Dr. Jackie Lei Tin Ong

Dr. Jackie Lei Tin Ong is a seasoned educator and professional with over 25 years of international experience in tourism, hospitality management, and sustainable development. Former Senior Lecturer and Program Manager at RMIT University Vietnam, where she spearheaded curriculum innovation and interdisciplinary research that propelled the Tourism and Hospitality Management program into the global Top 76–100 (Shanghai Ranking) within five years of its launch. Her academic and professional work integrates project-based and problem-based learning, sustainability planning, and community engagement, connecting theory with real-world practice across Asia-Pacific contexts. Dr. Ong is recognized for her commitment to inclusive education, global collaboration, and applied research that bridges academic inquiry with practical policy outcomes in the tourism and hospitality sectors. Her expertise spans sustainability, community engagement, and industry development. A skilled leader and capacity builder, Dr. Ong has trained government officials and industry professionals from more than 60 countries, fostering cross-cultural understanding and advancing sustainable tourism development. Frequently sought by media for her insights on Asia tourism and hospitality sector, she continues to pursue research on sustainable tourism, leadership, and destination management.