Join Young Professionals Knoxville’s Professional Development Committee for the first event in our new Lunch & Learn series, featuring Dr. Douglas A. Battleson, Assistant Professor of Information Systems at East Tennessee State University. This session will focus on the technology industry, but is designed for young professionals and students from all backgrounds who are interested in learning from diverse career journeys and industry insights.

Dr. Battleson brings a wealth of experience from a 24-year professional career spanning roles at SAP America, John Deere, and the U.S. Army. As the architect of ETSU’s Intelligent Enterprise academic program, he collaborates with industry partners to shape curriculum, foster internships, and drive joint research. His expertise includes turning around complex information system projects and advancing innovative enterprise technologies, with research published in leading journals such as the European Journal of Information Systems and IEEE IT Professional.

In addition to exploring trends and challenges in technology, Dr. Battleson will share his multidisciplinary career trajectory and lessons learned across multiple sectors. This event offers valuable perspectives for anyone interested in technology, professional growth, and navigating varied career paths.

Stay tuned for future sessions in this series, each highlighting a different industry and featuring accomplished professionals with diverse experiences.