FULL [In-person] The 9th Annual Transpacific Entrepreneurial ConferenceMarch 2, 2023, 07:30-20:30
[IN-PERSON 2-DAY CONFERENCE] FULL
ABOUT THE EVENT
This event is co-organized by the Hong Kong-Canada Business Association.
In its ninth year, the Transpacific Entrepreneurial Conference is the premiere platform to learn about the latest opportunities of investing in Canada and Hong Kong. As Canada puts the pandemic well behind them, Hong Kong, too, is poised for a major comeback and welcomes enhanced connectivity through commerce. The two regions share strong people‐to‐people and business‐to‐business ties, with major bilateral investment in diverse sectors from finance and technology to consumer goods and agribusiness.
Through a mix of online and in-person events, participants can connect with each other across the Pacific to network, explore possibilities and to do business. This conference will discuss the latest opportunities for companies looking to expand into Canada, Hong Kong and Greater China as well as the impact and possibilities the Greater Bay Area Initiatives would bring to Hong Kong.
TARGET AUDIENCE
1. Industry executives, investors, businesses and family offices
2. Canadian companies in Hong Kong and the Greater Bay Area
3. Companies interested in pursuing opportunities in Canada and in Hong Kong Entrepreneurs and start-ups of different industries, types and sizes
PROPOSED TOPICS
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Canada as a premiere destination to live, work, invest and play.
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Provincial perspectives in trade and investment
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A Canadian brand expanding their footprint into Hong Kong/China/Canada
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Hong Kong’s global footprint into China, ASEAN Countries, Canada and conversely, Canada's global footprint into Hong Kong, China and Asia
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Top 5 things to consider when businesses expand their footprint across markets Attracting talent into Hong Kong
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Vision and Strategy: starting a business in Hong Kong/China/Canada
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Scaling up of SMEs to boost productivity and achieve sustainable growth
DAY 1 CONFERENCE: Thursday, March 2 (07:45 - 12:55 HKT)
Mapping, Connecting and Expanding Footprints in Trade and Investment in Major Cities.
Time |
Session |
Venue |
07:45 - 08:15 |
Registration |
Club Lusitano |
08:10 - 08:21 |
Opening Remarks |
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08:21 - 08:40 |
Session 1: Keynote Speech |
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08:40 - 09:00 |
Continental Breakfast |
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09:00 - 09:50 |
Session 2: Canadian Footprints in Hong Kong. Stories of Growth in Canadian Clean Technology and Green Building Capabilities |
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09:50 - 10:20 |
Networking |
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10:20 - 11:05 |
Session 3: Connecting and Growing via Partnerships |
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11:10 - 11:40 |
In Conversation With Rosemary Goater, Co-Founder, SystematicEdge & Stephen Phillips, Director-General of Investment Promotion, Invest Hong Kong. |
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11:40 - 11:55 | Session 4 Part 2: Office for Attracting Strategic Enterprises (OASES) - Guest Speakers:Charles Ng, Executive Director, Office for Attracting Strategic Enterprises (OASES) |
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12:10 - 12:45 |
Session 5: Fireside Chat with STS Capital Partners |
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12:45 - 12:55 | Closing Remarks - Sophia Chan-Combrink, Executive Director, The Canadian Chamber of Commerce in Hong Kong |
DAY 2 CONFERENCE: Friday, March 3 (08:00 - 13:00 HKT)
Creating Bilateral Business Footprints via New Initiatives in Hong Kong and Canada.
Time |
Session |
Venue |
08:00 - 08:50 |
Session 6: Virtual Networking |
Virtual |
09:03 - 09:08 |
Opening Remarks |
Streaming at Club Lusitano |
09:10 - 09:55 |
Session 7: Connecting Talent Footprints between Canada and Hong Kong |
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10:10 - 10:55 |
Session 8: Diversifying and Developing Your Investment Footprint in 2023 |
Club Lusitano |
11:10 - 11:55 |
Session 9: Presenting Your Innovation & Technology Footprint |
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12:10 - 12:55 |
Session 10: What is the Future of Sourcing, Trading and Manufacturing for China and Beyond? |
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12:55 - 13:00 | Closing Remarks - Cindy Ho, National Chair, Hong Kong-Canada Business Association & Partner, DS Avocats. |
[ONLY AVAILABLE IN-PERSON] DAY 2 CLOSING NETWORKING COCKTAIL: Friday, March 3 (18:30 - 20:30 HKT)
Time |
Session |
Venue |
18:00 - 18:30 |
Registration |
Ground Floor Space at Soho House, |
18:30 - 18:40 |
Opening Remarks |
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18:40 - 18:55 |
Session 11: Fireside Chat with CanChamHK Governors |
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18:55 - 19:00 |
Closing Remarks - Sophia Chan-Combrink, Executive Director, The Canadian Chamber of Commerce in Hong Kong. |
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19:00 - 20:30 |
Session 12: In-person Networking with Light Canapes and 2 x drink vouchers |
** Final program schedule subject to change
1) Day 1 Conference Pass
Non-member - HKD 950
Member - HKD 600
Non-member - HKD 950
Member - HKD 225
Non-member - HKD 350
- Registration is confirmed ONLY upon completion of the event registration page, registrant profile form and receipt of payment.
- As seats are limited, registration is on a First-Come-First-Serve Basis with priority to Members of the Chamber. You will receive a confirmation email from the staff accordingly.
- A reminder email for the Conference will be sent to you one day prior to each event. We look forward to welcoming you!
- For enquiries, please email events@cancham.org
If you missed our previous 8th Transpacific Entrepreneurial Conference, here's a recap of our conference in our EDM, view our lineup of speakers on our Website and watch our conference on our YouTube channel.
Health & Safety Policy: To ensure your comfort, Covid-19 health and safety measures will be in place. No walk-ins will be accepted.
Photography/Filming: By taking part in this event, you grant the Canadian Chamber of Commerce in Hong Kong full rights to use any images resulting from the photography/video filming.
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Cancellation Policy: Payment is non-refundable unless the Canadian Chamber of Commerce in Hong Kong cancels the event. If you are unable to attend, cancellations must be received in writing 72 hours prior to the event. No shows will be charged.