Professor, Recreation and Leisure Studies, Faculty of Health
Troy's research examines how social infrastructure fosters meaningful connection, with a growing interest in the workplace as a site of social engagement. More specifically, how can employers create conditions for social connection in the context of remote and hybrid work? Without opportunities to build relationships, employees are less loyal and engaged, raising concerns for organizational resilience. Troy is also interested in exploring the implications of generative AI, particularly whether parasocial relationships with AI will emerge, and what this means for employee wellbeing and human connection at work.