The Chamber’s Young Executives Club (YEC)hosted ballet-themed soirée at the Hong Kong Ocean Park Marriott Hotel on 6 September to commemorate 10 successful years.
From the Hong Kong Ballet and the Jean M. Wong School of Ballet to the Hong Kong Youth Orchestra, guests were treated to captivating performances throughout the evening.
“What started as a small group a decade ago has grown into a club with over 450 members,” said Chamber Chairman Agnes Chan, congratulating the YEC on its many triumphs. “These achievements have not come overnight, and our members’ combined efforts have made it a success.”
Chan also spotlighted the club’s unwavering dedication to promoting the development of youth in Hong Kong. Part of the funds from the anniversary ball will go towards university scholarships and YEC’s youth development initiatives.
In his speech, guest of honour Clarence Leung, Under Secretary for Home and Youth Affairs, said the Bureau would continue collaborating with the Chamber to help young people in Hong Kong.
Raising a toast to the club’s success, Eric Fok, Founding Member and Former YEC Chairman, lauded YEC’s significant achievements, notably the launch of the Pitch Perfect Programme in 2021. Since then, the initiative has positively impacted over 300 university students, with plans already underway for the fourth edition next year.
The evening’s entertainment included Caterpillar and Twins, two mesmerizing performances by Hong Kong Ballet; Waltz of the Hours (Coppélia), charmingly presented in a riot of colour by young students from the Jean M. Wong School of Ballet; and Mozart’s Eine Kleine Nachtmusik and Waltz of the Flowers from Tchaikovsky’s The Nutcracker, flawlessly executed by the Hong Kong Youth Orchestra’s string quartet.
“It was such a memorable night,” said Olivia Kung, Immediate Past Chairman of YEC and Convenor of the Ball Organizing Committee. “Despite the challenges posed by a typhoon, the evening was a resounding success, thanks to the collaborative efforts of all involved.” She also expressed gratitude to all the sponsors and committee members who worked tirelessly to bring the event to life.
The night culminated in a heartwarming moment as Chamber CEO Patrick Yeung led YEC members and Pitch Perfect Programme winners in singing “Happy Birthday,” marking a decade of YEC’s impactful journey.
Diamond Sponsor:
Fok Ying Tung Foundation Ltd
Gold Sponsors:
Habib Bank Zurich (Hong Kong) Ltd
Swire Group
Silver Sponsor:
Mr Allen Chan
Bronze Sponsors:
Ascent Partners Group Ltd
Golden Bauhinia Women Entrepreneur Association
Hong Kong Air Cargo Terminals Ltd
Isola Capital Ltd
Mr Charles Chau
Ms Agnes Chan
NEC Hong Kong Ltd
NextNova
Polaris Holdings Ltd
V-Mark Aviation Co Ltd
Supporting Organizations:
AMOUR
Café Deco Group
Diamond Restaurant
Harbour Cruise-Bauhinia
Hong Kong Ballet
Hong Kong Youth Musician Association
Hong Kong Youth Orchestra
ILK Learning
Jamber Ltd
Jean M. Wong School of Ballet
Kinox Trading Ltd
Lady M Hong Kong Ltd
Maestro Art Music Group
Orbis Hong Kong
Pharmabelle
Playful Ltd
Royal Salute Whisky
Shell Hong Kong Ltd
Sino Group
Total HealthCare Health Centre
Verde Jewellery
Victoria Hub Capital
Yick Cheong Ho
Yue Hwa Chinese Products Emporium Ltd
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