Dr CHEUNG Tin-cheung is the Chairman of the Hong Kong Green Building Council. He is also an Adjunct Professor of City University of Hong Kong, the University of Hong Kong and the Technological and Higher Education Institute of Hong Kong. In addition, he is a member of the Private Columbaria Licensing Board, the Appeal Tribunal Panel under section 45 of the Buildings Ordinance, the Appeal Panel under section 48 of the Basic Housing Units Ordinance, the Expanded Building Committee of the Buildings Department, the Project Board for New Railway Projects of the Transport and Logistics Bureau, and the Independent Railway Expert Advisory Committee for New Railway Projects of the Transport and Logistics Bureau.

Dr CHEUNG holds a Bachelor of Science Degree in Estate Management from the University of Reading, UK, a Master of Science Degree in Construction Management from the University of Bath, UK, and a Doctor of Philosophy Degree in Fire Engineering from the City University of Hong Kong. He has held professional qualifications in building surveying, property management and facility management. He is a Fellow of the Hong Kong Institute of Surveyors, a Registered Professional Surveyor (BS), an Honorary Fellow of the Hong Kong Institute of Facility Management, and a Fellow of the World Institute of Sustainable Development Planners.

Dr CHEUNG was previously Director of Buildings in the HKSAR Government and received the Silver Bauhinia Star Award in 2019 for his dedicated and meritorious service to the Government, particularly in promoting building safety and a sustainable built environment in Hong Kong. He previously also served as an Honorary Professor in the Department of Building and Real Estate at the Hong Kong Polytechnic University (PolyU) and is a recipient of the Outstanding PolyU Alumni Award in Professional Achievement.

Vivian Lee is the Market Director, Environment & Sustainability for Asia at Aurecon, an Asia-Pacific based leadership-owned engineering consulting company. She is a civil/environmental engineer with over 28 years of local, regional and international experience. Her expertise entails the integration of sustainability into various kinds of development projects from planning stage to final implementation. She is also adept in the advisory of sustainability and climate strategies for projects and corporates.

Vivian has a long history of working on climate risk assessments and climate resilience designs. In the early 2010s, she was involved in the study of climate change impact on the National Flood Insurance Program and Improvement of Coastal Floodplain Mapping commissioned by the U.S. Federal Emergency Management Agency to devise a science-based approach for evaluating financial impacts associated with climate risks. Over the years, she has continued to address climate risks and integrate climate resilient design into many projects, including the feasibility study for national flood control and drought relief command system for the PRC Ministry of Water Resources, application of nature-based solutions in flood management project for Alameda Creek in California, design of green infrastructure for redevelopment of Singapore National Stadium into the Sports Hub, integrated river and wetland management system for the Pak Phanang Basin in Thailand, decarbonisation plans for low carbon cities in Sarawak in Malaysia, zero irrigation and rainwater harvesting system at Shui Chuen O public housing estate in Hong Kong, etc.

She is currently a member of the Business Environment Council Climate Change Business Forum Advisory Group, and General Chamber of Commerce Environment & Sustainability Committee.

MK Leung is Director of Sustainable Design of Ronald Lu & Partners (RLP Asia), and Principal Behaviourist of RLP Asia’s insight partner, Behave. His team has delivered numerous high-profile projects, including CIC – Zero Carbon Park, a vertical campus for THEi, Treehouse – the firm’s winning entry in the inaugural Advancing Net Zero Ideas Competition, and many consultancy studies on low-energy residential building design, infrastructure design and construction under extreme temperatures, sponge city design, and others. MK was awarded SIA-Uniseal G-Architect Laureate in 2014 by the Singapore Institute of Architects. He has been recognised around the world for his specialised knowledge and integrated skills in sustainable, net-zero building design projects.

As Senior Sustainability Manager at Link Asset Management, Woody Chan oversees the strategic development and communication of Link’s sustainability framework in close alignment with business model evolution. Most recently, he spearheaded the first ever Sustainability-Linked Insurance renewal in APAC, establishing Link as a thought leader in climate resilience and adaptation finance.

Prior to joining Link, Woody established the CSR & Sustainability team at foodpanda Hong Kong, providing strategic oversight and hands-on execution in focus areas such as emissions and waste reduction as well as social wellbeing. Most notably, he pioneered the first-ever reusable food packaging pilot in Hong Kong in collaboration with WWF-HK in 2022.

Earlier in his career, Woody has also led projects at CWR, one of Asia’s leading think tanks on embedding climate and water risks into business and finance, honing his skills in research and analysis

Daniel Chan is the Field Quality & Excellence Director and Sustainability Lead at Jardine Schindler Group (JSG), based at the Group Headquarters in Hong Kong. In his current role, he takes the lead to drive initiatives in field quality, operational excellence, and sustainability, with a focus on enhancing safety, performance, and environmental outcomes across the organization. As Sustainability Lead, he also supports efforts to advance low carbon and resilient practices within the built environment.

Daniel joined Jardine Schindler in 2003, following an earlier role as a Project Engineer with Mitsubishi. He began his career in engineering and project management, progressing from Senior Project Engineer to Project Manager, before moving into leadership roles in Jardine Schindler Macau as Projects Director and subsequently Field Operations Director.

In 2010, he was seconded to Jardine Schindler Taiwan, where he served as Product Line Manager for New Installations and later as General Manager. Upon returning to Hong Kong in 2012, he was appointed Projects Director and subsequently took on broader responsibilities overseeing New Installation fulfilment and Sales Engineering across Hong Kong and Macau. Since 2017, Daniel has held senior technical leadership roles with regional responsibilities spanning Hong Kong, Macau, and Taiwan, covering safety and quality operations. His career reflects a strong track record in operational leadership, technical excellence, and the integration of sustainability into business practices.

Beyond his corporate role, Daniel actively contributes to the industry in Hong Kong. He has served with organizations including the Lift and Escalator Contractors Association and the Electrical and Mechanical Services Department, and currently holds roles with the Vocational Training Council, the Pacific Asia Lift and Escalator Association, and the Hong Kong General Chamber of Commerce.

Daniel holds a bachelor’s degree in mechanical engineering and a master’s degree in industrial engineering and industrial management. He is a Registered Lift and Escalator Engineer in Hong Kong, a Chartered Engineer in the mechanical discipline, and a member of the Institution of Mechanical Engineers (IMechE).

My Sustainability Goals for 2026:

• Hong Kong can work out a better roadmap in supporting the waste management handling including the governance on the industrial waste collection and recycling
• Green energy promotion to encourage enterprise can find ways to easily access to get Green Energy instead of buying Renewable Energy Certificate
• Policy to encourage the E&M equipment upgrade/modernization shall have the energy efficient product/system feature

Dr. Li has more than 30 years of experience and is recognised for her ability to connect people, foster strategic partnerships, and guide organisations through complex and evolving challenges. In her current role, she leads WSP’s business across Hong Kong and Mainland China to drive strategic growth, with a particular focus to deliver integrated service offerings to clients in major projects and programmes in the region.

She previously served as Executive Director of Strategic Growth, Hong Kong & Mainland China, where she supported closer engagement with key clients and advanced strategic pursuits.

Dr. Li holds a PhD in Structural Engineering from the University of Edinburgh and a

Master’s in Sustainability from the University of Cambridge.

My Sustainability Goals for 2026:

I hope to see Hong Kong embrace a more future-focused mindset, where sectors work together, knowledge is shared generously, and the decisions we make today help shape a better city for tomorrow. As a leader, I want to champion the smart and digital technologies that can accelerate a shift in our sustainability strategies and designs, encourage more Future Ready thinking across our industry, and ensure the major projects we deliver today contribute to a more resilient, liveable and inclusive Hong Kong for generations to come.

Lewis Lam serves as the General Manager (Property Management) at Kai Shing Management Services Limited. He supervises daily property management operations for commercial property projects developed by the Sun Hung Kai Properties Group, specifically within the West Kowloon team. Additionally, Lewis leads the company’s Technology Applications Working Committee and is a member of the ESG Committee, where he is responsible for exploring, implementing, and developing innovative solutions to promote smarter and more sustainable property management practices. He is a licensed property management services practitioner in Hong Kong and is professionally affiliated with various organizations in the property and facility management sector.

My Sustainability Goal for 2026:

1. Accelerating PropTech-Driven Decarbonization, 2. Enhancing Existing Building Performance & Climate Resilience

Ir. Derek Chan is the Lead Manager at Hongkong Land, responsible for Operational Sustainability, Energy Management, Technical Support, and Special Project Management across the Company’s Hong Kong Central portfolio. He also oversees the operation of the portfolio’s Central Monitoring Centre, which optimises building performance. As a Chartered Engineer, Ir. Chan specialises in green building design, tenant engagement, and implementing AI, IoT, and sustainability-focused projects in existing buildings.

Prof. Martin Zhu is Co-Founder and CEO of i2Cool, whose electricity-free radiative cooling technology offers a retrofit pathway for existing buildings to cut energy demand without major structural upgrades.

He earned his PhD in Energy and Environment from the City University of Hong Kong (CityUHK) under the supervision of Ir Prof. Edwin Chi-Yan Tso, and now serves as Adjunct Professor in the University’s College of Business. He also sits on the HKSAR Government’s Green Technology and Finance Development Committee, and was named to Forbes China’s 30 Under 30 and the Hurun U30 China Entrepreneurship Pioneers list.

Co-founding i2Cool with Prof. Tso, Prof. Zhu has taken passive radiative cooling from lab research to commercial deployment across 30+ countries and regions, completing 500+ projects and saving over 15 million kWh of electricity to date.

My Sustainability Goal for 2026:
“From façades to fabrics — rethinking how the world stays cool, one surface at a time.”

Rose is a multidisciplinary strategist with over 15 years of experience shaping real estate and urban development narratives across the United States and Asia Pacific. As part of the Thought Leadership and Programmes team at ULI Asia Pacific, she leads industry dialogue on sustainability, resilience, and placemaking.

Rose is a co-author of ULI Emerging Trends in Real Estate® Asia Pacific and the ULI Asia Pacific Home Attainability Report, delivering data-driven insights and best-practice recommendations for developers, policymakers, and community stakeholders.

A registered architect in both Victoria and California, and a LEED AP BD+C, she combines technical expertise with a strong strategic lens.

Jo Hayes is Chief Executive Officer of Habitat for Humanity Hong Kong, part of the global housing organisation working to ensure everyone has a safe, decent, and affordable place to live. She leads the organisation’s strategy, partnerships, and impact in Hong Kong, advancing housing solutions that improve living conditions and strengthen communities.

With nearly 30 years of international experience across the public, private, and nonprofit sectors, including roles with the British Council, BBC Worldwide, and The Women’s Foundation, Jo brings extensive expertise in strategy, governance, organisational leadership, and stakeholder engagement.

As CEO of Habitat for Humanity Hong Kong, Jo is a strong advocate for the role of housing as a foundation for health, economic opportunity, and social mobility. She works with community organisations, corporate partners, and policy makers to address housing vulnerability and promote housing as a critical component of sustainable and inclusive urban development.

A Hong Kong Jockey Club Chicago Booth Executive MBA Scholar, Jo brings analytical rigour, financial discipline, and systems thinking to complex social and organisational challenges. She is known for applying evidence-based decision-making to strategy, governance, and organisational growth. Originally from the UK, she has lived and worked across Asia and Europe and has been based in Hong Kong since 2013.

My Sustainability Goals for 2026:
1. Improve housing quality and living conditions for vulnerable households
Housing should be recognised as a sustainability issue, not just a social issue. I would like to see tangible progress in reducing the number of Hong Kong residents living in inadequate housing conditions and greater investment in healthy, safe, and climate resilient homes.

2. Accelerate low-carbon housing development and retrofitting
Hong Kong needs to increase the speed and scale of low-carbon construction and building upgrades. This includes reducing embodied carbon in new developments and improving the energy efficiency of existing housing stock.

3. Strengthen cross-sector collaboration to address housing attainability
No single sector can solve Hong Kong’s housing challenges alone. I would like to see stronger partnerships between government, developers, financiers, construction firms, and nonprofits to deliver affordable and sustainable housing solutions at scale.

Dr Mckey Ho is a structural engineer with over 30 years of experience in building structural design, construction supervision, and quality management. He currently serves as Senior Structural Engineer at the Hong Kong Housing Authority. Over the past 3 years, he has been responsible for research and development in sustainable construction, carbon footprint reduction, and ceiling price batch procurement of Modular Integrated Construction (MiC) modules. Prior to this, he served for 8 years as the Head of the Materials & Components Team, where he oversaw surveillance testing of materials and contributed to the development of product certification schemes.

Ryan is the Vice President and Executive Director of Public Policy Institute at Our Hong Kong Foundation. He leads the Foundation’s think tank to advise the government and private sector organisations on public policy and strategic development. Before joining OHKF, he was an economist at JLL and the Hong Kong Monetary Authority. He holds a Master of Science degree in Economics from the London School of Economics and is a Chartered Surveyor. He is also an Independent Non-Executive Director at China Merchants Land Limited.

Ryan is active in public service and is a member of the Advisory Committee on the Northern Metropolis, the Land and Development Advisory Committee, the Town Planning Board, the Tourism Strategy Committee, the Estate Agents Authority, and the Hong Kong Maritime and Port Development Board. He is also a Vice President of the China Real Estate Chamber of Commerce Hong Kong and International Chapter, and a board member of the Hong Kong Proptech Association.

Kelvin S.K. Wong is a Professor of Real Estate at the University of Hong Kong, where he leads the Real Estate Lab and serves as Executive Associate Dean of the Faculty of Architecture. As a real estate economist, Kelvin focuses on analyzing the behaviors of developers, investors, occupiers, and agents in markets characterized by inefficiencies. He is renowned for co-inventing Hong Kong’s repeat-sales property price index—the first tradable housing derivative in Asia. Ranked globally for his leadership in real estate academia, he has received numerous awards such as the Senior Fulbright Scholar, Homer Hoyt Institute’s Post-Doctoral Honoree, and the University of Cambridge’s Doris-Zimmern Award. He also serves on the Engineering Panel of the Hong Kong Research Grants Council, helping to shape the direction of research funding across Hong Kong’s universities. Kelvin’s ongoing efforts strive to improve market understanding and inform policy development in real estate, ultimately benefiting both the industry and society.

Don Tse serves as President (2026-2027) of the IFMA Hong Kong Chapter, having previously served as Secretary (2024-2025). He is currently Head of Property Management, Hong Kong Central at Hongkong Land Limited, leading the management and operational excellence of a portfolio of premier commercial properties.

With more than 20 years of experience in property management, building operations, technical services, energy management and sustainability, Don is passionate about creating high-performing, future-ready buildings. Throughout his career, he has championed initiatives that enhance operational efficiency, advance sustainability and drive innovation, from energy optimisation and renewable energy projects to the adoption of smart building technologies.

Beyond his professional responsibilities, Don is dedicated to advancing industry best practices and fostering collaboration across the built environment community. He actively contributes to sustainability and professional development initiatives through organisations including the Business Environment Council and the Hong Kong Green Building Council.

Don holds a Bachelor’s Degree in Mechanical Engineering (Building Services) from HKUST and a Master’s Degree in Urban Planning from HKU. As a Chartered Building Services Engineer, he believes that strong partnerships, continuous learning and innovation are essential to building a more sustainable and resilient future.

Wong Ho Yin (Deacon) is a Director of IFMA Hong Kong Chapter and a PhD researcher in Fire Safety, with a strong focus on smart building technologies, AIoT applications and future-ready facility management. His work bridges academic research, building operations and technology adoption, particularly in how data, sensors, artificial intelligence and connected systems can help property and facility management teams move from reactive maintenance to more predictive, proactive and resilient operations.

My Sustainability Goals for 2026:

1. Smarter buildings: Use AI, IoT and data-driven facility management to improve efficiency, safety and resilience. SDG 9, 11

2. Resource efficiency: Reduce energy waste and unnecessary consumption through predictive maintenance and smarter operations. SDG 12, 13

3. Collaboration: Connect facility managers, property owners, technology providers and researchers to scale practical sustainability solutions. SDG 17

Kylie Davis is a globally recognised expert and commentator on the Australian proptech industry and entrepreneur. She is the founder and president of Proptech Australia, host of the Proptech Podcast and runs a successful consulting business specialising in helping proptechs to accelerate their growth.

Kylie has an MBA from the University of NSW, is a Graduate of the Australian Institute of Company Directors and is a founding member of the Rise Initiative, a charity that focuses on mental wellness across the property professions, in addition to holding multiple directorships and advisory board roles.

Her research into consumer experiences of real estate set the benchmark for behavioural performance in Australia. She is the author of more than a dozen landmark reports including analyses of property management, the future of real estate and delivering better buyer and seller experiences. She is currently co-authoring a book on AI in commercial real estate due for publication in 2027.

Barry is the President (2026-2027) at ASHRAE Hong Kong Chapter. He is the Head of Building Services at Swire Properties Limited. His works involve formulating the corporate decarbonization and energy saving strategies within Swire Properties to pave way for the company in advancing towards a net zero future, implementation of digitalization, artificial intelligence & innovative solution for building applications.

My Sustainability Goals for 2026:

1) Adopt Artificial Intelligence to achieve system optimization to drive decarbonization for Building Sector instead still under piecemeal consideration
2) With more open-minded collaborations between different stakeholders within Building Sector to work towards carbon neutrality

Mr Jonathan Lee is a seasoned IT professional with over 25 years of experience across financial services, manufacturing and retail, government, education and healthcare, telecommunications, and commercial industries, having held key roles in leading global technology companies spanning system integrator services, solution engineering, industry go-to-market programs, professional services delivery, and team leadership. His deep expertise spans agentic AI, SaaS, PaaS, cloud-native solutions, integration platforms, CRM, ERP, HCM, and big data technologies, complemented by growing specialisation in facilities management, digital twin technology, and Lenovo’s smart building and energy-saving solutions, where he applies IoT-enabled monitoring and intelligent building management to help organisations reduce energy consumption and advance their ESG and sustainability goals. This combination of enterprise technology depth and green building expertise enables him to partner effectively with customers and stakeholders to design, deliver, and scale digital transformation initiatives that are both business-driven and sustainability-focused.

Mr. Steven So is responsible for the business development, facility planning, and performance management of data centers operated by NTT in Hong Kong. He is also in charge of business planning, infrastructure design, and project management of the award-winning Hong Kong Financial Data Center (FDCTM) in Tseung Kwan O.

Prior to joining the company in 2008, he was the Facility Manager of EC Harris responsible for operation and transition management at the HSBC Data Center. He was also the Senior Administration Manager of APT Satellite Co. Ltd. in charge of the construction and management of APT Telepark in the early 2000s.

Mr. So holds a Master of Science degree in Facility Management from the Hong Kong Polytechnic University and Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering from the University of New South Wales.

Joshua Sharman, Chief Commercial Director of ISS Hong Kong, has over 15 years of Facility Management experience.

Joshua joined ISS in 2020, having already worked in FM in Hong Kong and around the Asia Pacific region for the previous 7 years and in the FM industry in the UK prior to that in a variety of Business Development and Operational roles.

Joshua was born and raised in Hong Kong. Joshua’s career to date has included helping different clients to review their contracts so as to identify areas for savings, operational gaps, reducing wastage, improving productivity through alternative business models and driving the ESG agenda.

Joshua has a passion for ESG and the unique strength our industry has to help drive it, as well as trying to attract new talent to the FM industry that he himself has gained so much learning and benefitting from. Having originally started in the sustainability industry, Joshua has taken great pride in carrying through his early honed specialisms to help continue to drive the advancement of the ESG agenda within a much broader context.

My Sustainability Goals for 2026:

• Greater use of data driven decision making to make smarter ESG decisions.
• The advancement of green energy sourcing, including energy from waste but also longer term plans for greater use of wind and solar.
• Continued momentum in electrification of vehicles.

Rick Cheung is Assistant Vice President of Emerging Technologies and Solutions Development at HKT Enterprise Solutions, one of Hong Kong’s leading telecommunications and technology service providers. Rick leads the conceptualisation and commercialisation of next-generation enterprise solutions, with a particular focus on Artificial Intelligence, robotics automation and smart city applications.

Rick brings over a decade of hands-on experience in solutions development and technology innovation. Throughout his tenure at HKT, Rick has been instrumental in driving the adoption of AI-powered platforms and robotics across multiple industry verticals, including public utilities, healthcare, public transportation operators and large-scale property development. He has championed the integration of robotics and automation into enterprise workflows.

Rick is a recognised thought leader on the convergence of AI, 5G and physical automation, and regularly engages with academia, industry bodies and government partners to shape Hong Kong’s digital transformation agenda.

My Sustainability Goals for 2026:

• Drive low-carbon smart infrastructure by integrating AI, IoT, and 5G to optimise energy consumption and operational efficiency across buildings, transport, and utilities.
• Accelerate adoption of robotics and automation to reduce human-intensive processes, improve resource utilisation, and enhance workplace safety in high-risk or labour-constrained environments.
• Collaborate with government, academia, and industry to develop scalable smart city solutions that support ESG targets, including carbon reduction, sustainable urban planning, and data-driven environmental monitoring.

Garrick specialises in driving organisational change that creates business value alongside positive impact through the Creating Shared Value (CSV) strategy.

His 20+ years of experience and expertise cover real estate and hospitality asset management, organisational development, corporate sustainability, impact measurement and management, social intrapreneurship, NGO management, charitable fundraising, and grant management.

In his current role with a leading private conglomerate in Hong Kong, Garrick leads efforts to embed sustainability and shared value principles across the group’s operations and value chain through a Sustainability-as-a-Service approach. A core responsibility of his team is to implement new solutions that support commercial tenants in achieving their sustainability goals through green and social leases, to continuously enhancing the company’s competitiveness. In addition, his team oversees voluntary reporting related to decarbonisation and climate, nature, governance, and green financing.

For the wider industries, he advocates for the implementation of impact measurement, through thought leadership and consultancy engagement, to enable the continuous improvement of the effectiveness of corporate impact funding with transparency and accountability. These efforts extend beyond the local market and have received unprecedented recognition from global platforms, including the Shared Value Award and Social Value Award.

In addition to his professional role, Garrick serves on a voluntary basis as Chairperson of the Advisory Committee on Graduate Employment at The Hang Seng University of Hong Kong, Vice President of CareER (a charity supporting employability for students with special needs), and a Board Member of Junior Achievement Hong Kong (a charity promoting youth employability).

Phoebe Leung is the Senior Sustainable Development Manager of Swire Properties. Her work involves supporting the Company’s Sustainable Development (SD) 2030 Strategy as well as action plans and programmes to improve the company’s overall SD performance.

She leads the planning and execution of Swire Properties’ SD tenant engagement strategy and bespoke tenant programmes, such as the Green Performance Pledge and Green Kitchen Initiative, fostering landlord-tenant partnerships to incorporate sustainability throughout the design, fit-out and occupancy stages.

In addition, she drives the Company’s Resource and Circularity Taskforce, made up of representatives from portfolio teams and hotels, to regularly analyse waste performance and facilitate new initiatives. She leads the development of new partnerships and innovations to design out waste, encourage reuse and enhance resource recovery. Her recent projects include the Taikoo Place Smart Reusable Cup and Food Box Programme, and launching the Smart Waste Reduction Challenge which utilises smart scales and a digital engagement platform to gamify the Company’s collective sustainability journey with tenants.

Phoebe is a Chartered Environmentalist and also holds a Master of Public Administration from Columbia University.

Amy Yu is a corporate partner at Stephenson Harwood, based in Hong Kong, where she supports financial institutions, private clients, and listed companies in navigating intricate corporate transactions.

Her expertise spans mergers and acquisitions, joint ventures, and corporate reorganizations, making her a trusted advisor for companies across diverse sectors such as life sciences, real estate, and financial services.

Amy’s approach is both strategic and pragmatic, with a strong client focus. She ensures compliance with Hong Kong Listing Rules and securities laws, while facilitating transactions that align with clients’ needs. She has a proven track record in advising on high-profile deals, including the strategic acquisition of logistics properties by NWS Holdings Limited and the sale of a controlling stake in SWCS Corporate Services.

Her ability to manage both transactional and compliance aspects makes her an invaluable asset to her clients. Clients appreciate Amy’s can-do attitude and her attentiveness to their needs, which have established her as a key player in the corporate legal landscape.

Her work is characterized by a commitment to delivering results that align with her clients’ business objectives, ensuring their success in a competitive market.

Olivia Wong is the General Manager – Environmental & Social Responsibility at MTR Corporation Ltd and is responsible for formulating and implementing clear and effective strategies in achieving MTR’s social and environmental objectives and in championing the corporation’s ESG efforts and commitments.
Prior to joining MTR, Olivia spent her entire professional career with the Swire group in different business units including Cathay Pacific and Swire Properties. Her last role in John Swire & Sons (H.K.) Ltd was the Group Head of Diversity & Inclusion where she developed a coherent diversity and inclusion (“D&I”) strategy and aligned D&I initiatives across the Swire Group.

At Swire Properties Ltd. she was the Director HR & Administration and prior to that she was General Manager – Leadership Development at John Swire & Sons (H.K.) Ltd with responsibility for recruiting and fostering talent for the Swire Group. She started her career in Cathay Pacific and held leadership roles in Hong Kong, Southeast Asia and Europe.

Olivia graduated with a Bachelor of Social Sciences degree from the University of California, Berkeley and has an MBA from the University of Michigan. She is a resolute volunteer with Habitat for Humanity since 2005 and recently stepped down as Chair of Habitat for Humanity Hong Kong after serving on the board for nine years. She continues to serve as a director on Habitat for Humanity International board. She has joined the board of ImpactHK in September 2025.

My Sustainability Goals for 2026:

My personal hope for Hong Kong in 2026 and beyond is that sustainability becomes understood and practised as an inseparable balance between environmental and social impact. We need to move beyond recognising this relationship in theory, and embed it in the way decisions are made, partnerships are formed, and progress is measured. I also hope Hong Kong will embrace the opportunities of AI responsibly — ensuring this powerful technology accelerates climate and sustainability solutions while helping to build a more equitable society where everyone can benefit. Above all, I hope to see deeper and more genuine partnership across civil society, with government, corporates, educational institutions and NGOs working together with shared purpose to build a more sustainable, inclusive and resilient Hong Kong.

With more than 35 years’ experience working with some of the world’s most renowned companies – from Huawei to Microsoft to Coca-Cola – Mark helps brands tell their stories in an increasingly complex communications environment.

Over the last five years, he has focused on helping organisations of all sizes and types, break through the clutter in and around sustainability helping them raise funding, find new customers or stay on the right side of regulators.

My Sustainability Goals for 2026:

The embedding of sustainability into the HKSAR Five-Year plan.

Jens-Peter is an expert in the transportation sector for 30 years and a Fellow of IET.

He has degrees in electrical engineering and economic psychology, because for him, technology and people belong together, especially when it comes to digital transformation and the application of artificial intelligence.

By living and working throughout Europe, America and Asia, he became passionate about diversity and leveraging cultural synergies for the development of disruptive innovations.
As the CEO of Siemens Mobility in Hong Kong, he is working with his team and local partners to turn Hong Kong into a sustainable and smart city.

Holding patents by himself, he is always looking for bright ideas and supports talents and their visions. And still today he is dealing with latest technologies and is using AI for developing apps by himself, just for fun.

My Sustainability Goals for 2026:

• Accelerate impact with smart and sustainable solutions for Hong Kong

Tom Owen joined HAECO as Group Director Corporate Development in January 2026. He oversees the group’s strategic development, information and digital technology, and sustainable development, and manages relationships with joint venture and government partners. Prior to HAECO, he served as Director Cargo and Director People at Cathay. Since joining the Swire Group in 1995, Tom has held diverse leadership roles in both Hong Kong and abroad.

Mr. Andy Pang is experienced Engineer in Rolling Stocks and Maintenance Data Analytics. Mr. Pang established Data Studio office and team at MTR to support Smart Maintenance, providing insightful analytics to maintenance team through collection and integration of data and performing cross-system analytics to unlock actionable insights for asset maintenance in various Railway systems.

Mr. Pang is also experienced in Condition Based Monitoring in railway systems. He has designed and implemented sensors and IoT systems on the train and railways infrastructure, for proactive asset condition monitoring, so that developing mechanical faults could be identified, and corrective actions could be taken.

Mr Ralph Xu is now the Head, Green Transportation at Centre of Advanced Power and Autonomous Systems (APAS), Hong Kong Productivity Council(HKPC). He joined HKPC with his solid background of automotive industry and electric vehicle development. He has been working in automotive industry for 18 years, with profound experience in R&D, manufacturing and quality control.

Mr Xu obtained bachelor’s degree of engineering in Shanghai Jiao Tong University and started his career in automotive industry as quality engineer in Honda’s local joint venture. He is equipped with broad knowledge of vehicle engineering, component design and development, and good understanding of automotive suppliers. Along with the booming of EV market, he started the EV development career in DENZA, the joint venture of Daimler and BYD from 2011. Throughout 10 years, as R&D manager, he participated in the development of 4 BEV and 1 PHEV models. He has vast experience on EV project planning, product development, testing and validation. He provides a unique insight of NEV industry with the knowledge of electric vehicle integration, HV system and EV testing. He is now responsible for R&D projects in APAS focusing on new energy transportation including EV and hydrogen energy technology.

My Sustainability Goals for 2026:

• Promote energy-efficient buildings and smart city solutions
• Support green businesses and local innovation
• Promote environmental education in schools and workplaces.
• Encourage local partnerships between government, businesses, and citizens
• Increase the use of electric vehicles and clean public transport

Jason is the Assistant Research Director and Head of Land and Housing Research at Our Hong Kong Foundation, where he leads a team of research professionals conducting in-depth analysis across land and housing, transport and logistics, and retail and tourism.

Drawing on his expertise in research, advisory, and consultancy, he provides evidence-based insights and actionable recommendations to government agencies, statutory bodies, and major corporations. His work has directly influenced public policy, and he has authored 15 research reports and co-written a book.

A chartered surveyor and regular media commentator, Jason has written over 100 op-eds and appears frequently on local, Mainland, and international outlets to provide expert analysis on land and housing policies and real estate market dynamics. He is also an RICS Inspire Ambassador, actively contributing to the surveying profession and the next generation of built environment professionals.

​Terry Chu is the Head of IT at S.F. Express (Hong Kong) Limited(“SFHK”), where he directs the regional technology roadmap, cloud transformation, AI and data analytics, and digital innovation initiatives. With over 20 years of global IT leadership experience, Terry specializes in transforming enterprise IT operations into agile, high-performing engines that drive business growth and modern smart logistics solutions.

​Under his leadership, SFHK established a dedicated innovation unit and has actively contributed to Hong Kong’s low-altitude sandbox initiatives—exploring drone applications, smart logistics, and advanced airspace logistics. Terry’s team focuses on building the robust digital architecture, real-time data modeling, and cloud-backed platforms needed to support complex low-altitude operations safely. At the forum, Terry shares practical insights on bridging physical logistics with low-altitude tech infrastructure and leveraging calculated innovation to accelerate safe, scalable drone deployments across Hong Kong and the Greater Bay Area.

Mr. Dick Li currently serves as a Senior Consultant for the Low-altitude Economy at Hong Kong Productivity Council (HKPC), specialising in drone project development and the creation of innovative applications through collaboration with government departments and corporates. He is a Civil Aviation Department (CAD) certified Advanced Rating Remote Pilot (Category A, B & C). In addition, he has participated as technical partner representative in the Transport and Logistics Bureau (TLB) and CAD Regulatory Sandbox initiatives, contributing to the advancement of drone technology and regulatory development in Hong Kong.

Li Yuehuan, holds a B.Sc. in Geodesy and Geomatics Engineering from Wuhan University and an advanced degree from the University of Hong Kong. She is currently Deputy General Manager of Business at SUTPC Digital Technology (Hong Kong) Limited.Specializing in digital twins, low-altitude economy and smart mobility, she has led the R&D and delivery of multiple large-scale smart-city projects in Shenzhen and spearheaded international flagship initiatives such as the Hong Kong Low-Altitude Economy Sandbox, the UAE Smart Transportation Project and Saudi Arabia’s Riyadh Integrated Operations Management Center, driving global advances in smart urban and low-altitude economic development.

Adjunct Professor, Department of Electrical and Electronic Engineering, PolyU
Adjunct Professor, Department of Biomedical Engineering, CityU
Adjunct Professor, School of Science & Technology, MU

A Fellow Electrical and Automation Engineer Chartered since 2009 holding Postgraduate degrees in both Business Administration (DBA) and Science (MSc). Technical know-how with sound knowledge in project management, people development and operation management.

20 years of managerial experience in the Hong Kong International Airport, especially on mobilizing 40+ business partners towards electrification to achieve 25% carbon reduction.

Currently leading the Department of Engineering Services at Cyberport to nurture the youth and create smart living solutions. Moreover, I was the driving person of Digital Transformation returned from London Heathrow in 2019.

My Sustainability Goals for 2026:

• Turning ideas into business
• Explore the opportunities for long term development

Raymond Kwok is a trained mechanical engineer and the General Manager of Environmental Science at Chinachem Group, where he spearheads building services, sustainability, and innovation initiatives. In his current leadership role, he serves as the vice-chairman of the Corporate “Planet Sub-committee” and is a key member of the ESG steering committee, actively driving environmental policy-making from the planning stage through to operation. Drawing on his extensive background in advanced engineering and green building practices, his work champions lifecycle sustainability and directly supports the transition toward circular cities and highly resource-efficient built environments.

My Sustainability Goals for 2026:

• Scale Smart Building Innovations for Operational Efficiency
• Drive High Energy Performance Design in New Developments
• Boost Material Reuse and Cut Construction Waste

Celina Chan heads up Sustainability and Sustainable Finance for OCBC Bank in Hong Kong. OCBC is the longest established Singapore bank and is one of the world’s most highly-rated banks.

OCBC, as an early mover in mobilising capital to support corporates’ sustainable transition, has surpassed S$80 billion (c. HK$490 billion or US$60 billion) in sustainable financing. OCBC has been named Best Bank for Sustainable Finance in Hong Kong, and Best Bank for Sustainable Finance in Singapore, by Global Finance.

Celina, as a pioneer in ESG solutions, has contributed to innovative transactions including the world’s first Sustainability-Linked Bond for a real estate developer (2021), Hong Kong’s first sustainable finance in the logistics industry (2022), as well as Hong Kong’s first Green And Transition Loan in the real estate industry (2024).

Prior to joining OCBC, Celina was at HSBC as an International Manager where she was a corporate banker in Hong Kong, Sri Lanka, and the UK; and where she managed regional and global strategies for the bank. She specialised in impact finance when she was awarded a scholarship to complete an MBA at the University of Oxford. Celina has lived in Asia, Europe, US, and Africa and is an advocate of finance for good.

My Sustainability Goals for 2026:

For greater collaboration in Hong Kong, to mobilise much needed capital and to support sectors most in need on their transition towards a sustainable world.

Ken Ho is the Head of Sustainability and Environment at Hip Hing Construction Co. Ltd., leading corporate ESG strategy, decarbonization roadmaps, and sustainable construction practices across major building and infrastructure projects in Hong Kong.

With deep expertise in site environmental management, Scope 1–3 emissions reduction, and low-carbon technology integration, Ken is a key driver of resource circularity within the local built environment.

Ken actively advocates for practical, scalable circular economy solutions—focusing on material lifecycle optimization, onsite waste reduction, and material reuse to accelerate Hong Kong’s transition toward net-zero, resilient urban development.
Speaker’s Sustainability Goals for 2026

My Sustainability Goals for 2026:

• Accelerate Construction Material Circularity: Expand onsite material sorting, reclamation, and reuse protocols across key building projects to reduce construction waste diverted to landfills.
• Drive Embodied Carbon Reduction: Collaborate with material suppliers and design teams to standardize low-carbon, recycled, and upcycled building materials in project specifications.
• Advance Whole-Lifecycle Stewardship: Foster regional supply chain partnerships to enable material traceability and turn temporary site resources into long-term circular assets.

Siu Kei (SK) Wu is Head of ESG at Alliance Construction Materials Limited, with over 30 years of experience in sustainability, health and safety, environmental management, and risk management. He leads the company’s ESG, circular economy, and digital transformation initiatives, and has been a key contributor to low-carbon construction materials development in Hong Kong. SK actively supports industry advancement through his roles with HKQAA and the Hong Kong Accreditation Service on GHG validation and verification.

Based in Shanghai, Jing Wang serves as Vice President for North Asia at USGBC and GBCI, the organizations that developed and administer LEED, one of the world’s leading green building rating systems. She works with industry leaders, developers, investors and public-sector organizations across North Asia to advance sustainable buildings and accelerate market transformation. A frequent speaker at regional industry forums, Jing shares insights on sustainable development, green building and market transformation, and is committed to fostering collaboration across the built environment.

Prior to joining USGBC and GBCI, Jing led the Marketing & Communications function at CBRE China, a leading global real estate services firm. She also held regional marketing roles with Starwood Hotels & Resorts in Singapore and China before the company became part of Marriott International.

Jing holds an MBA from the University of Manchester and is a member of the Royal Institution of Chartered Surveyors (RICS).

Ms. Julia Chan is an ecologist and Environmental Impact Assessment (EIA) Expert member for the Hong Kong Institute of Qualified Environmental Professionals. Currently the Environment and Society (E&S) Leader for Asia unit of Mott MacDonald Group based in Hong Kong, leading the E&S team across nine countries/cities in delivering environmental, sustainability and climate resilience solutions for local and international development projects for transportation, building and energy sectors.

She is specialised in wetland and biodiversity conservation, river revitalisation and eco-seawall design by nature-based solutions to promote liveable cities and biodiversity net gain. She has over 25 years’ experience in ecological monitoring, environmental and social impact assessment, environmental management and ecological design in support blue-green infrastructures. Projects involving ecological enhancement design and biodiversity conservation led by/with major involvement by Julia including the river revitalisation of Lower Lam Tsuen River site trial design for Eco-hydraulics Study on Green Channels Stage 2, Enhancement of Shek Sheung River Investigation and Enhancement of Existing River Sections Investigation for the Drainage Services Department, River Revitalisation Specialist for the Tung Chung New Town Development West Environmental Team Services, Project Director of a Comprehensive Residential Development with Wetland Restoration Area at Wo Shang Wai Yuen Long and Marine Ecology Specialist for the Third Runway Project Environmental Team, advising on marine and fisheries conservation initiatives for the Airport Authority Hong Kong.

My Sustainability Goals for 2026:

Conserving Life on Land and Below Water by nature-based design to promote sustainable cities and to the benefit to our communities.

Victor joined Hong Kong-Shenzhen Innovation and Technology Park (HSITP) in 2024 as the Director of Sustainability to lead the development of net-zero roadmap, stakeholder engagement and shared value creation.

Victor assumed various global and regional executive roles with multinationals. Prior to joining HSITP, Victor oversaw the global sustainability strategy for a Fortune 500 fashion and wearable technology company with a presence of over 32 countries. He spearheads a net zero transition strategy for the 40 years old global brand.

He has been a prominent advocate for sustainable development and regional collaboration of his presence in multiple market segments – green tech, material science, retail and manufacturing,

He received a Master’s Degree in Business Administration from Imperial Business School in 2015 and a Bachelor’s Degree in Molecular Genetics from University of Toronto in 2000.

My Sustainability Goals for 2026:

More green tech companies would set up their innovation hub in Hong Kong. Succesful green tech application can be scaled up in Hong Kong and expand to other regions.

Mr. Pak Kin Cheung joined the HKSAR government as engineer in 2011 and joined CEDD in 2014.  He is taking part in the development of Northern Metropolis (NM), and currently oversees the Fanling North / Kwu Tung North New Development Area implementation.  Before participating in NM, Mr. Cheung spent over 10 years for the sustainable development and conservation in Lantau Island including Tung Chung New Town Extension, South Lantau Eco-recreation Corridor and Study for Kau Yi Chau Artificial Islands.  Before joining CEDD, he worked in the Drainage Services Department responsible for major flood prevention projects against climate change.

Iping Yang, LEED Fellow, is Sustainability Manager of TAIPEI 101 Tower, responsible for green building marketing and strategy in order to ensure the green leadership for TAIPEI 101. Iping is a sustainability expert specialized in LEED & WELL, CSR, SDG, ESG, and successfully helped TAIPEI 101 to achieve LEED v4 O+M platinum certification. Iping is also in charge of TAIPEI 101’s new business line for green building consulting including LEED certification and green property management.

Iping maintains strong relationships with key organizations internationally. She is currently Chairman of Taiwan’s official LEED Professionals Association, seed. She is invited to join CTBUH Expert Peer Review Committee since 2018. With Iping’s support, in 2019, TAIPEI 101 team helped CTBC bank to achieve LEED v4.1 platinum certification, and CTBUH recognized TAIPEI 101 as one of the world’s “50 Most Influential Tall Buildings of the last 50 years”.

Stéphanie Dodin is the Executive Director of the French Chamber of Commerce and Industry in Hong Kong, leading its strategy to strengthen Franco-Hong Kong business ties. She brings over 20 years of experience in international tax, M&A, and corporate law, having held senior legal and advisory roles in Europe before taking on her current leadership position in Hong Kong.

Yannick has been a member of the board of FrenchTech HK SZ for the past year. He’s an active angel advisor, as well as a senior professional with over 15 years of experience in France and Asia.

Antoine Oustrin is Director of Industry & Technology at Business France in China, where he leads a team supporting French companies in their market entry, expansion, and partnership strategies across Greater China. Based in Beijing, he has spent more than 15 years helping international businesses navigate Greater China’s evolving economic landscape, regulatory environment, and industrial ecosystems.

Mr. Victor Tai was appointed the Under Secretary for Housing of the HKSAR on 25 July 2022. Victor is an architect with over 30 years of experience covering project and programme management of public architecture projects in the Architectural Services Department, planning and implementation of the Kai Tak Sports Park in the former Home Affairs Bureau and works policies formulation in the Development Bureau.

Bruno BOTELLA is a graduate of Arts et Métiers Engineering School in Paris. He is a highly experienced professional over 35 years of work experience. A strong background in general management, project financing, property development, contracts and project management in the fields of construction, venue operation and maintenance.

Since July 2022, he has been appointed CEO Asia Pacific for Bouygues Batiment International – the company with which he previously cultivated his global and pioneering spirit, starting his career in Hong Kong in 1987 before moving on to Jordan, the Czech Republic, Malaysia and the South-East of France where he was heading Bouygues Batiment Sud-Est.

He is overseeing the activities in all countries in the region Hong Kong, Macao, Vietnam, Thailand, Myanmar, Philippines, Singapore and Australia, with the vitally important support of the country directors. He is based in Hong Kong, the central headquarters for Asia Pacific activities.

Jonathan Chiu is President of Schneider Electric Hong Kong. He currently heads the company’s Management Committee responsible for overseeing the strategic direction, operational delivery and business development for Schneider Electric in Hong Kong and Macau.

Since joining Schneider Electric three decades ago, Jonathan has held leadership positions across multiple business divisions. He is passionate about harnessing energy technology to advance digitalization, electrification and automation, driving greater efficiency and sustainability across buildings, data centers, infrastructure and grids in Hong Kong. His extensive experience has been instrumental in broadening Schneider Electric’s impact and strengthening its position as a trusted partner in the region.

Jonathan currently serves on the Board of Directors at the Business Environment Council, and was named Sustainability Leader of the Year at the HKMA Hong Kong Sustainability Award 2023.

He holds a Bachelor of Engineering from the University of Hong Kong, an MBA from the City University of Hong Kong, and an MBA from Kellogg-HKUST Executive MBA Program.

Derek Chung is the General Manager for APAC at Artelia Airports, where he leads multidisciplinary teams delivering airport planning, design, and advisory services across the Asia-Pacific region. With more than 16 years of experience in infrastructure and aviation development, he has worked across the full project lifecycle, from strategic planning and design management to construction and operational implementation. In his role, Derek champions Artelia’s integrated approach to sustainable airport development, helping clients balance operational efficiency, passenger experience, resilience, and long-term environmental performance. He works closely with airport operators, governments, and industry stakeholders to embed sustainability principles into planning and decision-making processes, ensuring that infrastructure investments remain adaptable to future challenges and opportunities.

Mr. Benjamin Hubin was appointed in Hong Kong on 1 September 2024. Benjamin is a career diplomat with over 10 years of experience addressing global challenges and promoting partnerships across governments and business communities to deliver on sustainable solutions.

After a few years in a Consulting Firm that brought him to different continents, Laurent Pelletier joined Veolia twenty years ago and has not quit Asia ever since.

He started in Shanghai in the water business, taking different positions in Pudong Veolia Water, acting at the end as a COO.
In 2010, Laurent moved to Hong Kong to take the position of CTO for Asia and support our operations and fast growth in the region.

In 2019, he took over the responsibility of Veolia Hong Kong and diversified Veolia’s portfolio of activities there, not only focusing on waste management but also energy optimization for buildings. In 2024, Macau and Taiwan are added to his responsibilities.

Paul Tirvaudey has been the Managing Director of Hong Kong Tramways since 2022.

Paul has more than 15 years of experience in various sectors. After starting his career in 2009 as a nuclear engineer for Electricité de France (EDF), he worked as a civil servant for the French Ministry for Environment and Energy, then for the French Ministry for Economics and Finance. Before joining RATP Group in 2017, he was a Portfolio Manager at the French Government’s Shareholding Agency, in charge of monitoring French railways and seaports. From 2017 and 2022, Paul has been Chief of Staff to RATP Group CEO Catherine Guillouard, and Secretary of the Management Board and the Supervisory Board. He has been strongly involved in key strategic projects for RATP Group, to prepare the opening to competition of Paris bus market.

Paul is a graduate in Engineering of Ecole Polytechnique (Paris) and holds a Master’s Degree in Project Finance from Ecole des Ponts ParisTech.

Olivia To is Senior Vice President (Sustainability) Technology, Innovation and Entrepreneurship at Invest Hong Kong, the government department responsible for attracting and facilitating foreign direct investment into Hong Kong. She is a sustainability professional specializing in climate change and green technology.

In her previous role at the Environmental Protection Department of HKSARG, she worked with directorates to prepare Hong Kong’s Climate Action Plan 2050 and carbon accounting. She is an engineer by training, certified carbon auditor, carbon trader and WELL AP. She serves as an Academy Fellow and Advisor at The Education University of Hong Kong Kong, the Advisory Committee Member of the Institute for Climate and Carbon Neutrality at the University of Hong Kong and a member of Committee of the Energy Institute.

She holds a master’s degree in environmental engineering and management from the Hong Kong University of Science and Technology and a bachelor’s degree in Global Environmental Studies from The Education University of Hong Kong. As a rescue diver, she continues her passion in marine conservation at leisure.

My Sustainability Goals for 2026:

• Connect international capital with Asian green tech innovation to scale globally
• Collaborate with Europe, North America, Middle East and China to land green tech in HK, achieving carbon neutrality goal.

Carmen is an experienced sustainable finance professional with a focus in impact investing and sustainable finance. She joined Crédit Agricole CIB’s Sustainable Investment Banking (SIB) Asia Pacific team in 2018, and co-led the franchise into one of the region’s best, advising many cornerstone issuers such as the People’s Republic of China Government and the Hong Kong SAR Government for their sustainable bond transactions and winning multiple honors such as the IFR Asia ESG House of the Year. She serves in the cornerstone member working group of the Alliance for Green Commercial Banks and is in the Advisory Committee for the HKUST BSc Green & Sustainable Finance programme. Carmen started her career in UBS AG as a fixed income advisor in wealth management and subsequently joined a boutique impact advisory firm facilitating capital flows to microfinance mandates in Asia.

Carmen obtained a degree in BBA majoring in Global Business and Operations Management from the HKUST. She is a certified ESG Analyst of the EFFAS, a holder of the CFA Institute’s Certificate in ESG Investing, and an AEE Carbon Audit Professional (CAP). She is a Founder Advisor of a US-based social enterprise, Generation Conscious.

My Sustainability Goals for 2026:

1. More investors moving the needle and vote for sustainability with their capital.
2. More innovations to leverage digitalisation and technology to promote the green economy.
3. More ways for allow green / impact projects to be bankable.

Eric Wong is General Manager for Saint-Gobain Hong Kong, Macau, and Taiwan. With over two decades of leadership experience in the building materials sector across Greater China, he previously served as Country Director of Canada Wood China, based in Shanghai, focusing on advancing sustainable construction practices and policy alignment.
Returning to Hong Kong, Eric now leads Saint-Gobain’s local team in championing light and sustainable construction solutions. He focuses on delivering low-carbon systems for both new developments and the renovation of aging building stock.
Eric holds a UK Bachelor degree in Electrical Engineering and a Master degree in Economics from The Chinese University of Hong Kong.