Two “FinFluencer” Lectures were held in March, featuring Ms. Venetia LEE from Ant Group Greater China International Business and Mr. Brian HUI from HSBC. They shared with our students, their experiences, insights and enthusiasm toward their careers and the industry.
(From left) Ms. Venetia LEE, General Manager, Ant Group Greater China International Business; Mr. Brian HUI, Managing Director and Head of Customer Propositions and Marketing, Wealth and Personal Banking (WPB), The Hongkong and Shanghai Banking Corporation Limited
Ms. Lee explained it is important to understand local cultures when expanding into new markets. She shared her experience in leading the international business development of Alipay. In order to match the local culture, Venetia established the exclusive feature “stamp collection” in Alipay Hong Kong and meet the needs of Hong Kong’s foreign domestic helpers in cross-border payment. Be observant in the daily life and one may identify market opportunities, she remarked.
Mr. Hui shared the fascinating journey of HSBC’s digital reform, highlighting how digitalization transformed the banking industry and how HSBC adapted to these changes. He stressed it is essential for banks to embrace technology in order to provide customers with efficient service and go further to exceed their expectations. Brian also shared his career stories and encouraged students to be passionate and to seek out opportunities for personal and professional growth.
Organized by the Fintech and Green Finance Projects, the “FinFluencer” series provides students with valuable insights into the rapidly evolving fintech industry and an excellent opportunity to learn from distinguished speakers in person.