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FASHION SUMMIT (HK) 2024

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Lam Ka Yan

Lam Ka Yan

Founder & Designer of WHY

Lam Ka Yan, was born and raised in the classic 90s Hong Kong. Yan obtained her first Fashion Design degree from Nottingham Trent University respectively. Before degree course, she studied Fashion design and Product development in Hong Kong Design Institute. Her graduate collection “Underground- the world beneath your feet” is honored with the Creativity Award from Hong Kong Fashion Designers Association and one of the finalists of Young Talent Award Hong Kong in 2011. She was one of the finalists of Hong Kong Young Fashion Designers’ Contest (YDC)  2019, after YDC, she launched her brand WHY in 2020.

Lam Ka Yan

Founder & Designer of WHY

Lam Ka Yan, was born and raised in the classic 90s Hong Kong. Yan obtained her first Fashion Design degree from Nottingham Trent University respectively. Before degree course, she studied Fashion design and Product development in Hong Kong Design Institute. Her graduate collection “Underground- the world beneath your feet” is honored with the Creativity Award from Hong Kong Fashion Designers Association and one of the finalists of Young Talent Award Hong Kong in 2011. She was one of the finalists of Hong Kong Young Fashion Designers’ Contest (YDC)  2019, after YDC, she launched her brand WHY in 2020.

Italo Marseglia

Italo Marseglia

Founder of Italian brand Italo Marseglia

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.

Italo Marseglia

Founder of Italian brand Italo Marseglia

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.

Chloe Deng

Chloe Deng

Director, Public Affairs, Cainiao Group

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.

Chloe Deng

Director, Public Affairs, Cainiao Group

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.

Yidi Chen

Yidi Chen

Founder and Creative Director of MATTTER

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.

Yidi Chen

Founder and Creative Director of MATTTER

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.

Igor Gulyaev

Igor Gulyaev

Founder of Fashion House in Russia

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!

Igor Gulyaev

Founder of Fashion House in Russia

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!

Ken So

Ken So

Public Relations Director, #CCCCCc Select

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.

Ken So

Public Relations Director, #CCCCCc Select

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.

Gina Azaric

Gina Azaric

Senior Executive & Advisor

Gina Azaric is a seasoned senior executive, board professional, and thought leader with extensive experience in leading business transformations across telecom, medical technology, food, beauty, and startups in Scandinavia. As a former Chief Marketing Officer and commercial leader, Gina has significantly contributed to the growth and success of several high-profile brands. Her exceptional innovative leadership in building the Three brand and expanding market shares across Scandinavia has earned her the prestigious title of Marketing Manager of the Year and she has been consistently listed among the Best Marketing People, affirming her significant impact and effectiveness in the marketing field.

With a strong focus on sustainability, Gina has promoted initiatives in digitalization, eco-friendly product development, and sustainable branding. She is dedicated to reducing inequalities and promoting inclusion and environmental awareness in the industries she leads.

Gina holds a Bachelor of Science in Business and Economics from Lund University, Sweden, and has pursued studies in Innovation, Tech Entrepreneurship, and AI strategies at Harvard University and Harvard Business School. Her leadership philosophy is grounded in innovation, social responsibility, and creating a meaningful positive impact in both business and society.

In 2017, she founded Yoga for Good to support The Hunger Project, reflecting her belief in the power of community and inner development for social change.

Gina Azaric

Senior Executive & Advisor

Gina Azaric is a seasoned senior executive, board professional, and thought leader with extensive experience in leading business transformations across telecom, medical technology, food, beauty, and startups in Scandinavia. As a former Chief Marketing Officer and commercial leader, Gina has significantly contributed to the growth and success of several high-profile brands. Her exceptional innovative leadership in building the Three brand and expanding market shares across Scandinavia has earned her the prestigious title of Marketing Manager of the Year and she has been consistently listed among the Best Marketing People, affirming her significant impact and effectiveness in the marketing field.

With a strong focus on sustainability, Gina has promoted initiatives in digitalization, eco-friendly product development, and sustainable branding. She is dedicated to reducing inequalities and promoting inclusion and environmental awareness in the industries she leads.

Gina holds a Bachelor of Science in Business and Economics from Lund University, Sweden, and has pursued studies in Innovation, Tech Entrepreneurship, and AI strategies at Harvard University and Harvard Business School. Her leadership philosophy is grounded in innovation, social responsibility, and creating a meaningful positive impact in both business and society.

In 2017, she founded Yoga for Good to support The Hunger Project, reflecting her belief in the power of community and inner development for social change.

Prof. Hongbo FU

Prof. Hongbo FU

Acting Head of Division of Arts and Machine Creativity, Hong Kong University of Science Technology

Hongbo Fu is a Professor and Acting Head at the Division of Arts and Machine Creativity, Hong Kong University of Science Technology. Before joining HKUST, he worked at the School of Creative Media, City University of Hong Kong, for over 15 years. He had postdoctoral research training at the Imager Lab, University of British Columbia, Canada, and the Department of Computer Graphics, Max-Planck-Institut Informatik, Germany. He received a Ph.D. degree in computer science from the Hong Kong University of Science and Technology in 2007 and a BS degree in information sciences from Peking University, China, in 2002. His primary research interests fall in computer graphics, human-computer interaction, and computer vision. His research has led to over 100 scientific publications, including 70+ papers in the best graphics/vision journals (ACM TOG, IEEE TVCG, IEEE PAMI) and 30+ papers in the best vision/HCI conferences (CVPR, ICCV, ECCV, CHI, UIST). His recent works have received a Silver Medal from Special Edition 2022 Inventions Geneva Evaluation Days (IGED), the Best Demo awards at the Emerging Technologies program, SIGGRAPH Asia in 2013 and 2014, and the Best Paper awards from CAD/Graphics 2015 and UIST 2019.

Prof. Hongbo FU

Acting Head of Division of Arts and Machine Creativity, Hong Kong University of Science Technology

Hongbo Fu is a Professor and Acting Head at the Division of Arts and Machine Creativity, Hong Kong University of Science Technology. Before joining HKUST, he worked at the School of Creative Media, City University of Hong Kong, for over 15 years. He had postdoctoral research training at the Imager Lab, University of British Columbia, Canada, and the Department of Computer Graphics, Max-Planck-Institut Informatik, Germany. He received a Ph.D. degree in computer science from the Hong Kong University of Science and Technology in 2007 and a BS degree in information sciences from Peking University, China, in 2002. His primary research interests fall in computer graphics, human-computer interaction, and computer vision. His research has led to over 100 scientific publications, including 70+ papers in the best graphics/vision journals (ACM TOG, IEEE TVCG, IEEE PAMI) and 30+ papers in the best vision/HCI conferences (CVPR, ICCV, ECCV, CHI, UIST). His recent works have received a Silver Medal from Special Edition 2022 Inventions Geneva Evaluation Days (IGED), the Best Demo awards at the Emerging Technologies program, SIGGRAPH Asia in 2013 and 2014, and the Best Paper awards from CAD/Graphics 2015 and UIST 2019.

Natacha Van

Natacha Van

Founder and Designer of NATACHA VAN

Natacha has a multi-cultural background of Cambodian-Chinese borne in Hong Kong; raised in London, currently based in Phnom Penh, Cambodia. She is a graduate of London College of Fashion.

Since debuting her Ready-to-Wear Collection in 2010, Natacha has been dedicated to making clothes that were as beautifully crafted from inside out. With the focus on couture quality craftsmanship, the materials used for her collection are 100% handcrafted in London / Hong Kong using the highest quality materials and construction, and manufactured by master tailors by hand in Cambodia .

Her collection is sold around the world. Her dresses are presently at many major world fashion weekexhibitions and fashion show, including New York 2019; London 2019 & 2017; Paris 2019, 2018 & 2017; Milan 2020, among others.

In 2017, she was appointed as “Ambassador of Cambodia”, joining London and Paris Fashion show at the invitation of His Excellency Pan Sorasak, the Minister of Commerce of Cambodia to represent the Kingdom of Cambodia.

Natacha Van

Founder and Designer of NATACHA VAN

Natacha has a multi-cultural background of Cambodian-Chinese borne in Hong Kong; raised in London, currently based in Phnom Penh, Cambodia. She is a graduate of London College of Fashion.

Since debuting her Ready-to-Wear Collection in 2010, Natacha has been dedicated to making clothes that were as beautifully crafted from inside out. With the focus on couture quality craftsmanship, the materials used for her collection are 100% handcrafted in London / Hong Kong using the highest quality materials and construction, and manufactured by master tailors by hand in Cambodia .

Her collection is sold around the world. Her dresses are presently at many major world fashion weekexhibitions and fashion show, including New York 2019; London 2019 & 2017; Paris 2019, 2018 & 2017; Milan 2020, among others.

In 2017, she was appointed as “Ambassador of Cambodia”, joining London and Paris Fashion show at the invitation of His Excellency Pan Sorasak, the Minister of Commerce of Cambodia to represent the Kingdom of Cambodia.

Stephen Yeung

Stephen Yeung

Business Development Director, #CCCCCc Select

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.

Stephen Yeung

Business Development Director, #CCCCCc Select

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.

Alfie Chen

Alfie Chen

COO, Style3D

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.

Alfie Chen

COO, Style3D

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.

Francis Tsang

Francis Tsang

Cofounder, ChromeFree® Leather Alliance

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.

Francis Tsang

Cofounder, ChromeFree® Leather Alliance

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.

Prof. Esterina Nervino

Prof. Esterina Nervino

Assistant Professor, City University of Hong Kong

Esterina Nervino is Assistant Professor at the City University of Hong Kong, jointly appointed in the Department of English and the Department of Marketing, for which she is the co-director of the New Frontiers in Professional Communication Lab (NFPC) and Associate Director of the Sales and Marketing Consulting Unit (SMCU) respectively. She is also Cultore della Materia at the Department of Studies on Language and Culture of the Universita’ degli Studi di Modena e Reggio Emilia (Italy), invited External Member of the Research Centre for Professional Communication in English at The Hong Kong Polytechnic University, executive committee member and outreach officer of the Asia-Pacific LSP& Professional Communication Association, and core member of the Communicating Sustainabilities network. She holds a PhD in Applied Linguistics from The Hong Kong Polytechnic University and her research interests include social semiotics, multimodality, corpus linguistics, sustainability discourse, digital media, cultural development and city brand, professional communication across sectors, including luxury, arts, and finance.

Prior to CityU, Esterina was the Director of Retail in Asia (part of Bluebell Group) in charge of media brand operations including content selection, curation, edition, and commercial strategy. At Bluebell Group she also took on the additional role of Public Relations Lead.

Prof. Esterina Nervino

Assistant Professor, City University of Hong Kong

Esterina Nervino is Assistant Professor at the City University of Hong Kong, jointly appointed in the Department of English and the Department of Marketing, for which she is the co-director of the New Frontiers in Professional Communication Lab (NFPC) and Associate Director of the Sales and Marketing Consulting Unit (SMCU) respectively. She is also Cultore della Materia at the Department of Studies on Language and Culture of the Universita’ degli Studi di Modena e Reggio Emilia (Italy), invited External Member of the Research Centre for Professional Communication in English at The Hong Kong Polytechnic University, executive committee member and outreach officer of the Asia-Pacific LSP& Professional Communication Association, and core member of the Communicating Sustainabilities network. She holds a PhD in Applied Linguistics from The Hong Kong Polytechnic University and her research interests include social semiotics, multimodality, corpus linguistics, sustainability discourse, digital media, cultural development and city brand, professional communication across sectors, including luxury, arts, and finance.

Prior to CityU, Esterina was the Director of Retail in Asia (part of Bluebell Group) in charge of media brand operations including content selection, curation, edition, and commercial strategy. At Bluebell Group she also took on the additional role of Public Relations Lead.

 Paul Tai

 Paul Tai

Regional Director at Mainetti Group

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.

 Paul Tai

Regional Director at Mainetti Group

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.

Dr. Christina Dean

Dr. Christina Dean

Founder/Chair of Redress, Founder/CEO of The R Collective

Christina is a circular fashion advocate who has been at the forefront of the sustainable fashion movement for almost two decades. She founded Redress, the Hong Kong headquartered Asia focused NGO accelerating the transition to a circular system in 2007. She founded The R Collective social impact business that  reuses and recycles luxury textile waste in 2017.

Throughout her career in sustainable fashion, Christina has worked with multi-stakeholders along the fashion value chain, globally and with a particular expertise in Asia, establishing partnerships and projects with government, multilaterals, private sector, academia and investors.

Christina was in Vogue Business’ 2024 100 Innovators list, in the category of sustainability thought leaders; she was listed by UK VOGUE as one of the UK’s ‘Top 30 Inspirational Women’; she is on Asia Tatler’s The Impact List as one most influential individuals defining the future of Asia; and UBS names her as a ‘Global Visionary’. She has commented for global media, including various VOGUEs, Telegraph, Guardian, BBC, CNN Style, New York Times, Forbes, Bloomberg BusinessWeek, China Daily and more. She is a regular speaker at global conferences. She co-authored ‘Dress [with] Sense’ the practical guide to a conscious closet, published by Thames and Hudson; she co-hosted the award-winning docu-series, ‘Frontline Fashion’; and her TEDx talks have been widely viewed.

Dr. Christina Dean

Founder/Chair of Redress, Founder/CEO of The R Collective

Christina is a circular fashion advocate who has been at the forefront of the sustainable fashion movement for almost two decades. She founded Redress, the Hong Kong headquartered Asia focused NGO accelerating the transition to a circular system in 2007. She founded The R Collective social impact business that  reuses and recycles luxury textile waste in 2017.

Throughout her career in sustainable fashion, Christina has worked with multi-stakeholders along the fashion value chain, globally and with a particular expertise in Asia, establishing partnerships and projects with government, multilaterals, private sector, academia and investors.

Christina was in Vogue Business’ 2024 100 Innovators list, in the category of sustainability thought leaders; she was listed by UK VOGUE as one of the UK’s ‘Top 30 Inspirational Women’; she is on Asia Tatler’s The Impact List as one most influential individuals defining the future of Asia; and UBS names her as a ‘Global Visionary’. She has commented for global media, including various VOGUEs, Telegraph, Guardian, BBC, CNN Style, New York Times, Forbes, Bloomberg BusinessWeek, China Daily and more. She is a regular speaker at global conferences. She co-authored ‘Dress [with] Sense’ the practical guide to a conscious closet, published by Thames and Hudson; she co-hosted the award-winning docu-series, ‘Frontline Fashion’; and her TEDx talks have been widely viewed.

Jason Wang

Jason Wang

VP of Asia, Apparel, The LYCRA Company

As vice president of Asia, apparel, Jason leads all commercial activities in Asia. He primarily focuses on achieving our company purpose and driving topline growth via the development of long-term value for both the export business and the domestic China apparel retail market. Jason has nearly 20 years’ experience in manufacturing and commercial of chemical field. Before joining The LYCRA Company and its predecessor company in 2011, he worked for GE and ExxonMobil.

Jason Wang

VP of Asia, Apparel, The LYCRA Company

As vice president of Asia, apparel, Jason leads all commercial activities in Asia. He primarily focuses on achieving our company purpose and driving topline growth via the development of long-term value for both the export business and the domestic China apparel retail market. Jason has nearly 20 years’ experience in manufacturing and commercial of chemical field. Before joining The LYCRA Company and its predecessor company in 2011, he worked for GE and ExxonMobil.

Prof. Li Li

Prof. Li Li

Professor, Division of Integrative Systems and Design of HKUST

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.

Prof. Li Li

Professor, Division of Integrative Systems and Design of HKUST

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.

Hon. Sunny Tan

Hon. Sunny Tan

Member of HKSAR Legislative Council (Textiles & Garment)

As a seasoned industrialist, Hon Sunny Tan is currently a Member of the Legislative Council representing the Textiles and Garment functional constituency and Senior Advisor to Luen Thai Holdings Limited, a leading fashion and lifestyle apparel and accessories manufacturer, for which he has served for more than two decades.  He is also the Chairman of the Hong Kong Productivity Council, Executive Deputy Chairman of the Federation of Hong Kong Industries and Executive Vice President of the Hong Kong General Chamber of Textiles.  In 2013, he received the “Young Industrialist Awards of Hong Kong”.

 

Hon Sunny Tan has a strong record of public and community service.  He is a Member of the Committee on Innovation, Technology and Industry Development, a Member of Trade and Industry Advisory Board, a Member of Steering Committee of the Research, Academic and Industry Sectors One-plus (RAISe+) Scheme of the HKSAR Government.  He is also the Chairman of the Design Discipline Advisory Board of Hong Kong Design Institute, and Council Member of the Vocational Training Council, Board Director of the Hong Kong Design Centre. He is also a Standing Committee Member of the Hebei Province Chinese People’s Political Consultative Conference.

 

Hon Sunny Tan obtained a Master of Science degree from Stanford University and Bachelor of Business Administration degree from the University of Wisconsin–Madison.

Hon. Sunny Tan

Member of HKSAR Legislative Council (Textiles & Garment)

As a seasoned industrialist, Hon Sunny Tan is currently a Member of the Legislative Council representing the Textiles and Garment functional constituency and Senior Advisor to Luen Thai Holdings Limited, a leading fashion and lifestyle apparel and accessories manufacturer, for which he has served for more than two decades.  He is also the Chairman of the Hong Kong Productivity Council, Executive Deputy Chairman of the Federation of Hong Kong Industries and Executive Vice President of the Hong Kong General Chamber of Textiles.  In 2013, he received the “Young Industrialist Awards of Hong Kong”.

 

Hon Sunny Tan has a strong record of public and community service.  He is a Member of the Committee on Innovation, Technology and Industry Development, a Member of Trade and Industry Advisory Board, a Member of Steering Committee of the Research, Academic and Industry Sectors One-plus (RAISe+) Scheme of the HKSAR Government.  He is also the Chairman of the Design Discipline Advisory Board of Hong Kong Design Institute, and Council Member of the Vocational Training Council, Board Director of the Hong Kong Design Centre. He is also a Standing Committee Member of the Hebei Province Chinese People’s Political Consultative Conference.

 

Hon Sunny Tan obtained a Master of Science degree from Stanford University and Bachelor of Business Administration degree from the University of Wisconsin–Madison.

Jessica Ng

Jessica Ng

Founder, The Jessica Company

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.

Jessica Ng

Founder, The Jessica Company

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.

Karen Ho

Karen Ho

Head of Corporate and Community Sustainability, WWF-Hong Kong

Inspired by the “An Inconvenient Truth” documentary, Karen wanted to exercise her diverse international management, business development and marketing competencies in advocacy for climate actions, building a culture of carbon performance management and pursuing efforts towards sustainable development.

Karen joined WWF in 2008 as Business Engagement Leader, Climate to work on climate and energy issues in Hong Kong and China, engage businesses and industries across the region to mitigate climate crisis and greenhouse gas emissions through Low Carbon Manufacturing Programme (LCMP) and Low-carbon Office Operation Programme (LOOP). She has also been invited to speak on sustainability at international and regional conferences.

Karen assumed full responsibilities of the Head of Corporate and Community Sustainability since August 2017. She works with stakeholders across public and private sectors as well as civil society to make Hong Kong a sustainable city; explores collaboration opportunities to support community-based environmental protection projects and sustainable development goals (SDGs); promotes best practices of science-based target initiative (SBTi), measurement, reporting and verification (MRV), environmental, social and governance (ESG) disclosure, low-carbon transformation, nature-based solutions (NbS) and net-zero circular economy.
An accomplished senior executive, Karen held senior management positions in Fortune 500 companies prior to joining WWF. Karen holds a Master degree of Business Administration from University of Surrey, UK and is accredited as Chartered Marketer by the Chartered Institute of Marketing, UK since 2001.

Karen Ho

Head of Corporate and Community Sustainability, WWF-Hong Kong

Inspired by the “An Inconvenient Truth” documentary, Karen wanted to exercise her diverse international management, business development and marketing competencies in advocacy for climate actions, building a culture of carbon performance management and pursuing efforts towards sustainable development.

Karen joined WWF in 2008 as Business Engagement Leader, Climate to work on climate and energy issues in Hong Kong and China, engage businesses and industries across the region to mitigate climate crisis and greenhouse gas emissions through Low Carbon Manufacturing Programme (LCMP) and Low-carbon Office Operation Programme (LOOP). She has also been invited to speak on sustainability at international and regional conferences.

Karen assumed full responsibilities of the Head of Corporate and Community Sustainability since August 2017. She works with stakeholders across public and private sectors as well as civil society to make Hong Kong a sustainable city; explores collaboration opportunities to support community-based environmental protection projects and sustainable development goals (SDGs); promotes best practices of science-based target initiative (SBTi), measurement, reporting and verification (MRV), environmental, social and governance (ESG) disclosure, low-carbon transformation, nature-based solutions (NbS) and net-zero circular economy.
An accomplished senior executive, Karen held senior management positions in Fortune 500 companies prior to joining WWF. Karen holds a Master degree of Business Administration from University of Surrey, UK and is accredited as Chartered Marketer by the Chartered Institute of Marketing, UK since 2001.

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