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Jun 2026
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Open SPACE 2026

In an era where AI is reshaping how we work, learn, and live, navigating the future with technology has become a defining challenge for us all. This year's OPEN SPACE explores this transformation, connecting AI insights with professional development, academic planning, and lifestyle curation to help you embrace change and unlock new possibilities.

Join us for Open SPACE on Saturday, 6 June, in a hybrid format with both online and in-person events. We have curated over 80 insightful sessions across specialised themes, including "AI & Technology”, “Business & Finance”, “Languages & Cultures", "Lifestyle", "Profession Development", "Mind & Body Wellness",  and a dedicated stream, "DSE Study Planning", offering guidance for every stage of your journey.

From AI technology and education policy to interpersonal communication, our keynote sessions will offer fresh perspectives on the future from multiple angles. Highlights include Mr Michael Yung, Strategic Advisor at Google Cloud, on " Living with AI: Redefining Privacy, Productivity, and Everyday Learning”. Mr Lawrence Tang Fei, a Member of the Legislative Council on " Hong Kong takes the initiative to align with the 155 plan and seize opportunities -  strategic direction in education "; and Ms Jennifer Shum, Senior Guidance Counsellor, together with Dr Rosa Kwok, Programme Director at HKU SPACE, on “From Miscommunication to True Connection: Using Counselling Skills to Foster Win Win Relationships at Work and at Home”.

Whether you are a professional seeking new momentum in the age of AI or a student planning your academic future, OPEN SPACE is your starting point for broadening your horizons and preparing for what comes next. Register now to explore the opportunities and challenges of the AI era with us — and take your next step with greater clarity and confidence.

Open SPACE 2026

Keynote

  • 06Jun 2026 (Sat)11:00 - 12:00

    Hong Kong takes the initiative to align with the 155 plan and seize opportunities - strategic direction in education

    Type of Event
    Hybrid (In-person & Online Attendance)
    Venue
    Professor and Mrs Enoch Young Lecture Theatre (Room 204), 2/F, Admiralty Centre, 18 Harcourt Road, Admiralty, HK (access via the shopping arcade escalators through Exit A, Admiralty MTR Station)
    Online Platform
    HKU SPACE YouTube Channel
    Speaker
    • Mr Lawrence Tang Fei (Member of the Legislative Council Election Committee Constituency) ;
    • Moderator: Dr Brian Chan (Co-President of GBA Education Resources Centre)

    Mr Lawrence Tang Fei

    Member of the Legislative Council Election Committee constituency, Vice President of the Hong Kong Federation of Education Workers, Member of the Chongqing Municipal People's Political Consultative Conference, Member of the China Overseas Friendship Association, Member of the Chinese Association of Hong Kong & Macao Studies, the Honorary College Advisors of Police College. Served as a member of the Committee on the Promotion of Civic Education, a member of the CDC-HKEAA Committee on Citizenship and Social Development, a member of the Education Commission, a member of Moral, Civic and National Education Committee, and a member of the CDC-Committee on Liberal Studies. He has served as a host and guest commentator on RTHK, TVB, Phoenix TV, Orange News and other media, and has written education and current affairs reviews in major newspapers in Hong Kong. In 2013, he was awarded the Medal of Honour. In 2021, he was elected as a member of the Legislative Council Election Committee constituency.

    Moderator: Dr Brian Chan

  • 06Jun 2026 (Sat)11:00 - 12:00

    Living with AI: Redefining Privacy, Productivity, and Everyday Learning

    Type of Event
    Hybrid (In-person & Online Attendance)
    Venue
    Room 303, 3/F, Admiralty Centre, 18 Harcourt Road, Hong Kong (access via the shopping arcade escalators through Exit A, Admiralty MTR Station)
    Online Platform
    HKU SPACE YouTube Channel
    Speaker
    • Mr Michael Yung (Strategic Advisor, Google Cloud)

    Mr Michael Yung

    Michael is currently a Strategic Advisor in Google Cloud Greater China Region, where he provides technology advice and guidance to clients on their long-term strategy. He has 40 years of experience in IT, with a particular focus on AI, Internet, eCommerce, and TravelTech. He is also an expert in web usability, computer security, and blockchain technologies.

  • 06Jun 2026 (Sat)14:00 - 15:00

    From Miscommunication to True Connection: Using Counselling Skills to Foster Win Win Relationships at Work and at Home

    Type of Event
    Hybrid (In-person & Online Attendance)
    Venue
    Professor and Mrs Enoch Young Lecture Theatre (Room 204), 2/F, Admiralty Centre, 18 Harcourt Road, Admiralty, HK (access via the shopping arcade escalators through Exit A, Admiralty MTR Station)
    Online Platform
    HKU SPACE YouTube Channel
    Speaker
    • Ms Jennifer Shum (Senior Guidance Counsellor) ;
    • Dr Rosa Kwok (Programme Director, HKU SPACE)

    Ms Jennifer Shum

    Ms Jennifer Shum is a guidance counsellor with over ten years of experience, specialising in career development, self‑worth and interpersonal relationships. With a warm, optimistic and positive approach, she helps individuals enhance their mental well‑being and overall quality of life, covering issues such as career counselling, personal growth, self‑image, and family and friendship relationships. Ms Shum holds a Master of Arts in Guidance and Counselling from The Hong Kong Polytechnic University and is GCDF (Global Career Development Facilitator) certified, as well as holding a Bachelor’s degree in Psychology from London. She currently serves as a committee member of the Hong Kong Professional Counselling Association, and has further trained in mediation to deepen interpersonal communication, obtaining a professionally recognised mediator qualification. Blending her public image as Miss Hong Kong and her charitable work with her behind‑the‑scenes psychological expertise, she promotes mental health and professional counselling culture in an engaging and down‑to‑earth way through the “Mental Health First Aid” live series, and she recently launched It’s free o’clock Podcast, helping the public navigate emotions and psychological challenges. Dr Rosa Kwok brings evidence-based strategies to the classroom. As a business-minded education professional with over 14 years of rigorous laboratory research training and a strong publication record in peer-reviewed psychology journals. Dr Kwok brings a unique combination of education expertise, client-facing experience, and project management insight to convey evidence-based strategies to policy makers and practitioners.

    Dr Rosa Kwok

    Dr Rosa Kwok brings evidence-based strategies to the classroom. As a business-minded education professional with over 14 years of rigorous laboratory research training and a strong publication record in peer-reviewed psychology journals. Dr Kwok brings a unique combination of education expertise, client-facing experience, and project management insight to convey evidence-based strategies to policy makers and practitioners.

AI & Technology

  • 06Jun 2026 (Sat)11:00 - 12:00

    Future Developments of AI Agents and Web4 in the New Era of Intelligent Finance

    Type of Event
    Hybrid (In-person & Online Attendance)
    Venue
    Room 205, 2/F, Admiralty Centre, 18 Harcourt Road, Admiralty, HK (access via the shopping arcade escalators through Exit A, Admiralty MTR Station)
    Online Platform
    HKU SPACE YouTube Channel
    Speaker
    • Mr Ken Choi (Chief Technology Officer, CTO Zhong Yu Limited)

    Mr Ken Choi

    Mr Choi currently serves as a Chief Technology Officer, CTO, engaging in AI projects that intersect the dynamic fields of data science and Web3. He imparts his knowledge and expertise as a teacher at HKU SPACE, where he conducts courses such as AI and ML with Business and Financial Applications, Big Data Analytics, Big Data and Marketing Analytics, Big Data Applications and Financial Analytics, Business Analytics and Web Scraping, Fundamentals of FinTech, Graph Analytics for Big Data, Introduction to Big Data Applications and Analytics, RegTech Applications in Finance, Training Workshop on AI, Machine Learning and Data-Driven Strategies, Training Workshop on Machine Learning for Corporate Planning, Web 3.0 and FinTech, Workshop on AI and Digital Economy: New Applications and Opportunities for SMEs. His areas of specialization encompass a broad spectrum of AI technologies, including Machine Learning (ML), Deep Learning (DL), Reinforcement Learning (RL), Neural Networks (NN), and Natural Language Processing (NLP), as well as the emerging domain of Web3. Ken is a certified Financial Risk Manager (FRM®) and boasts a suite of certifications from SAS®, including but not limited to Statistical Business Analyst, Predictive Modeler: Enterprise Miner, System Platform Administrator, and Advanced Programmer. He holds a Bachelor's (Honors) degree in Statistics and a Master's degree in Risk Management from HKU.

  • 06Jun 2026 (Sat)11:00 - 12:00

    How AI Contributes to Property and Facility Management

    Type of Event
    Hybrid (In-person & Online Attendance)
    Venue
    Room 301, 3/F, Admiralty Centre, 18 Harcourt Road, Admiralty, HK (access via the shopping arcade escalators through Exit A, Admiralty MTR Station)
    Online Platform
    HKU SPACE YouTube Channel
    Speaker
    • Mr Andrew Tsang (Certified ESG Planner)

    Mr Andrew Tsang

    Mr Andrew Tsang is a Certified ESG Planner (CEP ® ) accredited by the International Chambe of Sustainable Development (ICSD) and holds an Executive Certificate in Sustainable Finance and ESG Analytics accredited by Lingnan University. Mr Tsang is also an MBA holder from University of Canberra, Australia. Andrew is currently Business Development Director at Smart Treasure Technology and he specializes in AIoT Engineering, ESG Assessment, Fire Safety Technology, Digital Transformation and Management Consultancy.

  • 06Jun 2026 (Sat)11:00 - 12:00

    From Execution to Orchestration: How Humans Win the AI Battle

    Type of Event
    Hybrid (In-person & Online Attendance)
    Venue
    Room 312, 3/F, Admiralty Centre, 18 Harcourt Road, Admiralty, HK (access via the shopping arcade escalators through Exit A, Admiralty MTR Station)
    Online Platform
    HKU SPACE YouTube Channel
    Speaker
    • Mr Brian Tsui (Partner, Catallyze, and Member of the Cyberport, HKSTP, and HKTDC investor networks)

    Mr Brian Tsui

    Through human and financial capital, Brian Tsui empowers mission-driven founders to navigate the stage where most startups fail: when a locally validated idea goes global. As an early-stage investor, Brian enjoys judging and mentoring at the Asian Financial Forum, Hong Kong FinTech Week, Startup Express, and Founder Institute. A dedicated ecosystem builder, he also co-organizes the Asia Technology Entrepreneurship Conference (ATEC) Startup Competition, co-founded the Chicago Booth Angels Network of Hong Kong and the Greater Bay Area, and served as the Asia-Pacific Co-Chair of the University of Chicago’s top-ranked global accelerator. Brian has shared his favorite topic, "What's Missing in Your Perfect Pitch?" with over 3,000 founders, intrapreneurs, and university students. Brian’s international career began in management consulting, where he launched and led a corporate finance practice in Southeast Asia and a financial institutions practice in the U.S. for a global consultancy, helping C-suite executives at complex, global organizations embrace, invest in, and integrate emerging technologies. Brian holds a B.A. from the University of Michigan and an MBA from the University of Chicago Booth School of Business.

  • 06Jun 2026 (Sat)11:00 - 12:00

    Navigating the AI Era: Redefining the School Librarian as a Future Leader

    Type of Event
    Online Attendance
    Online Platform
    HKU SPACE YouTube Channel
    Speaker
    • Mr Hung Ming Michael (Chairperson, Quality Library Network) ;
    • Dr Lee Tsz Him (Director, Quality Library Network) ;
    • Ms Leung Mei Ying (Vice Chairperson, Quality Library Network)

    Mr Hung Ming Michael

    Established in 2000, the Quality Library Network (QLN) is an organization that connects teacher-librarians and continuously improves school libraries, with the goal of supporting the development of quality school libraries. QLN actively promotes professional exchange among teacher-librarians, enabling the industry to offer suggestions and share experiences on various library issues and development.

    Dr Lee Tsz Him

    Established in 2000, the Quality Library Network (QLN) is an organization that connects teacher-librarians and continuously improves school libraries, with the goal of supporting the development of quality school libraries. QLN actively promotes professional exchange among teacher-librarians, enabling the industry to offer suggestions and share experiences on various library issues and development.

    Ms Leung Mei Ying

    Established in 2000, the Quality Library Network (QLN) is an organization that connects teacher-librarians and continuously improves school libraries, with the goal of supporting the development of quality school libraries. QLN actively promotes professional exchange among teacher-librarians, enabling the industry to offer suggestions and share experiences on various library issues and development.

  • 06Jun 2026 (Sat)11:00 - 12:00

    UX/UI Design Meets AI: Foundations, Tools, and Future Practices

    Type of Event
    Online Attendance
    Online Platform
    HKU SPACE YouTube Channel
    Speaker
    • Ms Irene Li (Part time teacher, HKU SPACE)

    Ms Irene Li

    HKU SPACE Part time teacher

  • 06Jun 2026 (Sat)11:00 - 12:00

    The "AI+ Leader" Paradigm: Leading HKSAR Strategic Transformation with Global PMI Standards

    Type of Event
    Hybrid (In-person & Online Attendance)
    Venue
    Room 614, 6/F, United Centre, 95 Queensway, Hong Kong (Exit D, Admiralty MTR Station)
    Online Platform
    HKU SPACE YouTube Channel
    Speaker
    • Professor Kelvin Wan (Chair of the AI Special Interest Group (AI SIG) and Vice-President of PMI Hong Kong)

    Professor Kelvin Wan

    Prof Kelvin Wan is a distinguished authority in AI Leadership, AI Governance, and AI Project Management. With a career spanning over 25 years in the Innovation and Technology (I&T) sector, he is a prominent advocate for the responsible and practical integration of Artificial Intelligence within organisational frameworks. He currently serves as the Vice President and Chair of the AI Special Interest Group (SIG) of PMI Hong Kong Chapter, as well as the Co-Chair for Strategic AI Alliance between HKCS and PMIHK. He is also a member of the Harvard Business Review Advisory Council, providing professional insights on AI, project management and PMO sector. Prof Wan has delivered extensive training and coaching to more audiences with focus on upskilling working professionals in AI-governance and methodology, PMO setup, talent management, and AI curriculum development. He previously served as Global Master Trainer and Head of PMO at HSBC, where he led a multi-million dollar global learning project spanning 78 countries. A registered career coach and distinguished master trainer, Dr. Wan is a passionate advocate for responsible and practical AI adoption in organisations.

  • 06Jun 2026 (Sat)14:00 - 15:00

    Computational Design: AI and Grasshopper in Architecture

    Type of Event
    Hybrid (In-person & Online Attendance)
    Venue
    Room 202, 2/F, Admiralty Centre, 18 Harcourt Road, Admiralty, HK (access via the shopping arcade escalators through Exit A, Admiralty MTR Station)
    Online Platform
    HKU SPACE YouTube Channel
    Speaker
    • Mr Antony Kwok

    Mr Antony Kwok

    Antony has over 20 years of experience in architecture and he possesses extensive knowledge in computational design and BIM modeling, which enables him to handle complex architectural design projects. With a forward-thinking approach, Antony has spearheaded numerous transformative initiatives in the construction industry to enhance construction efficiency, accuracy, and safety.

  • 06Jun 2026 (Sat)14:00 - 15:00

    The Path of AI Transformation: A Toolkit for Dissolving Organisational Silos

    Type of Event
    Hybrid (In-person & Online Attendance)
    Venue
    Room 315, 3/F, Admiralty Centre, 18 Harcourt Road, Admiralty, HK (access via the shopping arcade escalators through Exit A, Admiralty MTR Station)
    Online Platform
    HKU SPACE YouTube Channel
    Speaker
    • Dr Dawn Chui

    Dr Dawn Chui

    Dr Dawn Chui is an accomplished leader in innovation, technology, and urban development with an extensive background spanning government, academia, and private enterprise. Most recently, she managed the China-Italy Innovation Center in Shenzhen and spearheaded multiple startups between 2020 and 2025. Her leadership experience includes serving as the Head of Asia-Pacific for the International Association of Public Transport (UITP) under MTR Corporation, where she also held the roles of Pavilion Director at the Shanghai Expo and Director for the Asia-Pacific Centre of Transport Excellence. Dr. Chui’s career is marked by senior executive positions at prominent organizations, including Head of Business Development at the Hong Kong Science and Technology Parks, General Manager at CMPMedica, and Associate Director at ACNielsen.

  • 06Jun 2026 (Sat)14:00 - 15:00

    AI — our ‘opponent,’ or our competitive ‘rival’

    Type of Event
    In-person Attendance
    Venue
    Room 601, 6/F, United Centre, 95 Queensway, Hong Kong (Exit D, Admiralty MTR Station)
    Speaker
    • Mr Eric Moy (Vice Chairperson (Membership & Constitution) from Professional Information Security Association)

    Mr Eric Moy

    Mr Eric Moy has worked in the IT industry for over 30 years. He has served as a committee member of the Professional Information Security Association for more than 8 years, during which he has participated in over 100 school talks. His audiences have included primary school students, secondary school students, university students, parents, teachers, the elderly, social workers, and people from various backgrounds. He also helps coordinate volunteers and revise speech scripts for the Professional Information Security Association.

Business & Finance

  • 06Jun 2026 (Sat)11:00 - 12:00

    The future trend of stablecoins: Opportunities and challenges for Hong Kong as a financial center

    Type of Event
    In-person Attendance
    Venue
    Room 315, 3/F, Admiralty Centre, 18 Harcourt Road, Admiralty, HK (access via the shopping arcade escalators through Exit A, Admiralty MTR Station)
    Speaker
    • Mr SK Lee (Chief Executive and Board Director of RD Wallet Technologies Limited)

    Mr SK Lee

    Mr SK Lee is the Chief Executive and Board Director of RD Wallet Technologies Limited. Mr Lee’s previous experience includes his roles as the Head of Financial Crime Compliance and Senior Executive in Business Development in Hang Seng Bank during 2014 to 2020, and various compliance positions at Standard Chartered (Hong Kong) during 2006 to 2014 with the last position being Head of Compliance in Retail Clients. During 1996 to 2006, he worked in the Hong Kong Monetary Authority in Banking Supervision and Banking Policy. Mr Lee is a Certified Anti-Money Laundering Specialist (CAMS) and Certified AML Professional (CAMLP), and Fellow Member in Hong Kong Securities and Investment Institute (FHKSI). His academic credentials include master’s degrees in law (LLM, Common Law, CUHK), in banking (MSc Banking, CityU), and in Asian Studies (MA, HKU), and bachelor’s degrees in public and social administration (BA(Hons) PSA, CityU), and Law (LLB, MMU, UK).

  • 06Jun 2026 (Sat)11:00 - 12:00

    The Green & Lean Supply Chain: How technology reduces carbon footprints

    Type of Event
    Hybrid (In-person & Online Attendance)
    Venue
    Room 611, /F, United Centre, 95 Queensway, Hong Kong (Exit D, Admiralty MTR Station)
    Online Platform
    HKU SPACE YouTube Channel
    Speaker
    • Prof Edward Lee

    Prof Edward Lee

    Prof Lee is currently serving as a full-time faculty member, Professor of Practice, in the Department of Logistics and Maritime Studies (LMS) at The Hong Kong Polytechnic University (PolyU) since 2017. Prior to joining PolyU’s full-time faculty, he occupied senior executive roles across a diverse array of industries, where he drove tangible, data-backed business outcomes. During his tenure at Prince of Peace, Inc. (2010–2014). As Chief/Senior Manager at Arthur Andersen (China), where he oversaw nationwide risk management, supply chain, and strategic management engagements. Beyond strategic planning, his executive background has afforded me end-to-end expertise in brand lifecycle management (from conceptualization to market scaling), integrated promotional and advertising campaigns, marketing strategy deployment, sales network establishment, frontline sales team capacity building, day-to-day operational governance, and granular P&L oversight for cross-border projects in the United States, mainland China, Hong Kong, and Taiwan. He has also held distinguished public-sector and trade facilitation roles, including serving as a Commercial Specialist for the U.S. Department of Commerce and Director of the State of Alabama Hong Kong Office -- positions that deepened my understanding of bilateral trade dynamics and cross-regional business ecosystems.

  • 06Jun 2026 (Sat)14:00 - 15:00

    Using I Ching and Qi Men Investment Strategies in Turbulent Times

    Type of Event
    Hybrid (In-person & Online Attendance)
    Venue
    Room 311, 3/F, Admiralty Centre, 18 Harcourt Road, Admiralty, HK (access via the shopping arcade escalators through Exit A, Admiralty MTR Station)
    Online Platform
    HKU SPACE YouTube Channel
    Speaker
    • Mr Yang Ho Yun

    Mr Yang Ho Yun

    Mr Yang has been engaged in the research and teaching of the I Ching and Zi Wei Dou Shu and applied analysis of Qi Men Dun Jia. He has been repeatedly invited to provide feature explanations and interviews for television, radio, and print media, covering both theory and practical applications in Hong Kong. He has also served as a guest speaker on I Ching and Qi Men programmes on Hong Kong’s TVB and Radio Television Hong Kong (RTHK).

  • 06Jun 2026 (Sat)14:00 - 15:00

    ESG 2036: Navigating the Next Decade of Responsible Growth

    Type of Event
    Hybrid (In-person & Online Attendance)
    Venue
    Room 614, 6/F, United Centre, 95 Queensway, Hong Kong (Exit D, Admiralty MTR Station)
    Online Platform
    HKU SPACE YouTube Channel
    Speaker
    • Dr Grace He (Senior Manager, The HKU Jockey Club Enterprise Sustainability Global Research Institute)

    Dr Grace He

    Senior Manager, The HKU Jockey Club Enterprise Sustainability Global Research Institute

  • 06Jun 2026 (Sat)15:45 - 16:45

    Personal Feng Shui, Destiny & Wealth Preservation for the 2027 "Red Goat Calamity" Year

    Type of Event
    Hybrid (In-person & Online Attendance)
    Venue
    Room 205, 2/F, Admiralty Centre, 18 Harcourt Road, Admiralty, HK (access via the shopping arcade escalators through Exit A, Admiralty MTR Station)
    Online Platform
    HKU SPACE YouTube Channel
    Speaker
    • Mr Chung Wing Hon ;
    • Mr Honson Chan ;
    • Mr Fong Wai Lap ;
    • Dr Donald Tsoi ;
    • Dr Lee Boon Jang

    Mr Chung Wing Hon

    Mr Chung Wing Hon is a veteran Feng Shui master with over fifty years of practical experience. He previously worked for the Housing Department and later inherited his father's Feng Shui knowledge, providing Feng Shui consultation services. Mr Chung holds a Bachelor's and Master's degree in Business Administration from the United States. He has taught Feng Shui courses at the Vocational Training Council, the School of Professional and Continuing Education at CUSCS, and the Hong Kong Management Association. He is currently the lead instructor for the Feng Shui Diploma programme at the Macau University of Science and Technology.

    Mr Honson Chan

    Mr Honson Chan holds a Bachelor of Science degree in Mechanical Engineering from the University of Sheffield, UK, and a Postgraduate Diploma in Business and Commercial Studies from Cardiff University, UK. He is currently the President of the International I Ching Culture Association. Mr Chan previously taught Feng Shui courses at the Hong Kong Management Association and is currently an instructor for the Feng Shui Diploma at Macau University of Science and Technology.

    Mr Fong Wai Lap

    Mr Fong Wai Lap was immersed in Chinese Yi Jin, fortune telling, Feng Shui, and antique culture from a young age, and is dedicated to researching the relationship between astronomy, geography, and Feng Shui principles. He has worked as a director of investment banks and surveying firms, an advisor to US-listed companies, and a consultant to several Hong Kong government departments, writing relevant advisory reports for the government. He is currently a member of the Hong Kong Mediation Qualifications Assessment Association, a senior member of the Hong Kong Institute of Professional Auditors, and a member of the Hong Kong International Arbitration Centre. Mr Fong holds a Bachelor of Science degree from Australia, a Bachelor of Laws degree from China, and a Master of International Finance degree from Australia. He is currently a tutor in the Feng Shui Diploma programme at Macau University of Science and Technology.

    Dr Donald Tsoi

    Dr Donald Choi holds a Bachelor of Science degree in Aerospace Engineering and a PhD in Engineering Science from Monash University, Australia. Dr Choi specializes in Bazi and Feng Shui. He has been invited to provide annual fortune advice to clients at the Hong Kong Jockey Club. In addition to providing Feng Shui advice for homes, shops, offices, and upstairs stores in Hong Kong, he has also offered Feng Shui layout improvement advice for large-scale real estate developments and their sales offices in Zhongshan, Liuzhou, and Huizhou, China. He has also provided annual fortune improvement services to clients in South Korea and Australia.

    Dr Lee Boon Jang

    Dr BJ Lee is currently the course leader for the Diploma in Feng Shui Planning for Office and Residence programme and Certificate for Modules. He is a College Principal Lecturer, responsible for a range of courses including Accounting, Corporate Governance, and Business Administration. Dr Lee has taught a variety of subjects, including Strategic Management, Marketing, Financial Management, Accounting, Organizational Behavior, and Business Communication. He holds a degree from Ulster University, an MBA from Cardiff Business School, and a PhD from Macquarie University, Australia. His research interests include Chinese Studies, regional sources, marketing, and Feng Shui for both ancestral and residential buildings. Prior to joining HKU SPACE, he worked in the business sector, including sales and marketing, operations, strategic management, and organisational change.

  • 06Jun 2026 (Sat)15:45 - 16:45

    Hong Kong Stock Market Investment Outlook for H2 2026

    Type of Event
    Hybrid (In-person & Online Attendance)
    Venue
    Room 311, 3/F, Admiralty Centre, 18 Harcourt Road, Admiralty, HK (access via the shopping arcade escalators through Exit A, Admiralty MTR Station)
    Online Platform
    HKU SPACE YouTube Channel
    Speaker
    • Mr Peter Pak (Executive Director, BOCI Securities)

    Mr Peter Pak

    Mr Pak joined BOCI in 2004 and is currently the Executive Director at BOCI Securities. He was born in Beijing, grew up in Hong Kong, and graduated from the University of Wisconsin – Madison in the United States, majoring in finance. Mr Pak has nearly 30 years of experience in the financial industry and previously worked for various financial institutions, including Sun Hung Kai & Nomura, etc., in equity research. He has covered conglomerate, aviation, consumer, infrastructure, and small-cap sectors & has participated in some major IPO transactions such as CNOOC & Ping An Insurance. In addition, Mr. Pak is an active spokesperson for BOCI, appearing regularly in several media from both Hong Kong and the mainland, including CCTV, TVB &.I-Cable He is also a frequent presenter in investment seminars among affiliated institutions within the Bank of China Group, including BOCHK, BOC Macau as well as other subsidiaries in the mainland. He is a director of the Hong Kong Securities Association (HKSA).

  • 06Jun 2026 (Sat)15:45 - 16:45

    AI-Driven Cross-Border Brand Marketing and Practical Amazon Strategies

    Type of Event
    Hybrid (In-person & Online Attendance)
    Venue
    Room 315, 3/F, Admiralty Centre, 18 Harcourt Road, Admiralty, HK (access via the shopping arcade escalators through Exit A, Admiralty MTR Station)
    Online Platform
    HKU SPACE YouTube Channel
    Speaker
    • Mr John Chin

    Mr John Chin

    With over 20 years of experience in e-commerce, Mr Chin has been turning data into sales since 2005 and now focus on transforming AI into automation. His career began in hospitality (AHLEI) and IT (BCIT), with service-oriented mindset and technical discipline. Mr Chin Specialises in Amazon US operations and had guided startup brands from scratch, mastering product research, PPC, and supply chain management. Mr Chin recently earned certification in AI with Python (CS50, Harvard University), which unvieled a new chapter of blending bridge traditional e-commerce with modern AI automation. Mr Chin also designed tools using Python and Streamlit to automate SEO, generate content, and analyze Market trends 最新市場熱話, helping businesses stay competitive in a rapidly evolving digital landscape. His expertise spans AI implementation—LLM integration, workflow automation, and scripting—alongside training and education for businesses and students eager to master digital selling.

Mind & Body Wellness

Lifestyle

  • 06Jun 2026 (Sat)11:00 - 12:00

    Lifestyle of Pet‑Centric Households and Development Trends in the Pet Services

    Type of Event
    Hybrid (In-person & Online Attendance)
    Venue
    Room 311, 3/F, Admiralty Centre, 18 Harcourt Road, Admiralty, HK (access via the shopping arcade escalators through Exit A, Admiralty MTR Station)
    Online Platform
    HKU SPACE YouTube Channel
    Speaker
    • Ms Carrie Lam (Senior Pet Groomer and Pet Aromatherapist)

    Ms Carrie Lam

    A compassionate and highly experienced senior mobile pet groomer and pet aromatherapist, currently serving as an adjunct instructor at a university, where she teaches pet care–related courses. She integrates solid theoretical knowledge with extensive hands‑on experience in her teaching. Carrie specialises in grooming and caring for senior pets and has been featured in media interviews. She is also skilled in applying natural, non‑invasive approaches—such as pet aromatherapy and massage—to gently address a wide range of pets’ physical and emotional needs, with the aim of enhancing their overall quality of life. In addition, Carrie is actively involved in public education and has been invited to deliver workshops at shopping malls, organisations, and schools. Through sharing accurate pet care knowledge and promoting empathy towards animals, she has made meaningful contributions to the development of the pet care industry and the wider community.

  • 06Jun 2026 (Sat)11:00 - 12:00

    The Art of Flowers and the Mind: The Aesthetic World of Japanese Ikebana

    Type of Event
    In-person Attendance
    Venue
    Room 306, 3/F, Admiralty Centre, 18 Harcourt Road, Admiralty, HK (access via the shopping arcade escalators through Exit A, Admiralty MTR Station)
    Speaker
    • Ms Sally Leung ( )

    Ms Sally Leung

    Salley pursued advanced studies in ikebana at the Ikenobo Central Training Institute in Kyoto, the highest academic institution for Japanese flower arrangement. She graduated with the top overall results and received the Institute’s Tachibana Award (Best Academic Performance Award) for three consecutive years. In 2024, she represented Hong Kong at the Kyū-Tanabata-kai National Ikebana Exhibition, the oldest ikebana exhibition in Japan, and also exhibited at the Taiwan–Japan Friendship Ikenobo Exhibition in Taipei.

  • 06Jun 2026 (Sat)11:00 - 12:00

    Your Gateway to the Global Underwater World

    Type of Event
    Hybrid (In-person & Online Attendance)
    Venue
    Room 314, 3/F, Admiralty Centre, 18 Harcourt Road, Hong Kong (access via the shopping arcade escalators through Exit A, Admiralty MTR Station)
    Online Platform
    HKU SPACE YouTube Channel
    Speaker
    • Ms Karman Ma ( Certified SDI Open Water Scuba Instructor)

    Ms Karman Ma

    Karman holds a Master of Science in Environmental Management from The University of Hong Kong and currently serves as a Research Assistant at the State Key Laboratory of Marine Pollution (SKLMP) at City University of Hong Kong. She is also a certified SDI Open Water Scuba Instructor. As a dedicated diving enthusiast, Karman finds great joy in exploring the underwater world and is committed to applying her academic expertise to the conservation of marine environments.

  • 06Jun 2026 (Sat)14:00 - 15:00

    Continual Learning Through Teaching——Cantonese Operatic Music Research, Singing and Teaching

    Type of Event
    Hybrid (In-person & Online Attendance)
    Venue
    Room 206, 2/F, Admiralty Centre, 18 Harcourt Road, Admiralty, HK (access via the shopping arcade escalators through Exit A, Admiralty MTR Station)
    Online Platform
    HKU SPACE YouTube Channel
    Speaker
    • Professor Chan Sau-yan (Chairman of HK Association of Cantonese Opera Scholars) ;
    • Miss Wong Yee-man (Vice-chairman of HK Association of Cantonese Opera Scholars)

    Professor Chan Sau-yan

    Prof Chan Sau-yan, a researcher in Cantonese opera, is now the Programme Coordinator of the Postgraduate Diploma in Teaching Cantonese Operatic Singing offered by SPACE of the University of Hong Kong.

    Miss Wong Yee-man

    Miss Wong Yee-man is a veteran and highly respected instructor of Cantonese operatic singing who has taught in numerous higher institutions and universities around Hong Kong. She is currently an instructor for the Postgraduate Diploma in Teaching Cantonese Operatic Singing offered by SPACE of the University of Hong Kong.

  • 06Jun 2026 (Sat)14:00 - 15:00

    Yagyu Master Swordsmen Series • 2 Katsunin Ken by Yagyu Munenori, the master swordsman who taught the live-giving sword to three generations of Tokugawa Shoguns.

    Type of Event
    In-person Attendance
    Venue
    Room 306, 3/F, Admiralty Centre, 18 Harcourt Road, Admiralty, HK (access via the shopping arcade escalators through Exit A, Admiralty MTR Station)
    Speaker
    • Kelwin Kwan ( Chief Officer of Hong Kong Yagyu Kai)

    Kelwin Kwan

    Kelwin Kwan Chief Officer of Hong Kong Yagyu Kai studies Yagyu Shinkage Ryu Heiho and Yagyu Seigo Ryu Battoh swordsmanship under Master Yagyu Nobuharu and Master Yagyu Koichi, since 1993

  • 06Jun 2026 (Sat)15:45 - 16:45

    由超市到芝士專門店:品嚐芝士可以去到幾專業?

    Type of Event
    In-person Attendance
    Venue
    Room 606, /F, United Centre, 95 Queensway, Hong Kong (Exit D, Admiralty MTR Station)
    Speaker
    • Ms Mandy Fung

    Ms Mandy Fung

    Mandy 是一位充滿熱誠的芝士及酒類教育工作者及愛好者,積極推廣來自歐洲各國的芝士及松露產品,以及由世界各地、尤其東歐的小型酒莊葡萄酒佳釀。她透過走訪芝士製作坊、酒莊及清酒酒藏累積第一手實務經驗,並結合感官分析專業訓練,於各類芝士、葡萄酒及清酒配對課程與工作坊中分享所學。Mandy 為香港少數同時擁有 Academy of Cheese Level 1 及 Level 2 認證的芝士講師,現為 HKU SPACE 兼任教師。她具備嚴謹的感官訓練背景,並持有 WSET 葡萄酒及烈酒三級、WSET 清酒三級,WSET啤酒二級,JSA 國際清酒文憑 ,SSI 國際日本酒匠及酒學講師 ,以及中國白酒高級品鑑師資格。

  • 06Jun 2026 (Sat)15:45 - 16:45

    From Fragrant Wisdom to Soulful Harmony: Master the Tao of Incense in Daily Life

    Type of Event
    In-person Attendance
    Venue
    Room 610, 6/F, United Centre, 95 Queensway, Hong Kong (Exit D, Admiralty MTR Station)
    Speaker
    • Mr Steve Cheung ;
    • Ms Eva Chan

    Mr Steve Cheung

    Mr Cheung is a dedicated practitioner and expert in the fields of traditional incense art and holistic well-being. With a wealth of teaching experience and profound knowledge, he currently serves as a tutor for HKU SPACE courses and as a master for the "Chinese Traditional Culture Promotion Association." In addition, he holds the position of The Chief Shingon Buddhist Guru at the "Universal Brightness Esoteric Buddhist Seminary"

    Ms Eva Chan

    Ms Chan is an experienced instructor and therapist, specializing in the art of Tao of Incense and promoting holistic well-being. She is a tutor and Shingon Buddhist Guru for the "Chinese Traditional Culture Promotion Association" and the "Universal Brightness Esoteric Buddhist Seminary".

Profession Development

Languages & Culture

  • 06Jun 2026 (Sat)11:00 - 12:00

    Speak Like a Native - Gain Confidence with Fluent English

    Type of Event
    In-person Attendance
    Venue
    Room 603, 6/F, United Centre, 95 Queensway, Hong Kong (Exit D, Admiralty MTR Station)
    Speaker
    • Mr Peter Brokenshire (British English elocution and accent reduction trainer)

    Mr Peter Brokenshire

    Mr Peter Brokenshire, British English elocution and accent reduction trainer, was raised in Malaya and educated in England. He graduated in Classics (Latin and Ancient Greek) and joined the British Army, first in the infantry and then as an intelligence analyst, and met his wife in Hong Kong in 1982. He was then self-employed in sales and IT, and gained a BSc in Natural Sciences and an MSc in e-Commerce. He then worked for the Department for Transport in IT procurement, negotiating and managing large data management, IT services and software development contracts. In 2012 he returned to the Far East and teaches English and elocution in various tertiary education institutes in China and Hong Kong. His interests include languages, history, natural sciences and fish keeping. Students will be impressed by his sense of humour and dynamic teaching methods.

  • 06Jun 2026 (Sat)14:00 - 15:00

    Bridging the Linguistic Gap: How Hongkongers Navigate Between Written and Spoken Language

    Type of Event
    In-person Attendance
    Venue
    Room 602, 6/F, United Centre, 95 Queensway, Hong Kong (Exit D, Admiralty MTR Station)
    Speaker
    • Ms Cheung Lai Yin ( )

    Ms Cheung Lai Yin

    Born in Hong Kong, Ms Cheung received a Bachelor of Arts from Jinan University (Guangzhou) in 1982, a Master of Philosophy from the University of Hong Kong in 1989, and a Postgraduate Diploma in Education from The Chinese University of Hong Kong in 2003. She previously served as Professional Consultant and Deputy Programme Director at the Putonghua Education Research and Development Centre, The Chinese University of Hong Kong. With many years of experience in Chinese language and linguistics education and research, Ms Cheung maintains a strong interest in sociolinguistic phenomena and specialises in Cantonese dialect studies, with particular emphasis on comparative research between Cantonese and Putonghua.

  • 06Jun 2026 (Sat)14:00 - 15:00

    Fascination of German Language and Culture

    Type of Event
    In-person Attendance
    Venue
    Room 603, 6/F, United Centre, 95 Queensway, Hong Kong (Exit D, Admiralty MTR Station)
    Speaker
    • Mr Wallace Ma (Programme Director, HKU SPACE Deputy Leader (European Languages), Centre for Language Education and Assessment)

    Mr Wallace Ma

    Mr Wallace Ma has completed his Master’s Degree at the Westfälische Wilhelms-Universität Münster, Germany. He has extensive experience in teaching German language and and managing related cultural programmes at different schools, universities and institutions in Hong Kong. He is devoted to multilingual education and the promotion of cultural diversity in Hong Kong.

  • 06Jun 2026 (Sat)14:00 - 16:00

    TOEFL iBT® - Unlock Your Global Future

    Type of Event
    In-person Attendance
    Venue
    Room 304, 3/F, Admiralty Centre, 18 Harcourt Road, Hong Kong (access via the shopping arcade escalators through Exit A, Admiralty MTR Station)
    Speaker
    • Ms Linlin JU (Business Director, ETS Greater China) ;
    • Ms Sumin Lai, (B2B Marketing Director, ETS Greater China)

    Ms Linlin JU

    Ms Sumin Lai,

  • 06Jun 2026 (Sat)15:45 - 16:45

    Visual Beats: Storytelling Through Music Videos & Imagery

    Type of Event
    Hybrid (In-person & Online Attendance)
    Venue
    Room 306, 3/F, Admiralty Centre, 18 Harcourt Road, Admiralty, HK (access via the shopping arcade escalators through Exit A, Admiralty MTR Station)
    Online Platform
    HKU SPACE YouTube Channel
    Speaker
    • Mr Welby Chung (Founder & Director of Crossfade Creative, Award-winning MV Director and Animator)

    Mr Welby Chung

    Welby Chung (VJ Welby) is an award-winning director specialising in music videos, animation, and advertising. A graduate of Hong Kong Polytechnic University's School of Design, he began his career in animation and art direction in 1996. . His acclaimed works have earned prestigious recognitions including a Golden Melody Award nomination (Taiwan, 2008), Hong Kong Digital Entertainment Excellence Award (2007), and awards at international film festivals in Hong Kong, Taiwan, Japan, and South Korea. As founder of Crossfade Creative, Welby has expanded his creative vision across commercials, music videos, and graphic design since 2008. With a background in dance and VJ performance, he has collaborated with top artists like G.E.M., Julian Cheung, Raymond Lam, and Chrissie Chau, blending dynamic visuals with compelling storytelling. His multidisciplinary expertise continues to shape Hong Kong's vibrant creative scene.

  • 06Jun 2026 (Sat)15:45 - 16:45

    Language Awareness × Chinese Language Learning: New Perspectives on Early Childhood Language Development

    Type of Event
    Hybrid (In-person & Online Attendance)
    Venue
    Room 312, 3/F, Admiralty Centre, 18 Harcourt Road, Admiralty, HK (access via the shopping arcade escalators through Exit A, Admiralty MTR Station)
    Online Platform
    HKU SPACE YouTube Channel
    Speaker
    • Dr Lam Cheuk Yi Zoe (Lecturer, HKU SPACE)

    Dr Lam Cheuk Yi Zoe

    Dr Lam Cheuk Yi is currently a College Lecturer at the Centre for Language and Assessment, HKU School of Professional and Continuing Education. She holds teaching qualifications in early childhood education in Hong Kong and Canada, special education in Hong Kong, and is an internationally registered Montessori teacher. She earned her EdD and MEd from The Education University of Hong Kong, graduating with distinction and receiving the Dean’s Honours List, and has been repeatedly awarded the “Commendation for Teacher (Hong Kong)” by the Education Bureau. Dr Lam has taught bachelor’s and master’s programmes at several universities and has served as a teaching practicum supervisor, guest lecturer, and research consultant, with over ten years of teaching and administrative experience in early childhood and special education. She has also authored journal articles, newspaper columns, and books. Her research focuses on language proficiency and language awareness, the home literacy environment, positive psychology and well-being, and supporting the learning needs of children from diverse socioeconomic backgrounds.

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