Our School has recently hosted a forum in Singapore, uniting experts from academia and industries to delve into the vibrant development of the family office and supply chain management (SCM) sectors in the region. Held on July 11, the forum not only fostered collaboration but also uncovered new opportunities in these pivotal industries.
With an esteemed audience consisting of industry practitioners and school alumni in Singapore, the forum served as a dynamic platform for the School to share valuable insights, foster meaningful connections, and embark on new avenues for collaboration. The event also facilitated the School’s engagement with its alumni and the formation of a vibrant network of professionals.
At the forum, a panel discussion looked into the synergy between Singapore and Hong Kong in family business and the family office sector, featuring insights from Mr. Richie EU, Managing Director of Mergers & Acquisitions, Eu Yan Sang International Limited; Prof. Roger KING, Senior Advisor and Founding Director of the Roger King Center for Asian Family Business and Family Office; Prof. Winnie PENG, Director of the Roger King Center for Asian Family Business and Family Office; and Mr. Daniel TEO, Chairman and Managing Director, Hong How Group.
Another panel, moderated by Prof. CHEUNG Ki-Ling, Member of Executive Committee of the HKUST Li & Fung Supply Chain Institute, explored enhancing supply chain resilience against global economic shifts. It brought together Mr. Bill FONG, Senior Director, Global Supply Management, Micron Technology Inc., Mr. Robert SINCLAIR, Former President of Supply Chain, Global Brands Group (a member of the Fung Group), and Ms. ZHANG Ting-Ting, Chief Executive Officer, Singapore Fashion Council for an enlightening discussion.
The School’s faculty members participating in the panel discussions represent the two dedicated research centers focusing on the relevant sectors. The HKUST Li & Fung Supply Chain Institute taps into HKUST’s research excellence and Li & Fung’s industry expertise in SCM to drive real-world impact. The Roger King Center for Asian Family Business and Family Office aims to bring together academics, practitioners, and policymakers to promote quality development in the family business and family office sector in Hong Kong and beyond.
In the same evening, over a hundred business alumni from different cohorts and programs, valued friends from the business community in Singapore, and our dedicated faculty members from Hong Kong, gathered for a reception. We enjoyed plenty of laughs and engaged in productive conversations.
Read the press release to learn more about the forum, and revisit the memorable moments from the highlight video and the photo album.
