomery County Community College, Gwynedd Mercy University, Villanova University, La Salle University, and Arizona State University. Shawn is currently a doctoral candidate at the University of Charleston, West Virginia. Friday, November 11, 2022, at 12:30pm | Zoom Link |