Global Market Transformation – from Silver to Gold
Day 1 (Fri)
Schedule
11:00 am
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12:15 pm
Summit Stage
English
Global Market Transformation – from Silver to Gold
Simultaneous interpretations are available for this session.
Abstract
The global landscape is witnessing a shift from a ‘Silver Economy’ to a ‘Golden Age Economy’, propelled by the increasing purchasing power and changing preferences of the ageing demographic. How can Hong Kong and Asia seize this transformative opportunity? This forum will showcase emerging business paradigms, investment patterns, and corporate strategies specifically designed to address the dynamic demands and aspirations of Golden Age consumers worldwide.
Guest of Honour
Dr the Honourable LAM Ching Choi, SBS, JP
Non-official Member, Executive Council, HKSAR Government
CEO, Haven of Hope Christian Service
Dr Lam is a specialist in paediatric and community medicine and is currently Chief Executive Officer of Haven of Hope Christian Service.
With his extensive knowledge of local public health policies and services, Dr Lam has sat on multiple statutory and advisory bodies. He is a non-official member of the Executive Council of the HKSAR Government. He also serves as the Chairman of the Advisory Committee on Mental Health, the Council for Carbon Neutrality & Sustainable Development, the Steering Committee on Review of Manpower for Healthcare Services in Residential Care Homes, the Healthcare & Wellness Training Board of the Vocational Training Council, the Industry Training Advisory Committee of Elderly Care Service and the Independent Commission Against Corruption Complaints Committee.
He is also a member of the Green Technology & Finance Development Committee, Advisory Panel on Silver Economy as well as the Supervisory Board and Nominating Committee of the Hong Kong Housing Society to provide advice to the government on various policies.
Dr Lam was honoured by the HKSAR Government with the Justice of Peace in 2003 and Silver Bauhinia Star in 2019. In 2018, apart from receiving Honorary Fellowship from Lingnan University, he also received the Ageing Asia Global Ageing Influencer Award (Special Recognitions) in recognition of his devotion to public services and his influence on policy-making for the global ageing trend.
With his extensive knowledge of local public health policies and services, Dr Lam has sat on multiple statutory and advisory bodies. He is a non-official member of the Executive Council of the HKSAR Government. He also serves as the Chairman of the Advisory Committee on Mental Health, the Council for Carbon Neutrality & Sustainable Development, the Steering Committee on Review of Manpower for Healthcare Services in Residential Care Homes, the Healthcare & Wellness Training Board of the Vocational Training Council, the Industry Training Advisory Committee of Elderly Care Service and the Independent Commission Against Corruption Complaints Committee.
He is also a member of the Green Technology & Finance Development Committee, Advisory Panel on Silver Economy as well as the Supervisory Board and Nominating Committee of the Hong Kong Housing Society to provide advice to the government on various policies.
Dr Lam was honoured by the HKSAR Government with the Justice of Peace in 2003 and Silver Bauhinia Star in 2019. In 2018, apart from receiving Honorary Fellowship from Lingnan University, he also received the Ageing Asia Global Ageing Influencer Award (Special Recognitions) in recognition of his devotion to public services and his influence on policy-making for the global ageing trend.
Panelist
Ms Elsa WONG
Managing Director, NEC Hong Kong Limited
Ms. Elsa Wong is the Managing Director of NEC Hong Kong Limited, covering business in Hong Kong, Macao and GBA. As a leader of information and communications technology, NEC's areas of expertise include biometric technology, artificial intelligence, public safety, smart city solutions, intelligent transportation, cloud computing, network communication systems as well as storage systems. Elsa brings competitive advantages to the organization in terms of innovative technology research and development. She has more than 25 years of experience in the IT industry and successfully replicating the business outside of Hong Kong and Macao.
She holds a degree in Mechatronic Engineering, a master degree in Computer Science and an EMBA (HKUST Kellogg).
She holds a degree in Mechatronic Engineering, a master degree in Computer Science and an EMBA (HKUST Kellogg).
Mr Joe SHAM Ka Hung
CEO of VR Management Ltd
Mr. SHAM Ka Hung, Joe is the Chief Executive Officer of VR Management Limited. He specializes in aged care and healthcare and has extensive experiences in service planning, development, and monitoring. He commits to the development and operation of various senior citizen residential care facilities in Hong Kong and Mainland China which aims to better facilitate users’ livelihood using trans-disciplinary intervention.
With his passion and courage to develop innovative ideas in elder care, Joe was the first practitioner who received both the “Global Ageing trailblazer award” in 2018 and “Global Ageing Influencer award” in 2024. The teams under his leadership have championed more than 60 accolades on innovative elderly care services throughout the years.
With his passion and courage to develop innovative ideas in elder care, Joe was the first practitioner who received both the “Global Ageing trailblazer award” in 2018 and “Global Ageing Influencer award” in 2024. The teams under his leadership have championed more than 60 accolades on innovative elderly care services throughout the years.
Mr Roberto Z ZOZOBRADO
CEO, Philippine Retirement Authority (PRA)
Roberto Zamora ZOZOBRADO is a seasoned tourism veteran with extensive corporate and academic achievements in the Philippines. His expertise spans the tourism industry, with leadership roles at Hyatt Regency Manila, Thomas Cook, and airlines. Zozobrado also held prestigious industry positions, such as PR Consultant for Macau, Chairman of PATA Philippines, and President of the Tourism Congress of the Philippines. Alongside teaching at institutions like St Scholastica's College and LPU, he has received numerous industry and teaching awards. Zozobrado currently serves as CEO of the Philippine Retirement Authority and Board Member of the Israel Chamber of Commerce. He is a national columnist sharing his expertise weekly.
Facilitator
Ms Jasmine LEE Shun Yi
Managing Partner, EY Hong Kong and Macau
Jasmine oversees all aspects of business operations for EY in Hong Kong and Macau. With more than 25 years of experience in the professional services profession, she has been featured in a wide range of media and is a frequent speaker at public events.
Jasmine is active in public service and has been appointed by the Hong Kong SAR Government to various advisory bodies. She is a member of the Airport Transport Licensing Authority, a panel member of the Resolution Compensation Tribunal, and a panel member of the Film Censorship Advisers. Additionally, Jasmine is the Vice President and Honorary Secretary of the Association of Women Accountants. She also holds Council Member positions at the Hong Kong Institute of Certified Public Accountants, the SMART Accountants Association, and the Hong Kong Management Association.
Jasmine is active in public service and has been appointed by the Hong Kong SAR Government to various advisory bodies. She is a member of the Airport Transport Licensing Authority, a panel member of the Resolution Compensation Tribunal, and a panel member of the Film Censorship Advisers. Additionally, Jasmine is the Vice President and Honorary Secretary of the Association of Women Accountants. She also holds Council Member positions at the Hong Kong Institute of Certified Public Accountants, the SMART Accountants Association, and the Hong Kong Management Association.