08 May 2025 3rd DigitalCFO Asia Hong Kong Symposium

Expand your horizons at the top event for CFOs & finance professionals in Hong Kong.

Hong Kong, a global financial powerhouse, offers unique opportunities and insights for CFOs and finance leaders navigating today’s dynamic economic landscape. With its open economy, sophisticated infrastructure, and strategic role as a gateway to Asia, Hong Kong exemplifies resilience and adaptability. These qualities align with the priorities of finance professionals striving to drive growth, manage regulatory complexities, and leverage innovation to create long-term value in an increasingly competitive market.

The 3rd DigitalCFO Asia Hong Kong Symposium 2025, themed “Transforming Finance: Turning Vision into Value in a Digital Age,” will take place on May 8, 2025. This premier event will convene finance leaders, industry pioneers, and technology experts to explore how digital transformation is reshaping the role of CFOs and the broader finance landscape. Attendees will engage in insightful discussions and gain actionable strategies to align financial vision with operational value in an increasingly digital world.

Highlights of the symposium include an exclusive keynote session on “Embracing Change: The CFO’s Role in Driving Digital Strategy” and a panel discussion featuring industry luminaries on “Building Resilience in a Rapidly Evolving Economic Environment.” The agenda also includes hands-on workshops and case studies, offering practical tools to help finance professionals harness the power of emerging technologies and innovative practices.

Don’t miss this opportunity to be part of a transformative dialogue that will shape the future of finance. Join us on May 8, 2025, in Hong Kong, and connect with Asia’s foremost finance leaders and innovators. Secure your spot today and take the next step in turning your financial vision into measurable value.

Who should attend.

C-Suite - Chief Financial Officers (CFOs), Chief Executive Officers (CEOs), Chief Operating Officers (COOs), Chief Information Officers (CIOs) and Chief Technology Officers (CTOs) with a focus on finance innovation.
Finance Leaders and Decision-Makers - Heads of Finance, SVPs/VPs Finance, Finance Directors, Financial Controllers, Heads of FP&A, Heads of Treasury, Heads of Accounting, Audit & Internal Control, Risk Management, Tax and Compliance Leaders.
Digital & Finance Transformation Professionals - Digital Transformation Leaders in finance-related roles, Heads of Digital / Finance Transformation, Data and Analytics Professionals focused on finance innovation.
Business Owners - Managing Directors, General Managers, Directors, Founders, Co-Founders etc
Professionals in Adjacent Functions - HR, IT, Operations, Procurement leaders looking to collaborate with finance teams to drive organizational success.

Expand your horizons at the top event for CFOs & finance professionals in Hong Kong.

Who should attend.

C-Suite - Chief Financial Officers (CFOs), Chief Executive Officers (CEOs), Chief Operating Officers (COOs), Chief Information Officers (CIOs) and Chief Technology Officers (CTOs) with a focus on finance innovation.
Finance Leaders and Decision-Makers - Heads of Finance, SVPs/VPs Finance, Finance Directors, Financial Controllers, Heads of FP&A, Heads of Treasury, Heads of Accounting, Audit & Internal Control, Risk Management, Tax and Compliance Leaders.
Digital & Finance Transformation Professionals - Digital Transformation Leaders in finance-related roles, Heads of Digital / Finance Transformation, Data and Analytics Professionals focused on finance innovation.
Business Owners - Managing Directors, General Managers, Directors, Founders, Co-Founders etc
Professionals in Adjacent Functions - HR, IT, Operations, Procurement leaders looking to collaborate with finance teams to drive organizational success.

AM

8:30 AM

Registration & Welcome Coffee

9:00 AM

Welcome Address

9:10 AM

Opening Keynote Session
The Visionary CFO - Turning Vision in Value in a Digital Age

9:40 AM

Technology Spotlight 1
Tech Insights by Oracle NetSuite

10:00 AM

Panel Discussion 1

Strategic Visionaries - Driving Business Transformations as CFOs in Hong Kong's Dynamic Economy

Panelists:
1. Danny Ho, Chief Financial Officer, SmarTone
2. Steffen Jung, Chief Financial Officer, Helicopter Division of Greater China & Mongolia, Airbus

3. YK Lee, Group Chief Financial Officer, Qi Group

Moderator:

Guru Balasubramaniam, Country President Securitas Hong Kong

10:40 AM

AM Coffee Break
Networking

11:00 AM

Fireside Chat 1

Strategic Imperatives for Efficient Growth: Redefining Cost Management and Risk Mitigation
Speaker:
Morris Hui, Former Treasurer & Executive Banker, Hong Kong Jockey Club and Standard Chartered

Moderator:
Tricia Koh, Commercial Director Hong Kong, Taiwan & South Korea, Allianz Trade

11:30 AM

Technology Presentation 2

Available for Platinum Sponsor

11:50 AM

Panel Discussion 2

Expanding Horizons - How Finance Teams are Adapting to New Tech Responsibilities

Panelists:

1. Helen Leung, Finance Director, APAC Leasing, JLL Hong Kong

2. Julie Chew, Managing Director, Finance - Nomura International Hong Kong

3. Angus Tsang, Chief Financial Officer, CN Logistics International Holdings Ltd

Moderator:

Dr Travis Huggins, Chief Operating Officer APAC, Knight Frank Greater China

12:30 PM

Buffet Lunch (Hotel Foyer)

Lunch Break & Networking

PM

1:30 PM
Afternoon Keynote Session

AI in Finance: Unlocking Efficiency, Insights and Strategic Value

1:55 PM
Fireside Chat 2
Enhancing Financial Agility - Liquidity, FX Risk and Cross Border Payments in a Borderless Economy

Speaker:
Peter Ying, Chief Financial Officer, AliA Biotech Group

Moderator:
Simeon Ng, Associate Finance Director, MiTrade

2:20 PM
Panel Discussion 3
Redefining Finance Leadership to Address Human Capital Concerns - Talent Shortage, Lack of Digital Skills & Female Empowerment.

Panelists:
1. Stephen Lo, Chief Financial Officer, Prenetics

2. Cindy Ngan, Head of Finance, Asia Investment Management

3. Lydia Liu Dalais, Group Finance Director, Jardine Restaurant Group

Moderator:

Ray Ng, Group Chief Financial Officer, XB Market Ventures

3:00 PM

PM Coffee Break

Networking

3:15 PM

Recruitment Trends

Expert Insights

3:35 PM

Fireside Chat 3

The Future of Sustainability Reporting: Moving Beyond Regulatory Compliance

Moderator:

Helen Amos, Head of Strategic Sustainability Consulting (Asia Pacific), Head of Sustainability Consulting (Hong Kong), JLL Hong Kong

4:00 PM

Panel Discussion 4

AI vs ROI - Striking a Balance Between Innovation and Value

Panelists:
1. Jeff Zielinski, Chief Financial Officer, Buyandship
2. Addison Liao, Group Financial Controller, Data & Analysis, Mandarin Oriental Hotel Group

3. Bianca Ho, Director of Information Technology, Swire Hotels

Moderator:
Horace Ma, Chief Financial Officer, S Culture Holdings (BVI) Ltd

4:40 PM

Lucky Draw

Prize Presentation & Photo-Taking

5:00 PM

Closing Remarks

End of Symposium

Do I have to pay to attend the symposium?

The DigitalCFO Asia Symposium Series provide different types of Delegate Passes to attend including both complimentary pass and paid pass. You can check out the types of passes here. All passes are subject to availability. DigitalNow Asia reserves the final rights to approve or reject any registration should there be any discrepancies between both parties.

Can I register for the event with my personal email (Gmail, Yahoo, Hotmail etc)?

No. Registrations must be done with a working company email address. Registrations from generic or free email domains such as Gmail, Yahoo, Outlook, etc will not be accepted.

Do I need to bring along anything for the symposium?

Please bring along the confirmation email and your business cards for registration and networking purposes.

Can I attend the symposium if I am not a CFO or finance professional?

Yes. You can purchase a corporate pass to attend the event, subject to availability and approval from the event organiser.

Can I attend the symposium if I am a vendor or products/service provider?

Yes. Vendors or service providers can participate in the symposium either by:

1) Taking up a sponsorship package
2) Purchasing a corporate pass

Alternatively, you can reach out to our Publisher Ryan Kwa at ryan@digitalnow.asia for more information on sponsorship.

How do I know if my registration is successful?

If your registration is successful, a confirmation email with full event details will be sent to you within 24 hours to confirm your attendance.

Is there a dress code for the symposium?

The dress code for the symposium is business wear or smart casual.

Is complimentary parking provided for attendees?

No. Complimentary parking is not provided for attendees. However, for some event venues, attendees are able to purchase parking coupons at a special rate for attending the event. Do check with us at events@digitalcfoasia.com

Can I attend the symposium if I am currently not employed?

Yes. However you won't be eligible for complimentary pass. You can purchase a premium pass to attend the event, subject to availability and approval from the event organiser.

3rd DigitalCFO Asia

Hong Kong Symposium 2025

3rd DigitalCFO Asia Hong Kong Symposium 2025

Expand your horizons at the top event for CFOs & finance professionals in Hong Kong.

Insights from top CFOs

Expert-led Panel Discussions

Networking opportunities

Technology Solutions

Who should attend.

Expand your horizons at the top event for CFOs & finance professionals in Hong Kong.

Insights from top CFOs

Expert-led Panel Discussions

Networking opportunities

Technology Solutions

Who should attend.

Event Agenda

AM

PM

2025 Speakers
Hear from our Expert Speakers.

2025 Speakers
Hear from our Expert Speakers.

2025 Sponsors & Partners.

2025 Sponsors & Partners.

Keen to Sponsor?

DigitalCFO Asia Symposium Series offer a valuable opportunity to showcase your brand and gain
access to network and engage with over 150+ CFOs and finance leaders who are senior decision-makers and/or influencers in their respective organisations.

Venue.

In-person attendance

Drop Us a Line.

Drop Us a Line.

We've got A's for your Q's

Do I have to pay to attend the symposium?

Do I need to bring along anything for the symposium?

How do I know if my registration is successful?

3rd DigitalCFO Asia

Hong Kong Symposium 2025

3rd DigitalCFO Asia Hong Kong Symposium 2025

Expand your horizons at the top event for CFOs & finance professionals in Hong Kong.

Insights from top CFOs

Expert-led Panel Discussions

Networking opportunities

Technology Solutions

Who should attend.

Expand your horizons at the top event for CFOs & finance professionals in Hong Kong.

Insights from top CFOs

Expert-led Panel Discussions

Networking opportunities

Technology Solutions

Who should attend.

Event Agenda

AM

PM

2025 SpeakersHear from our Expert Speakers.

2025 SpeakersHear from our Expert Speakers.

2025 Sponsors & Partners.

2025 Sponsors & Partners.

Keen to Sponsor?

DigitalCFO Asia Symposium Series offer a valuable opportunity to showcase your brand and gainaccess to network and engage with over 150+ CFOs and finance leaders who are senior decision-makers and/or influencers in their respective organisations.

Venue.

In-person attendance

Drop Us a Line.

Drop Us a Line.

We've got A's for your Q's

Do I have to pay to attend the symposium?

Do I need to bring along anything for the symposium?

How do I know if my registration is successful?

2025 Speakers
Hear from our Expert Speakers.

2025 Speakers
Hear from our Expert Speakers.

DigitalCFO Asia Symposium Series offer a valuable opportunity to showcase your brand and gain
access to network and engage with over 150+ CFOs and finance leaders who are senior decision-makers and/or influencers in their respective organisations.