August 19, 2019
Recent SHL grad opens Residence Inn as a general manager
Emily Pearce
Emily Pearce graduated from the ECU hospitality program in the summer of 2018 and recently opened a Residence Inn by Marriott in Tuscaloosa, Alabama, as the general manager.
How was she prepared for this responsibility fresh out of college?
“I worked at the Courtyard by Marriott on Stantonsburg Road during my time at ECU, so I was able to immediately apply everything I learned in my classes into my work,” said Pearce. “This experience and education helped me be 100% confident (that) I was receiving my degree in the right field for my future.”
Was Dr. Bob O’Halloran, director of the College’s School of Hospitality (SHL) Leadership, surprised by Emily’s early success?
No.
“Emily is an example of an SHL graduate who is very prepared for responsibility, management and leadership in the hospitality industry,” said O’Halloran. “The combination of our graduate’s success in a solid academic curriculum, required internships, intelligence and work ethic have meshed together to create another SHL emerging leader. We are very proud of her!”
For more information about the College’s School of Hospitality Leadership, click here.
Did you know?
One hundred percent of SHL graduates land jobs after graduation.
