Louie Scott

Louie Scott, Jr. is a Lecturer in the Hospitality Management Department within the College of Business & Technology at the University of North Texas at Dallas. With more than two decades of hospitality leadership and management experience, he brings a unique blend of industry expertise and academic leadership to the classroom, helping students connect hospitality theory with real-world practice and career opportunities. Prior to joining UNT Dallas, Louie served as Program Coordinator and Instructor of Hospitality Management at Tarrant County College, where he led program development initiatives, mentored faculty, advised students, and cultivated industry partnerships that enhanced student learning and workforce readiness. His commitment to student success and experiential learning earned him nominations for the Tarrant County College Chancellor’s Outstanding Faculty Award in both 2024 and 2026. Before entering higher education, Louie built a distinguished career in hotel management as General Manager for multiple select-service Marriott-branded properties, Hotel Manager for Extended Stay Hotels, and Hotel Assistant Manager for The Woodlands Resort and Conference Center. Throughout his career, he led multimillion-dollar operations, strategic planning initiatives, revenue management efforts, team development programs, and guest experience enhancements. In addition to his hospitality leadership, Louie served the City of Dallas as a 311 Call Center Supervisor and Event Coordinator, where he managed customer service operations, community engagement initiatives, and citywide special event coordination. These diverse professional experiences provide valuable real-world insights that enrich his teaching and prepare students to become effective leaders in the hospitality and service industries. At UNT Dallas, Louie is actively involved in student mentorship, strategic planning, recruitment initiatives, and community partnerships. He serves on the UNT Dallas College of Business & Technology Strategic Planning Committee, is a Faculty Mentor for the Trailblazer Elite Program, and works closely with local educational and business partners to strengthen pathways into hospitality education and careers. Louie earned a Master of Business Administration from the University of North Texas at Dallas and a Bachelor of Science in Hotel Management from Texas Tech University. He is currently a Doctor of Education candidate in Higher Education at East Texas A&M University, where his academic interests focus on student success, leadership development, workforce readiness, and innovative approaches to higher education. A dedicated advocate for hospitality education, Louie has served as President of the Hospitality Educators Association of Texas and remains actively engaged in professional, educational, and community organizations throughout Texas. His passion is helping students discover meaningful career pathways while developing the leadership, service, and operational skills necessary to excel in the dynamic hospitality industry.