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A veteran banker who has weathered numerous financial storms, Albert has always maintained command in the face of adversity: “There will always be volatility in the market, and every downturn provides an opportunity for growth. So long as you make the necessary preparations ahead of time, you can turn a crisis into an opportunity.”

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“Numbers are merely health indexes. What accountants truly need to do is to feel the pulse of a business by analysing its performance, diagnosing problems and prescribing treatment."

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With a forward-thinking mindset and a penchant for going beyond the low-hanging fruit, Andy has expanded his business into a variety of digital technology realms.

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      Zilong Chen returned to the CUHK campus for graduation phots. He wishes to continue his exploration and forge a brighter future with his new identity as an alumnus. Zilong Chen advises aspirant alumni eyeing on the tech industry to equip themselves with new knowledge. It is also important to think beyond the […]

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“As society grows in diversity, we need both visionary young people and traditional professionals to drive Hong Kong’s long-term growth via innovation,” said Cindy Chow (BBA 1992).

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In honour of Mother's Day, we invited three CUHK Business School alumnae to discuss their parenting adventures, including the highs and lows as well as the vision, values and wisdom.

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“The advertising industry is full of polarising experiences. That is what makes it so intriguing.”

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Frontline social units are working around the clock to provide the needed support to the community in COVID, among them are Health in Action and Forget Thee Not founded by Dr Fan.

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“Innovation” is the byword for the Greater Bay Area (GBA). In the eyes of Mark Zhu, innovation represents not a slogan but a living promise – one that leads to opportunities and prospects.

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“Financial speculators use other people’s capital to maximise profits. I leverage other people’s time to create positive-sum outcomes.”

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On the occasion of the International Women’s Day, three empowering women alumni inspire us with the much-needed resolution and creativity in times of adversity.

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Establishing a solid foundation, developing a comprehensive plan and achieving objectives tactically: This is how Clement Lau (MBA 1996) approaches his work and public service.

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Li strives to harness his professional assets to contribute to the growth and prosperity of the industry and his counterparts amid the rising trajectory of comprehensive financial planning.

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Daren Lau has successfully capitalised on an online fad with the noodles shop and turned it into branding gold, catapulting this Hong Kong brand to greater prominence.

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Gilly Wong (BBA 1988), the Chief Executive of the Hong Kong Consumer Council, has deftly stabilised the delicate balance between businesses and consumers for years.

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Integration and innovation are among the hottest topics of late in the Greater Bay Area (GBA). Aaron Liu (EMBA 2019), the Executive Director/ Head of Structuring of the Structured Finance Department of CMB International Capital Corporation Limited, is intent on flexing his cross-industry, pan-regional advantages to augment his legal and business career and engender greater possibilities.

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No matter you are an old or new alumnus, you probably have lots of fond memories at the university’s canteens. However, are you aware that the eateries in Shaw and New Asia College look no longer the same today under the management of dedicated fellows from the Business School alumni community? With a genuine spirit of giving back and the passion to serve students of the new generation, they revolutionised the hackneyed image of conventional canteens via human touch and technology, and gradually turned them into open spaces offering unique experience alongside delicacies.

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Q1. Could you briefly describe your current job scope or responsibilities?
I'm E-commerce Merchandise Manager at H&M. I drive selling, optimise buying, and manage stock for all Ladieswear in Western Europe.

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Cally Chan (EMBA 2007), General Manager of Microsoft Hong Kong and Macau, believes that technology can empower infinite possibilities. She has spent around 30 years in the IT industry aspiring to build a brighter future through technological advancements, and her passion for the industry has only intensified with time. “With modern technology percolating into every part of our lives, what once seemed futuristic in movies is gradually becoming a reality,” said Cally. She believes that by combining creativity with technology, anything is possible.

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Just as industries begin to turn their attention to the Greater Bay Area (GBA) and explore its bustling growth opportunities, Anthony Lin (MBA 1995), the Chief Executive Officer, Greater Bay Area of Standard Chartered Bank, is all set for action. He is determined to flex his financial expertise spanning mainland China, Hong Kong and Taiwan and leveraging the bank’s advantages in local markets to capture first-mover opportunities.

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Q1. Could you briefly describe your current job scope or responsibilities?
I analyse income statements and prepare budget financial report. Mostly accounting tasks.

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Having served the insurance industry for more than 30 years, Eric Hui (BBA 1989, MBA 1999) gives off a down-to-earth vibe. The CEO of Zurich Insurance (Hong Kong) is a shrewd and pragmatic leader. He has led Zurich Insurance (Hong Kong) through its 60th anniversary and kept the company firmly on a path of sustainable development and industry leadership.

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Q1. Could you briefly describe your current job scope or responsibilities?
I am currently the CEO of our 101-year-old family business (Kündig Group), which specialises in trading and producing raw materials in the food sector across Europe and China. As a CEO I am managing the overall operations and resources of my company, acting as the main point of communication between the board of directors and corporate operations.

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Q1. Could you briefly describe your current job scope or responsibilities?
I recently established a company named WEMEDI with former colleagues. It is a medical equipment supplier specialising in imaging diagnosis and medical service consulting. Among my many roles and responsibilities taken up to support the company in its initial phase, my current focus is mainly on business development.

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The retail sector has been among the first ones to bear the brunt of rapid socioeconomic changes in recent years. Wave after wave of unpredictable challenges has tested the resilience of retailers large and small, demanding visionary leadership to help businesses push through. Susanna Wong (BBA 1992) has forged her career in navigating change. Her management experience in FMCG, consultancy, and the public sector has hard-coded agility into her DNA. Since becoming the CEO of YATA in 2016, the forward-looking Susanna has been able to establish a systematic, tech-driven management platform for the company. She has also catalysed her team’s agile transformation, enabling YATA to seize opportunities and even flourish despite relentless challenges from shifting markets.

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Anyone who has sailed knows that making the best use of the wind, water and weather is crucial to smooth yacht sailing. Being an avid helmsman and the Chairman of the Hong Kong Science and Technology Parks Corporation (HKSTP), Dr. Sunny Chai (EMBA 2007) has been active in the field of innovation and technology (I&T) for nearly 40 years. This passionate and deft leader is still in his best sailing condition, and he is determined to lead Hong Kong’s I&T development into a boundless sea.

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Q1. Could you briefly describe your current job scope or responsibilities?
My current job scope is fairly varied within the realm of consulting blockchain projects with their growth and marketing endeavors. I spend a good amount of my time researching the cryptoassets market as a day trader. I am very interested in NFTs (Non-fungible tokens) and am currently working to promote my photography portfolio on an NFT platform like Open Sea or Mintable.

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As an integral part of Hong Kong's social fabric for 46 years, McDonald's has always been one of the most beloved fast food brands. Randy Lai (EMBA 2005), CEO of McDonald’s Hong Kong, took the reins in 2011 and continued the vision of Mr Daniel Ng, “Father of McDonald’s Hong Kong”, to integrate Western fast food into the Hong Kong culture and evolve the business with innovation.

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Alvin Cheung (IBCE 2016), co-founder of the HealthTech start-up Zunosaki (HandyRehab), advanced rehabilitation technologies during the past years and boldly rode the digital healthcare wave through COVID-19 as a young entrepreneur. Making onto the list of Forbes’ 30 Under 30 Asia 2021, however, was a pleasant surprise to him. “I did not hear from Forbes for a couple of months after receiving the nomination,” said Alvin. “Then one morning, I got an email congratulating me on being selected in the Healthcare and Science category, and all of a sudden I was swamped with happy messages from friends around.”

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Upon graduating with a Master of Business Administration (MBA) degree from the Chinese University of Hong Kong (CUHK), Eva Chu decided to actualise her love for kids by devoting herself in the education field. She founded iSTEM AI Lab and uses AI, VR and gamification to create an interactive learning environment for children to creatively participate in class, pursue knowledge and truth, stay motivated and learn happily.

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Maintaining good work-life balance has never been easy for working parents. Many have been feeling the strain in recent years especially as the pandemic and an ever-changing environment gave rise to new challenges. With Father’s Day approaching, we speak to three heroic alumni dads from the CUHK Business School alumni, who, with very different background, strive to achieve a sense of balance with perseverance and raise their kids with wisdom and gentleness.

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The world may be ever-changing in this uncertain age, but the role of a mother will always be a timeless––and ever-challenging––one. The worrying never stops, even after their children become adults, and all they can do is their utmost best as they navigate the twists and turns of modern parenting. Today, whether they choose to work for others or take care of their families full-time, many mothers are choosing to forgo or tweak traditional approaches to create their own styles that are more effective and empathetic instead – driven by what their children truly need. As Mother’s Day approaches, we speak to 3 inspiring super-mums from the CUHK Business School alumni who share their distinct philosophies, lessons and hopes for their kids’ futures.

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Q1. Please briefly describe your current job responsibilities and describe your life in your residing city?
Miranda: I mainly assist in cash flow management for each operating hotel asset. I am also required to prepare the operational planning, corporate strategic planning as well as different merger and acquisition scenarios.

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Chiang Tung Keung’s (MBA 1998) connection with the power industry all stems from his father: “He was an electrical technician. When I was small, I followed him to different sites and watched him perform all kinds of work. I became fascinated by power system equipment.” When Chiang went to university to study engineering in 1985, there were 105 first-year students majoring in Electrical and Electronic Engineering. Among them, only 12 were admitted to Power Engineering stream. It is not surprising that Chiang was one of them.

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Q1. Could you briefly describe your current job scope or responsibilities? I am the Operational Excellence & Project manager of a pharmaceutical site for Wuxi manufacturing paracetamol. I implement continuous improvement via Lean & Six Sigma and manage Capex coordination.

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Q1. Could you briefly describe your current job scope or responsibilities? I'm working at BayWa AG as an internal auditor. My primary task is conducting compliance and process audits at the internal departments in Munich, the offices and warehouses across Germany, and overseas offices. There are different teams in our internal audit department and my team focuses on national and international agricultural trading. In addition, I also perform IT and information security audits for the group.

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After Angel Ng graduated from The Chinese University of Hong Kong (CUHK) Business School in 1990, she worked more than six years for a multinational FMCG company. In 1998, her expertise and insights in delivering extraordinary customer experience led her to a new home at Citi. At the time, the global bank’s management was hoping to give its retail banking services a customer-centric makeover, which Angel delivered with flying colours.

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Anita Ng, majored in Professional Accountancy and minored in Linguistics (Hong Kong Sign Language) at CUHK, once worked as an intern in an accounting firm but found herself uninterested in further development in this field. The “Young Economist Programme” organised by CUHK Business School happened to appear at her crossroads in life. Participating business students were grouped in pairs and every pair was responsible to lead a group of 15 underprivileged high school students. Not only teaching these candidates to master knowledge and test-taking strategies of Economics, the young teachers were also expected to rebuild self-confidence and motivation for learning within these marginalised disadvantaged students. Taking this opportunity, Anita discovered her enthusiasm for teaching people in need and began to rethink her life plan.

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The name of Forbes often calls to mind its many rich lists. Less known is that this global enterprise is helmed by an executive born and bred in Hong Kong. In this age of industrial upheaval, how is Peter Hung (BBA in Marketing 1980) navigating the hundred-year-old company through ever accelerating change while staying true to its legacy?

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曾經有好多人話過，70至80年代的香港是一個「黃金時代」，但這句話可能只說對了一半。阮德添（Anthony）從事保險及財富管理超過20年，又做過機場管理局，擔任商業服務總經理，他認為在每一個年代都有自己難處，尤其從事新行業更是容易被人誤解，但只要肯堅持，就可以創出自己的「黃金時代」。「我在77年入保險行業，當時社會對『保險』這個行業充斥負面印象，甚至父母對我入行也有意見，但我仍相信自己的抉擇，因為與其跟風做熱門行業，不如另闢蹊徑，說不定這就是你的藍海天地。」

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To most people, whether to venture or start up overseas is a decision that calls for prudence. Carol Chan (BBA 2006) has leapt onto the “most arduous path” over and over again since she graduated. She has successfully forged a career in the UK that transformed her life and the lives of many others. As her motto says, Carol has chosen to “Be different to make a difference”.

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Q1. Please use 3 words to describe your life in your residing city. Life in Shanghai: Familiar. New. Exciting. There are similar cultures in Taipei, Hong Kong and Shanghai, but also different ways of life. With a year of study, internships, as well as life experiences in CUHK, I quickly adapted to life in Shanghai.

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Q1. Please use 3 words to describe your life in your residing city. Opportunities, challenging and comfort. Spain is full of untapped opportunities. If you are wise enough to see the hidden gems, Spain is full of them. Right now, like the rest of the world, the COVID emergency is challenging but I am pretty sure we will all overcome it. The country has the comforts of any other Western European country but with pluses in climate, food and rich history.

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December 2009. For a little over a week in the Danish capital of Copenhagen, politicians from around the globe were to come together and, before it was too late, reach a deal on tackling what was finally appreciated as a major crisis: climate change. Everyone got eschatological all of a sudden, calling the summit ‘humanity’s last chance’. All eyes were on the hundreds of world leaders packed in the conference hall and how they might turn the tide, and youngsters like myself flocked to Twitter and Facebook with waves of posts heralding the potential dawning of a brighter, cleaner future—

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