Michael O. Smith delivers Xavier University's 2021 commencement address. As an hotelier and philanthropist, Smith has spent more than 40 years with Hyatt. He also supports programs and organizations of diversity and inclusion, education, religion and community.

In 2005, Smith received widespread recognition for his efforts in safely evacuating nearly 4,000 guests and staff, along with supporting government officials in transporting thousands of residents from the Superdome through the hotel to buses departing the city during Hurricane Katrina.

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Michael O. Smith delivers 2021 commencement address at Xavier University