The Macau University of Science and Technology Faculty of Hospitality and Tourism Management Alumni Association (hereinafter referred to as the “FHTMAA”) organized a visit to alumni enterprises in the Greater Bay Area from June 15 to 17, 2026. Following its inaugural visit in July 2024, this second trip aimed to further consolidate alumni networks, deepen industry-academia collaboration, and explore the integration of emerging technologies such as artificial intelligence with the cultural and tourism sector. The delegation, led by Professor Ben K. Goh, Dean of the Faculty of Hospitality and Tourism Management and Honorary Advisor of the FHTMAA, visited Guangzhou, Foshan, Shenzhen, and Zhuhai over the three-day itinerary.
On the first day, the delegation arrived in Guangzhou and visited Air Wheel, a company founded by alumnus Hao Yu, to learn about its current development and industry trends. The delegation then traveled to Foshan for a key visit to Guangzhou VertGrow Technology Company, founded by alumnus Gao Shang. The company specializes in AI-driven operational models and industry solutions. The delegation engaged in in-depth discussions with the alumni team on “AI + Tourism” scenarios, exploring innovative applications of artificial intelligence in hotel management, travel services, and commercial operations.
Visiting the Air Wheel company founded by fellow alumnus Hao Yu
Visiting VertGrow Company founded by alumnus Gao Shang
During the Shenzhen leg, the delegation visited the Xinghe World Park in Longgang District to study its operational strategies and asset management models, while also gaining insights into alumni career progression within the enterprise. On the final day, the delegation returned to Zhuhai and toured the Zhuhai Renheng InterContinental Hotel, where alumni are employed, to observe high-end hotel operations and service innovations firsthand, keeping abreast of the latest trends in the Greater Bay Area’s hospitality industry.
Visiting Shenzhen Galaxy World Park
Visiting Zhuhai Renheng InterContinental Hotel
Throughout the trip, the FHTMAA hosted three admissions information sessions and networking dinners – the “Guangzhou Gathering,” “Shenzhen Gathering,” and “Zhuhai Gathering” – inviting alumni representatives from each city. These events not only updated alumni on the Faculty’s latest developments and talent cultivation directions but also created valuable platforms for cross-city and cross-cohort interaction. Participating alumni remarked that such gatherings helped expand their professional networks, facilitated experience sharing and resource matching, and offered fresh perspectives for career advancement.
Dean Goh delivered Admissions Presentation
Professor Ben K. Goh highly praised the visit, noting that the vigorous development of the Greater Bay Area presents tremendous opportunities for the cultural and tourism industry. He emphasized that the outstanding achievements of alumni in their respective fields reflect the Faculty’s educational quality. The Faculty will continue to refine its curriculum based on industry needs, providing students with more practical opportunities that align with market demands.
Mr. Patrick Wong, the Chairman of General Assembly of FHTMAA, stated that it will persistently strengthen alumni connections both within the Greater Bay Area and globally, regularly organize exchange activities, and build platforms for industry-academia-research collaboration, jointly advancing tourism education development in Macau. The delegation included Prof. Wong Weng Chou, Assistant Dean of FHTM; Dr. Feng Yan, Program Director; Ms. Michelle Ou, Assistant Administrative Officer and Secretary General of the FHTMAA; Dr. Hong Fang, Assistant Professor; Mr. Ao Ka Wai, Chairman of Executive Committee of FHTMAA, Ms. Wang Ying, Mr. Chen Huiyu and Ms. Liu Yangzi, Vice Chairman of General Assembly of FHTMAA; Mr. Huang Jiamao, Ms. Li Wanzhen, and Dr. Zhou Huizhi, Vice Chairman of Executive Committee of FHTMAA, Ms. Chan Chong Lam, Vice Chairman of Supervisory Board of FHTMAA; Mr. Choi Kit Po, Member of Executive Committee of FHTMAA and Mr. Lai Chi Ho, Member of Supervisory Board of FHTMAA.
