CUHK CSRCom & Sustainability Hub’s 2024 Professional Workshop: Shaping Sustainable Tomorrow

Crystal Ballroom A, Level B3, Holiday Inn Golden Mile, 50 Nathan Road, Tsim Sha Tsui, Hong Kong

The School of Journalism and Communication of CUHK is thrilled to invite you to the CUHK CSRCom & Sustainability Hub’s 2024 Professional Workshop: Shaping Sustainable Tomorrow! This is a fantastic opportunity for you and your colleagues to engage with thought leaders in strategic communication, Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR), Environmental, Social, and Governance (ESG) practices, and sustainability. Workshop Details: Date: 29 November 2024 (Friday) Time: 9:30 am to 4:30 pm Venue: Crystal Ballroom A, Level B3, Holiday Inn Golden Mile, 50 Nathan Road, Tsim Sha Tsui, Hong Kong Registration Fee: • HK$600 per person (pay on/ before 1 November 2024) / • HK$1,000 per person (pay after 1 November 2024) Language: English Convener: Prof. Sora Kim (Professor, Director of M.S.Sc. in Corporate Communication Programme, Director of CSRCom & Sustainability Hub,School of Journalism and Communication, CUHK) Co-Convener: Prof. Shih-chia Wu (Associate Professor of Practice, Deputy Director of M.S.Sc. in Corporate Communication Programme, School of Journalism and Communication, CUHK) Registration deadline: 11:59 pm, 15 November 2024 (Friday) Registration link: https://cloud.itsc.cuhk.edu.hk/webform/view.php?id=13694212 Join us for a dynamic day filled with insightful presentations, interactive discussions, and practical case studies designed to equip you with the knowledge and tools to foster sustainability in your organization. Whether you are looking to enhance your professional skills, network with industry professionals, or gain new insights, this workshop promises to be highly enriching! Seats are limited, so we encourage you to register early to secure your spot! Please find the promotional poster attached for more details about the workshop, including our esteemed speakers and the exciting topics we will cover. If you are interested, please REGISTER HERE on or before 11:59 pm, 15 November 2024 (Friday). For more information, please refer to the attached poster. Should you have any enquiries, you may reach us at 3943-8705. We look forward to your participation! For more details, please click here.

Consensus Hong Kong

Hong Kong Convention & Exhibition Centre

Consensus is the world’s largest, longest-running, and most influential gathering of the global Blockchain, Web3, and AI communities. It unites visionaries, disruptors, and decision-makers who are reshaping the foundations of finance, technology, governance, and society. Consensus, the industry’s most influential event in digital assets and Web3, is making its highly anticipated debut in Hong Kong. For the first time, this flagship event will unite global leaders, innovators, and investors from both East and West in a three-day experience focused on networking, dealmaking, and shaping the future of digital assets. Taking place February 18-20, 2025, in the vibrant hub of Hong Kong, known for its strategic position in global markets, Consensus 2025 offers an unparalleled opportunity to connect with top-tier professionals and forge impactful partnerships. Produced by CoinDesk, a trusted voice in the industry, this event is built on independent journalism and meaningful dialogue that drives the industry forward. Secure your spot today and be part of the most transformative event in digital assets. For more details, please click here.

ENTREPRENEUR STORIES – LinkedIn: Lead Generation & Personal Branding

Banyan Workspace, Quarry Bay

Join us for an insightful evening at our next Entrepreneur Stories event, where we will explore the powerful tools of LinkedIn for lead generation and personal branding. This event is designed for business owners and entrepreneurs looking to harness the potential of LinkedIn to drive sales and build a strong personal brand. This event will cover: – How to effectively use LinkedIn as a tool for business and sales – The significance of personal branding and why you should focus on it – Tailoring LinkedIn strategies based on your business type and relationship dynamics – Leveraging the largest and most accessible database of business contacts to connect with potential leads and get eyes on your business – Actionable tips to maximise your LinkedIn presence Participants will leave with a fresh understanding of how to utilize LinkedIn differently according to their business needs, along with practical strategies for effective engagement. The session will be recorded and made available on Spotify, YouTube, and Apple Podcasts for those who cannot attend in person. Don’t miss this opportunity to learn from industry experts and enhance your LinkedIn strategy! About the Speakers Ria Parikh Ria Parikh is a marketing, branding, and communications consultant with over a decade of experience across agency and in-house roles. Born in Mumbai, raised in Tokyo, and based in Hong Kong, her cross-cultural background informs her innovative approach to brand strategy. Ria has worked with global clients like Microsoft, Google, and HSBC, driving impactful brand narratives and data-driven strategies. A social media expert, she helps businesses enhance their digital presence, leveraging platforms like LinkedIn to build trust and foster growth. Youssef El Kaddioui Youssef El Kaddioui is a Forbes 30 Under 30 entrepreneur and the founder of The Scalelab, the top-ranked B2B lead generation service in Hong Kong and Singapore. With expertise in cold emailing, LinkedIn outreach, and cold calling, Youssef has successfully scaled over 100 companies and trained more than 10,000 salespeople globally. His innovative strategies help tech and service companies generate qualified leads, driving substantial sales growth in competitive markets. About Entrepreneur Stories This exclusive event series, hosted by entrepreneur-led co-working community Banyan Workspace, is meticulously crafted to ignite the passion and fuel the ambition of budding business leaders here in Hong Kong. Our mission is to provide a platform where they can connect, learn and be inspired by the remarkable journeys of those who have walked the path before them. Each episode, we invite different successful business leaders to share their personal stories, with a focus on a different aspect of running a business in Hong Kong. For more details, please click here.

AI & DePIN PowerHouse By HashPower & DePIN X

​Venue: Renaissance Hotel 8/F Concord Room at Consensus

​AI & DePIN PowerHouse is a premier crypto event that brings together the brightest minds in mining, DePIN, RWA, and AI, providing a platform to present groundbreaking innovations and explore cross-sector synergies. Enjoy food & drinks and engage with top protocols, VCs, KOLs, and builders through keynotes and panel discussions that shape the future of decentralized infrastructure. For more details, please click here.

Immersive Retail: Web3, AI and Beyond

AWS office, 17th Floor, 535 Jaffe Road, Causeway Bay

Retail is evolving at an unprecedented pace, driven by AI, immersive technology, and digital transformation. Retail 3.0: Digital, AI, & Beyond is a half-day conference bringing together top industry leaders, innovators, and brand executives to explore the future of retail. 📅 Date: February 21, 2025 📍 Venue: Amazon Office, Hong Kong ⏰ Time: 3:30 PM – 9:00 PM (Session starts at 4:00 PM) This exclusive event will feature: Keynote Speakers – Visionary leaders in AI, retail, and digital transformation will share insights on the next era of customer engagement. Panel Discussions – Panel 1: The Next Era of Immersive Commerce. AR, VR, Gaming, and phygital experiences are transforming how consumers interact with brands, creating seamless digital-physical shopping journeys. This panel will explore how retailers can leverage immersive technologies to enhance engagement, drive sales, and future-proof their business. Panel 2: The Invisible Hand of AI: Shaping the Future of Retail. AI is revolutionizing retail by optimizing operations, predicting trends, and delivering hyper-personalized customer experiences. Experts will discuss how AI-driven automation, machine learning, and data intelligence are shaping the future of retail innovation. Startup Demo Showcase – 3 cutting-edge companies will pitch their solutions to a panel of judges from luxury, retail, and tech sectors. The winner will receive a Harvard Business Review case study feature. For more details, please click here.

Asian Knowledge and Innovation Forum (AKIF) 亞洲知識及創新論壇 2025

Royal Plaza Hotel 193 Prince Edward Road West Hong Kong, KOW , Hong Kong

Generative AI is reshaping knowledge management by automating information discovery, generating new insights, and enhancing efficiency. As organisations advance towards deeper integration, our conference will focus on execution challenges to unluck more effective applications and drive innovation. Leading experts and practitioners from across industries will gather to explore how generative AI technologies enable precise knowledge generation, while also highlighting practical issues such as scalability, system integration, and user adoption. The insightful sessions will provide actionable strategies to optimise the deployment of generative AI, enhancing workflows and decision-making and ensuring ethical practices in responsible implementation. Join us to make AI-driven knowledge management and innovation more practical and impactful, and to further your organisational goals. For more details, please click here.

AI STR Forum

CyberArena,Cyberport

The 3rd Global AI Action Summit 2025, hosted by the French government and co-organized by the Indian government, will take place in Paris on February 10-11, 2025. The summit will bring together leaders from nearly 100 countries to reach a consensus on the secure development of artificial intelligence.As a subforum of the AI Action Summit in Hong Kong, the Artificial Intelligence Safety, Trust, and Responsibility Forum (AI STR Forum) will be held at Cyberport, Hong Kong. The forum will gather academicians, executives from leading tech companies, and representatives from international organizations to directly address the security concerns arising from large AI models such as ChatGPT, Sora, and DeepSeek. Discussions will focus on how to balance technological innovation with security risks in the AI era and promote the secure implementation of AI in industries. For more details, please click here.

5th annual Technology for Change Asia

Hopewell Hotel

Unlock the power of technology to drive your business forward and bridge the digital divide, connecting you with the consumers and stakeholders who will shape your future. Join us as we bring The Economist’s unique perspective to life, exploring cutting-edge technologies that empower both individuals and businesses to thrive. For more details, please click here.

6th Health Insurance Innovation Congress Asia Pacific 2025

Hong Kong , Hong Kong

The 6th Health Insurance Innovation Congress Asia Pacific 2025 remains a key event in shaping the future of health insurance innovation in the APAC region. Gathering industry leaders, solution providers, and experts, the congress will explore groundbreaking strategies that move insurance practices from risk mitigation to proactive risk management. The congress will spotlight cutting-edge developments in digital health ecosystems, including preventive healthcare, telemedicine, and innovative cost-containment solutions, underscoring the pivotal role of digital tools in driving growth and competition. With keynote speeches, panel discussions, case studies, and interactive sessions, the Congress provides an opportunity for attendees to network, collaborate, and share best practices with peers from across the region. Join us for this premier event to stay at the forefront of health insurance innovation, ensuring a healthier future in the dynamic Asia-Pacific market. For more details, please click here.

5th Insurance Analytics & AI Innovation Asia Pacific 2025

Hong Kong , Hong Kong

The 5th Insurance Analytics & AI Innovation Asia Pacific 2025 presents an invaluable opportunity to dive into the evolving role of AI and data in the industry. Engage in discussions with industry leaders, explore the latest technological advancements, and learn how analytics and AI are driving insurance forward in a fully digital world—equipping insurers to meet the ever-changing needs of customers and thrive in a competitive marketplace. Looking forward to meeting you in Hong Kong! For more details, please click here.

Hong Kong Web3 Festival 2025

Hall 5BCDE, Hong Kong Convention and Exhibition Centre , Hong Kong

Web3 Festival is a premier Web3 gathering co-hosted by Wanxiang Blockchain Labs and HashKey Group and organized by W3ME. Hong Kong Web3 Festival 2025 will take place on 6-9 Apr. at Hall5BCDE, HKCEC. Taking an area of over 14,000 sqm, this four-day event is expecting over 50,000 visitors, more than 300 influential speaker, 150 promising Web3 projects, communities and media from all over the world. For more details, please click here.

InnoEX 2025

Hong Kong Convention and Exhibition Centre 1 Expo Drive, Wan Chai, Hong Kong (Harbour Road Entrance) , Hong Kong

ASIA’S MOST ANTICIPATED I&T EVENT As the premier business platform for next-gen smart solutions, cutting-edge technologies and disruptive innovations, InnoEX is the go-to place for regional and cross-sector collaborations with a special focus on Asia. InnoEX brings together influential tech experts, entrepreneurs, thought leaders and investors from the region to discuss collaborations, share upcoming trends and exchange insights into future opportunities. Join us to gather first-hand market intelligence and meet your potential partners. For more details, please click here

(LAST CALL) HKTDC Hong Kong International Medical & Healthcare Fair 2025 | 26-28 May 2025

Hong Kong Convention and Exhibition Centre, 1 Expo Drive, Wan Chai, Hong Kong , Hong Kong

There’s no better place to showcase your medical supplies and healthcare business than in the HKIMHF. Following the success of the previous 15 editions, the upcoming edition will be held on 26-28 May 2025, in the convenient downtown location of the Hong Kong Convention and Exhibition Centre. The fair will coincide with the Asia Summit on Global Health and provide a favourable one-stop platform for marketing, sourcing and getting industry intelligence For more details, please click here.

HKTDC Hong Kong International Licensing Show (HKILS)

Hong Kong Convention and Exhibition Centre 1 Expo Drive, Wan Chai, Hong Kong (Harbour Road Entrance) , Hong Kong

HKTDC Hong Kong International Licensing Show (HKILS) is the flagship platform for the licensing industry in Asia. It gathers licensors, brands, licensing agents, licensees and traders from around the world, opening doors to unparalleled business opportunities. Running concurrently is the Asian Licensing Conference (ALC) , where the licensing world’s brightest minds and elites come together to exchange market intelligence for the global licensing industry. Get ready to be inspired by industry leaders as they will discuss various trending topics including global licensing trends, sustainability, art-tech in immersive art and more topical issues. For more details, please click here.

ESG Xchange 2025: ESG for Climate Actions International Summit

Hong Kong Convention and Exhibition Centre Address: 1 Expo Dr, Wanchai , Hong Kong

🔑 Key Highlights ✅ Main Stage Conference Hear from 50+ world-class speakers on topics such as green finance, ESG disclosure, climate risk modelling, and carbon neutrality. ✅ Thematic Sessions & Pavilion Stages Join in-depth discussions on: • Green Supply Chain & Sustainable Procurement • Biodiversity, Nature Risk & TNFD • Climate Disclosure & Finance (SBTi, GRI, CDP) • Global Market Expansion (Europe, Middle East, ASEAN, Australia) ✅ 🚀 Innovation Zone & Tech Showcase Explore 30+ booths featuring: • GreenTech & CarbonTech Startups • ESG AI & Data Solutions • Robotics & Green Mobility • Live Tech Demos and Startup Pitches ✅ 🌐 Networking & Matchmaking Engage directly with: • Investors, Accelerators & Corporate Buyers • Government Agencies, Consulates & Chambers • Regional Startups & Cross-Border Partners ✅ 🎓 Youth & Academic Leadership • Climate Youth Leadership Forum • Global University Alliance on Carbon Neutrality Campus (CNC) For more details, please click here.