Hong Kong’s creative vibe fuels youth entrepreneurship at Tatler Gen.T Summit

HONG KONG SAR –News Direct– Hong Kong Tourism Board

HONG KONG SAR – Media Awareness – November 13, 2023 – Bringing together an unusual mix of business leaders, technology company founders, style icons and cultural trendsetters, the Tatler Gen.T Summit was held for the first time in Hong Kong on November 9 and 10. The summit facilitated rich conversations and brought together Asia’s most influential young leaders in the fields of Web3 and AI, technology, arts, culture and sports, humanities, catering and much more, to open up new possibilities. The success of the first event marked an optimistic start to the event’s planned three years in Hong Kong.

Kenneth Wong, Managing Director, MICE & Cruise of the Hong Kong Tourism Board (HKTB), remarked: “Hong Kong proves to be absolutely the best-suited destination to launch an event like this that aims to spark new ideas, as the city is full of enthusiasm and energy. Similar to what the event hopes to pursue – new possibilities for growth, the city is constantly moving forward with new developments. Together with Brand Hong Kong, the HKTB is delighted to organize this innovation festival to add momentum to the city’s MICE tourism recovery and foster youth development, which is in line with the Hong Kong government’s objectives. HKSAR. efforts.”

Innovative event format inspiring new perspectives

The Tatler Gen.T Summit took place at M+, one of the largest contemporary art museums in the world, which fits the ideal of the event: to inspire new ways of thinking, doing and leading . More than 300 of Asia’s most promising young leaders rubbed shoulders with some of Asia’s most influential entrepreneurs, investors and institutional leaders, such as Steve Chen, co-founder of YouTube, Binod Chaudhary, chairman of CG Global Corp and Datuk Nicol Ann David, record-breaking squash champion, to gain a renewed sense of purpose, a stronger network and thought-provoking ideas. Topics on entrepreneurship, culture and restaurants are designed to help ambitious young leaders launch, grow and accelerate their businesses in Hong Kong and Greater China.

Tamara Lamunière, Founder of Tatler Gen.T said: “Hong Kong is full of energy with a mantra of growth, while having a strong business and investment environment. This aligns perfectly with the values Tatler Gen.T was built on: to inspire, energize and connect leaders across Asia. I look forward to growing with Tatler’s community of influential entrepreneurs and helping to support Hong Kong’s stature as a global meeting place, as well as a premier destination for talent acquisition, professional exchanges and business growth.

Hong Kong’s attractiveness accentuated by diverse local experiences

Apart from a highly curated speaker program encouraging scintillating discussions and sharing, the Tatler Gen.T Summit also featured an equally well-designed leisure program enabling delegates to witness business successes infused with the cultural essence of Hong Kong. Kong.

Steve Chen, a speaker at the Tatler Gen.T Summit, said: “I am very excited to participate in this major event in Hong Kong, a global business hub with a vibrant startup ecosystem, and to gain a deeper insight of this dynamic city. from the city’s eccentric nightlife, the ecological diversity and revitalization tours gave everyone a privileged experience of building a business from Hong Kong’s unique heritage, nature and culture.

The only billionaire in Nepal, Binod Chaudharysaid: “It was exciting to meet some of Asia’s most influential young leaders in Hong Kong. This growing city is not only perfect for developing business, but it is also dynamic and offers endless possibilities. With its dynamic mix of ideas, cultures and languages, I can see why Hong Kong’s diverse talent pool is growing.

Hong Kong Tourism Board

The Hong Kong Tourism Board (HKTB) is a government-subsidized organization. Operating 15 offices around the world and representative offices in seven different markets, its core mission is to maximize tourism’s social and economic contribution to the Hong Kong community and consolidate the city’s position as a class destination. worldwide. The HKTB works closely with the government, the travel industry and other partners to promote Hong Kong worldwide, expand the range of tourism products and raise service standards, as well as improve the experience of visitors during their stay.

Tatler Asia

Tatler Asia, Asia’s leading luxury media company, is celebrating its 46th anniversary this year. Its mission is to build, inspire and empower Asia’s most influential communities through the power of unparalleled storytelling, iconic brands and innovative creative concepts. Tatler is present in eight markets in Asia and is owned by the Lamunière family.

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