The YEC members pose for a group photo

The Hong Kong Baptist University (HKBU) Foundation hosted a dinner at the HKBU Lounge on 5 October 2026 to thank members of its Young Entrepreneur Committee (YEC) for their contributions during the 2024-2026 term. Certificates of Appreciation were presented in recognition of their outstanding service and staunch support for the University.

In his remarks, Professor Alex Wai, JP, President and Vice-Chancellor of HKBU, extended his heartfelt thanks to the Co-Chairmen of the YEC and the convenors of its task forces for their exceptional leadership. He also conveyed his sincere appreciation to all members for their dedication and valuable counsel.  He noted that the Committee plays a pivotal role in enhancing students’ learning experience, fostering an entrepreneurial spirit and advancing the University’s fundraising initiatives.

Mr. Ivan Wong, JP, Co-Chairman of the YEC, said he looks forward to continuing to unite young entrepreneurs from a variety of sectors to serve HKBU, support the nurturing of young leaders and contribute to the University’s strategic development.

Fellow Co-Chairman Dr. Chloe Suen emphasised that serving the University and giving back to society is a noble undertaking. She hoped that more young leaders will carry this important responsibility forward.

During the dinner, the Co-Chairmen accompanied Professor Alex Wai, along with Dr. Albert Chau, Vice-President (Teaching and Learning), and Ms. Christine Chow, Vice-President (Administration) and Secretary, in presenting Certificates of Appreciation to the 19 members in attendance. Members also shared their insights and achievements from their term of service. Looking ahead to the new term, they expressed a shared wish to strengthen communication and explore diverse forms of collaboration so as to create more learning opportunities for HKBU students.

Other HKBU representatives at the dinner included Mr. Kevin Liem, Treasurer of HKBU’s Council and Court and Treasurer of the HKBU Foundation’s Board of Governors; Mrs. Lily Chan, Director of University Advancement and Secretary-General of the HKBU Foundation; Professor Amy Lee, Director of Student Affairs; and Mr. Andrew Ho, Director of the Centre for Innovative Service-Learning and CLAP-TECH Centre.