Abstract: This study examines the factors influencing the performance of food estate projects in Indonesia, focusing on the roles of leadership, stakeholder engagement, institutional support, and project communication. A positivist research paradigm was adopted, employing a quantitative approach with Structural Equation Modeling (SEM-PLS) to test the hypotheses and analyze the relationships between these variables. The study found that leadership significantly impacts project performance, particularly through its influence on project communication, which serves as a key mediator. While stakeholder engagement did not show a direct significant relationship with project communication, its role in fostering trust, reducing resistance, and ensuring stakeholder needs are met is crucial for overall project success. Institutional support directly contributes to project performance by providing resources, supportive policies, and technical assistance, thereby enhancing the effectiveness of project communication. Project communication, as a mediator, integrates leadership, stakeholder engagement, and institutional support to drive successful project outcomes. These findings underscore the importance of transformational leadership, effective communication, and institutional support in improving food estate project performance in Indonesia. The results offer valuable insights for practitioners and policymakers aiming to enhance project outcomes through strategic management practices.

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Abstract: This research mainly focuses on developing health tourism in rural areas, especially in Bangli, Bali, which has excellent potential but faces various challenges. Through an approach that involves local community involvement, this research aims to create a tourism experience that supports physical and mental health while empowering local communities. The quantitative research method was used to collect data from 450 respondents in Subaya Village. The sample was taken with the criteria of understanding the concept of wellness tourism, having an empowerment group, and having acquired knowledge about designing wellness tourism-supporting products. After data collection, out of 450 questionnaires distributed, as many as 250 were returned, with 150 answers that met the respondents' criteria. The results of the analysis show that the integration of local cultural practices and natural resources can increase the attractiveness of destinations, as well as provide significant economic and social benefits for the community. The study also highlights the importance of eco-friendly products in enhancing the traveler experience, which can increase visitor satisfaction and loyalty. Through a sustainable health tourism model, it is hoped that synergy can be created between local economic development and environmental conservation.

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