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Jo Hansen - Responsible Tourism Consultant at Mekong Experiences
Age: 45-54
Career Journey
Jo Hansen began her career with a BA Hons in Hotel Management from South Bank University, progressing through various sales and marketing roles in the hotel industry. She worked her way up from Tele-Marketing and Sales Coordinator to Director of Sales and Marketing at hotels across South East England.
After gaining extensive industry experience, Jo took time to travel and volunteer, eventually settling in Cambodia, where she completed a Masters in Responsible Tourism Management. She applied her knowledge by working with local communities and establishing a charity focused on vocational training in hospitality and tourism. Since returning to Kent, Jo has taken on remote consultancy roles while balancing family life.
Career Highlights
One of Jo’s proudest achievements is setting up a charity in Cambodia to help young adults escape the cycle of poverty by funding vocational training in hospitality and tourism.
What Jo Enjoys Most About Her Job
For Jo, the most rewarding aspect of her career is simply-everything! She thrives on making a difference and applying her expertise to create positive change.
Key Skills and Expertise
Jo has developed a broad skill set, including business management, people leadership, sustainability, accounting, reporting, networking, sales, marketing, and IT proficiency. Her ability to empathise and understand different cultures has been invaluable in her work.