{"id":2393,"date":"2025-06-15T18:12:26","date_gmt":"2025-06-15T10:12:26","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.campariacademy.com\/en-asia\/?p=2393"},"modified":"2025-12-15T09:31:30","modified_gmt":"2025-12-15T01:31:30","slug":"the-future-is-yours-to-create-joel-poon","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.campariacademy.com\/en-asia\/inspiration\/trends\/the-future-is-yours-to-create-joel-poon\/","title":{"rendered":"The future is yours to create: Joel Poon"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p><em>Joel Poon is a seasoned hospitality professional and creative force behind Reka:Bar in Kuala Lumpur. With a background in Hospitality Management and a passion for taking care of people, Joel blends technical precision with heartfelt storytelling in every drink he creates. Known for his curiosity, mentorship, and drive to constantly evolve, he\u2019s a respected voice in Malaysia\u2019s growing cocktail scene.<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">A little bit about me<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Hi, I\u2019m Joel Poon.<\/strong> I\u2019m an outgoing person who\u2019s always enjoyed exploring new things in life, and that curiosity led me to where I am today. I got into the hospitality and drinks industry back in university when I chose to study Hospitality Management. Honestly, I wasn\u2019t sure exactly what I wanted to do at the time, but the course opened up so many paths. Over time, I found myself drawn to the details, the creativity, and most of all, the joy of making people feel taken care of. That\u2019s what hooked me, and still drives me.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>My favorite part of the job? <\/strong>It comes down to something Gary Regan once said: \u201cIf I could make one guest happier leaving the bar than when they entered, I\u2019d be changing the world.\u201d That philosophy really stuck with me. Making someone\u2019s day a little better, through a drink, a moment, or just good conversation, is something I never take for granted.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<blockquote class=\"wp-block-quote is-layout-flow wp-block-quote-is-layout-flow\">\n<p>&#8220;Whether it\u2019s offering support, holding each other to a higher standard, or just encouraging someone\u2019s next step, I find real joy in being part of someone else\u2019s progress.&#8221;<\/p>\n<\/blockquote>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>What makes me happy, <\/strong>both in this role and personally, is seeing people I\u2019ve worked with, teammates, past and present, grow and succeed. It\u2019s deeply fulfilling. 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That said, it\u2019s not just about dreaming, it\u2019s about making smart decisions, staying focused, and keeping that hunger to improve alive.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>At this point in my career, <\/strong>I\u2019ve realized that traveling plays a huge role in how I grow professionally. Visiting markets around the world gives me new perspectives, not just about cocktails, but about people, culture, and hospitality. Every trip teaches me something I can bring back to Reka or to future venues we\u2019re planning.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>What motivates me most at work <\/strong>is having real trust from my employers and a culture that believes in growth. When there&#8217;s mutual respect and space to evolve, it pushes me to keep raising the bar. We&#8217;ve had plenty of highs and lows along the way, but I\u2019m grateful to call them my partners in every sense of the word.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>I do think brands can be incredibly valuable partners in our industry. <\/strong>When their support lines up with our values, they become more than just suppliers, they become collaborators who help us bring our vision to life. And that\u2019s a huge part of how we build sustainable, creative spaces.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large is-resized\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"678\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 480px) 100vw, (max-width: 768px) 100vw, (max-width: 1024px) 90vw, (max-width: 1440px) 80vw, 700px\" src=\"https:\/\/www.campariacademy.com\/en-asia\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/10\/2025\/06\/Screenshot-2025-06-15-at-16.42.28-1024x678.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-2395\" style=\"object-fit:cover;width:1080px;height:600px\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.campariacademy.com\/en-asia\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/10\/2025\/06\/Screenshot-2025-06-15-at-16.42.28-1024x678.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.campariacademy.com\/en-asia\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/10\/2025\/06\/Screenshot-2025-06-15-at-16.42.28-300x199.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.campariacademy.com\/en-asia\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/10\/2025\/06\/Screenshot-2025-06-15-at-16.42.28-768x509.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.campariacademy.com\/en-asia\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/10\/2025\/06\/Screenshot-2025-06-15-at-16.42.28-1536x1017.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/www.campariacademy.com\/en-asia\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/10\/2025\/06\/Screenshot-2025-06-15-at-16.42.28.jpg 1640w\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">My experience in Campari Red Hands 2024<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Representing my country on an international stage <\/strong>at Campari Red Hands meant the world to me. 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