HRM Career Fair & Symposium

This event aims to bridge the gap between students and companies in the retail and hospitality industries. Hosted by the Department of Hospitality and Retail Management, we invite you to explore career opportunities, network with industry professionals, and gain valuable insights. Participating companies can connect with talented students from freshmen to graduate students, showcase their brands, and recruit potential interns or employees. By focusing on fostering connections and facilitating meaningful interactions, this event plays a vital role in shaping the future of professionals and advancing the industry. Industry partners can reserve a table at no charge. Please email Joseph.kleypas@ttu.edu for more information.
2026 EVENT DETAILS:
Date: April 2, 2026
Time: 9:00 AM to 2:00 PM
Location: Overton Hotel & Conference Center
2322 Mac Davis Lane; Lubbock, Texas 79401
AGENDA
- 8:00 AM – Vendor Setup
- 9:00 AM – Career Fair
- 10:00 AM – Panel
- 11:00 AM – Panel
- 12:00 PM – Lunch Provided
- 1:00 PM – Career Fair
SUPPORT FUTURE EVENTS
By becoming a partner, you can enhance your visibility, engage directly with future leaders in the field, and hire top talent eager to make an immediate impact in your organization. Your support makes these impactful events possible and strengthens our commitment to fostering professional growth and innovation.
Please email Joseph.Kleypas@ttu.edu if you have any questions about partnership opportunities. Thank you for supporting our students' journey to success.
Partnership Levels
- Title Partner: $5,000
- Lunch Partner: $2,500
- Panel Partner: $1,000
- Partner: $250+
Partner logos are included in printed material and on the website.
PREVIOUS PARTNERS





Patrick Tehan & Family
PREVIOUS ATTENDEES
Retailers
- United Supermarkets
- Lillie's Bridal Boutique
- Target
- H-E-B
- The Buckle
- Dillards
- Maurices
- CVS Health
Lodging
- Marriott International
- Aimbridge
- White Lodging
- Hilton RMCC
- Omni Hotels
Sales/Distribution
- Labatt Food Service
- Authentic Taste
- Enterprise Mobility
- Landcare
- Southern Glazer's
- Techtronic Industries (TTI)
- GALLO
Club Management
- Club Management Association of America
- Lubbock Country Club
- Midland Country Club
Events, Attractions, Wine Destinations
- Adventure Park
- Dave and Busters
- Llano Estacado Winery
- Freeman Events
- Rocker B Ranch
- Boot Ranch
- The Willows Events & Catering
Food and Beverage
- Parrys Pizza
- Pappas Restaurants
- Far Out Hospitality
- Madoline Hospitality
- Jason Dady Restaurants
- Orlando's/Caprock Cafe
- Vandelay Hospitality
- J. Alexander's and Stoney River Restaurants
Future Event Dates
2026 Fall Career Fair: October 1, 2026
Hospitality and Retail Management
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Address
Texas Tech University, P.O. Box 41240, Lubbock, TX 79409-1240 -
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Email
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