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Travel Tech Thursdays KL Volume 4: Local Events: Connecting Travellers with the Heart & Soul of Destinations

✨ How CloudJoi Found Its Mojo — And How You Can Find Joy in Events

In today’s travel landscape, events are more than just entertainment—they’re powerful magnets drawing travellers to places that resonate with passion, culture, and purpose. From mega pop concerts that drive hotel spikes (hello, Swifties 👋) to immersive art and wellness festivals in remote deserts like AlUla, event-led tourism is rewriting destination strategies.

But while the spotlight often shines on global spectacles, it’s the local, indie, grassroots events that truly give a destination its soul—and sustainability. These smaller gatherings celebrate community, creativity, and cultural pride, offering authentic experiences that appeal to the next generation of travellers.

Enter CloudJoi, a homegrown Malaysian startup born during the pandemic to give local artists a voice. Today, it’s become a fast-growing events and ticketing platform that connects both locals and visitors to Malaysia’s vibrant arts scene. For travellers seeking real connection, CloudJoi is proving that small is powerful.

Join us this Travel Tech Thursday to discover:

  • The story behind CloudJoi: from pandemic beginnings to platform success
  • Insights into changing traveller behaviour around local events
  • How event data can help shape compelling travel experiences
  • Ways to activate your venues with community-driven programming
  • Practical tips to attract more visitors through local happenings

Who should attend:

  • Tour operators seeking fresh product ideaS
  • OTAs wanting deeper local integration
  • Venue owners looking to energise their spaces
  • Content creators, marketers, and experience designers
  • Anyone passionate about the local arts and creative economy

Meet the Speakers

Dennis LeeCo-founder & CEO, CloudJoi
Kevin TehCo-founder, COO, CloudJoi
William YapCo-founder & CMO, CloudJoi
Dennis LeeCo-founder & CEO, CloudJoi

Dennis Lee, a seasoned actor, singer, and tech entrepreneur, has a wealth of experience in the performing arts. In his career as a musical theatre performer, Dennis has graced the stage in leading roles in productions like “Living Together”, “Avenue Q”, and “Fame the Musical.” He’s also been a part of numerous other noteworthy shows, including “A Streetcar Named Desire,” “Euphrasia the Musical,” and “Medicine Buddha the Musical.” Dennis’ talent and dedication to the arts have earned him awards such as the Mercedes-Benz Award for Creative Excellence and the Best Supporting Actor Award in Short+Sweet Malaysia.

In the realm of technology and entrepreneurship, Dennis co-founded CloudJoi, a groundbreaking digital ticketing and streaming platform. This platform has redefined the theatre experience, offering audiences a one-of-a-kind and immersive journey into the world of the arts. Dennis’ innovative approach has effectively bridged the gap between theatre and technology, revolutionising the arts ecosystem and creating a profound connection between audiences and the arts that was previously unparalleled.

Kevin TehCo-founder, COO, CloudJoi

Kevin Teh is the Co-Founder and Chief Operating Officer (COO) of CloudJoi, a digital platform transforming the performing arts industry in Malaysia through ticketing and streaming solutions. Since launching the platform in May 2020 alongside Dennis Lee and William Yap, CloudJoi has supported over 1,800 shows, partnered with more than 400 organizers, and facilitated over 600,000 ticket sales, generating more than RM30 million in gross merchandise value.

With a background in UI/UX design and a deep passion for technology, Kevin leads product and operational strategy at CloudJoi. He is committed to building intuitive, artist-friendly tools that make it easier for creators to manage and scale their productions. His work bridges the gap between art and technology, helping the local arts ecosystem thrive in a digital-first world.

Kevin also plays an active role in industry conversations around innovation, community support, and the future of creative entrepreneurship in Southeast Asia.

William YapCo-founder & CMO, CloudJoi

An actor, a script writer, a director, a producer and a publicist, the multi-talented William Yap Yai Leong has been active in the local Chinese speaking theater scene since school days.

He made his directing debut in January 2010 by initiating & co-producing “LOVE” short play project and received Best Original Script for his recent “SORRY IN LOVE” project in ADA Drama Awards 2012. His recent directive works such as , , , , , , , , <35>, , , , had received critical acclaims and overwhelmed box office from the audience. His works were always got nominated & won in ADA Drama Awards such as Best Lead Actor, Best Supporting Actress, Best Poster & Best Original Script for . He was invited to be one of the 10 directors to be featured in the klpac 10th Anniversay Director Showcase in which his was well received too. His recent work <35> won the best set and the best lighting design in 15th Boh Cameronian Arts Awards.

William is also the cofounder of CloudJoi, an online ticketed streaming platform for arts & culture shows. Designed and developed by Malaysian theatre practitioners, its innovative digital theatre has successfully bring the physical theatre experience online, by mimicking physical theatre experiences like front of house ticket checking, lounge area, live chat, live voting, photo-booth, and post-show dialogue. Since its inception, it has brought many local play, comedy, music, and musical performances online, reaching audiences both locally, and internationally from 50 countries.

Venue

Wego Malaysia @ KL Eco City
3, Jalan Bangsar, Kuala Lumpur, Wilayah Persekutuan Kuala Lumpur, 59200, Malaysia
Travel Tech Thursdays Kuala Lumpur
29 May 2025, Thursday
Wego Malaysia @ KL Eco City
Start from: RM 20 / person
Start from: RM 20 per person