Jie Zheng, Technology Team Lead at TUI Group, leads the Innovation Hub - Sourcing’s initiatives in global AI transformation. With over five years of experience in scaling AI capabilities, Jie’s team emphasises the business impact of innovation, guiding the transition from discovery to enterprise integration.

Collaborating closely with TUI's innovation team, Jie leverages a robust ecosystem of university and startup partnerships to bridge the gap between theoretical breakthroughs and industrial applications. Holding an MSc in Data Science and a credential from Carnegie Mellon’s Chief Data Officer program, Jie specialises in the intersection of data/AI technology and hospitality. Their work ensures that TUI remains at the forefront of the industry through technical excellence and cultural agility.