Fair also showcased employment trends, celebrity talks and more

Education & Careers Expo highlights opportunities for jobs, training

Q4 business survey reflects early reaction to US election

GBA firms remain cautious amid Trump impact

The theme for this year was Powering the Next Growth Engine

AFF 2025 gathers together more than 3,600 financial and business elites

Start-up Express International supports 10 promising ventures

Overseas start-ups look to Hong Kong to grow

Drones, smart toys and green products grab limelight

Buyers throng bumper toys and baby fairs

Survey reveals most companies prefer mainland and ASEAN locations when bolstering supply chains

Manufacturers look to ASEAN for supply chain options

Think Business, Think Hong Kong brought business leaders together in Jakarta

TBTHK strengthens bilateral ties between Hong Kong and Indonesia

CV clinic, career seminars and jobs on offer

Expo brings learning and careers opportunities to Hong Kong

The two shows will feature seminars, parades and networking sessions

International jewellery fairs to return in March

Asian Financial Forum to host senior leaders from Asia, Europe and the US

Evolving global landscape on the agenda for AFF 2025

AI platform developed by Hong Kong start-up monitors disasters and carbon emissions

Satellite system helps tackle climate risks

Traders likely to accelerate shipping in first half of year

Electronics to lead export growth in 2025

The next campaign will take place in Jakarta in January

TBTHK to promote Hong Kong’s advantages in Indonesia

Gymgoers in Hong Kong are the wearable’s first customers

A sweat sensing patch offers a novel way to track health

Taiwan biotech debuts probiotics line in Hong Kong

Healthy market attracts nutrition distributor

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Florian Berendt of EntoSus, Global Winner of Start-up Express International 2024, talks to the HKTDC at Entrepreneur Day 2024. The 14th Business of IP Asia Forum (BIP Asia Forum), jointly organised by the Hong Kong Special Administrative Region Government and the Hong Kong Trade Development Council, and the 16th Entrepreneur Day (E-Day), hosted by the HKTDC, are held at the Hong Kong Convention and Exhibition Centre on 5-6 December 2024. The two events feature forums, exhibitions, competitions, workshops, and business matching sessions. More than 160 global intellectual property (IP) owners, users, experts, industry leaders, venture capitalists, and other prominent figures have gathered to discuss IP commercialisation, valuation and branding, cross-industry applications, emerging trends in innovation and technology (I&amp;T), opportunities in the Greater Bay Area, ASEAN, and international prospects. Over 400 start-ups and innovative projects are showcased their products and technologies.

Entrepreneur Day 2024 – “One minute with” Florian Berendt of EntoSus

AI is transforming the startup world, bringing both challenges and opportunities. To thrive, entrepreneurs need an advanced mindset.This seminar, featuring distinguished speakers Mr Martin Karafilis and Prof Keith Jackson, offers insights and guidance on scaling your startup within this transformative environment and cultivating a next-level entrepreneurial mindset that can propel your business to new heights.
Speakers &bull; Mr Martin Karafilis, Chief Executive Officer, Fishburners &bull; Professor Keith Jackson, Chair, Hong Kong UK Business Forum Moderator &bull; Mrs Carmen Salameh, Founder and Host, Asian Business Owners Podcast &amp; Founder, Octo Gen
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E-Day 2024 - T-Chat – Changes, Challenges and Chances: A Startup's Guide to Navigating the AI Era

To leverage Hong Kong as an international I&amp;T hub and create synergies between global start-up ecosystems, the international edition of Start-up Express was first launched in 2022. In 2024, we will continue to organise the third Start-up Express International during Entrepreneur Day. 7 of the 10 global winners will attend the event in person, sharing their industry insights and start-up journeys.
Speakers &bull; Ms Jayne Chan, Head of Startups, Invest Hong Kong &bull; Mr Henry Li, Head of Ecosystem Development, Cyberport &bull; Mr Derek Chim, Head of Startup Ecosystem and Development, HKSTP &bull; Mr Mike Lam, Associate Director of Ecosystem Development, Hong Kong Shenzhen Innovation and Technology Park &bull; Mr Jimmy Ng, Investment Director, Gobi Partners
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E-Day 2024 - Start-up Express International – Meet the Global Winners

Generation Z, the cohort born between the late 1990s and early 2010s, is being hailed as the most entrepreneurial generation. This seminar gathers prominent Gen Z founders to explore how these young innovators leverage technology to rewrite the rules of business and beyond. It also provides a closer look at the key factors fueling their success, the obstacles they face, and the innovative strategies they employ to turn their bold visions into reality.
Speakers &bull; Ms Ugochi Owo, CEO, Flindel &bull; Mr Ryan Lee, Chief Financial Officer, OAO Limited &bull; Mr Maurice Chang, CEO &amp; Cofounder, Mindplus AI Moderator &bull; Mr Brian Hui - Co-founder, Pokeguide
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E-Day 2024 - Rising Stars: Gen Z Entrepreneurs

In collaboration with Hang Seng Bank, the 2nd edition of InnoClub Award Presentation Ceremony will be held at E-Day, to recognise and celebrate the exceptional achievements of InnoClub members in innovation and technology.
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<li>InnoClub Awards Recipents:</li>
<li>InnoClub GBA Innovator Award - Zence Object Technology</li>
<li>InnoClub Industry Impact Award - Wada FoodTech</li>
<li>InnoClub Rising Star Award - GoGoChart</li>
</ul>
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E-Day 2024 - HKTDC X Hang Seng InnoClub Awards Presentation Ceremony and Networking Reception

Erez Agmoni, General Partner of Interwoven Ventures (United States) speaks to the HKTDC at the Asian Logistics, Maritime and Aviation Conference (ALMAC). Co-organised by the Hong Kong Special Administrative Region Government and the Hong Kong Trade Development Council, the 14th ALMAC was held on 18-19 November 2024 at the Hong Kong Convention and Exhibition Centre. Under the theme &ldquo;Shaping the Future of Supply Chains: Resilience and Sustainability&rdquo;, this year&rsquo;s ALMAC featured more than 80 experts and industry leaders from the maritime, air freight, logistics and supply chain sector speaking on major issues facing the industry at over 20 conference sessions. The conference attracted some 2,200 participants from over 30 countries and regions, providing a platform for industry players and shippers to explore global business opportunities and establish resilient and sustainable supply chains.

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