AmCham HK

Last week, AmCham co-hosted a session on Pink Tourism with the US Consulate General Hong Kong and Macau. Speakers Stephanie Chik, David Ko, Clark Massad, Andrew Riplinger and Bella Vongvisitsin, PhD CHE shared insights into how embracing LGBTQ+ tourism can contribute to Hong Kong's tourism industry, boost revenue, and enhance the city's reputation as an inclusive and progressive destination.

Please join this panel discussion to explore Hong Kong's potential to become a thriving hub for innovation and entrepreneurship and to discover the success stories of startups and established companies that have already made their mark in HK's innovation ecosystem. Register: https://bit.ly/3zLkKpK Andy Chan Joon Nak Choi Raymond C. Jordan Kostelac Carrie Hang-yin Ling Vincent See

Among the most original thinkers to tackle the question, ‘What makes China tick?’ is 41-year-old Keyu Jin, an associate professor of economics at The London School of Economics and Political Science (LSE). The daughter of former World Bank economist and head of the Beijing-based Asian Infrastructure Development Bank, Keyu Jin moved to the US at age 14 to study at the Horace Mann School, followed by an undergraduate degree and PhD from Harvard University. Here she is in conversation with AmCham e-Magazine editor Edith Terry about the readjustments China needs to make to survive its first economic recession, as well as its enduring source of strength. Read more: https://bit.ly/3y6hipk

In this issue, you’ll find articles and views by members of the Chamber as well as by a variety of stakeholders including business people, economists, policy experts in and out of government, and academics, who contribute their insights on current and relevant topics: 1️⃣ “China needs to avoid the policy mistakes that Japan made in the 1980s” - by Keyu Jin 2️⃣ CEO interview with David Butts, President, Asia-Pacific, and Group EVP, Techtronic Industries Hong Kong 3️⃣ "Developing Hong Kong into a high-value medical treatment hub" by Krish Sundaresan 4️⃣ Observations and takeaways from latest AmCham Doorknock to Washington DC 5️⃣ “I owe my future to that experience in Hong Kong” - a profile of Dennis Wilder and the Georgetown University Initiative for US-China Dialogue on Global Issues by Edith Terry 6️⃣ “Our type of drink is a very new concept in Asia” - Flora Ma and Jonathan Der bring Hong Kong its first zero-sugar, ready-to-drink vodka soda 7️⃣ Hong Kong’s Open Lab: A “hidden gem” by Catherine Cole 8️⃣ How will climate change affect your company? HKEx introduces rules on climate change disclosure by Genevieve Hilton 9️⃣ AmCham visits Shanghai 🔟 AmCham Charitable Foundation names annual scholarship awardees and book awards Read now: https://amchamhk.online/

AmCham would like to welcome Justin Calapp, Ph.D. and his team at FranklinCovey Hong Kong to the AmCham Community! FranklinCovey is a world leader in helping organizations achieve results that require collective behavior change at scale. They transform organizations by building exceptional leaders, teams, and cultures that get results. For the past 28 years, FranklinCovey has served as the most trusted leadership partner and advisor to organizations in Hong Kong. They leverage expertise and resources from their global network to provide tailored solutions that address the unique needs of the Hong Kong market. #AmChamHK #iAMCHAMhk #community

Last week, AmCham members had a private tour of Open Lab, an initiative driven by HKRITA - The Hong Kong Research Institute of Textiles and Apparel Limited which aims to cement Hong Kong as a leader in technological innovation for the textiles and manufacturing industry. Thank you to Edwin Keh, CEO of HKRITA for hosting us!

Have you booked your table at the AmCham Ball yet? This October 5 at Ocean Park Marriott, be prepared to be swept away by a novel theme celebrating the outdoor adventurous lifestyle of Hong Kong. This Ball will integrate the best outdoor wonders of the vibrant and multi-dimensional Hong Kong with a culinary feast and dance into the wilderness! Tables are selling fast, book now: https://bit.ly/3wGdJW0

[CALL FOR SPEAKERS] AmCham 2024 ESG Conference Following the success of the 2023 #ESG Conference with more than 100 senior-level participants, in 2024 AmCham will host a new event focusing on the increasingly high-stakes topic of "Making ESG Work for Business in Asia: A Leadership Perspective." This two-day conference will feature presentations, panel discussions, and workshops to help senior management adapt their strategies and tackle the challenges of integrating #Environmental, #Social, and #Governance (ESG) considerations into core business objectives. The program will cover a wide range of critical ESG themes, from aligning sustainability with financial goals to addressing climate change impacts and navigating evolving regulations and customer demands. If you are interested in speaking at the Conference, please contact Margarett YIM before August 15, 2024, with your name, company, title, and a brief description of your ESG expertise. Additionally, please highlight the topics you can address in depth. Learn more: https://bit.ly/4cxS6af

Last week, AmCham Chairman Geoff Siebengartner led a 10-person leadership team on a Doorknock visit to Washington, first as part of the AmChams of Asia Pacific delegation and then having separate meetings on Hong Kong. In DC, our team met with administration officials, members and staff of Congress, and think tank experts. Chamber members debriefing session will be held and a detailed doorknock report will be available later. Stay tuned!

AmCham would like to welcome Joanne Hon (she/her) and her team at Equinix to the AmCham Community! Equinix (Nasdaq: EQIX) is the world’s digital infrastructure company®. Digital leaders harness Equinix’s trusted platform to bring together and interconnect foundational infrastructure at software speed. Equinix enables organizations to access all the right places, partners and possibilities to scale with agility, speed the launch of digital services, deliver world-class experiences and multiply their value, while supporting their sustainability goals. #AmChamHK #iAMCHAMhk #community