Prof Bai, Professor and Associate Dean of Research in the William F. Harrah College of Hospitality at the University of Nevada Las Vegas (UNLV), has been dedicated to the tourism and hospitality industry since 1980s. He oversees all on-campus master’s degree programs in the college. He also represents the college on the Research Leadership Council and Top Tier Graduate Enrollment Management Committee for Graduate Education at UNLV. To nurture new talent, Prof Bai mentors faculty (especially junior faculty) on research career issues and engages faculty in strategic research partnerships with the industry.

Over the years, Prof Bai has been actively engaging in grant writing and has a successful record of funding from both internal (college and university) and external organizations. He received the most prestigious awards that only recognize the most impactful scholars for their long-term contribution to hospitality scholarship and research.

As one of the most supportive PolyU SHTM graduates, Prof Bai has provided continuous contribution to various SHTM events for over a decade. He has taught at PolyU and has been a frequent speaker at PolyU conferences and forums. Caring about the students at his alma mater, he has donated to support the SHTM students affected by COVID-19.