Nick is from Pennsylvania and earned his PhD from Kent State University. He has visited over 100 countries and has both lived abroad and conducted international research. His passions are placemaking and social regeneration, and measuring the impact of largescale events on communities. When he isn't researching or teaching, he LOVES to catch sporting events around the Valley, support TSA activities, and build Lego towers with his two adorable kids.

Korrie Brown Gernert has worked at ASU since 2011 in varying capacities. She has a Masters degree in Sustainable Tourism, a Graduate Certificate in Instructional Design and is currently pursuing a Masters degree in Learning Design and Technologies. She currently serves as the Associate Director of Employer Relations on ASU’s Career Services team, and is a Faculty Associate with the School of Community Resources and Development, teaching tourism and leadership and professional development courses. Korrie is passionate about the future of work, the intersection of positive psychology and careers, the science of gratitude, St. Louis Cardinals baseball, the importance of self-care and life-long learning, travel and the power of place. She spends her free time traveling, running and hiking with her large family and group of friends. She also enjoys reading, eating local foods, listening to podcasts, teaching pilates, camping and kayaking.

Eleanor Brillo is Career Counselor at ASU's School of Geographical Sciences and Urban Planning (SGSUP). She is a 'Double Devil', holding a Bachelor of Science in Tourism Development and Management (Meetings and Events) and a Master of Sustainable Tourism from ASU. Her past roles have included Tourism and Events Intern at City of Scottsdale, Sales and Events Coordinator at Chateau Luxe, Marketing Specialist at the Arizona Office of Tourism, and Career Advisor at ASU Career Services (Downtown Phoenix Campus).  Eleanor served as Marketing Director of TSA (22-23) and President (23-24) and has continued her contributions to our organization as she enjoys her role on the Tempe Campus managing SGSUP employer and alumni relations while also working 1:1 with and coordinating internship placements for future geography, GIS and planning professionals.  

Arian has 15+ years of international experience in the global cruise, tourism and healthcare industries. She is passionate about experiential learning and international collaboration. Learn more about Arian here. 

Al partners with students in the Master of Finance program and undergraduate Finance, Economics, Financial Planning, Tourism, Human Resources, Applied Technology, and Agribusiness degree programs. Al helps students maximize their potential through self-reflection, networking, and persistent focus on achieving career goals. With several years of higher education experience, Al has served as a career counselor at The Pennsylvania State University and the University of Nebraska – Lincoln College of Business.

Outside of higher education, Al has over 2 decades of experience working in the pyrotechnics industry shooting and manufacturing professional display fireworks. Al completed two degrees at The Pennsylvania State University, obtaining a Bachelor of Arts in psychology in 2017 followed by a Master of Education in counselor education in 2020.

Kama works directly with students in the Master of Finance program and undergraduate Finance, Economics, Financial Planning, Human Resources, Tourism, Applied Technology, and Agribusiness degree programs. Kama has a passion for helping others identify their talents with a goal to support them on their journey towards their potential.

She has experience in human resources in supply chain/logistics, staffing and health care industries as well as professional experience in higher education, non-profit (arts), performing arts (arts education), and the music industry. Kama holds a Masters of Arts in administration and supervision (educator/trainer) and a Bachelors of Arts in speech communication from Montclair State University. She also has completed course work towards a Masters in music business from New York University.