The research assistants aid in the hospitality and tourism survey development, collection, data analysis, and reporting. They utilize other research methods to collect primary and secondary data for the tourism and hospitality industry. As a result, they gain real world experiences in the field that builds on their classroom knowledge. The assistants additionally organize final research reports to be delivered to the LRITI’s clients. These clients include: chambers of commerce, private companies, non-profit organizations, homeowner associations, non-government organizations, and others.