Senior Tourism Industry Specialist, ADB Profile / Bio Jessie F. McComb recently joined ADB as a Senior Tourism Industry Specialist where she leads the Sustainable Tourism Community of Practice and designs and implements impactful tourism investment projects. Prior to joining ADB, Jessie held senior positions at the World Bank and International Finance Corporation, where she led regional initiatives on sustainable tourism and advised governments on policy reform, integrated planning, and investment strategies, and promoted private sector–led tourism development. With over 20 years of experience, she has become a trusted advisor to governments and businesses seeking to maximize the economic potential of tourism. Follow on Materials Title Date Learning Materials Topics Private Sector Showcase: Coral Restoration and Eco-Tourism in Palau 25 May, 2026 Slides Climate Change, Energy, Environment, Public Sector Management and Governance, Regional Cooperation and Integration Understanding Blue Tourism and its Value Chain 25 May, 2026 Slides Climate Change, Energy, Environment, Public Sector Management and Governance, Regional Cooperation and Integration Private Sector Showcase: Intrepid Travel 25 May, 2026 Multimedia Climate Change, Energy, Environment, Public Sector Management and Governance, Regional Cooperation and Integration Cruise and Tourism Ports: Managing Growth Responsibly 26 February, 2026 Slides Climate Change Emerging Areas 16 September, 2025 Slides ADB Administration and Governance, Finance