February 2, 2016  

Business and tourism experts on Zika virus

WEST LAFAYETTE, Ind. — The World Health Organization has declared the Zika virus an international public health emergency. The following Purdue University experts can discuss travel and tourism related to the Zika virus.

 

Jonathon Day, associate professor in hospitality and tourism management, can talk about the economic impact the Zika virus has on international travel destinations. Day also can discuss how hospitality industry campaigns can help consumers evaluate destinations for health and safety.

Day has been instrumental in developing marketing strategies for international tourism destinations. His research interests include sustainable tourism and hospitality practices.

CONTACT: Jonathon Day, gjday@purdue.edu

 

John Wensveen, a professor and head of the Purdue Polytechnic Institute's School of Aviation and Transportation Technology, can talk about the impact of the virus on the airline industry, including the highlights of precautions taken and the economic impact.

Wensveen is an expert in airline management with the primary focus on business plan development, strategic planning and the startup process. In addition to his administrative role, Wensveen is an active researcher and expert speaker with a concentration on the airline startup process. He has extensive aviation experience and has held various senior management positions in the aviation industry and aviation higher education worldwide.

CONTACT: John Wensveen, 765-496-3136, jwensvee@purdue.edu 

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Zika virus and mosquito experts

 

Writers:

John Hughey, 765-494-2432, hugheyj@purdue.edu

Brian Huchel, 765-494-2084, bhuchel@purdue.edu 

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