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Paul Willard is a Lecturer in Tourism, Hospitality, and Events at La Trobe University. He has held academic positions since 2005, including Sessional Lecturer (2005-2009), Associate Lecturer (2009-2012), and his current role since 2013. He teaches at both Bendigo and Bundoora campuses, focusing on event management and sustainable practices. Paul holds a PhD (2016), MBus (2007), BBus (Hons) (2004), and a Diploma in Hospitality Management (1992). His research explores experiential tourism, regional development through events, heritage management, and site interpretation.
His educational journey spans La Trobe University and William Angliss College, with degrees in Business and Hospitality Management. Before academia, Paul worked in the hotel industry (1988-1995) and events sector (1996-2007), managing diverse events from personal gatherings to hallmark events.
Paul’s teaching includes subjects like THS1FEM (Introduction to Event Management), THS2HME (Hallmark Events), and THS3SCE (Sustainable Community Events). His research outputs focus on future tourism scenarios, crisis management, and visitor experiences, often co-authored with experts like Frew E and Lade C. No scientific awards are listed, and grants/advising details remain unspecified. His work integrates interdisciplinary approaches to address contemporary challenges in tourism and hospitality.
