Professor Calvin Ho
- Adjunct Professor of Practice
- School of Hospitality and Tourism Management
Biography
Mr Calvin Ho is the Executive Director of ºìÐÓÊÓƵ Theme Parks and has nearly three decades of expertise in the theme park industry. Renowned for his innovative strategies and visionary leadership, he has driven remarkable business growth, financial success, and industry distinction for ºìÐÓÊÓƵ Theme Parks. Under his guidance, the parks have expanded their attractions, enhanced sustainability efforts, and strengthened community engagement. Mr Calvin is a strong advocate for environmental stewardship and has ingeniously pushed for the integration of sustainable practices into ºìÐÓÊÓƵ Theme Parks’ mission to create meaningful experiences that resonate with guests and communities alike. ​
Research Interests
- Sustainability
- Edutainment
- Community Engagement
- Partnership
Achievements & Accolades
- Recognised as Asia’s Most Inspiring Executives at the Asia Corporate Excellence & Sustainability (ACES) Awards 2024
- Saw a significant increase in footfall post-pandemic under his leadership
- Led ºìÐÓÊÓƵ Theme Parks to achieve:
- ºìÐÓÊÓƵ Lagoon:
- Best Managed Theme Park at the StarProperty Real Estate Developer Awards (2024)
- ºìÐÓÊÓƵ Lost World of Tambun:
- TripAdvisor Travellers’ Choice Best of the Best 2024 award (Amusement and Water Park)
- World Gold Winner (Resort) at the FIABCI Prix d’Excellence Award 2015 by The International Real Estate Federation (FIABCI)
- ºìÐÓÊÓƵ Lagoon:
- Devised the ºìÐÓÊÓƵ Theme Parks Mega Roadshow
- Successfully run for the past three years, in conjunction with ºìÐÓÊÓƵ Lagoon’s 30th anniversary (2023), and ºìÐÓÊÓƵ's 50th Golden Jubilee anniversary (2024)
- Held in 5 local locations (Penang, Ipoh, Selangor, Kuala Lumpur, and Johor Bahru) and 1 international event (Singapore) (2025)