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Biography
Christophe Viguerie is a French national who has resided in Asia for two decades. He holds a master's degree in international business from Dauphine University in Paris and recently completed a Doctor of Business Administration (DBA) at City University of Hong Kong. Christophe is a member of the Institute of Directors (IoD) in Thailand and holds director certifications in both Thailand and Australia.
In addition to his close to 30 years of experience in the luxury industry, Christophe launched Tech & Co in 2017, a collaborative platform dedicated to supporting innovative projects with a specific focus on blockchain applications. Recognising the promising potential of this nascent technology and advocating for its wider adoption, he has actively contributed to various projects involving blockchain-based solutions for supply chain optimisation. Christophe has also shared his expertise through speaking engagements, moderating conferences, and organising workshops for universities and businesses.
Throughout his DBA program, Christophe conducted research on blockchain applications as regulatory technology, resulting in a chapter contribution to the academic book "Blockchain in Supply Chain Digital Transformation." Since obtaining his DBA, Christophe has been involved in various research projects centered on blockchain-enabled enterprise system governance. One of these projects culminated in a paper presented at the esteemed HICSS conference in Hawaii in early January 2024. Since January 2024, Christophe has joined the Department of Management at City University Hong Kong.
Overall, Christophe Viguerie's career showcases his expertise in the luxury industry and his commitment to advancing innovative technologies, particularly in the realm of blockchain applications for supply chain optimization and enterprise system governance.
Faculty Positions
| Period | Department - Institution | Position |
|---|---|---|
| 2021 - 2023 | Newcastle Business School - University of Newcastle | Lecturer |
| 2018 - 2023 | International School of Management - University of the Thai Chamber of Commerce (UTCC) | Lecturer |
Professional Qualifications
| Qualification | Certifying Organization |
|---|---|
| Blockchain in Business Research - PhD Course | IT University of Copenhagen (ITU) |
| Blockchain Strategy Programme | Saïd Business School, University of Oxford |
| Master of Business Administration - MBA Essentials | The London School of Economics and Political Science (LSE) |
| Director Certification Program | Australian Institute of Company Directors (AICD) |
| Director Certification Program (DCP) | Thai Institute of Directors (IOD) |
Awards
| Award Title | Institution |
|---|---|
| DBA Award – Contribution to Knowledge 2021/22 | City University of Hong Kong(DBA) |