The Greater Bay Area (GBA), encompassing Hong Kong, Macau, and nine cities in Guangdong, presents a unique dynamic of competition and cooperation. This session will explore whether the GBA functions as a collaborative ecosystem or a competitive marketplace. Experts will discuss the region’s economic integration, innovation potential, and cross-border opportunities, as well as challenges such as regulatory differences and resource allocation. Attendees will gain insights into how businesses and governments can balance rivalry with partnership to drive growth, foster innovation, and unlock the GBA’s full potential.
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Stephen Chan
Honorary Advisor
Institute for Supply Management – Hong Kong
Institute for Supply Management – Hong Kong
Honorary Advisor
Stephen Chan is the co-founder and the Managing Director of Power Hub Ltd., a company that provides full third-party logistics with training and consulting services. He has more than 40 years of experiences in logistics operation planning and management mainly in the areas of fast-moving consumer goods (FMCG), cosmetics, healthcare and pharmaceuticals, watches and jewelry, chilled and frozen food distribution.
Prior to founding Power Hub Ltd, Stephen held senior position of various renowned multinational companies. His experiences and contribution were well recognized by the companies he had served.
Stephen holds the Diploma in Purchasing & Supply Management of Hong Kong Polytechnic, Bachelor of Business in Transport & Logistics Management of RMIT University, and Master of Technology Management in Global Logistics Management of Hong Kong University of Science and Technology.
Our Sustainability Visions for 2025
Application of electric trucks and the related infrastructure
A regulated system for low altitude economy
Wide adoption of port commuity system (PCS)
Tommy Martin
Head
Cleaner Production Partnership Programme
Cleaner Production Partnership Programme
Head
Tommy is a seasoned professional in the field of environmental and waste management and technology research and development, with over 20 years of experience. He began his career in waste management and engineering and later in technology research, focusing on air pollution abatement and nano-materials development. Currently, he is the Head of the Cleaner Production Partnership Programme at the Hong Kong Productivity Council (HKPC), where he is responsible for overseeing and implementing the Programme to encourage and facilitate Hong Kong-owned factories in Hong Kong and Guangdong to adopt cleaner production technologies and practices to make a positive contribution to the environment by reducing emissions.
Jacob Tomas
Founder & CEO
Maker Sustainability Consulting Limited
Maker Sustainability Consulting Limited
Founder & CEO
Jacob Tomas is the founder & CEO of MSC, the co-founder of the Be Village Association and the Global Social Finance Network. He toppedForbes China’s “30 Under 30” in 2018, UN Sustainable Development Goals Young Leader in China 2019, World Economic Forum Outstanding Youth, People’s Daily Overseas Edition representative of young entrepreneurs during the pandemic, and listed in Tatler Asia’s New Generation list.
As a pioneer and explorer in the field of sustainable development in China. He has been serving as a CSR adviser for many Global 500 companies. He has collaborated with foreign enterprises such as AB InBev, L’Oréal, and Yum Brands; state-owned enterprises like State Grid, China Resources Group, and Beijing Enterprises Group; and private enterprises like Tencent, Alibaba, and Kuaishou, creating outstanding social value. He has also facilitated social innovation projects in countries like China, the UK, Japan, Thailand, and Cambodia. He was once received by the former Prime Minister of Thailand and provided valuable environmental strategy suggestions to the Japanese Cabinet.
MSC, founded by him, is a global and independent sustainability consulting firm that has served over 300 companies, including Coca-Cola, AB InBev, L’Oréal, Johnson & Johnson, State Grid, Tencent, Alibaba, Kuaishou, and Meituan, helping them continuously create value in this business society. This includes:
-Over 100 foreign enterprises, represented by AB InBev, L’Oréal, and Yum Brands
-Over 100 state-owned enterprises, represented by State Grid, China Resources Group, and Beijing Enterprises Group
-Over 100 private enterprises, represented by Tencent, Alibaba, and Kuaishou
My Sustainability Goals for 2025
Redefining Growth to Make Sustainability a Core Business Competitiveness
We believe sustainability is not a peripheral issue—it is the central engine driving long-term business value. MSC is committed to guiding companies in embedding ESG into their core strategies, helping them build more resilient and forward-looking growth models.
Expanding Global Strategic Vision Through Intelligent Tools
We leverage cutting-edge technologies such as AI to decode global sustainability trends and risk landscapes, empowering companies to make more accurate decisions in times of uncertainty and transition toward intelligent, data-driven strategy.
Bridging Chinese Experience and Global Practice to Enable Two-Way Empowerment
Rooted in China and serving the world, we help Chinese enterprises bring local wisdom to the global stage, while supporting international brands in building impactful sustainability practices in China—creating truly cross-cultural, cross-market strategic synergy.
Using Consulting as a Catalyst to Build a Collaborative Sustainability Ecosystem
MSC is more than a consultancy—we are a co-creator. We connect businesses, governments, NGOs, and tech partners to foster cross-sector collaboration, ensuring that every transformation goes beyond the organization to become a force for systemic change.
Becoming a Leading Source of Sustainable Strategy Thinking in Asia Through Content and Methodology
Through experience-based insights, knowledge dissemination, and public communication, MSC aspires to become a key thought engine for driving sustainable transformation across Asian enterprises—rooting “sustainable strategy” in the DNA of more organizations.
Michael Tung
SF Supply Chain (Hong Kong) Limited
Managing Director, Hong Kong & Macau
Managing Director, Hong Kong & Macau
SF Supply Chain (Hong Kong) Limited
Michael Tung is a highly accomplished professional with a remarkable track record of success in finance, supply chain management, and logistics. Michael has held senior positions at several renowned multinational companies before joining SF Supply Chain as the Managing Director for Hong Kong & Macau. He graduated from the City University of Hong Kong with a degree in accounting, a master’s degree in laws, and a postgraduate certificate in eCommerce and Supply Chain Management from the University of Hong Kong. Michael is a fellow member of the Hong Kong Institute of Certified Public Accountants (FCPA). He is also well-versed in supply chain process improvement, solution design, and digitalization. Michael’s most recent accomplishment is leading the project that established the first fully automated logistics center in the Hong Kong Advanced Manufacturing Center in the Tseung Kwan O Inno Park, a benchmark in the Asia-Pacific region.
My Sustainability Goals for 2025
In 2025, Hong Kong is steering toward a more sustainable and resilient future by advancing three key pillars of environmental transformation.
1. Electrifying Cargo Logistics for a Greener Supply Chain
To decarbonize cargo movement, the city is accelerating the adoption of electric vehicles in the logistics sector. This includes incentivizing logistics operators to transition to electric trucks, expanding charging infrastructure at industrial hubs. These efforts aim to reduce transport-related emissions while modernizing the cargo fleet for long-term sustainability.
2. Empowering Communities Through Circular Waste Practices
Hong Kong is promoting community recycling by establishing standardized collection points in public spaces—such as MTR stations, logistics warehouses, and offices. These points will be supported by clear signage and smart sorting systems. Manufacturers will also be encouraged to include recycling instructions on product labels, empowering consumers to participate in waste reduction and circular economy efforts.
3. Advancing Scope 3 Emissions Transparency in Business
To align with global ESG standards, Hong Kong is enhancing climate-related disclosures for listed companies. Businesses are expected to improve transparency around Scope 3 emissions—those generated across their value chains. This includes engaging suppliers, tracking indirect emissions, and adopting standardized reporting tools. The goal is to embed sustainability into corporate governance and drive systemic change across industries.
ISM-HK is an affiliate of ISM in Hong Kong, aims to serve members, professionals and organizations with an interest in supply management in Hong Kong and neighboring region.
ISM-HK’s mission is to lead the supply management through its standards of excellence, research, promotional activities, and education and play a highly influential role in the industry and business community.
Our organisation’s sustainability goals for 2025