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Join us for an exclusive Fintech Showcase on 25 April, jointly presented by the Chamber and Fintech Association of Hong Kong!

We've curated an engaging panel discussion featuring leading FinTech innovators specializing in solutions in robo-advisory, alternative investments, B2B wealth tech that are shaping the future of wealth management. Discover what brought about these cutting-edge platforms, gain valuable insights into how technology is reshaping wealth management, and uncover fresh opportunities to harness digital financial tools for business growth. We will wrap up with a casual networking session.

Our expert speakers include:

- Zak Allom, CEO, BetaSmartz;
- Simon Wong, CEO, Fund Kernel; and
- Kevin Li, General Manager and Head of Hong Kong, Syfe

Don’t miss your chance to connect directly with industry pioneers, ask questions, and exchange perspectives on the exciting evolution and prospects of financial technology as HK presses ahead as a leading international financial hub.

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.

Speaker(s)

Mr Zak Allom
CEO, BetaSmartz

Zak Allom is CEO and Co-Founder of BetaSmartz, a global B2B wealth & asset management solutions platform. Zak has spent the last 28 years in financial services, starting his career as an equites trader in London in 1997. He has specialized in the wealth and asset management sector for the last 20+ years, co-founding a European wealth & asset management business in the early 2000s, having previous worked with a Swiss private client manager. Zak moved to Hong Kong in 2009, launching BetaSmartz in 2017.

Mr Kevin Li
General Manager and Head of Hong Kong, Syfe

Kevin Li is the General Manager and Head of Hong Kong at Syfe, one of the largest Digital Investment platforms in APAC with a mission to democratize institutional-level investment solutions. As the responsible officer for the SFC and MPFA licenses, he leads Syfe's business expansion in Hong Kong. Kevin Li is also appointed as the Co-Chair of the Invest and Wealthtech Committee of the Fintech Association of Hong Kong, responsible for fostering the rapid development of the sector.

Prior to joining Syfe, Kevin was the APAC Head of Digital Engagement at Schroders Investment Management. He is experienced in driving digital business strategy, fintech alliances and strategic joint venture developments. He has been instrumental in leading digital wealth advisory partnerships with banks and robo-advisors. He has also led the development of young professionals through his role as an advisory board member of the Greater Bay Area Fintech Talent Initiative.

Earlier in his career, Kevin was a Digital Transformation Leader at McKinsey & Co driving large-scale business transformation and growth. He also had extensive cross-industry consulting experience at Deloitte and Accenture.

Mr Simon Wong
CEO, Fund Kernel

Simon Wong is a seasoned Fintech executive with a long and successful track record of designing, developing, and implementing award-winning Fintech solutions across multiple disciplines.

Over the past 15 years, Simon has worked with numerous Fintech firms, including:

FundKernel, an SaaS platform for alternative funds;
ERI Banking Software, a Swiss-based core banking technology provider;
AGDelta, a Singaporean wealth-tech solutions developer; and
SuperDerivatives, a Fintech company that offered cloud-based pricing and risk analytics for options and structured products.

Simon also serves as Chair of the Fintech Committee with the Fund Administrator Association of the Greater Bay Area.

Language

English

Date and Time

2025/04/25 16:30 to 17:30

Venue

Chamber Theatre, 22/F United Centre

Media

Closed to media

Enquiries

Michael Lam
Tel: 28231242
Email: michael@chamber.org.hk

Fee

Members @ HK$130 / Non-Members @ HK$260
+$50 for booking offline
This event accepts Chamber Coupon (terms and conditions)
Members enjoy 30% discount with BOC HKGCC VISA Card

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.
- No refund will be made for last minute cancellations or no-shows. If the booking is cancelled at least 3 days before the event, and in such cases the refund will be subjected to a 10% administration fee, or HK$100 deduction, whichever is higher.
- Members paying with their BOC HKGCC Visa Card will enjoy a 30% discount on their reservation. The discount is only applicable to the card holder, and does not extend to their guests. The discount cannot be used in conjunction with Chamber Coupons.
- A $50 handling fee per person will be charged for all offline bookings (e.g. fax, e-mail, post) for all Chamber events. Go online today by downloading our app or registering on the HKGCC website to save the environment and money.
- Priority is given to corporate members. The decision to accept or decline any booking shall be at sole discretion of the Chamber.