10/21/2026
🎓✨ Inspiring the Next Generation of Hospitality Professionals! ✨🏨
This week, Holiday Inn Express Hattiesburg – West had the pleasure of welcoming students from the Hospitality & Tourism Management program for a unique, hands-on learning experience!
A special thank you to Dr. Wendi McLain for reaching out and inviting our General Manager, Troy Orgeron, to share his professional experiences, insights, and the day-to-day operations of managing a hotel with her students this semester.
But the learning didn’t stop in the classroom!
This week, students joined our team for a “Day in the Life” experience, where they had the opportunity to shadow team members across our hotel’s departments, gain firsthand insight into daily operations, and see what it truly takes to deliver exceptional hospitality.
And because we wanted to make sure these future hospitality leaders are prepared for wherever their careers may take them, each student left with their very own Hospitality Survival Kit! 🎁
At Holiday Inn Express Hattiesburg – West, we believe hospitality is more than an industry — it’s about people, passion, teamwork, and creating memorable experiences.
The future of hospitality is bright, and we’re proud to play a small part in helping inspire its next generation of leaders! 💙🧡
Thank you again to Dr. McLain and her students for allowing our team to be part of their educational journey!
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