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2026 News, Notes and Awards

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    Skylar Deichmann, '22, Sport and Entertainment Management, '23, Master of Sport and Entertainment Management

    Skylar Deichmann was promoted to director of corporate partnerships for the Allen Americans.

  • William Dissen headshot

    William Dissen, '06, Master of International Hospitality and Tourism Management

    William Dissen was named 2026 Restaurateur of the Year by the North Carolina Restaurant and Lodging Association.

  • Jordan Knight headshot

    Jordan Knight, '25, Retailing

    Jordan Knight accepted a new position as a rotational intern at The Tree Farm, a private golf club in Batesburg, South Carolina.

  • Taylor Lemons headshot

    Taylor Lemons, '24, Hospitality Management

    Taylor Lemons joined the Greater Orlando Sports Commission as manager of marketing and communications.

  • Robin Hillyer Miles headshot

    Robin Hillyer Miles, '85, Hospitality, Restaurant and Tourism Administration

    Robin Hillyer Miles, writing as Robin Hillyer-Miles, published her first full-length novel, Cathy's Corner, A Marion's Corner Story.

  • Walter Jackson headshot

    Walter Jackson, '26, Bachelor of Arts in Interdisciplinary Studies in Services Management

    McCutchen House production chef Walter Jackson earned his Bachelor of Arts in Interdisciplinary Studies in Services Management.

  • Chris Knenevich headshot

    Chris Knezevich, '26, Master of International Hospitality and Tourism Management

    School of Hospitality and Tourism Management instructor Chris Knezevich completed his Master of International Hospitality and Tourism Management.

  • Courtney McKinney headshot

    Courtney McKinney, '22, Retailing - Fashion Merchandising and Digital Innovations

    Courtney McKinney worked on the Lowe’s basketball campaign featuring fellow Gamecock and WNBA star A’ja Wilson and NBA star Jalen Brunson. She supported the ad shoot by ensuring all product logistics were handled seamlessly and ready for execution.

  • Christina Nelson headshot

    Christina Nelson, '12, Hospitality Management

    Christina Nelson began a new position as interim president and CEO of the Greater CWC Chamber and Visitor Programs.

  • Dante Ratto headshot

    Dante Ratto, '25, Master of Sport and Entertainment Management

    Dante Ratto was promoted to season ticket account executive with the New Orleans Saints and Pelicans.

  • Myles Solomon headshot

    Myles Solomon, '99, Sport and Entertainment Management

    Myles Solomon was named the first director of sports law at the University of Georgia School of Law.

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