In his role as Teaching Assistant Professor of Information Technology and Business Analytics at the Poole College of Management, Neal Parker is passionate about equipping students to navigate the crossroads of business and IT. Whether he is in front of a class or behind a game console, he brings a dedication to learning and a deep care for people to his work.
Q&A with Neal Parker
What initially sparked your interest in computers and IT systems?
Back before Windows came onto the scene, I taught myself programming using Microsoft Basic. From there, it was a natural transition for me to study engineering and business. The intersection between money and computers has always intrigued me. For example, after the Great Recession, we found that video games were a recession-resistant product because of their repeatable and immersive characteristics. Video games don’t compete with other temporary forms of entertainment like…
