EMBA Annual Conference and AGM marks a new chapter of alumni engagement and leadership
The CUHK EMBA community recently gathered for two significant occasions — the Annual Conference and Dinner 2025, held on 14 June at The Henderson, and the Annual General Meeting (AGM) of the CUHK EMBA Alumni Association (EMBA AA) on 18 June. Together, these events marked a proud reflection on the programme’s enduring legacy and welcomed the next chapter of alumni leadership.
Annual Conference and Dinner 2025: Vision Beyond 30 Years
Under the theme “Vision Beyond 30 Years: Embracing Changes, Inspiring Futures”, the Annual Conference and Dinner brought together over 200 members of the EMBA family — including faculty, alumni, and students — joined by distinguished guests Professor Isabella WY Poon, provost of CUHK, and Professor Zhou Lin, dean of CUHK Business School.
Professor Isabella WY Poon (left six), provost of CUHK, and Professor Zhou Lin (right six), dean of CUHK Business School, joined as distinguished guests at the CUHK EMBA Annual Conference & Dinner 2025.
The programme featured two panel discussions, where Randy Lai (EMBA 2005), CEO of McDonald’s Hong Kong, and Ryan Lai (EMBA 2025), CEO of foodpanda Hong Kong, discussed customer-centric innovation in a changing market, while Amy Chan (EMBA 2014), Head of Racing Talent Training at The Hong Kong Jockey Club, and Andy Ann (EMBA 2009), Chairman of NDN Group, shared insights on cross-generational leadership and nurturing future talent.
Randy Lai (right), CEO of McDonald’s Hong Kong and Ryan Lai (left), CEO of foodpanda Hong Kong shared their insight in panel discussion
Adding a timeless dimension, Francis Mok (EMBA 1995) and Susanna Chiu (EMBA 1997), among the programme’s earliest graduates, shared reflections on their EMBA journey and lasting connection to the community.
EMBA AA AGM 2025: Electing a new executive committee
A few days after the Annual Conference and Dinner, EMBA AA successfully convened its AGM, electing a new Executive Committee. Alan Lai (EMBA 2017), incumbent president of EMBA AA, addressed members with an overview of the Association’s initiatives, which continue to strengthen alumni engagement and contributions.
EMBA AA extends its heartfelt gratitude to all members for their support in facilitating the formation of the new committee
The AGM concluded on a positive note, with EMBA AA extending its gratitude towards all members for their support and reaffirming its commitment to expanding alumni networking and engagement in the year ahead.
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