Paul Chong
PAUL Chong has been named vice president of business development at Carnival Asia, where he is tasked with assisting in the implementation of the cruise company’s growth strategies within Asia.
In this new role, Chong will develop strategic partnerships, identify investments and acquisitions in key markets or destinations, grow Carnival’s reach in Asia and nurture cruise industry associations. He reports to Carnival Asia chairman and CEO, Pier Luigi Foschi.
Chong takes up his new position after close to 13 years of heading the international business development efforts of Banyan Tree Holdings, where he also served as general counsel.
