Opening Keynote – The Honourable Bernard Charnwut Chan, GBM, GBS, JP – Chairman and President , Asia Financial Holdings Limited

ULI Hong Kong is delighted to announce that Bernard Chan GBM, GBS, JP, Chairman and President of Asia Financial Holdings Limited, will be the opening keynote speaker for the ULI Hong Kong Conference on October 23, 2024.

Bernard needs no introduction: he is a well-known and respected figure who has dedicated his career to serving Hong Kong and has been active at the most senior levels in the private sector, in government, and in the third sector, making him uniquely placed to comment on Hong Kong’s future trajectory and development. The list of bodies he chairs speaks for itself in its contribution to Hong Kong’s continued revitalisation, as Chairman of M+ Museum, Vice Chairman of West Kowloon Cultural District Authority, Chairman of Tai Kwun Culture & Arts Co Ltd, and Chair of the Advisory Committee on Revitalizing Historical Buildings among many others.

In his keynote address, Bernard Chan will challenge the audience and the city to embrace change emerging from crisis, and the role of the private sector in creating and capitalizing on new opportunities. His insights and perspectives are sure to spark thought-provoking discussions and inspire the audience to embrace the changes shaping Hong Kong's future.