FinEx Club Professional Committees
(alphabetical order)
Unparalleled Powerhouse and Collective Masterminds Driving
Innovation, Excellence and Industry Collaboration
The Financial Executive Club is a vibrant community of top-tier industry leaders across key functions in finance, risk management, investment, banking, operations, and beyond. We have formed theme-based Committees as below, and we're looking forward to welcoming more industry experts to join our Committees as esteemed panelists.
Asset Servicing Committee
Chair: Mr. Lawrence Au
Ex Asia CEO BNP Paribas Securities Services & Northern Trust
Connect leaders and experts from custody, settlements, fund administration, transfer agency.
Key Advocacy: Innovation in post-trade processing and safekeeping solutions, ensuring seamless integration of technology for secure and cost-effective asset lifecycle management
DCM and IPO Committee
Co-Chair: Mr. Simon Tung
Deloitte Audit Partner and Bond Issuance Expert
We connect professionals from auditing, debt issuance, IPO and equity financing space.
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Key Advocacy: Providing market insights and professional knowledge sharing of debt and equity financing strategies.
Deal Valuation & Merger Acquisition Committee
Co-Chair: Thomas Leung
KPMG Partner, Deal Advisory, Valuation & Modelling
We connect professionals and corporate leaders from business strategy, consulting sector and advisory firms, etc.
Key Advocacy: Promoting best practices and professional knowledge sharing of deal valuation methodologies and the dynamics of global M&A market.
ESG and Sustainability Committee
Chair: Announcing Soon
We connect leaders and experts from diverse sectors to advance sustainable practices.
Key Advocacy: Promoting ESG integration, green finance, transparent reporting, and sustainable supply chains to drive environmental responsibility, social impact, and governance excellence in global financial systems.
Events Organising Committee
Chair: Mr. Andrew Chan
- Risk Executive and Management Team, FinEx Club
- Board Governor of Hong Kong Institute of Internal Auditors
- Chairman (2022) of Chartered Accountants Australia and New Zealand Hong Kong Council
We are dedicated to creating transformative impact in the financial sector through high-caliber events, including webinars and seminars, designed to empower our members and prospective members.
Andrew brings extensive expertise to FinEx Club, with a proven track record of orchestrating successful, high-impact business events.
FinTech and DeFi Committee
Chair: Mr. Jame DiBiaSio
- Media entrepreneur & Authur
- Founder of AsianInvestor & JDBAdvisors
- Emeritus Member of the FinTech Association of Hong Kong
Connect financial technologists and decentralised finance practitioners.
Key Advocacy: Adoption of Fintech innovations and integration of cutting edge technologies with traditional finance.
Financial Markets Committee
Co-Chairs: Mr. Ken Cheung and Mr. Timothy Chan
Ken: Ex Chief Asian FX Strategist at Mizuho
Tim: Head of Global Markets Sales at Top-tier Chinese Bank
We connect FM/GM leaders from banking and global markets to drive collaboration.
Key Advocacy: Promoting innovative, transparent solutions for stable global markets, addressing challenges amid volatility and geopolitical turbulence.
Global Fund Management Committee
Chair: Mr. Markus Seidler
Ex Head of Private Credits and Senior Portfolio Manager of multi-billion AUM portfolios at AIA Investment Management
We connect Fund Managers from around the globe.
Key Advocacy: Promoting responsible investing, risk management, transparency, and innovative strategies to enhance portfolio performance, financial inclusion, and sustainable growth in global fund management.
Global Insurance and Investors Committee
Chair: Announcing soon
We connect experienced practitioners and senior executives in globally leading insurance and asset managers.
Key Advocacy: Promoting advanced and sophisticated investment and financial risk management solutions for insurers and institutional investors, and uniting industry leaders in ALM, Investment and Financial Modelling, Strategic Asset Allocations and Financial Risk Management.
Global Risk Management & Governance Committee
Chair: Mr. Jeffrey Lovern
- Group Chief Risk Officer, Principal Financial Group
Connect risk and compliance professionals from corporations, financial institutions, asset managements, pension and retirement.
Key Advocacy: Promoting best-in-class and innovative risk management methodologies and corporate governance solutions, navigating global market volatility and geopolitical uncertainties.
Global Transaction Banking Committee
Chair: Mr. Biswajyoti Upadhyay (BJ)
- Senior Advisor, FinEx Club
- Ex Managing Director & Regional Head at Standard Chartered
Connect leaders and experts from Cash Management & Payments; Trade Finance and Working Capital Management; Treasury Services and Digital Platforms and Connectivity.
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Key Advocacy: Digital transformation, financial inclusion, regulatory compliance, sustainability, cost efficiency, risk mitigation, and global connectivity.
Global Treasury Committee
Chair: Mr. Byron Gardiner
Group Treasurer and Ex Global Head of Treasury Solutions and Advisory at Standard Chartered
We connect Treasurers from banks, corporations, and financial institutions to foster collaboration in treasury management.
Key Advocacy: Promoting innovative financial strategies, leveraging AI and blockchain for enhanced liquidity, risk management, and operational efficiency.
Rising HK CIO Committee
Chair: Mr. Dennis Luk
Chief Investment Officer, YF Insurance Group
We connect Hong Kong’s investment leaders.
Key Advocacy: Promoting RBC-compliant investment strategies and advanced ALM for insurance portfolios, emphasizing capital-efficient assets, AI-driven risk modeling, and green finance to enhance returns, ensure solvency, and navigate regulatory and geopolitical complexities.
Industry Award Vetting Committee
Chair: Mr. Lawrence Au
Ex Asia CEO BNP Paribas Securities Services & Northern Trust​
Award Winner:
- Industry Legend Award” (2023) from Global Custodian
- Lifetime Achievement Award (2016) from Asia Asset Management
- Vice Chancellor Alumni Excellence Award (2020) from The University of Queensland
We unite recognized industry experts and key contributors from banking and financial markets to ensure rigorous, transparent award evaluations.
Key Advocacy: Honoring excellence by identifying and celebrating impactful innovations and leadership that shape the future of global finance.
Private Markets Committee
Chair: Ms. Shannon Chow
Managing Director and Head of Solutions, Greater China at Hamilton Lane
We connect leaders from asset management, banking and private markets to foster collaboration.
Key Advocacy: Advancing innovative, transparent private market solutions—encompassing private equity, credit, real assets, and alternatives—now central to portfolios, meeting client needs amid global volatility and geopolitical challenges.
Professional Development Committee
Co-Chair: Mr. Dicky Lee
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Dicky is CFO of Elitestek Semiconductor Group; ACCA HK Committee Member and Co-Chair of several Sub-Committees; Consultant at EdUHK; EMBA LBS and Columbia U​
We connect professionals and leaders from diverse industries to foster innovative collaborations and career development.
Key Advocacy: Empowering continuous learning, career advancement, and inclusive professional growth for all young and professional members.