Talk / Seminar

ESG Leading Businesses, Consumers and Global Trend, Shaping Our Sustainable Future

Program Schedule
29 Oct 2024 (Tue)
6 - 7:20pm
Room 2465 (Lifts 25-26)
Enquiry

Anita Chu (saanitachu@ust.hk)

UN Sustainable Development Goals
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ESG leading businesses, consumers and global trend, shaping our sustainable future. Speaker Mr Joseph Mak

[This event is co-organized by HKUST Connect and the Academy of Interdisciplinary Studies]

Join us for an insightful session led by ESG expert Mr. Joseph Mak, where you’ll gain a comprehensive understanding of the rapidly evolving Environmental, Social, and Governance (ESG) landscape. Discover how these critical factors are transforming businesses and influencing consumer behavior.

Mr. Mak will share strategies for shaping a sustainable future that benefits not only companies but also investors and consumers. This talk is a fantastic opportunity for university students to learn how they can engage with and influence the ESG movement, preparing them for impactful careers in a world increasingly focused on sustainability. Don’t miss out on this chance to be part of the conversation that shapes our future!

Mr Joseph Mak, Vice Chairman of Bohan Financial Group & Bohan Sustainability Centre

Speaker:

Mr Joseph Mak

Vice Chairman of Bohan Financial Group & Bohan Sustainability Centre
Executive Dean of Asia-Pacific ESG Strategy Research Institute

Expert consultant on ESG strategy, information disclosure, and rating enhancement for multiple listed companies and state-owned enterprises. Joseph previously served at EY and Standard Chartered Securities, possessing extensive experience in finance, investment and consulting.  He was possessessing influential status in both mainland China and Hong Kong's political and business circles, capable of assisting in the identification of high-quality ESG projects.

Description

Remarks:
1. To avoid interruption and hindering the progress of the session, facilitators may not admit new participants who are late for more than 10 minutes.

2. [HMAW1905] This is a recognized event in the “Self-directed Experience” component of HMAW1905: Behavioral Foundations of University Education: Habits, Mindsets, and Wellness. To receive 1.25 hour, you must attend the event in full and miss no more than 10 minutes.