BEC Circular Transition Theatre
Opening Welcome: Zero Waste in Action: Rethinking Retail
Day 2 : 10:30 – 10:45
The pandemic has brought on unforeseen changes in the retail industry. In the past three years we have seen changes in consumer behaviour, where they have become increasingly demanding with the ease of purchasing while at the same time preferring to interact with brands that care for people and the environment. This programme looks to advance circular economy discussion in the retail industry, discuss how each segment minimises waste, keep materials and products in circulation along their business models.
Speakers
Merlin Lao
Head – Policy & Research
Merlin Lao
Head – Policy & Research
Mr. Merlin Lao is Head of Policy & Research at BEC. He leads the team to share develop clear policy positions on pressing climate and environmental topics in Hong Kong, through undertaking research on latest domestic and international trends, engaging with the Hong Kong SAR Government and connecting insights of the local business sector.
My Sustainability Goals for 2023:
Mainstream circular economy actions along all value chain processes.
Samuel Lee
Managing Director, Watsons Hong Kong, Chairman, Sustainability Task Force, HKRMA
Samuel Lee
Managing Director, Watsons Hong Kong, Chairman, Sustainability Task Force, HKRMA
Mr. Samuel Lee joined A.S. Watson Group since 2006 and was subsequently appointed as Managing Director of Watsons Hong Kong in 2019 to lead the team to take the business forward in the fast track of retail. He will continue to redefine the new connected O+O (Offline plus Online) customer journey and drive the acceleration of digital transformation by demonstrating strong team culture of delivering results of data led decisions making and agile execution, putting a smile on customers’ faces.
My Sustainability Goals for 2023:
Watsons commits in sustainability development in achieving its social purpose of “Look Good. Do Good. Feel Great.” and driving O+O (Offline plus Online) sustainability progress under Group’s Greener Stores Global Framework and Watsons’ 2030 Sustainability Targets.
Supported by
Business Environment Council
Business Environment Council Limited (BEC) is an independent, charitable corporate membership organisation, established by the business sector in Hong Kong.
Since its establishment in 1992, BEC has been at the forefront of promoting environmental excellence by advocating the uptake of clean technologies and practices which reduce waste, conserve resources, prevent pollution and improve corporate environmental and social responsibility.
BEC offers sustainable solutions and professional services covering advisory, research, assessment, training and award programmes for government, business and the community, thus enabling environmental protection and contributing to the transition to a net-zero carbon economy.
Hong Kong Retail Management Association
The Hong Kong Retail Management Association (HKRMA) was founded in 1983 by a group of visionary retailers with a long-term mission to promote Hong Kong’s retail industry and to present a unified voice on issues that affect all retailers.
HKRMA has been playing a vital role in representing the trade, and raising the status and professionalism of retailing through awards, education and training.