What do architecture, professional sports, tourism, and media have in common? They all rely on the hospitality mindset. Join us for a conversation with four Utah professionals working across these industries and discover how hospitality connects to careers in marketing, tourism, ski and snowboarding, architecture, sports, and beyond.
Emir Tursic — HKS
With more than 20 years of experience, Emir Tursic leads HKS Salt Lake City and its Hospitality practice, working across hospitality, entertainment, mixed-use, and residential projects. His portfolio includes destination resorts, luxury mountain communities, hotels, and developments helping shape Salt Lake City and the Wasatch Mountains.
Houston Deck — U.S. Ski & Snowboard
Houston Deck is a High Performance Specialist with U.S. Ski & Snowboard, where he works with athletes and coaches to support performance at the highest levels of sport. His career in strength and conditioning has taken him from professional soccer organizations to collegiate athletics and ski academies.
Ryan Mack — Visit Salt Lake
Ryan Mack serves as Chief Communications & Experience Officer at Visit Salt Lake, where he leads destination storytelling, communications, stakeholder engagement, and experience development. His work helps shape how Salt Lake is promoted and experienced by visitors from around the world.
Tunisha Brown — IMPACT Magazine
Tunisha Brown is the founder and publisher of IMPACT Magazine, a national media platform exploring Black life, leadership, wealth, power, and legacy. Through journalism, storytelling, and live programming, she challenges audiences to look beyond the headlines and better understand the forces shaping our communities.
Bring your questions and get an inside look at the different career paths, skills, and experiences that can shape a career in hospitality and its many connected industries.
About Table for Four
Table for Four is a free, small-group networking experience for students of all majors, offering the chance to connect with professionals over a hosted meal. Come curious, ask questions, build connections, and discover career paths and experiences both within and beyond the hospitality industry.