The College of Business held its inaugural Alumni Conference and Dinner, gathering over 200 alumni from various Programmes, including DBA, EMBA, MBA, and undergraduate degrees on 26 April. This marked the first event uniting alumni across all disciplines and celebrated the College’s extensive network of more than 60,000 graduates.
The day commenced with a conference themed “Bridging for Innovation,” offering a platform to discuss the current economic landscape and the critical role of innovation and entrepreneurship for success. Alumnus Professor Vivian Zheng, the event’s Master of Ceremony, opened the proceedings by sharing her personal journey and the shared experiences that unify the CityUHK community.
Professor Kalok Chan, Former Dean, delivered inspiring opening remarks, setting the tone for the day. The keynote address by Professor Fred Sheu, National Technology Officer at Microsoft Hong Kong, gave insights on artificial intelligence and its transformative potential for businesses. He emphasised the need for proactive engagement in the evolving AI landscape. Following his speech, DBA Programme Director Professor Muammer Ozer led a vibrant Q&A session.
Two panel discussions complemented the opening speeches. The first, titled “Adapting to Disruptions: Challenges and Opportunities in the Trump Era,” was moderated by Professor Michael Wong and featured industry leaders discussing how to navigate global complexities. The second panel, “Growing High Hopes: Cultivating Sustainable Entrepreneurship,” moderated by Professor Chak-fu Lam, focused on innovative solutions for a sustainable future, showcasing speakers from various sectors committed to entrepreneurship.
Throughout the day, attendees had numerous networking opportunities to reconnect and explore potential collaborations. Following the conference, a dinner provided a platform for alumni to reminisce and engage. In his opening remarks Professor Michael Yang, Senior Vice President of Innovation and Enterprise, emphasised the importance of innovation and the collective journey of the CityUHK community.
The evening concluded with engaging activities, including a lucky draw and introductions from community leaders. As the event wrapped up, the hosts encouraged continued connection among alumni, emphasising the importance of collaboration and innovation.
