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Jeongyeon (Jennie) Ahn, Ph.D., is an Assistant Professor in the Department of Global Hospitality & Tourism Education at Eastern Kentucky University. Her research focuses on gastronomic tourism, foodservice management, consumer behavior in hospitality, and sustainability practices within the industry. She holds a Ph.D. in Nutrition and Hospitality Management from the University of Mississippi, an M.S. in Tourism Management & Marketing from Bournemouth University, and a B.A. in International Studies from Kyung Hee University.
Her academic work bridges consumer behavior analysis with practical hospitality challenges, such as upselling strategies, social media influence on brand loyalty, and sustainable food practices. Notable publications include studies on environmentally conscious consumer preferences and case studies addressing operational challenges in the hospitality sector.
Awards include the Summer Research Assistantship (2018) and Honors Fellowship (2017) from the University of Mississippi. She maintains active affiliations with the International Council on Hotel, Restaurant, and Institutional Education (ICHRIE).
