Mr. Nelson Yip devotes much of his energy to improving the lives of people with disabilities. He was one of the founders of the NGO Hong Kong Rehabilitation Power in 1995, making Hong Kong into a barrier-free international city, and he subsequently founded the Unleash Foundation in 2012 to help ethnic minorities realise their full potential.

Nelson is also a business strategy consultant to start-ups, public organisations and firms transitioning to efficient and sustainable business models. He founded the China Hong Kong Culture Exchange Association, encouraging hundreds of cultural ambassadors to embrace diversity, and discover and nurture collaboration in the Greater Bay Area, promoting shared values across cultures.

Nelson’s enthusiasm for horse-riding made him the torchbearer and first qualified representative of Hong Kong, China, in the Paralympic equestrian events at the 2008 Beijing Olympic Games. He was awarded the Medal of Honour by the HKSAR Government for his remarkable achievements.

Forte Fung is an AI entrepreneur and technology innovator with a deep-rooted passion for venture capital and blockchain research. Having contributed significantly to Hong Kong’s startup ecosystem during his tenure with the Alibaba Entrepreneurs Fund, Forte has been instrumental in supporting numerous startups and fostering a vibrant entrepreneurial community.

In 2020, Forte transitioned from his role as an investor to become the founder of MotoNerv Limited. MotoNerv leverages AI to transform visual data into actionable insights, driving advancements in smart mobility and smart city technologies. The company has earned accolades and recognition internationally for its innovative solutions.

Forte’s journey also includes being a founding member of Taobao Livestreaming, a pioneering platform that blended e-commerce with livestreaming, enhancing consumer engagement and setting industry benchmarks.

Committed to continuous learning and innovation, Forte’s work is characterized by a thoughtful and strategic approach to technology and leadership. His contributions to AI and blockchain research highlight his dedication to pushing the boundaries of what’s possible.

Forte holds a Master of Science in Marketing from City University of Hong Kong and a Bachelor of Business Administration (Hons) in Business Management from Hong Kong Metropolitan University.

Jill Kong is the co-founder of Beetales, a social enterprise dedicated to bee conservation and sustainability. She is recognised for her commitment to preserving bee populations and promoting responsible resource usage, making a significant impact on the environment.

Her visionary approach was highlighted when she pitched at the Impact Auction during Creative Collision 2023, an event that proved to be a turning point for Beetales.

This experience led to crucial connections, particularly with the HKEX Foundation, and opened up new opportunities for her enterprise. She continues to share her insights and knowledge through various platforms.

Ivan is the manager of HKMU Research Development and Consultancy Limited, as well as an organisational psychologist, engineer, author, and startup angel investor.

He is the co-founder of Nanyang Angelz, an angel network focused in making impact investments into startups with vision to make the world a better place and Corporate Disruptors Forum (CDF), an international platform that engages startup and corporates in corporate innovation.

Ivan offers a unique perspective into finding the gems in startups, through his experience as a pharmaceutical production engineer in understanding technology and as an organizational psychologist in building culturally strong founding teams.

Ivan volunteers as the Head of Global Social Responsibility Initiatives with the European Mentoring & Coaching Council (EMCC) & an appointed International Partner with the World Business Angel Forum (WBAF) in 2020.

A big fan of languages, he speaks 7 languages and is a member of The International Association of Hyperpolyglots (HYPIA).