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Hong Kong’s role as a global trade hub presents SMEs with immense opportunities, yet cross-border expansion brings various complexities, even for the most ambitious businesses. Airwallex's recent study reveals that 75% of Hong Kong cross-border SMEs plan to increase overseas activities, yet many struggle with foreign transactions, limited resources, and knowledge gaps. So, how can businesses turn these obstacles into opportunities for growth?

Join this event to discover the findings of Airwallex’s latest study report, “Distinctive Paths to Unlocking Global Commerce: Navigating Cross-Border Trade for Hong Kong SMEs.” Benefit from insights into the challenges and strategies of overseas expansion and payment, identify SME archetypes with unique needs and enable tailored solutions for international success.

This is also an opportunity to forge connections that could shape your growth in global commerce!

Agenda
● Welcome Remarks
● Airwallex Study Sharing: Distinctive Paths to Unlocking Global Commerce for Hong Kong SMEs
● Fireside Chat on “Unlocking Global Commerce” with Ms. Angela Lee, Chairman of the HKGCC SME Committee
● Networking Reception

Why Attend?
● Key insights from Airwallex: Discover findings from their latest study on cross-border SMEs, addressing their challenges and opportunities in global expansion, including operational and payment challenges, resource and knowledge gaps, and the distinct needs of different SME archetypes.
● Fireside Sparks: Join Ms. Angela Lee and Airwallex’s SME leader as they share real-world experiences, emerging trends and practical solutions for international expansion.
● Networking session with industry peers: Connect with fellow business leaders representing various business archetypes, expand your professional network and exchange targeted advice during our interactive networking session.

About Airwallex
Airwallex is a leading global financial platform for modern businesses, offering trusted solutions to manage everything from payments, treasury, and spending management to embedded finance. With our proprietary infrastructure, Airwallex removes the friction from global payments and financial operations, empowering businesses of all sizes to unlock new opportunities and expand beyond borders. Proudly founded in Melbourne, Airwallex supports over 150,000 businesses globally and is trusted by brands such as Brex, Rippling, Navan, Qantas, SHEIN and many more. For more information, visit https://www.airwallex.com/hk.

DISCLAIMER
Speakers' presentations at this event are intended for educational purposes only and do not replace independent professional judgment. Statements of fact and opinions expressed during this event are those of the speakers and participants and, unless expressly stated to the contrary, are not the opinion or position of the Hong Kong General Chamber of Commerce, its members, or its committees. The Chamber does not endorse or approve, and assumes no responsibility for, the content, accuracy or completeness of the information presented. Attendees should note that, with the approval of speakers, this event may be recorded, and possibly published on the Chamber's website in audio and/or video formats without further notice.

Recording, duplication or distribution of the contents of the online event is prohibited without prior written permission from the Chamber.

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Speaker(s)

Nick Chiu

Head of Sales, SME & Growth, Hong Kong, Airwallex

Nick Chiu is the Head of Sales, SME & Growth at Airwallex, a leading global financial platform for modern businesses. Nick leads the commercial sales and business operations for Airwallex in Hong Kong, focusing on business development, partnerships, and acquisition strategies.

Nick served as the Deputy General Manager in Hong Kong for SHOPLINE, one of the largest direct-to-consumer (DTC) e-commerce platforms. Before this, he led the Asia expansion efforts for a multinational SaaS company as Head of Commercial. Nick possesses a deep understanding of Asian markets and has extensive experience in developing and implementing strategies. He has a proven track record of successfully expanding into new markets through adept cross-country management of his team across various functions.

Nick obtained his MSc in Economics from the University of Warwick and a BBA in Economics from the Hong Kong University of Science and Technology.

Angela Lee, BBS, JP

Chairman, SME Committee, HKGCC

Founder & Chairperson, Laboratory JaneClare Ltd

Ms. Angela Lee Wai Yin is the founder and chairperson of the JaneClare brand. She established JaneClare in 2003 and took on the role of Managing Director in 2012. In addition to being a renowned international lawyer, Angela is also a certified traditional Chinese medicine dietary therapist, as well as an Honorary Fellow awarded by The Professional Validation Council of Hong Kong Industries.

Over more than 20 years of JaneClare brand development, Angela has successfully combined traditional wisdom with innovative research to create 100% Hong Kong-made, pure, and safe skincare solutions.

During her time as a lawyer, she became the first female international partner from Hong Kong at the globally renowned law firm Baker McKenzie. She also chaired the firm's Global Real Estate Practice Group and led the real estate teams in both the Mainland and Hong Kong. She was named Best Real Estate Lawyer in Hong Kong by international publications such as "Who's Who of the Law," "Asia Pacific Legal 500," and "Asia Law Leading Lawyers Survey." Angela has also served as a China-appointed Attesting Officer.

Angela has held significant public service positions, including her roles as a member of the Hong Kong Housing Authority and Chairperson of its Tender Committee, as well as serving on the Standing Commission on Civil Service Salaries and Conditions of Service, the Law Reform Commission, and as an Executive Committee member of the Hong Kong Catholic Marriage Advisory Council.

In 2003, she was appointed Justice of the Peace by the Chief Executive and was awarded the Bronze Bauhinia Star from the Hong Kong SAR Government in 2007. She was named Honorary Permanent Chairperson of the Hong Kong Baptist University Foundation in 2018.
Language English
Date and Time 2025/07/10 17:00 to 18:30
Venue Chamber Theatre, 22/F United Centre
Media Closed to media
Enquiries Hannah Hui
Tel: 28231220
Email: hhui@chamber.org.hk
Fee Free of Charge
Notes - Bookings are only confirmed upon receipt of payment, on a first come first served basis.
- Booking transfer is allowed for corporate members with advanced notice, walk-ins are normally not accepted.
- The Chamber reserves the right to decline any booking or cancel the event. In such case, a full refund of the participation fee will be issued.
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