Ken has extensive experience in marketing and public relations. In addition to being the Public Relations Director at #CCCCCc Se/ect, he is also the founder of a company focused on the emerging sports market, with a keen sense of the dynamics in this space. This enables him to gain insights into consumer needs and develop effective communication strategies to enhance brand image.

As the Public Relations Director at #CCCCCc Se/ect, Ken combines his expertise with a sharp insight into market trends, dedicating himself to enhancing the company’s influence in the local market. He continuously explores new promotional channels to foster interaction between the brand and customers, and he is committed to shaping a vibrant and creative brand image to drive sustainable business growth.

Italo Marseglia is a passionate fashion designer with a multifaceted career (design, teaching, consulting), Italo lives his creative professionalism with strong enthusiasm. With an eye toward tailoring, handmade and sustainable fashion, Italo is equipped with solid technical and transversal skills ranging from handcrafting to management: his training in fashion design has never been a constraint or limitation to the expression of creativity.

Italo Marseglia was born in 1990 in south of Italy. Always fascinated by great couturiers, he started to define his own particular vision of fashion especially when he attends scientific high school. Math, logic and rigore becomes bases of his own creativity.

Then he moves to Rome to attend IED and he graduated in Fashion Design in 2012. He stared an internship in haute couture at Fausto Sarli atelier – where he masters the art of tailoring dealing with manual skills and commitment to perfection. Soon Italo felt the urge to begin his personal path, renewing his perspectives and experiences by collaborating as a freelance with Italian brands. The designer had the chance to deal with many kind of fashion products. Moreover, Italo started many collaborations with many museums, theaters and public institutions both in Italy and abroad (MSC Cruises, Pfizer, PARCO ARCHEOLOGICO DEL COLOSSEO and many others).

Nowaday Italo is Coordinator of IED Rome’s Fashion design Master course.

In 2016, after so many experiences he founds his own brand. Italo returns to Rome where he establishes his studio. Marseglia stars dealing with his first collection which perfectly shows his passion for structured, perfectly tailored garments are viewable in lines and shapes of his creations.

Mr. Paul Tai is currently the Regional Director – Far East of Mainetti Group, a leading global retail packaging supplier.  He has managed to grow the company from a start-up to a regional company with more than ten operations in Hong Kong, Shanghai, Shenzhen, Singapore, Malaysia, Indonesia, Vietnam, Korea, Japan, Australia and Indian subcontinents.

As his service to the community, Paul leads and sponsors various corporate social responsibility projects in Asia.

In recognition of his outstanding contributions to the industry and society, Paul received the Hong Kong Young Industrialist Award in 2012 for his contributions to the industry and the community. He was elected president of the Hong Kong Young Industrialists Council for the 2021/22 term. In 2023, Paul was awarded the VTC Honorary Fellowship in honor of his contributions to vocational and professional training for the young generation.

Paul is a chartered accountant in the UK, Hong Kong and Singapore, with an MBA from Hong Kong University of Science and Technology.  He is also acting as the independent non-executive directors of two listed companies in Hong Kong Stock Exchange.

Prof. Li Li is a Professor in the Division of Integrative Systems and Design of The Hong Kong University of Science and Technology, and the Fellow of Royal Society of Arts. Prof. Li’s research interests include design thinking, advanced manufacturing, fiber composite materials, structure-based soft matter, and art. Her research has expanded the potential of fibers, a distinctively soft material, beyond their traditional applications into a versatile and powerful interdisciplinary tool benefitting designers and researchers across various disciplines. The design engineering of fibers enables tactile qualities that can evoke emotions and storytelling, allowing immersive and interactive experiences. Thus, revolutionize the creative industry, drive commercial success, and unlock new opportunities for different sectors. Her adoption of design thinking has also provided opportunities to experiment and innovate in areas such as smart technology, material science, and sustainable design, and has found practical value for the domains of design, healthcare, agriculture, archaeology, electronics and life style etc. Furthermore, her research has had successful industrialization and commercialization outcomes on an international scale.

Yidi Chen is the Founder and Creative Director of MATTTER, a platform accelerating the vertical application of next-generation material innovations. Prior to founding MATTTER, Yidi’s background was in fashion media, where she curated creative content for NOWNESS, IDEAT, Wallpaper, yehyehyeh, and others, with a focus on culture and sustainability. Her extensive portfolio includes collaborations with brands such as Hermès, Louis Vuitton, among others.

Fanny Serouart is a Paris-based object designer trained at École Boulle and ENSCI. Since 2020, she has worked independently as a design consultant and CMF expert (Color, Material, Finish) across industries, from automotive to luxury. In 2022, she launched LÉCLISSE, an accessory brand creating “objets-à-porter” that merge leatherwork with vernacular materials and techniques, drawing inspiration from the history of design. Her dual experience in arts & crafts and large-scale industry brings a unique perspective, combining material integrity with cultural heritage. Featured in Emily in Paris, the brand is now expanding into the Asia-Pacific and American markets.

Ms. Jessica Ng,

the Founder of The Jessica Company;

Executive Vice-Chair and Chief Executive Officer of South China Financial Holdings Limited;

Non-executive director of South China Holdings Company Limited, and i-CABLE Communications Limited

Jessica has over 20 years of leadership experience in the media and financial services sector.

Jessica launched her namesake magazine JESSICA in 2000 which soon became the highest circulation women’s magazine in Hong Kong, with the aim of inspiring women to pursue their life dreams.  Later she established the JESNetwork, a community founded on the JESSICA Most Successful Women Award, with the mission of connecting, inspiring and empowering women, to create a collaborative platform for women in entrepreneurship, sustainability, technology and sport.

For over two decades, JESSICA has been a beacon of empowerment for women in Hong Kong and beyond, and to further our mission and vision, ensuring that the impact remains authentic and powerful, The JESSICA Company was established as a standalone corporate entity in 2024.

Jessica sits on various women and youth support associations, including the position of Board Member and Treasurer of The International Women’s Forum Hong Kong Chapter, and Ambassador of the Ocean Park Conservation Foundation, Hong Kong.

Stephen has years of experience in brand management and business development. As the head of several brands, Stephen has collaborated with various local artists. These collaborations not only enriched his business perspective but also deepened his understanding of local culture.

As the Business Development Director at #CCCCCc Se/ect, Stephen combines his expertise with a creative passion to drive business growth and optimize customer experience. He excels in developing and executing strategies aimed at integrating Hong Kong’s unique culture into daily life, enhancing the shopping experience for customers, and promoting the sustainable growth of local brands.

Ms. Denise Ng brings over 20 years of diverse experience in the textile and apparel industry, having held key roles in multinational corporations, renowned fashion brands, and retail companies. Denise is currently the Head of Softlines, Connectivity and Products, SGS Hong Kong Limited. With her main focus on sustainable fashion initiatives, driving digital transformation, and leveraging data analysis to enhance industry practices. She holds a degree in Sociology and an MPhil in Social Science from the Chinese University of Hong Kong, underscoring her commitment to merging social insights with industry innovation.

With 30 years of experience in the global leather industry, Francis Tsang has witnessed significant technological advancements over the past five years. He has transitioned from traditional chrome tanning methods to innovative chrome-free and heavy metal-free tanning systems. These developments have greatly reduced water and chemical usage while addressing the issues of heavy metals and chromium VI, thereby minimizing environmental pollution.

Recently, Francis has focused on ethically sourcing Tibetan domestic raw yak hides, aiming to support Tibetan herder and farmer families and ensure that no hides go to waste. His commitment to sustainability and ethical practices reflects his dedication to transforming the leather industry for the better.

Jennifer Tam, an experienced brand strategist who worked with diverse clientele from SMEs to listed companies in both local and international market. She is now the director of a renowned brand Chicks. Chicks has been producing quality everyday wear for Hong Kong and beyond since 1953.

As the 4th generation, she is continuing the brand’s legacy as well as enhancing all touch points from supply chain to brand experience for people who share the same belief – The best for the family. These years, Chicks has focused more on the social responsibility towards our community and the environment, choosing to use more natural and sustainable materials whenever possible, as well as developing durable and functional products, such as garments that cater to the elderly and individuals with skin conditions.

What the brand is weaving are lasting relationships, through which we hope to convey a sense of care and sincerity.

Alfie is COO and operation partner of Style3D, an expert in fashion technology especially for AI, 3D, metaverse & RFID. Previously, he has served in senior level management in various MNC such as Avery Dennison & Siemens, he has expertise to help MNC to land biz in China, and help China startup to go international. Alfie owns master degree in CUHK, and E.E. in Wuhan University.

Igor Gulyaev is a leading Russian designer, fashion designer, TV presenter and innovator of fur fashion, founder of the IGORGULYAEV Brand (Est. 2009) and the youth fashion line GULЯЙ! He created and creates images for the red carpet, iconic bright events, theatrical performances and cinema, such bright stars of the world industry as the unsurpassed Whitney Houston, the amazing Lara Fabian, the fantastic Anna Netrebko, the star of Italian cinema Ornella Muti, the Great Montserrat Caballe, Nastassja Kinski, Goldie Home and many others shone in the designer’s creations, the brightest stars of Russian show business shine in his creations. Laureate of numerous fashion awards and prizes in the fashion industry. Igor Gulyaev has repeatedly taken part in international fur fashion weeks, his works had stunning success in Milan, Dubai and Hong Kong, and more than 10 years he has been the headliner of Mercedes Benz fashion week Russia. The designer’s flagman boutique is located in the center of Moscow, and the Fashion House is located on Vasilievsky Island in St. Petersburg. It`s a space in which seasonal collections and the Brand’s couture line are created, the highest quality, uniqueness and versatility of design ideas attract clients of the fashion house to touch the creativity of the designer and inspirer of the Brand!

NORMANMABIRELARGUIER is a new contemporary Couture House based in Paris, founded by designer Norman Mabire-Larguier. Sensitive and radical, NORMANMABIRELARGUIER’s collections result from in-depth formal research and an intimate quest for inner freedom.

The monochromatic and sophisticated silhouettes emphasize the architecture of the garment.

Aimed at private clients, its agender pieces aremade-to-measure from the finest sustainable materials by French artisans renowned for their savoir-faire.

Member of the 11^th Committee of the Chinese People’s Political Consultative Conference for the Province of Hebei

Member of the 6^th Election Committee of Hong Kong SAR

The Chinese Manufacturers’ Association of Hong Kong – General Committee Member

Federation of Hong Kong Industries- Group 29 Vice Chairman

Textile Council of Hong Kong – Vice Chairman

Hong Kong General Chamber of Textile – Vice Chairman

Hong Kong Fur Federation  – Past and Honorary Chairman

International Fur Dressers and Dyer’s Association – Vice Chairman

Ms. Chloe Deng is currently the public affairs director of international business at Cainiao Group, Alibaba’s smart logistics arm. As the company’s first overseas government relations expert hired for global expansion, she directs strategic planning for priority markets. She drives effective stakeholder engagement for business growth, strategic partnerships, policy advocacy, and the Group’s significant social impacts. She is now devoted to promoting green supply chain management and sustainability in the region, as well as talent and tech development for e-commerce logistics, empowering the industry to upgrade. She formerly worked in regional advisory roles for over ten years at consulting firms including PricewaterhouseCoopers (PwC), as well as international trade associations, with career footprints and extensive project experience across Greater China, APEC, and EMEA.

Ms. Deng holds a Master of Journalism from the University of Hong Kong and is a graduate of Sun Yat-sen University in Guangzhou, China.