
Technology & Management Executive Forum Series
Talks focusing on the experiences of successful executives and first-hand accounts of the crucial role of technology and management in the marketplace.
The Executive Forum series is one of the many exciting enrichment programs exclusive to students of Dual Degree Program in Technology and Management. Top applicants of the program were also invited which they can also get a taste of how dual degree students learn.
Two forums are organised every academic year, one in Fall and one in Spring. Through this forum series, participants can:
- meet senior international executives and entrepreneurs
- gain insights on how business and industry leaders are gearing up to meet future challenges
- find out first hand how Technology and Management are crucial to the economy.
List of Speakers and Talk Topics

Fireside Chat with Mr. Winston Yung from McKinsey
Partner
McKinsey’s Hong Kong office
Oct 2023

Recycling of Chinese Medicine Resources: Development of Pan Health Products
Chair Professor of Division of Life Science, Director of Center for Chinese Medicine R&D
HKUST
Sep 2024

Driving value creation in growth-stage companies in Asia - some of the challenges and opportunities in VC/PE industry
Managing Director and Portfolio Management Leader
Olympus Capital
Oct 2022

Fireside Chat with Mr. Byron Wong from J.P. Morgan
Head of Wealth Management Technology, Asia Pacific
J.P. Morgan
Mar 2023

Evolution of Mini-Human Heart: From Concept to Business
Chief Executive Officer and Co-founder
Medera Biopharmaceutical
Oct 2021

Entrepreneurship vs. Corporate: Which path first?
Co-Founder & Managing Partner, MaiCapital
CEO, MaiBlocks Technology
Feb 2022

Shaping the future of finance: Innovating to meet new opportunities and challenges
Chief Executive Officer
Assured Asset Management
Oct 2020

The Role of Product Management in the Technology World
SVP & GM, Product Development & Engineering
Harman Consumer Audio
Feb 2021

Social Impact Investing
Head of Greater China and North Asia Real Estate
Actis
Oct 2019

Digital-enabled Brand Building-P&G Greater China Case
General Manager, China Haircare Marketing
Procter & Gamble
Mar 2020

Digital Transformation
Legal Director
Arup
Oct 2018

The Future of Possible
Senior Director, Corporate Strategy & Communication
DJI
Mar 2019

Innovation in Banking IT Gamification for the Next Gen
Director, Global Portfolio Manager
UBS
Sep 2017

Trigger
Chairman
Harmony Asset Management Limited
Mar 2018

Biotech Start-Up-The Growing Pain & Fun
Chief Executive Officer
Lee's Pharmaceutical Holdings Limited
Sep 2016

Century-long organization vs Startup
Head of IT infrastructure and Operation Services
Hong Kong Jockey Club
Feb 2017

Multidiscipline As a Competitive Advantage For Investment Banker
Managing Director
Baring Private Equity Asia
Oct 2015

Embracing the Power of Internet
Co-Founder and President
Xiaomi Corporation
Mar 2016

Digital: The new battle ground in Banking
Global Head of Digital Innovations & Mobile Platform Engineering
HSBC
Apr 2015

Sparking Innovation! The Importance of Landing Insights in a Busy Changing World
Senior Vice President & General Manager, Strategic Business Unit Home & Multimedia
Harman Lifestyle Division
Sep 2015

The Entrepreneurial Mindset: Creating Opportunities for Your Career
Principal Founder
Advances Diamond Solutions, Inc.
Apr 2014

"Invent" your career with Vision and Passion
Chairman
i-Sprint Innovation
Apr 2014

Essential Skills for Success in Today's Connected Economy
Managing Partner, Global Business Services
IBM China/Hong Kong Limited
Nov 2012

Driving Business Value with IT
Director
Deloitte Consulting Hong Kong Ltd.
Nov 2013

Engineering & Business?
Chairman, CEO and Director
Perception Digital Golding Limited
May 2012

How to design and engineer your career
Global Sales Director
DuPont Apollo
Oct 2012

Making Technology an Enabler for Business
Chief Technology Officer
QNet
Nov 2011

Remarking traditional media entertainment for NextGen
Strategic Advisor
Next Mobile Limited
Apr 2012

Strategies and Challenges for IT in Banking Industry
Senior Vice President & Chief Information Officer
China Construction Bank (Asia)
Mar 2010

Technology as a Strategic Advantage in Investment Banking
Chief Information Officer
CLSA
Mar2011

Building a smaller footprint-The DuPont Approach to Sustainable Growth
Former President
Du Pont China Limited
Nov 2007

Effective and Successful T&M Execution
Chief Executive Officer
Hong Kong Cyberport Management Company Limited
Mar 2009

Challenges for Innovation in Asia
Director, Business Development
Schmidt Electronics Group
Nov 2006

Authentic Leadership and Self-Awareness
General Manager
Cisco Systems
Feb 2007

From Engineering to Investment Banking-Strategies for Successful Career Development
Director HK, Investment Banking, Global Banking
Citigroup
Mar 2006

Developing Strategy in an Opaque and Evolving Legal Environment
VP and General Counsel, Asia Pacific
CIBC
May 2006

Starting Your Business: Strategies and Challenges
CEO
Radica Systems Limited
Jul 2005

Logistics Strategies for Global Enterprises
CTO
Orient Overseas Container Line Ltd.
Jul 2005

Critical Success Factors of a Career in High Tech Industry
General Manager, Industry Solutions
Sun Microsystems
Mar 2005

Technology and Management Convergence: Roles for Success
Vice President, Chemical Project Development
ExxonMobil
Mar 2005