David Leung
About David Leung
David Leung is the Manager of Ocean & Expedition Revenue Management at Viking Cruises, with a background in revenue and yield management from various roles in the travel and hospitality industry.
Current Role at Viking Cruises
David Leung is currently working at Viking Cruises as the Manager of Ocean & Expedition Revenue Management. Based in Woodland Hills, CA, he is responsible for planning, implementing, and executing yield initiatives including overbooking and upsells. David collaborates closely with executives to maximize revenue across various itineraries and new product offerings.
Previous Experience at Hawaiian Airlines
From 2015 to 2017, David Leung served as an International Revenue Management Analyst at Hawaiian Airlines. During his tenure in Honolulu, HI, he was involved in analytical and strategic planning efforts to optimize international revenue streams for the airline.
Professional Background in Revenue Management
David Leung has a robust background in revenue management with various prestigious organizations. Prior to joining Viking Cruises, he worked at Princess Cruises in Santa Clarita, CA from 2013 to 2015 as a Revenue Management Analyst along with prior experience from 2011 to 2013 at Viking River Cruises as a Yield Management Analyst. These roles involved critical analyses and strategic initiatives to optimize revenue across diverse portfolios.
Educational Qualifications and Certifications
David studied at the University of California, Los Angeles (UCLA) where he earned a Bachelor of Science degree in Applied Mathematics with a Minor in Statistics from 2006 to 2011. He is also certified as an Engineer in Training (EIT).
Early Career and Volunteer Work
David Leung's early career includes several roles at UCLA Recreation - Events Facilities Management Office where he worked as a Sports Assistant and Pauley Pavilion Building Supervisor. He also served as a CorpsMember and Tutor for UCLA Bruin Corps from 2006 to 2007, and volunteered as a Tutor for the Lincoln Heights Tutoring Program from 2001 to 2006.