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SUMMARY:The New Faith Roads in Southeast Asia: Dynamics of a Circulatory Missionary Process
DESCRIPTION:ABSTRACT“Sustainability” has become a trendy term within the business world over the last few years – a Morgan Stanley report estimated that sustainable investment funds add up to US$3.56 trillion in AuM as of Dec 31\, 2024[1]\, while a report by MSCI estimated that the size of the global carbon credit market was around USD 1.4 billion[2]. For a while\, investors flocked to such investments with promises that they could generate returns AND at the same time\, make impact to the environment and society. Corporate strategists touted terms such as CSR and ESG to their boards as part of a competitive advantage. Climate scientists drew up risk scenarios for insurers to valuate risks of their policies. Amongst all these varying concepts on sustainability\, how should a family wealth manager separate the wheat from the chaff? What actually matters for a family – carbon emissions\, ESG ratings or social impact? In this presentation\, Ms. Bonnie Leung proposes a simple framework for family wealth managers to consider sustainability in respect of business families. A family may have multiple interests and objectives\, and it is imperative that the family wealth manager matches the initiatives appropriately to different objectives. Ms. Leung will raise examples of how families apply corporate sustainability\, sustainable investing\, impact and philanthropy based on their needs and personal beliefs. The framework also clarifies when one may expect investment returns vs generation of positive external impact. Ultimately\, this lecture explores sustainability through different perspectives of families and family wealth\, and contributes to the dialogue from a specific lens.   ABOUT THE SPEAKERMs. Bonnie Leung is currently Programme Director for Master of Family Wealth Management\, offered by The University of Hong Kong. As the Founding Programme Director\, she oversaw the launch and execution of the programme. Her teaching commitments include current trends in family office management\, and sustainable investing and philanthropy in the context of family wealth.  Ms. Leung brings decades of industry experience to the FWM programme. She previously held various COO positions at BlackRock\, one of the world’s largest asset management firms\, including serving as their COO for APAC Client Business. As COO\, Ms. Leung sat on BlackRock’s Global Financial Crime Country Risk Committee\, Global Funds Distributor Oversight Committee\, APAC Investment Oversight Committee\, and APAC Risks & Controls Committee. Subsequently\, Ms. Leung became a founding member of their Asia Pacific sustainable investing team\, leading the Asia ex Japan Sustainable & Transition Solutions business. In this role\, she frequently spoke at large-scale webinars and events in Chinese and English\, representing BlackRock’s views on sustainable investing\, and thus furthering investors’ understanding of sustainable investments Prior to BlackRock\, Ms. Leung was a management consultant at McKinsey & Company\, serving financial institution clients\, both MNC and Asian-based companies. She also led professional development for the Hong Kong office.  Ms. Leung started her professional career as an architect and practised in the New York-based firm\, Kohn Pedersen Fox.  Ms. Leung is a graduate of the Wharton School\, University of Pennsylvania\, where she received an MBA. For her undergraduate studies\, Ms. Leung obtained a B.Arch and a B.Sc.(Arch) from McGill University. 
URL:https://ihss.hku.hk/events/the-new-faith-roads-in-southeast-asia-dynamics-of-a-circulatory-missionary-process/
CATEGORIES:ASIAR
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SUMMARY:Escaping the Holocaust: The Mir Yeshiva from Vilna to Shanghai and beyond
DESCRIPTION:ABSTRACT“Sustainability” has become a trendy term within the business world over the last few years – a Morgan Stanley report estimated that sustainable investment funds add up to US$3.56 trillion in AuM as of Dec 31\, 2024[1]\, while a report by MSCI estimated that the size of the global carbon credit market was around USD 1.4 billion[2]. For a while\, investors flocked to such investments with promises that they could generate returns AND at the same time\, make impact to the environment and society. Corporate strategists touted terms such as CSR and ESG to their boards as part of a competitive advantage. Climate scientists drew up risk scenarios for insurers to valuate risks of their policies. Amongst all these varying concepts on sustainability\, how should a family wealth manager separate the wheat from the chaff? What actually matters for a family – carbon emissions\, ESG ratings or social impact? In this presentation\, Ms. Bonnie Leung proposes a simple framework for family wealth managers to consider sustainability in respect of business families. A family may have multiple interests and objectives\, and it is imperative that the family wealth manager matches the initiatives appropriately to different objectives. Ms. Leung will raise examples of how families apply corporate sustainability\, sustainable investing\, impact and philanthropy based on their needs and personal beliefs. The framework also clarifies when one may expect investment returns vs generation of positive external impact. Ultimately\, this lecture explores sustainability through different perspectives of families and family wealth\, and contributes to the dialogue from a specific lens.   ABOUT THE SPEAKERMs. Bonnie Leung is currently Programme Director for Master of Family Wealth Management\, offered by The University of Hong Kong. As the Founding Programme Director\, she oversaw the launch and execution of the programme. Her teaching commitments include current trends in family office management\, and sustainable investing and philanthropy in the context of family wealth.  Ms. Leung brings decades of industry experience to the FWM programme. She previously held various COO positions at BlackRock\, one of the world’s largest asset management firms\, including serving as their COO for APAC Client Business. As COO\, Ms. Leung sat on BlackRock’s Global Financial Crime Country Risk Committee\, Global Funds Distributor Oversight Committee\, APAC Investment Oversight Committee\, and APAC Risks & Controls Committee. Subsequently\, Ms. Leung became a founding member of their Asia Pacific sustainable investing team\, leading the Asia ex Japan Sustainable & Transition Solutions business. In this role\, she frequently spoke at large-scale webinars and events in Chinese and English\, representing BlackRock’s views on sustainable investing\, and thus furthering investors’ understanding of sustainable investments Prior to BlackRock\, Ms. Leung was a management consultant at McKinsey & Company\, serving financial institution clients\, both MNC and Asian-based companies. She also led professional development for the Hong Kong office.  Ms. Leung started her professional career as an architect and practised in the New York-based firm\, Kohn Pedersen Fox.  Ms. Leung is a graduate of the Wharton School\, University of Pennsylvania\, where she received an MBA. For her undergraduate studies\, Ms. Leung obtained a B.Arch and a B.Sc.(Arch) from McGill University. 
URL:https://ihss.hku.hk/events/escaping-the-holocaust-the-mir-yeshiva-from-vilna-to-shanghai-and-beyond-2/
LOCATION:Lecture Hall\, G/F\, May Hall\, The University of Hong Kong\, or Via Zoom\, Hong Kong
CATEGORIES:Interdisciplinary Research Seminar Series
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CREATED:20240602T185906Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260416T103219Z
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SUMMARY:Stone and Sediment: Interaction Between Resources and Society in the Jianghan Area From 1\,600 to 1\,050 BC
DESCRIPTION:ABSTRACT“Sustainability” has become a trendy term within the business world over the last few years – a Morgan Stanley report estimated that sustainable investment funds add up to US$3.56 trillion in AuM as of Dec 31\, 2024[1]\, while a report by MSCI estimated that the size of the global carbon credit market was around USD 1.4 billion[2]. For a while\, investors flocked to such investments with promises that they could generate returns AND at the same time\, make impact to the environment and society. Corporate strategists touted terms such as CSR and ESG to their boards as part of a competitive advantage. Climate scientists drew up risk scenarios for insurers to valuate risks of their policies. Amongst all these varying concepts on sustainability\, how should a family wealth manager separate the wheat from the chaff? What actually matters for a family – carbon emissions\, ESG ratings or social impact? In this presentation\, Ms. Bonnie Leung proposes a simple framework for family wealth managers to consider sustainability in respect of business families. A family may have multiple interests and objectives\, and it is imperative that the family wealth manager matches the initiatives appropriately to different objectives. Ms. Leung will raise examples of how families apply corporate sustainability\, sustainable investing\, impact and philanthropy based on their needs and personal beliefs. The framework also clarifies when one may expect investment returns vs generation of positive external impact. Ultimately\, this lecture explores sustainability through different perspectives of families and family wealth\, and contributes to the dialogue from a specific lens.   ABOUT THE SPEAKERMs. Bonnie Leung is currently Programme Director for Master of Family Wealth Management\, offered by The University of Hong Kong. As the Founding Programme Director\, she oversaw the launch and execution of the programme. Her teaching commitments include current trends in family office management\, and sustainable investing and philanthropy in the context of family wealth.  Ms. Leung brings decades of industry experience to the FWM programme. She previously held various COO positions at BlackRock\, one of the world’s largest asset management firms\, including serving as their COO for APAC Client Business. As COO\, Ms. Leung sat on BlackRock’s Global Financial Crime Country Risk Committee\, Global Funds Distributor Oversight Committee\, APAC Investment Oversight Committee\, and APAC Risks & Controls Committee. Subsequently\, Ms. Leung became a founding member of their Asia Pacific sustainable investing team\, leading the Asia ex Japan Sustainable & Transition Solutions business. In this role\, she frequently spoke at large-scale webinars and events in Chinese and English\, representing BlackRock’s views on sustainable investing\, and thus furthering investors’ understanding of sustainable investments Prior to BlackRock\, Ms. Leung was a management consultant at McKinsey & Company\, serving financial institution clients\, both MNC and Asian-based companies. She also led professional development for the Hong Kong office.  Ms. Leung started her professional career as an architect and practised in the New York-based firm\, Kohn Pedersen Fox.  Ms. Leung is a graduate of the Wharton School\, University of Pennsylvania\, where she received an MBA. For her undergraduate studies\, Ms. Leung obtained a B.Arch and a B.Sc.(Arch) from McGill University. 
URL:https://ihss.hku.hk/events/stone-and-sediment-interaction-between-resources-and-society-in-the-jianghan-area-from-1600-to-1050-bc/
LOCATION:G01\, May Hall\, The University of Hong Kong
CATEGORIES:IHSS
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DTEND;TZID=Asia/Hong_Kong:20240530T210000
DTSTAMP:20261109T045453
CREATED:20240602T192650Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260416T103220Z
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SUMMARY:Celebrating legacy: The intergenerational transmission of reproduction and human capital in Ming–Qing Chinese families
DESCRIPTION:ABSTRACT“Sustainability” has become a trendy term within the business world over the last few years – a Morgan Stanley report estimated that sustainable investment funds add up to US$3.56 trillion in AuM as of Dec 31\, 2024[1]\, while a report by MSCI estimated that the size of the global carbon credit market was around USD 1.4 billion[2]. For a while\, investors flocked to such investments with promises that they could generate returns AND at the same time\, make impact to the environment and society. Corporate strategists touted terms such as CSR and ESG to their boards as part of a competitive advantage. Climate scientists drew up risk scenarios for insurers to valuate risks of their policies. Amongst all these varying concepts on sustainability\, how should a family wealth manager separate the wheat from the chaff? What actually matters for a family – carbon emissions\, ESG ratings or social impact? In this presentation\, Ms. Bonnie Leung proposes a simple framework for family wealth managers to consider sustainability in respect of business families. A family may have multiple interests and objectives\, and it is imperative that the family wealth manager matches the initiatives appropriately to different objectives. Ms. Leung will raise examples of how families apply corporate sustainability\, sustainable investing\, impact and philanthropy based on their needs and personal beliefs. The framework also clarifies when one may expect investment returns vs generation of positive external impact. Ultimately\, this lecture explores sustainability through different perspectives of families and family wealth\, and contributes to the dialogue from a specific lens.   ABOUT THE SPEAKERMs. Bonnie Leung is currently Programme Director for Master of Family Wealth Management\, offered by The University of Hong Kong. As the Founding Programme Director\, she oversaw the launch and execution of the programme. Her teaching commitments include current trends in family office management\, and sustainable investing and philanthropy in the context of family wealth.  Ms. Leung brings decades of industry experience to the FWM programme. She previously held various COO positions at BlackRock\, one of the world’s largest asset management firms\, including serving as their COO for APAC Client Business. As COO\, Ms. Leung sat on BlackRock’s Global Financial Crime Country Risk Committee\, Global Funds Distributor Oversight Committee\, APAC Investment Oversight Committee\, and APAC Risks & Controls Committee. Subsequently\, Ms. Leung became a founding member of their Asia Pacific sustainable investing team\, leading the Asia ex Japan Sustainable & Transition Solutions business. In this role\, she frequently spoke at large-scale webinars and events in Chinese and English\, representing BlackRock’s views on sustainable investing\, and thus furthering investors’ understanding of sustainable investments Prior to BlackRock\, Ms. Leung was a management consultant at McKinsey & Company\, serving financial institution clients\, both MNC and Asian-based companies. She also led professional development for the Hong Kong office.  Ms. Leung started her professional career as an architect and practised in the New York-based firm\, Kohn Pedersen Fox.  Ms. Leung is a graduate of the Wharton School\, University of Pennsylvania\, where she received an MBA. For her undergraduate studies\, Ms. Leung obtained a B.Arch and a B.Sc.(Arch) from McGill University. 
URL:https://ihss.hku.hk/events/celebrating-legacy-the-intergenerational-transmission-of-reproduction-and-human-capital-in-ming-qing-chinese-families/
LOCATION:Via Zoom
CATEGORIES:Quantitative History,Quantitative History Webinar Series
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DTEND;TZID=Asia/Hong_Kong:20240523T160000
DTSTAMP:20261109T045453
CREATED:20240602T193907Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260416T103220Z
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SUMMARY:Secular Decline in Modern China? Wage Evidence from Hydraulic Constructions and Rural Casual Work in Suzhou and Shanghai
DESCRIPTION:ABSTRACT“Sustainability” has become a trendy term within the business world over the last few years – a Morgan Stanley report estimated that sustainable investment funds add up to US$3.56 trillion in AuM as of Dec 31\, 2024[1]\, while a report by MSCI estimated that the size of the global carbon credit market was around USD 1.4 billion[2]. For a while\, investors flocked to such investments with promises that they could generate returns AND at the same time\, make impact to the environment and society. Corporate strategists touted terms such as CSR and ESG to their boards as part of a competitive advantage. Climate scientists drew up risk scenarios for insurers to valuate risks of their policies. Amongst all these varying concepts on sustainability\, how should a family wealth manager separate the wheat from the chaff? What actually matters for a family – carbon emissions\, ESG ratings or social impact? In this presentation\, Ms. Bonnie Leung proposes a simple framework for family wealth managers to consider sustainability in respect of business families. A family may have multiple interests and objectives\, and it is imperative that the family wealth manager matches the initiatives appropriately to different objectives. Ms. Leung will raise examples of how families apply corporate sustainability\, sustainable investing\, impact and philanthropy based on their needs and personal beliefs. The framework also clarifies when one may expect investment returns vs generation of positive external impact. Ultimately\, this lecture explores sustainability through different perspectives of families and family wealth\, and contributes to the dialogue from a specific lens.   ABOUT THE SPEAKERMs. Bonnie Leung is currently Programme Director for Master of Family Wealth Management\, offered by The University of Hong Kong. As the Founding Programme Director\, she oversaw the launch and execution of the programme. Her teaching commitments include current trends in family office management\, and sustainable investing and philanthropy in the context of family wealth.  Ms. Leung brings decades of industry experience to the FWM programme. She previously held various COO positions at BlackRock\, one of the world’s largest asset management firms\, including serving as their COO for APAC Client Business. As COO\, Ms. Leung sat on BlackRock’s Global Financial Crime Country Risk Committee\, Global Funds Distributor Oversight Committee\, APAC Investment Oversight Committee\, and APAC Risks & Controls Committee. Subsequently\, Ms. Leung became a founding member of their Asia Pacific sustainable investing team\, leading the Asia ex Japan Sustainable & Transition Solutions business. In this role\, she frequently spoke at large-scale webinars and events in Chinese and English\, representing BlackRock’s views on sustainable investing\, and thus furthering investors’ understanding of sustainable investments Prior to BlackRock\, Ms. Leung was a management consultant at McKinsey & Company\, serving financial institution clients\, both MNC and Asian-based companies. She also led professional development for the Hong Kong office.  Ms. Leung started her professional career as an architect and practised in the New York-based firm\, Kohn Pedersen Fox.  Ms. Leung is a graduate of the Wharton School\, University of Pennsylvania\, where she received an MBA. For her undergraduate studies\, Ms. Leung obtained a B.Arch and a B.Sc.(Arch) from McGill University. 
URL:https://ihss.hku.hk/events/secular-decline-in-modern-china-wage-evidence-from-hydraulic-constructions-and-rural-casual-work-in-suzhou-and-shanghai/
LOCATION:Via Zoom
CATEGORIES:Quantitative History,Quantitative History Webinar Series
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DTSTART;TZID=Asia/Hong_Kong:20240522T150000
DTEND;TZID=Asia/Hong_Kong:20240522T163000
DTSTAMP:20261109T045453
CREATED:20240602T195326Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260416T103220Z
UID:81543-1716390000-1716395400@ihss.hku.hk
SUMMARY:Prestige Gold and the Crossroads of Civilizations: Chang’an to Athens
DESCRIPTION:ABSTRACT“Sustainability” has become a trendy term within the business world over the last few years – a Morgan Stanley report estimated that sustainable investment funds add up to US$3.56 trillion in AuM as of Dec 31\, 2024[1]\, while a report by MSCI estimated that the size of the global carbon credit market was around USD 1.4 billion[2]. For a while\, investors flocked to such investments with promises that they could generate returns AND at the same time\, make impact to the environment and society. Corporate strategists touted terms such as CSR and ESG to their boards as part of a competitive advantage. Climate scientists drew up risk scenarios for insurers to valuate risks of their policies. Amongst all these varying concepts on sustainability\, how should a family wealth manager separate the wheat from the chaff? What actually matters for a family – carbon emissions\, ESG ratings or social impact? In this presentation\, Ms. Bonnie Leung proposes a simple framework for family wealth managers to consider sustainability in respect of business families. A family may have multiple interests and objectives\, and it is imperative that the family wealth manager matches the initiatives appropriately to different objectives. Ms. Leung will raise examples of how families apply corporate sustainability\, sustainable investing\, impact and philanthropy based on their needs and personal beliefs. The framework also clarifies when one may expect investment returns vs generation of positive external impact. Ultimately\, this lecture explores sustainability through different perspectives of families and family wealth\, and contributes to the dialogue from a specific lens.   ABOUT THE SPEAKERMs. Bonnie Leung is currently Programme Director for Master of Family Wealth Management\, offered by The University of Hong Kong. As the Founding Programme Director\, she oversaw the launch and execution of the programme. Her teaching commitments include current trends in family office management\, and sustainable investing and philanthropy in the context of family wealth.  Ms. Leung brings decades of industry experience to the FWM programme. She previously held various COO positions at BlackRock\, one of the world’s largest asset management firms\, including serving as their COO for APAC Client Business. As COO\, Ms. Leung sat on BlackRock’s Global Financial Crime Country Risk Committee\, Global Funds Distributor Oversight Committee\, APAC Investment Oversight Committee\, and APAC Risks & Controls Committee. Subsequently\, Ms. Leung became a founding member of their Asia Pacific sustainable investing team\, leading the Asia ex Japan Sustainable & Transition Solutions business. In this role\, she frequently spoke at large-scale webinars and events in Chinese and English\, representing BlackRock’s views on sustainable investing\, and thus furthering investors’ understanding of sustainable investments Prior to BlackRock\, Ms. Leung was a management consultant at McKinsey & Company\, serving financial institution clients\, both MNC and Asian-based companies. She also led professional development for the Hong Kong office.  Ms. Leung started her professional career as an architect and practised in the New York-based firm\, Kohn Pedersen Fox.  Ms. Leung is a graduate of the Wharton School\, University of Pennsylvania\, where she received an MBA. For her undergraduate studies\, Ms. Leung obtained a B.Arch and a B.Sc.(Arch) from McGill University. 
URL:https://ihss.hku.hk/events/prestige-gold-and-the-crossroads-of-civilizations-changan-to-athens/
LOCATION:G01\, May Hall\, The University of Hong Kong
CATEGORIES:IHSS
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DTSTART;TZID=Asia/Hong_Kong:20240521T150000
DTEND;TZID=Asia/Hong_Kong:20240521T163000
DTSTAMP:20261109T045453
CREATED:20240602T214140Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260416T103221Z
UID:81556-1716303600-1716309000@ihss.hku.hk
SUMMARY:In Conquest’s Wake: Trauma\, Transformation\, and Becoming through the Shang-Zhou Transition
DESCRIPTION:ABSTRACT“Sustainability” has become a trendy term within the business world over the last few years – a Morgan Stanley report estimated that sustainable investment funds add up to US$3.56 trillion in AuM as of Dec 31\, 2024[1]\, while a report by MSCI estimated that the size of the global carbon credit market was around USD 1.4 billion[2]. For a while\, investors flocked to such investments with promises that they could generate returns AND at the same time\, make impact to the environment and society. Corporate strategists touted terms such as CSR and ESG to their boards as part of a competitive advantage. Climate scientists drew up risk scenarios for insurers to valuate risks of their policies. Amongst all these varying concepts on sustainability\, how should a family wealth manager separate the wheat from the chaff? What actually matters for a family – carbon emissions\, ESG ratings or social impact? In this presentation\, Ms. Bonnie Leung proposes a simple framework for family wealth managers to consider sustainability in respect of business families. A family may have multiple interests and objectives\, and it is imperative that the family wealth manager matches the initiatives appropriately to different objectives. Ms. Leung will raise examples of how families apply corporate sustainability\, sustainable investing\, impact and philanthropy based on their needs and personal beliefs. The framework also clarifies when one may expect investment returns vs generation of positive external impact. Ultimately\, this lecture explores sustainability through different perspectives of families and family wealth\, and contributes to the dialogue from a specific lens.   ABOUT THE SPEAKERMs. Bonnie Leung is currently Programme Director for Master of Family Wealth Management\, offered by The University of Hong Kong. As the Founding Programme Director\, she oversaw the launch and execution of the programme. Her teaching commitments include current trends in family office management\, and sustainable investing and philanthropy in the context of family wealth.  Ms. Leung brings decades of industry experience to the FWM programme. She previously held various COO positions at BlackRock\, one of the world’s largest asset management firms\, including serving as their COO for APAC Client Business. As COO\, Ms. Leung sat on BlackRock’s Global Financial Crime Country Risk Committee\, Global Funds Distributor Oversight Committee\, APAC Investment Oversight Committee\, and APAC Risks & Controls Committee. Subsequently\, Ms. Leung became a founding member of their Asia Pacific sustainable investing team\, leading the Asia ex Japan Sustainable & Transition Solutions business. In this role\, she frequently spoke at large-scale webinars and events in Chinese and English\, representing BlackRock’s views on sustainable investing\, and thus furthering investors’ understanding of sustainable investments Prior to BlackRock\, Ms. Leung was a management consultant at McKinsey & Company\, serving financial institution clients\, both MNC and Asian-based companies. She also led professional development for the Hong Kong office.  Ms. Leung started her professional career as an architect and practised in the New York-based firm\, Kohn Pedersen Fox.  Ms. Leung is a graduate of the Wharton School\, University of Pennsylvania\, where she received an MBA. For her undergraduate studies\, Ms. Leung obtained a B.Arch and a B.Sc.(Arch) from McGill University. 
URL:https://ihss.hku.hk/events/in-conquests-wake-trauma-transformation-and-becoming-through-the-shang-zhou-transition/
LOCATION:G01\, May Hall\, The University of Hong Kong
CATEGORIES:IHSS
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DTSTART;TZID=Asia/Hong_Kong:20240517T090000
DTEND;TZID=Asia/Hong_Kong:20240517T100000
DTSTAMP:20261109T045453
CREATED:20240602T214935Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260416T103221Z
UID:81565-1715936400-1715940000@ihss.hku.hk
SUMMARY:Business History without Business: Making Sense of China’s pre-1949 Cattle Trade
DESCRIPTION:ABSTRACT“Sustainability” has become a trendy term within the business world over the last few years – a Morgan Stanley report estimated that sustainable investment funds add up to US$3.56 trillion in AuM as of Dec 31\, 2024[1]\, while a report by MSCI estimated that the size of the global carbon credit market was around USD 1.4 billion[2]. For a while\, investors flocked to such investments with promises that they could generate returns AND at the same time\, make impact to the environment and society. Corporate strategists touted terms such as CSR and ESG to their boards as part of a competitive advantage. Climate scientists drew up risk scenarios for insurers to valuate risks of their policies. Amongst all these varying concepts on sustainability\, how should a family wealth manager separate the wheat from the chaff? What actually matters for a family – carbon emissions\, ESG ratings or social impact? In this presentation\, Ms. Bonnie Leung proposes a simple framework for family wealth managers to consider sustainability in respect of business families. A family may have multiple interests and objectives\, and it is imperative that the family wealth manager matches the initiatives appropriately to different objectives. Ms. Leung will raise examples of how families apply corporate sustainability\, sustainable investing\, impact and philanthropy based on their needs and personal beliefs. The framework also clarifies when one may expect investment returns vs generation of positive external impact. Ultimately\, this lecture explores sustainability through different perspectives of families and family wealth\, and contributes to the dialogue from a specific lens.   ABOUT THE SPEAKERMs. Bonnie Leung is currently Programme Director for Master of Family Wealth Management\, offered by The University of Hong Kong. As the Founding Programme Director\, she oversaw the launch and execution of the programme. Her teaching commitments include current trends in family office management\, and sustainable investing and philanthropy in the context of family wealth.  Ms. Leung brings decades of industry experience to the FWM programme. She previously held various COO positions at BlackRock\, one of the world’s largest asset management firms\, including serving as their COO for APAC Client Business. As COO\, Ms. Leung sat on BlackRock’s Global Financial Crime Country Risk Committee\, Global Funds Distributor Oversight Committee\, APAC Investment Oversight Committee\, and APAC Risks & Controls Committee. Subsequently\, Ms. Leung became a founding member of their Asia Pacific sustainable investing team\, leading the Asia ex Japan Sustainable & Transition Solutions business. In this role\, she frequently spoke at large-scale webinars and events in Chinese and English\, representing BlackRock’s views on sustainable investing\, and thus furthering investors’ understanding of sustainable investments Prior to BlackRock\, Ms. Leung was a management consultant at McKinsey & Company\, serving financial institution clients\, both MNC and Asian-based companies. She also led professional development for the Hong Kong office.  Ms. Leung started her professional career as an architect and practised in the New York-based firm\, Kohn Pedersen Fox.  Ms. Leung is a graduate of the Wharton School\, University of Pennsylvania\, where she received an MBA. For her undergraduate studies\, Ms. Leung obtained a B.Arch and a B.Sc.(Arch) from McGill University. 
URL:https://ihss.hku.hk/events/business-history-without-business-making-sense-of-chinas-pre-1949-cattle-trade/
LOCATION:Via Zoom
CATEGORIES:Chinese Business History,Chinese Business History Webinar
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LAST-MODIFIED:20260416T103218Z
UID:77048-1714726800-1714730400@ihss.hku.hk
SUMMARY:Transnational Networks of Human Resources and Knowledge in East Asia: A Case Study of Taiwan Merchant Wang Xuenong (1870–1915) and His Trading Company
DESCRIPTION:ABSTRACT“Sustainability” has become a trendy term within the business world over the last few years – a Morgan Stanley report estimated that sustainable investment funds add up to US$3.56 trillion in AuM as of Dec 31\, 2024[1]\, while a report by MSCI estimated that the size of the global carbon credit market was around USD 1.4 billion[2]. For a while\, investors flocked to such investments with promises that they could generate returns AND at the same time\, make impact to the environment and society. Corporate strategists touted terms such as CSR and ESG to their boards as part of a competitive advantage. Climate scientists drew up risk scenarios for insurers to valuate risks of their policies. Amongst all these varying concepts on sustainability\, how should a family wealth manager separate the wheat from the chaff? What actually matters for a family – carbon emissions\, ESG ratings or social impact? In this presentation\, Ms. Bonnie Leung proposes a simple framework for family wealth managers to consider sustainability in respect of business families. A family may have multiple interests and objectives\, and it is imperative that the family wealth manager matches the initiatives appropriately to different objectives. Ms. Leung will raise examples of how families apply corporate sustainability\, sustainable investing\, impact and philanthropy based on their needs and personal beliefs. The framework also clarifies when one may expect investment returns vs generation of positive external impact. Ultimately\, this lecture explores sustainability through different perspectives of families and family wealth\, and contributes to the dialogue from a specific lens.   ABOUT THE SPEAKERMs. Bonnie Leung is currently Programme Director for Master of Family Wealth Management\, offered by The University of Hong Kong. As the Founding Programme Director\, she oversaw the launch and execution of the programme. Her teaching commitments include current trends in family office management\, and sustainable investing and philanthropy in the context of family wealth.  Ms. Leung brings decades of industry experience to the FWM programme. She previously held various COO positions at BlackRock\, one of the world’s largest asset management firms\, including serving as their COO for APAC Client Business. As COO\, Ms. Leung sat on BlackRock’s Global Financial Crime Country Risk Committee\, Global Funds Distributor Oversight Committee\, APAC Investment Oversight Committee\, and APAC Risks & Controls Committee. Subsequently\, Ms. Leung became a founding member of their Asia Pacific sustainable investing team\, leading the Asia ex Japan Sustainable & Transition Solutions business. In this role\, she frequently spoke at large-scale webinars and events in Chinese and English\, representing BlackRock’s views on sustainable investing\, and thus furthering investors’ understanding of sustainable investments Prior to BlackRock\, Ms. Leung was a management consultant at McKinsey & Company\, serving financial institution clients\, both MNC and Asian-based companies. She also led professional development for the Hong Kong office.  Ms. Leung started her professional career as an architect and practised in the New York-based firm\, Kohn Pedersen Fox.  Ms. Leung is a graduate of the Wharton School\, University of Pennsylvania\, where she received an MBA. For her undergraduate studies\, Ms. Leung obtained a B.Arch and a B.Sc.(Arch) from McGill University. 
URL:https://ihss.hku.hk/events/transnational-networks-of-human-resources-and-knowledge-in-east-asia-a-case-study-of-taiwan-merchant-wang-xuenong-1870-1915-and-his-trading-company/
CATEGORIES:Chinese Business History,Chinese Business History Webinar
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=Asia/Hong_Kong:20240430T123000
DTEND;TZID=Asia/Hong_Kong:20240430T133000
DTSTAMP:20261109T045453
CREATED:20240424T204227Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260416T103219Z
UID:77687-1714480200-1714483800@ihss.hku.hk
SUMMARY:Halal or Qingzhen?: A Question of Sinicization of Islam in China
DESCRIPTION:ABSTRACT“Sustainability” has become a trendy term within the business world over the last few years – a Morgan Stanley report estimated that sustainable investment funds add up to US$3.56 trillion in AuM as of Dec 31\, 2024[1]\, while a report by MSCI estimated that the size of the global carbon credit market was around USD 1.4 billion[2]. For a while\, investors flocked to such investments with promises that they could generate returns AND at the same time\, make impact to the environment and society. Corporate strategists touted terms such as CSR and ESG to their boards as part of a competitive advantage. Climate scientists drew up risk scenarios for insurers to valuate risks of their policies. Amongst all these varying concepts on sustainability\, how should a family wealth manager separate the wheat from the chaff? What actually matters for a family – carbon emissions\, ESG ratings or social impact? In this presentation\, Ms. Bonnie Leung proposes a simple framework for family wealth managers to consider sustainability in respect of business families. A family may have multiple interests and objectives\, and it is imperative that the family wealth manager matches the initiatives appropriately to different objectives. Ms. Leung will raise examples of how families apply corporate sustainability\, sustainable investing\, impact and philanthropy based on their needs and personal beliefs. The framework also clarifies when one may expect investment returns vs generation of positive external impact. Ultimately\, this lecture explores sustainability through different perspectives of families and family wealth\, and contributes to the dialogue from a specific lens.   ABOUT THE SPEAKERMs. Bonnie Leung is currently Programme Director for Master of Family Wealth Management\, offered by The University of Hong Kong. As the Founding Programme Director\, she oversaw the launch and execution of the programme. Her teaching commitments include current trends in family office management\, and sustainable investing and philanthropy in the context of family wealth.  Ms. Leung brings decades of industry experience to the FWM programme. She previously held various COO positions at BlackRock\, one of the world’s largest asset management firms\, including serving as their COO for APAC Client Business. As COO\, Ms. Leung sat on BlackRock’s Global Financial Crime Country Risk Committee\, Global Funds Distributor Oversight Committee\, APAC Investment Oversight Committee\, and APAC Risks & Controls Committee. Subsequently\, Ms. Leung became a founding member of their Asia Pacific sustainable investing team\, leading the Asia ex Japan Sustainable & Transition Solutions business. In this role\, she frequently spoke at large-scale webinars and events in Chinese and English\, representing BlackRock’s views on sustainable investing\, and thus furthering investors’ understanding of sustainable investments Prior to BlackRock\, Ms. Leung was a management consultant at McKinsey & Company\, serving financial institution clients\, both MNC and Asian-based companies. She also led professional development for the Hong Kong office.  Ms. Leung started her professional career as an architect and practised in the New York-based firm\, Kohn Pedersen Fox.  Ms. Leung is a graduate of the Wharton School\, University of Pennsylvania\, where she received an MBA. For her undergraduate studies\, Ms. Leung obtained a B.Arch and a B.Sc.(Arch) from McGill University. 
URL:https://ihss.hku.hk/events/halal-or-qingzhen-a-question-of-sinicization-of-islam-in-china/
LOCATION:Lecture Hall\, G/F\, May Hall\, The University of Hong Kong\,\, Hong Kong
CATEGORIES:Interdisciplinary Research Seminar Series
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=Asia/Hong_Kong:20240426T163000
DTEND;TZID=Asia/Hong_Kong:20240426T180000
DTSTAMP:20261109T045453
CREATED:20240602T220129Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260507T090841Z
UID:81581-1714149000-1714154400@ihss.hku.hk
SUMMARY:The Population History of China (1368–1953) by Professor Shuji Cao
DESCRIPTION:ABSTRACT“Sustainability” has become a trendy term within the business world over the last few years – a Morgan Stanley report estimated that sustainable investment funds add up to US$3.56 trillion in AuM as of Dec 31\, 2024[1]\, while a report by MSCI estimated that the size of the global carbon credit market was around USD 1.4 billion[2]. For a while\, investors flocked to such investments with promises that they could generate returns AND at the same time\, make impact to the environment and society. Corporate strategists touted terms such as CSR and ESG to their boards as part of a competitive advantage. Climate scientists drew up risk scenarios for insurers to valuate risks of their policies. Amongst all these varying concepts on sustainability\, how should a family wealth manager separate the wheat from the chaff? What actually matters for a family – carbon emissions\, ESG ratings or social impact? In this presentation\, Ms. Bonnie Leung proposes a simple framework for family wealth managers to consider sustainability in respect of business families. A family may have multiple interests and objectives\, and it is imperative that the family wealth manager matches the initiatives appropriately to different objectives. Ms. Leung will raise examples of how families apply corporate sustainability\, sustainable investing\, impact and philanthropy based on their needs and personal beliefs. The framework also clarifies when one may expect investment returns vs generation of positive external impact. Ultimately\, this lecture explores sustainability through different perspectives of families and family wealth\, and contributes to the dialogue from a specific lens.   ABOUT THE SPEAKERMs. Bonnie Leung is currently Programme Director for Master of Family Wealth Management\, offered by The University of Hong Kong. As the Founding Programme Director\, she oversaw the launch and execution of the programme. Her teaching commitments include current trends in family office management\, and sustainable investing and philanthropy in the context of family wealth.  Ms. Leung brings decades of industry experience to the FWM programme. She previously held various COO positions at BlackRock\, one of the world’s largest asset management firms\, including serving as their COO for APAC Client Business. As COO\, Ms. Leung sat on BlackRock’s Global Financial Crime Country Risk Committee\, Global Funds Distributor Oversight Committee\, APAC Investment Oversight Committee\, and APAC Risks & Controls Committee. Subsequently\, Ms. Leung became a founding member of their Asia Pacific sustainable investing team\, leading the Asia ex Japan Sustainable & Transition Solutions business. In this role\, she frequently spoke at large-scale webinars and events in Chinese and English\, representing BlackRock’s views on sustainable investing\, and thus furthering investors’ understanding of sustainable investments Prior to BlackRock\, Ms. Leung was a management consultant at McKinsey & Company\, serving financial institution clients\, both MNC and Asian-based companies. She also led professional development for the Hong Kong office.  Ms. Leung started her professional career as an architect and practised in the New York-based firm\, Kohn Pedersen Fox.  Ms. Leung is a graduate of the Wharton School\, University of Pennsylvania\, where she received an MBA. For her undergraduate studies\, Ms. Leung obtained a B.Arch and a B.Sc.(Arch) from McGill University. 
URL:https://ihss.hku.hk/events/the-population-history-of-china-1368-1953-by-professor-shuji-cao/
LOCATION:Lecture Hall\, G/F\, May Hall\, The University of Hong Kong\, or Via Zoom\, Hong Kong
CATEGORIES:Quantitative History,Quantitative History Book Launch Series
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=Asia/Hong_Kong:20240426T090000
DTEND;TZID=Asia/Hong_Kong:20240426T100000
DTSTAMP:20261109T045453
CREATED:20240602T222153Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260416T103222Z
UID:81600-1714122000-1714125600@ihss.hku.hk
SUMMARY:Tales from a Small North China Commercial Town
DESCRIPTION:ABSTRACT“Sustainability” has become a trendy term within the business world over the last few years – a Morgan Stanley report estimated that sustainable investment funds add up to US$3.56 trillion in AuM as of Dec 31\, 2024[1]\, while a report by MSCI estimated that the size of the global carbon credit market was around USD 1.4 billion[2]. For a while\, investors flocked to such investments with promises that they could generate returns AND at the same time\, make impact to the environment and society. Corporate strategists touted terms such as CSR and ESG to their boards as part of a competitive advantage. Climate scientists drew up risk scenarios for insurers to valuate risks of their policies. Amongst all these varying concepts on sustainability\, how should a family wealth manager separate the wheat from the chaff? What actually matters for a family – carbon emissions\, ESG ratings or social impact? In this presentation\, Ms. Bonnie Leung proposes a simple framework for family wealth managers to consider sustainability in respect of business families. A family may have multiple interests and objectives\, and it is imperative that the family wealth manager matches the initiatives appropriately to different objectives. Ms. Leung will raise examples of how families apply corporate sustainability\, sustainable investing\, impact and philanthropy based on their needs and personal beliefs. The framework also clarifies when one may expect investment returns vs generation of positive external impact. Ultimately\, this lecture explores sustainability through different perspectives of families and family wealth\, and contributes to the dialogue from a specific lens.   ABOUT THE SPEAKERMs. Bonnie Leung is currently Programme Director for Master of Family Wealth Management\, offered by The University of Hong Kong. As the Founding Programme Director\, she oversaw the launch and execution of the programme. Her teaching commitments include current trends in family office management\, and sustainable investing and philanthropy in the context of family wealth.  Ms. Leung brings decades of industry experience to the FWM programme. She previously held various COO positions at BlackRock\, one of the world’s largest asset management firms\, including serving as their COO for APAC Client Business. As COO\, Ms. Leung sat on BlackRock’s Global Financial Crime Country Risk Committee\, Global Funds Distributor Oversight Committee\, APAC Investment Oversight Committee\, and APAC Risks & Controls Committee. Subsequently\, Ms. Leung became a founding member of their Asia Pacific sustainable investing team\, leading the Asia ex Japan Sustainable & Transition Solutions business. In this role\, she frequently spoke at large-scale webinars and events in Chinese and English\, representing BlackRock’s views on sustainable investing\, and thus furthering investors’ understanding of sustainable investments Prior to BlackRock\, Ms. Leung was a management consultant at McKinsey & Company\, serving financial institution clients\, both MNC and Asian-based companies. She also led professional development for the Hong Kong office.  Ms. Leung started her professional career as an architect and practised in the New York-based firm\, Kohn Pedersen Fox.  Ms. Leung is a graduate of the Wharton School\, University of Pennsylvania\, where she received an MBA. For her undergraduate studies\, Ms. Leung obtained a B.Arch and a B.Sc.(Arch) from McGill University. 
URL:https://ihss.hku.hk/events/tales-from-a-small-north-china-commercial-town/
LOCATION:Via Zoom
CATEGORIES:Chinese Business History,Chinese Business History Webinar
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=Asia/Hong_Kong:20240425T160000
DTEND;TZID=Asia/Hong_Kong:20240425T160000
DTSTAMP:20261109T045453
CREATED:20240602T222709Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260416T103222Z
UID:81611-1714060800-1714060800@ihss.hku.hk
SUMMARY:Going Native: Foreign Firms’ Responses to Domestic Boycotts
DESCRIPTION:ABSTRACT“Sustainability” has become a trendy term within the business world over the last few years – a Morgan Stanley report estimated that sustainable investment funds add up to US$3.56 trillion in AuM as of Dec 31\, 2024[1]\, while a report by MSCI estimated that the size of the global carbon credit market was around USD 1.4 billion[2]. For a while\, investors flocked to such investments with promises that they could generate returns AND at the same time\, make impact to the environment and society. Corporate strategists touted terms such as CSR and ESG to their boards as part of a competitive advantage. Climate scientists drew up risk scenarios for insurers to valuate risks of their policies. Amongst all these varying concepts on sustainability\, how should a family wealth manager separate the wheat from the chaff? What actually matters for a family – carbon emissions\, ESG ratings or social impact? In this presentation\, Ms. Bonnie Leung proposes a simple framework for family wealth managers to consider sustainability in respect of business families. A family may have multiple interests and objectives\, and it is imperative that the family wealth manager matches the initiatives appropriately to different objectives. Ms. Leung will raise examples of how families apply corporate sustainability\, sustainable investing\, impact and philanthropy based on their needs and personal beliefs. The framework also clarifies when one may expect investment returns vs generation of positive external impact. Ultimately\, this lecture explores sustainability through different perspectives of families and family wealth\, and contributes to the dialogue from a specific lens.   ABOUT THE SPEAKERMs. Bonnie Leung is currently Programme Director for Master of Family Wealth Management\, offered by The University of Hong Kong. As the Founding Programme Director\, she oversaw the launch and execution of the programme. Her teaching commitments include current trends in family office management\, and sustainable investing and philanthropy in the context of family wealth.  Ms. Leung brings decades of industry experience to the FWM programme. She previously held various COO positions at BlackRock\, one of the world’s largest asset management firms\, including serving as their COO for APAC Client Business. As COO\, Ms. Leung sat on BlackRock’s Global Financial Crime Country Risk Committee\, Global Funds Distributor Oversight Committee\, APAC Investment Oversight Committee\, and APAC Risks & Controls Committee. Subsequently\, Ms. Leung became a founding member of their Asia Pacific sustainable investing team\, leading the Asia ex Japan Sustainable & Transition Solutions business. In this role\, she frequently spoke at large-scale webinars and events in Chinese and English\, representing BlackRock’s views on sustainable investing\, and thus furthering investors’ understanding of sustainable investments Prior to BlackRock\, Ms. Leung was a management consultant at McKinsey & Company\, serving financial institution clients\, both MNC and Asian-based companies. She also led professional development for the Hong Kong office.  Ms. Leung started her professional career as an architect and practised in the New York-based firm\, Kohn Pedersen Fox.  Ms. Leung is a graduate of the Wharton School\, University of Pennsylvania\, where she received an MBA. For her undergraduate studies\, Ms. Leung obtained a B.Arch and a B.Sc.(Arch) from McGill University. 
URL:https://ihss.hku.hk/events/going-native-foreign-firms-responses-to-domestic-boycotts/
LOCATION:Via Zoom
CATEGORIES:Quantitative History,Quantitative History Webinar Series
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=Asia/Hong_Kong:20240423T150000
DTEND;TZID=Asia/Hong_Kong:20240423T163000
DTSTAMP:20261109T045453
CREATED:20240602T224501Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260416T103223Z
UID:81621-1713884400-1713889800@ihss.hku.hk
SUMMARY:Locality God vs. Locals: Ritual Worship as Risk Management in a Sino-Mongolian Mining Encounter
DESCRIPTION:ABSTRACT“Sustainability” has become a trendy term within the business world over the last few years – a Morgan Stanley report estimated that sustainable investment funds add up to US$3.56 trillion in AuM as of Dec 31\, 2024[1]\, while a report by MSCI estimated that the size of the global carbon credit market was around USD 1.4 billion[2]. For a while\, investors flocked to such investments with promises that they could generate returns AND at the same time\, make impact to the environment and society. Corporate strategists touted terms such as CSR and ESG to their boards as part of a competitive advantage. Climate scientists drew up risk scenarios for insurers to valuate risks of their policies. Amongst all these varying concepts on sustainability\, how should a family wealth manager separate the wheat from the chaff? What actually matters for a family – carbon emissions\, ESG ratings or social impact? In this presentation\, Ms. Bonnie Leung proposes a simple framework for family wealth managers to consider sustainability in respect of business families. A family may have multiple interests and objectives\, and it is imperative that the family wealth manager matches the initiatives appropriately to different objectives. Ms. Leung will raise examples of how families apply corporate sustainability\, sustainable investing\, impact and philanthropy based on their needs and personal beliefs. The framework also clarifies when one may expect investment returns vs generation of positive external impact. Ultimately\, this lecture explores sustainability through different perspectives of families and family wealth\, and contributes to the dialogue from a specific lens.   ABOUT THE SPEAKERMs. Bonnie Leung is currently Programme Director for Master of Family Wealth Management\, offered by The University of Hong Kong. As the Founding Programme Director\, she oversaw the launch and execution of the programme. Her teaching commitments include current trends in family office management\, and sustainable investing and philanthropy in the context of family wealth.  Ms. Leung brings decades of industry experience to the FWM programme. She previously held various COO positions at BlackRock\, one of the world’s largest asset management firms\, including serving as their COO for APAC Client Business. As COO\, Ms. Leung sat on BlackRock’s Global Financial Crime Country Risk Committee\, Global Funds Distributor Oversight Committee\, APAC Investment Oversight Committee\, and APAC Risks & Controls Committee. Subsequently\, Ms. Leung became a founding member of their Asia Pacific sustainable investing team\, leading the Asia ex Japan Sustainable & Transition Solutions business. In this role\, she frequently spoke at large-scale webinars and events in Chinese and English\, representing BlackRock’s views on sustainable investing\, and thus furthering investors’ understanding of sustainable investments Prior to BlackRock\, Ms. Leung was a management consultant at McKinsey & Company\, serving financial institution clients\, both MNC and Asian-based companies. She also led professional development for the Hong Kong office.  Ms. Leung started her professional career as an architect and practised in the New York-based firm\, Kohn Pedersen Fox.  Ms. Leung is a graduate of the Wharton School\, University of Pennsylvania\, where she received an MBA. For her undergraduate studies\, Ms. Leung obtained a B.Arch and a B.Sc.(Arch) from McGill University. 
URL:https://ihss.hku.hk/events/locality-god-vs-locals-ritual-worship-as-risk-management-in-a-sino-mongolian-mining-encounter/
LOCATION:Via Zoom
CATEGORIES:ASIAR
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=Asia/Hong_Kong:20240411T160000
DTEND;TZID=Asia/Hong_Kong:20240411T160000
DTSTAMP:20261109T045453
CREATED:20240602T225316Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260416T103221Z
UID:81579-1712851200-1712851200@ihss.hku.hk
SUMMARY:War and the Origins of Chinese Civilization
DESCRIPTION:ABSTRACT“Sustainability” has become a trendy term within the business world over the last few years – a Morgan Stanley report estimated that sustainable investment funds add up to US$3.56 trillion in AuM as of Dec 31\, 2024[1]\, while a report by MSCI estimated that the size of the global carbon credit market was around USD 1.4 billion[2]. For a while\, investors flocked to such investments with promises that they could generate returns AND at the same time\, make impact to the environment and society. Corporate strategists touted terms such as CSR and ESG to their boards as part of a competitive advantage. Climate scientists drew up risk scenarios for insurers to valuate risks of their policies. Amongst all these varying concepts on sustainability\, how should a family wealth manager separate the wheat from the chaff? What actually matters for a family – carbon emissions\, ESG ratings or social impact? In this presentation\, Ms. Bonnie Leung proposes a simple framework for family wealth managers to consider sustainability in respect of business families. A family may have multiple interests and objectives\, and it is imperative that the family wealth manager matches the initiatives appropriately to different objectives. Ms. Leung will raise examples of how families apply corporate sustainability\, sustainable investing\, impact and philanthropy based on their needs and personal beliefs. The framework also clarifies when one may expect investment returns vs generation of positive external impact. Ultimately\, this lecture explores sustainability through different perspectives of families and family wealth\, and contributes to the dialogue from a specific lens.   ABOUT THE SPEAKERMs. Bonnie Leung is currently Programme Director for Master of Family Wealth Management\, offered by The University of Hong Kong. As the Founding Programme Director\, she oversaw the launch and execution of the programme. Her teaching commitments include current trends in family office management\, and sustainable investing and philanthropy in the context of family wealth.  Ms. Leung brings decades of industry experience to the FWM programme. She previously held various COO positions at BlackRock\, one of the world’s largest asset management firms\, including serving as their COO for APAC Client Business. As COO\, Ms. Leung sat on BlackRock’s Global Financial Crime Country Risk Committee\, Global Funds Distributor Oversight Committee\, APAC Investment Oversight Committee\, and APAC Risks & Controls Committee. Subsequently\, Ms. Leung became a founding member of their Asia Pacific sustainable investing team\, leading the Asia ex Japan Sustainable & Transition Solutions business. In this role\, she frequently spoke at large-scale webinars and events in Chinese and English\, representing BlackRock’s views on sustainable investing\, and thus furthering investors’ understanding of sustainable investments Prior to BlackRock\, Ms. Leung was a management consultant at McKinsey & Company\, serving financial institution clients\, both MNC and Asian-based companies. She also led professional development for the Hong Kong office.  Ms. Leung started her professional career as an architect and practised in the New York-based firm\, Kohn Pedersen Fox.  Ms. Leung is a graduate of the Wharton School\, University of Pennsylvania\, where she received an MBA. For her undergraduate studies\, Ms. Leung obtained a B.Arch and a B.Sc.(Arch) from McGill University. 
URL:https://ihss.hku.hk/events/war-and-the-origins-of-chinese-civilization/
LOCATION:Via Zoom
CATEGORIES:Quantitative History,Quantitative History Webinar Series
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=Asia/Hong_Kong:20240410T120000
DTEND;TZID=Asia/Hong_Kong:20240410T133000
DTSTAMP:20261109T045453
CREATED:20240602T225832Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260416T103223Z
UID:81647-1712750400-1712755800@ihss.hku.hk
SUMMARY:Emergence of Chinese Charitable Organizations in the MENA Region: A New Moral Paradigm in a Globalized Charitable Market
DESCRIPTION:ABSTRACT“Sustainability” has become a trendy term within the business world over the last few years – a Morgan Stanley report estimated that sustainable investment funds add up to US$3.56 trillion in AuM as of Dec 31\, 2024[1]\, while a report by MSCI estimated that the size of the global carbon credit market was around USD 1.4 billion[2]. For a while\, investors flocked to such investments with promises that they could generate returns AND at the same time\, make impact to the environment and society. Corporate strategists touted terms such as CSR and ESG to their boards as part of a competitive advantage. Climate scientists drew up risk scenarios for insurers to valuate risks of their policies. Amongst all these varying concepts on sustainability\, how should a family wealth manager separate the wheat from the chaff? What actually matters for a family – carbon emissions\, ESG ratings or social impact? In this presentation\, Ms. Bonnie Leung proposes a simple framework for family wealth managers to consider sustainability in respect of business families. A family may have multiple interests and objectives\, and it is imperative that the family wealth manager matches the initiatives appropriately to different objectives. Ms. Leung will raise examples of how families apply corporate sustainability\, sustainable investing\, impact and philanthropy based on their needs and personal beliefs. The framework also clarifies when one may expect investment returns vs generation of positive external impact. Ultimately\, this lecture explores sustainability through different perspectives of families and family wealth\, and contributes to the dialogue from a specific lens.   ABOUT THE SPEAKERMs. Bonnie Leung is currently Programme Director for Master of Family Wealth Management\, offered by The University of Hong Kong. As the Founding Programme Director\, she oversaw the launch and execution of the programme. Her teaching commitments include current trends in family office management\, and sustainable investing and philanthropy in the context of family wealth.  Ms. Leung brings decades of industry experience to the FWM programme. She previously held various COO positions at BlackRock\, one of the world’s largest asset management firms\, including serving as their COO for APAC Client Business. As COO\, Ms. Leung sat on BlackRock’s Global Financial Crime Country Risk Committee\, Global Funds Distributor Oversight Committee\, APAC Investment Oversight Committee\, and APAC Risks & Controls Committee. Subsequently\, Ms. Leung became a founding member of their Asia Pacific sustainable investing team\, leading the Asia ex Japan Sustainable & Transition Solutions business. In this role\, she frequently spoke at large-scale webinars and events in Chinese and English\, representing BlackRock’s views on sustainable investing\, and thus furthering investors’ understanding of sustainable investments Prior to BlackRock\, Ms. Leung was a management consultant at McKinsey & Company\, serving financial institution clients\, both MNC and Asian-based companies. She also led professional development for the Hong Kong office.  Ms. Leung started her professional career as an architect and practised in the New York-based firm\, Kohn Pedersen Fox.  Ms. Leung is a graduate of the Wharton School\, University of Pennsylvania\, where she received an MBA. For her undergraduate studies\, Ms. Leung obtained a B.Arch and a B.Sc.(Arch) from McGill University. 
URL:https://ihss.hku.hk/events/emergence-of-chinese-charitable-organizations-in-the-mena-region-a-new-moral-paradigm-in-a-globalized-charitable-market/
LOCATION:Room 201\, May Hall\, Hong Kong
CATEGORIES:ASIAR
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=Asia/Hong_Kong:20240409T123000
DTEND;TZID=Asia/Hong_Kong:20240409T133000
DTSTAMP:20261109T045453
CREATED:20240602T230551Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260416T103223Z
UID:81666-1712665800-1712669400@ihss.hku.hk
SUMMARY:The Archaeology of Ancient Southwest Asia: Investigating the Human Past in the Vedi River Valley of Armenia
DESCRIPTION:ABSTRACT“Sustainability” has become a trendy term within the business world over the last few years – a Morgan Stanley report estimated that sustainable investment funds add up to US$3.56 trillion in AuM as of Dec 31\, 2024[1]\, while a report by MSCI estimated that the size of the global carbon credit market was around USD 1.4 billion[2]. For a while\, investors flocked to such investments with promises that they could generate returns AND at the same time\, make impact to the environment and society. Corporate strategists touted terms such as CSR and ESG to their boards as part of a competitive advantage. Climate scientists drew up risk scenarios for insurers to valuate risks of their policies. Amongst all these varying concepts on sustainability\, how should a family wealth manager separate the wheat from the chaff? What actually matters for a family – carbon emissions\, ESG ratings or social impact? In this presentation\, Ms. Bonnie Leung proposes a simple framework for family wealth managers to consider sustainability in respect of business families. A family may have multiple interests and objectives\, and it is imperative that the family wealth manager matches the initiatives appropriately to different objectives. Ms. Leung will raise examples of how families apply corporate sustainability\, sustainable investing\, impact and philanthropy based on their needs and personal beliefs. The framework also clarifies when one may expect investment returns vs generation of positive external impact. Ultimately\, this lecture explores sustainability through different perspectives of families and family wealth\, and contributes to the dialogue from a specific lens.   ABOUT THE SPEAKERMs. Bonnie Leung is currently Programme Director for Master of Family Wealth Management\, offered by The University of Hong Kong. As the Founding Programme Director\, she oversaw the launch and execution of the programme. Her teaching commitments include current trends in family office management\, and sustainable investing and philanthropy in the context of family wealth.  Ms. Leung brings decades of industry experience to the FWM programme. She previously held various COO positions at BlackRock\, one of the world’s largest asset management firms\, including serving as their COO for APAC Client Business. As COO\, Ms. Leung sat on BlackRock’s Global Financial Crime Country Risk Committee\, Global Funds Distributor Oversight Committee\, APAC Investment Oversight Committee\, and APAC Risks & Controls Committee. Subsequently\, Ms. Leung became a founding member of their Asia Pacific sustainable investing team\, leading the Asia ex Japan Sustainable & Transition Solutions business. In this role\, she frequently spoke at large-scale webinars and events in Chinese and English\, representing BlackRock’s views on sustainable investing\, and thus furthering investors’ understanding of sustainable investments Prior to BlackRock\, Ms. Leung was a management consultant at McKinsey & Company\, serving financial institution clients\, both MNC and Asian-based companies. She also led professional development for the Hong Kong office.  Ms. Leung started her professional career as an architect and practised in the New York-based firm\, Kohn Pedersen Fox.  Ms. Leung is a graduate of the Wharton School\, University of Pennsylvania\, where she received an MBA. For her undergraduate studies\, Ms. Leung obtained a B.Arch and a B.Sc.(Arch) from McGill University. 
URL:https://ihss.hku.hk/events/the-archaeology-of-ancient-southwest-asia-investigating-the-human-past-in-the-vedi-river-valley-of-armenia/
LOCATION:Lecture Hall\, G/F\, May Hall\, The University of Hong Kong\, or Via Zoom\, Hong Kong
CATEGORIES:Interdisciplinary Research Seminar Series
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DTSTART;TZID=Asia/Hong_Kong:20240322T090000
DTEND;TZID=Asia/Hong_Kong:20240322T090000
DTSTAMP:20261109T045453
CREATED:20240602T232807Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260416T103223Z
UID:81683-1711098000-1711098000@ihss.hku.hk
SUMMARY:“Flourishing Cities: Past\, Present\, and Future” Reading Group & Research Workshop Session 6
DESCRIPTION:ABSTRACT“Sustainability” has become a trendy term within the business world over the last few years – a Morgan Stanley report estimated that sustainable investment funds add up to US$3.56 trillion in AuM as of Dec 31\, 2024[1]\, while a report by MSCI estimated that the size of the global carbon credit market was around USD 1.4 billion[2]. For a while\, investors flocked to such investments with promises that they could generate returns AND at the same time\, make impact to the environment and society. Corporate strategists touted terms such as CSR and ESG to their boards as part of a competitive advantage. Climate scientists drew up risk scenarios for insurers to valuate risks of their policies. Amongst all these varying concepts on sustainability\, how should a family wealth manager separate the wheat from the chaff? What actually matters for a family – carbon emissions\, ESG ratings or social impact? In this presentation\, Ms. Bonnie Leung proposes a simple framework for family wealth managers to consider sustainability in respect of business families. A family may have multiple interests and objectives\, and it is imperative that the family wealth manager matches the initiatives appropriately to different objectives. Ms. Leung will raise examples of how families apply corporate sustainability\, sustainable investing\, impact and philanthropy based on their needs and personal beliefs. The framework also clarifies when one may expect investment returns vs generation of positive external impact. Ultimately\, this lecture explores sustainability through different perspectives of families and family wealth\, and contributes to the dialogue from a specific lens.   ABOUT THE SPEAKERMs. Bonnie Leung is currently Programme Director for Master of Family Wealth Management\, offered by The University of Hong Kong. As the Founding Programme Director\, she oversaw the launch and execution of the programme. Her teaching commitments include current trends in family office management\, and sustainable investing and philanthropy in the context of family wealth.  Ms. Leung brings decades of industry experience to the FWM programme. She previously held various COO positions at BlackRock\, one of the world’s largest asset management firms\, including serving as their COO for APAC Client Business. As COO\, Ms. Leung sat on BlackRock’s Global Financial Crime Country Risk Committee\, Global Funds Distributor Oversight Committee\, APAC Investment Oversight Committee\, and APAC Risks & Controls Committee. Subsequently\, Ms. Leung became a founding member of their Asia Pacific sustainable investing team\, leading the Asia ex Japan Sustainable & Transition Solutions business. In this role\, she frequently spoke at large-scale webinars and events in Chinese and English\, representing BlackRock’s views on sustainable investing\, and thus furthering investors’ understanding of sustainable investments Prior to BlackRock\, Ms. Leung was a management consultant at McKinsey & Company\, serving financial institution clients\, both MNC and Asian-based companies. She also led professional development for the Hong Kong office.  Ms. Leung started her professional career as an architect and practised in the New York-based firm\, Kohn Pedersen Fox.  Ms. Leung is a graduate of the Wharton School\, University of Pennsylvania\, where she received an MBA. For her undergraduate studies\, Ms. Leung obtained a B.Arch and a B.Sc.(Arch) from McGill University. 
URL:https://ihss.hku.hk/events/flourishing-cities-past-present-and-future-reading-group-research-workshop/
LOCATION:Room 201\, 2/F\, Hong Kong
CATEGORIES:Others
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=Asia/Hong_Kong:20240321T160000
DTEND;TZID=Asia/Hong_Kong:20240321T160000
DTSTAMP:20261109T045453
CREATED:20240603T000852Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260416T103224Z
UID:81704-1711036800-1711036800@ihss.hku.hk
SUMMARY:The Empire Project: Trade Policy in Interwar Canada
DESCRIPTION:ABSTRACT“Sustainability” has become a trendy term within the business world over the last few years – a Morgan Stanley report estimated that sustainable investment funds add up to US$3.56 trillion in AuM as of Dec 31\, 2024[1]\, while a report by MSCI estimated that the size of the global carbon credit market was around USD 1.4 billion[2]. For a while\, investors flocked to such investments with promises that they could generate returns AND at the same time\, make impact to the environment and society. Corporate strategists touted terms such as CSR and ESG to their boards as part of a competitive advantage. Climate scientists drew up risk scenarios for insurers to valuate risks of their policies. Amongst all these varying concepts on sustainability\, how should a family wealth manager separate the wheat from the chaff? What actually matters for a family – carbon emissions\, ESG ratings or social impact? In this presentation\, Ms. Bonnie Leung proposes a simple framework for family wealth managers to consider sustainability in respect of business families. A family may have multiple interests and objectives\, and it is imperative that the family wealth manager matches the initiatives appropriately to different objectives. Ms. Leung will raise examples of how families apply corporate sustainability\, sustainable investing\, impact and philanthropy based on their needs and personal beliefs. The framework also clarifies when one may expect investment returns vs generation of positive external impact. Ultimately\, this lecture explores sustainability through different perspectives of families and family wealth\, and contributes to the dialogue from a specific lens.   ABOUT THE SPEAKERMs. Bonnie Leung is currently Programme Director for Master of Family Wealth Management\, offered by The University of Hong Kong. As the Founding Programme Director\, she oversaw the launch and execution of the programme. Her teaching commitments include current trends in family office management\, and sustainable investing and philanthropy in the context of family wealth.  Ms. Leung brings decades of industry experience to the FWM programme. She previously held various COO positions at BlackRock\, one of the world’s largest asset management firms\, including serving as their COO for APAC Client Business. As COO\, Ms. Leung sat on BlackRock’s Global Financial Crime Country Risk Committee\, Global Funds Distributor Oversight Committee\, APAC Investment Oversight Committee\, and APAC Risks & Controls Committee. Subsequently\, Ms. Leung became a founding member of their Asia Pacific sustainable investing team\, leading the Asia ex Japan Sustainable & Transition Solutions business. In this role\, she frequently spoke at large-scale webinars and events in Chinese and English\, representing BlackRock’s views on sustainable investing\, and thus furthering investors’ understanding of sustainable investments Prior to BlackRock\, Ms. Leung was a management consultant at McKinsey & Company\, serving financial institution clients\, both MNC and Asian-based companies. She also led professional development for the Hong Kong office.  Ms. Leung started her professional career as an architect and practised in the New York-based firm\, Kohn Pedersen Fox.  Ms. Leung is a graduate of the Wharton School\, University of Pennsylvania\, where she received an MBA. For her undergraduate studies\, Ms. Leung obtained a B.Arch and a B.Sc.(Arch) from McGill University. 
URL:https://ihss.hku.hk/events/the-empire-project-trade-policy-in-interwar-canada/
LOCATION:Via Zoom
CATEGORIES:Quantitative History,Quantitative History Webinar Series
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=Asia/Hong_Kong:20240319T100000
DTEND;TZID=Asia/Hong_Kong:20240319T113000
DTSTAMP:20261109T045453
CREATED:20240603T001616Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260416T103225Z
UID:81722-1710842400-1710847800@ihss.hku.hk
SUMMARY:The Rise and Fall of Economic-Centered Coalitions in China’s Belt and Road Initiative
DESCRIPTION:ABSTRACT“Sustainability” has become a trendy term within the business world over the last few years – a Morgan Stanley report estimated that sustainable investment funds add up to US$3.56 trillion in AuM as of Dec 31\, 2024[1]\, while a report by MSCI estimated that the size of the global carbon credit market was around USD 1.4 billion[2]. For a while\, investors flocked to such investments with promises that they could generate returns AND at the same time\, make impact to the environment and society. Corporate strategists touted terms such as CSR and ESG to their boards as part of a competitive advantage. Climate scientists drew up risk scenarios for insurers to valuate risks of their policies. Amongst all these varying concepts on sustainability\, how should a family wealth manager separate the wheat from the chaff? What actually matters for a family – carbon emissions\, ESG ratings or social impact? In this presentation\, Ms. Bonnie Leung proposes a simple framework for family wealth managers to consider sustainability in respect of business families. A family may have multiple interests and objectives\, and it is imperative that the family wealth manager matches the initiatives appropriately to different objectives. Ms. Leung will raise examples of how families apply corporate sustainability\, sustainable investing\, impact and philanthropy based on their needs and personal beliefs. The framework also clarifies when one may expect investment returns vs generation of positive external impact. Ultimately\, this lecture explores sustainability through different perspectives of families and family wealth\, and contributes to the dialogue from a specific lens.   ABOUT THE SPEAKERMs. Bonnie Leung is currently Programme Director for Master of Family Wealth Management\, offered by The University of Hong Kong. As the Founding Programme Director\, she oversaw the launch and execution of the programme. Her teaching commitments include current trends in family office management\, and sustainable investing and philanthropy in the context of family wealth.  Ms. Leung brings decades of industry experience to the FWM programme. She previously held various COO positions at BlackRock\, one of the world’s largest asset management firms\, including serving as their COO for APAC Client Business. As COO\, Ms. Leung sat on BlackRock’s Global Financial Crime Country Risk Committee\, Global Funds Distributor Oversight Committee\, APAC Investment Oversight Committee\, and APAC Risks & Controls Committee. Subsequently\, Ms. Leung became a founding member of their Asia Pacific sustainable investing team\, leading the Asia ex Japan Sustainable & Transition Solutions business. In this role\, she frequently spoke at large-scale webinars and events in Chinese and English\, representing BlackRock’s views on sustainable investing\, and thus furthering investors’ understanding of sustainable investments Prior to BlackRock\, Ms. Leung was a management consultant at McKinsey & Company\, serving financial institution clients\, both MNC and Asian-based companies. She also led professional development for the Hong Kong office.  Ms. Leung started her professional career as an architect and practised in the New York-based firm\, Kohn Pedersen Fox.  Ms. Leung is a graduate of the Wharton School\, University of Pennsylvania\, where she received an MBA. For her undergraduate studies\, Ms. Leung obtained a B.Arch and a B.Sc.(Arch) from McGill University. 
URL:https://ihss.hku.hk/events/the-rise-and-fall-of-economic-centered-coalitions-in-chinas-belt-and-road-initiative/
LOCATION:Via Zoom
CATEGORIES:ASIAR
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=Asia/Hong_Kong:20240315T170000
DTEND;TZID=Asia/Hong_Kong:20240315T180000
DTSTAMP:20261109T045453
CREATED:20240603T002625Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260416T103225Z
UID:81736-1710522000-1710525600@ihss.hku.hk
SUMMARY:The Making of China’s Post Office: Sovereignty\, Modernization\, and the Connection of a Nation
DESCRIPTION:ABSTRACT“Sustainability” has become a trendy term within the business world over the last few years – a Morgan Stanley report estimated that sustainable investment funds add up to US$3.56 trillion in AuM as of Dec 31\, 2024[1]\, while a report by MSCI estimated that the size of the global carbon credit market was around USD 1.4 billion[2]. For a while\, investors flocked to such investments with promises that they could generate returns AND at the same time\, make impact to the environment and society. Corporate strategists touted terms such as CSR and ESG to their boards as part of a competitive advantage. Climate scientists drew up risk scenarios for insurers to valuate risks of their policies. Amongst all these varying concepts on sustainability\, how should a family wealth manager separate the wheat from the chaff? What actually matters for a family – carbon emissions\, ESG ratings or social impact? In this presentation\, Ms. Bonnie Leung proposes a simple framework for family wealth managers to consider sustainability in respect of business families. A family may have multiple interests and objectives\, and it is imperative that the family wealth manager matches the initiatives appropriately to different objectives. Ms. Leung will raise examples of how families apply corporate sustainability\, sustainable investing\, impact and philanthropy based on their needs and personal beliefs. The framework also clarifies when one may expect investment returns vs generation of positive external impact. Ultimately\, this lecture explores sustainability through different perspectives of families and family wealth\, and contributes to the dialogue from a specific lens.   ABOUT THE SPEAKERMs. Bonnie Leung is currently Programme Director for Master of Family Wealth Management\, offered by The University of Hong Kong. As the Founding Programme Director\, she oversaw the launch and execution of the programme. Her teaching commitments include current trends in family office management\, and sustainable investing and philanthropy in the context of family wealth.  Ms. Leung brings decades of industry experience to the FWM programme. She previously held various COO positions at BlackRock\, one of the world’s largest asset management firms\, including serving as their COO for APAC Client Business. As COO\, Ms. Leung sat on BlackRock’s Global Financial Crime Country Risk Committee\, Global Funds Distributor Oversight Committee\, APAC Investment Oversight Committee\, and APAC Risks & Controls Committee. Subsequently\, Ms. Leung became a founding member of their Asia Pacific sustainable investing team\, leading the Asia ex Japan Sustainable & Transition Solutions business. In this role\, she frequently spoke at large-scale webinars and events in Chinese and English\, representing BlackRock’s views on sustainable investing\, and thus furthering investors’ understanding of sustainable investments Prior to BlackRock\, Ms. Leung was a management consultant at McKinsey & Company\, serving financial institution clients\, both MNC and Asian-based companies. She also led professional development for the Hong Kong office.  Ms. Leung started her professional career as an architect and practised in the New York-based firm\, Kohn Pedersen Fox.  Ms. Leung is a graduate of the Wharton School\, University of Pennsylvania\, where she received an MBA. For her undergraduate studies\, Ms. Leung obtained a B.Arch and a B.Sc.(Arch) from McGill University. 
URL:https://ihss.hku.hk/events/the-making-of-chinas-post-office-sovereignty-modernization-and-the-connection-of-a-nation/
LOCATION:Via Zoom
CATEGORIES:Chinese Business History,Chinese Business History Webinar
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=Asia/Hong_Kong:20240312T123000
DTEND;TZID=Asia/Hong_Kong:20240312T133000
DTSTAMP:20261109T045453
CREATED:20240603T003456Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260416T103226Z
UID:81753-1710246600-1710250200@ihss.hku.hk
SUMMARY:Blacky\, Tramp\, and Bobby: The Forgotten Dog Purge in Hong Kong’s Progressive Seventies
DESCRIPTION:ABSTRACT“Sustainability” has become a trendy term within the business world over the last few years – a Morgan Stanley report estimated that sustainable investment funds add up to US$3.56 trillion in AuM as of Dec 31\, 2024[1]\, while a report by MSCI estimated that the size of the global carbon credit market was around USD 1.4 billion[2]. For a while\, investors flocked to such investments with promises that they could generate returns AND at the same time\, make impact to the environment and society. Corporate strategists touted terms such as CSR and ESG to their boards as part of a competitive advantage. Climate scientists drew up risk scenarios for insurers to valuate risks of their policies. Amongst all these varying concepts on sustainability\, how should a family wealth manager separate the wheat from the chaff? What actually matters for a family – carbon emissions\, ESG ratings or social impact? In this presentation\, Ms. Bonnie Leung proposes a simple framework for family wealth managers to consider sustainability in respect of business families. A family may have multiple interests and objectives\, and it is imperative that the family wealth manager matches the initiatives appropriately to different objectives. Ms. Leung will raise examples of how families apply corporate sustainability\, sustainable investing\, impact and philanthropy based on their needs and personal beliefs. The framework also clarifies when one may expect investment returns vs generation of positive external impact. Ultimately\, this lecture explores sustainability through different perspectives of families and family wealth\, and contributes to the dialogue from a specific lens.   ABOUT THE SPEAKERMs. Bonnie Leung is currently Programme Director for Master of Family Wealth Management\, offered by The University of Hong Kong. As the Founding Programme Director\, she oversaw the launch and execution of the programme. Her teaching commitments include current trends in family office management\, and sustainable investing and philanthropy in the context of family wealth.  Ms. Leung brings decades of industry experience to the FWM programme. She previously held various COO positions at BlackRock\, one of the world’s largest asset management firms\, including serving as their COO for APAC Client Business. As COO\, Ms. Leung sat on BlackRock’s Global Financial Crime Country Risk Committee\, Global Funds Distributor Oversight Committee\, APAC Investment Oversight Committee\, and APAC Risks & Controls Committee. Subsequently\, Ms. Leung became a founding member of their Asia Pacific sustainable investing team\, leading the Asia ex Japan Sustainable & Transition Solutions business. In this role\, she frequently spoke at large-scale webinars and events in Chinese and English\, representing BlackRock’s views on sustainable investing\, and thus furthering investors’ understanding of sustainable investments Prior to BlackRock\, Ms. Leung was a management consultant at McKinsey & Company\, serving financial institution clients\, both MNC and Asian-based companies. She also led professional development for the Hong Kong office.  Ms. Leung started her professional career as an architect and practised in the New York-based firm\, Kohn Pedersen Fox.  Ms. Leung is a graduate of the Wharton School\, University of Pennsylvania\, where she received an MBA. For her undergraduate studies\, Ms. Leung obtained a B.Arch and a B.Sc.(Arch) from McGill University. 
URL:https://ihss.hku.hk/events/blacky-tramp-and-bobby-the-forgotten-dog-purge-in-hong-kongs-progressive-seventies/
LOCATION:Lecture Hall\, G/F\, May Hall\, The University of Hong Kong\, or Via Zoom\, Hong Kong
CATEGORIES:Interdisciplinary Research Seminar Series
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=Asia/Hong_Kong:20240301T103000
DTEND;TZID=Asia/Hong_Kong:20240301T120000
DTSTAMP:20261109T045453
CREATED:20240603T004143Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260416T103226Z
UID:81772-1709289000-1709294400@ihss.hku.hk
SUMMARY:Ritual and Religion in Chinese History and Anthropology
DESCRIPTION:ABSTRACT“Sustainability” has become a trendy term within the business world over the last few years – a Morgan Stanley report estimated that sustainable investment funds add up to US$3.56 trillion in AuM as of Dec 31\, 2024[1]\, while a report by MSCI estimated that the size of the global carbon credit market was around USD 1.4 billion[2]. For a while\, investors flocked to such investments with promises that they could generate returns AND at the same time\, make impact to the environment and society. Corporate strategists touted terms such as CSR and ESG to their boards as part of a competitive advantage. Climate scientists drew up risk scenarios for insurers to valuate risks of their policies. Amongst all these varying concepts on sustainability\, how should a family wealth manager separate the wheat from the chaff? What actually matters for a family – carbon emissions\, ESG ratings or social impact? In this presentation\, Ms. Bonnie Leung proposes a simple framework for family wealth managers to consider sustainability in respect of business families. A family may have multiple interests and objectives\, and it is imperative that the family wealth manager matches the initiatives appropriately to different objectives. Ms. Leung will raise examples of how families apply corporate sustainability\, sustainable investing\, impact and philanthropy based on their needs and personal beliefs. The framework also clarifies when one may expect investment returns vs generation of positive external impact. Ultimately\, this lecture explores sustainability through different perspectives of families and family wealth\, and contributes to the dialogue from a specific lens.   ABOUT THE SPEAKERMs. Bonnie Leung is currently Programme Director for Master of Family Wealth Management\, offered by The University of Hong Kong. As the Founding Programme Director\, she oversaw the launch and execution of the programme. Her teaching commitments include current trends in family office management\, and sustainable investing and philanthropy in the context of family wealth.  Ms. Leung brings decades of industry experience to the FWM programme. She previously held various COO positions at BlackRock\, one of the world’s largest asset management firms\, including serving as their COO for APAC Client Business. As COO\, Ms. Leung sat on BlackRock’s Global Financial Crime Country Risk Committee\, Global Funds Distributor Oversight Committee\, APAC Investment Oversight Committee\, and APAC Risks & Controls Committee. Subsequently\, Ms. Leung became a founding member of their Asia Pacific sustainable investing team\, leading the Asia ex Japan Sustainable & Transition Solutions business. In this role\, she frequently spoke at large-scale webinars and events in Chinese and English\, representing BlackRock’s views on sustainable investing\, and thus furthering investors’ understanding of sustainable investments Prior to BlackRock\, Ms. Leung was a management consultant at McKinsey & Company\, serving financial institution clients\, both MNC and Asian-based companies. She also led professional development for the Hong Kong office.  Ms. Leung started her professional career as an architect and practised in the New York-based firm\, Kohn Pedersen Fox.  Ms. Leung is a graduate of the Wharton School\, University of Pennsylvania\, where she received an MBA. For her undergraduate studies\, Ms. Leung obtained a B.Arch and a B.Sc.(Arch) from McGill University. 
URL:https://ihss.hku.hk/events/ritual-and-religion-in-chinese-history-and-anthropology/
LOCATION:Room 201\, May Hall\, The University of Hong Kong\, or Via Zoom
CATEGORIES:ASIAR
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=Asia/Hong_Kong:20240229T220000
DTEND;TZID=Asia/Hong_Kong:20240229T220000
DTSTAMP:20261109T045453
CREATED:20240603T004944Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260416T103227Z
UID:81788-1709244000-1709244000@ihss.hku.hk
SUMMARY:The State Civilian Granary System and Price Stability\, 1741-1856
DESCRIPTION:ABSTRACT“Sustainability” has become a trendy term within the business world over the last few years – a Morgan Stanley report estimated that sustainable investment funds add up to US$3.56 trillion in AuM as of Dec 31\, 2024[1]\, while a report by MSCI estimated that the size of the global carbon credit market was around USD 1.4 billion[2]. For a while\, investors flocked to such investments with promises that they could generate returns AND at the same time\, make impact to the environment and society. Corporate strategists touted terms such as CSR and ESG to their boards as part of a competitive advantage. Climate scientists drew up risk scenarios for insurers to valuate risks of their policies. Amongst all these varying concepts on sustainability\, how should a family wealth manager separate the wheat from the chaff? What actually matters for a family – carbon emissions\, ESG ratings or social impact? In this presentation\, Ms. Bonnie Leung proposes a simple framework for family wealth managers to consider sustainability in respect of business families. A family may have multiple interests and objectives\, and it is imperative that the family wealth manager matches the initiatives appropriately to different objectives. Ms. Leung will raise examples of how families apply corporate sustainability\, sustainable investing\, impact and philanthropy based on their needs and personal beliefs. The framework also clarifies when one may expect investment returns vs generation of positive external impact. Ultimately\, this lecture explores sustainability through different perspectives of families and family wealth\, and contributes to the dialogue from a specific lens.   ABOUT THE SPEAKERMs. Bonnie Leung is currently Programme Director for Master of Family Wealth Management\, offered by The University of Hong Kong. As the Founding Programme Director\, she oversaw the launch and execution of the programme. Her teaching commitments include current trends in family office management\, and sustainable investing and philanthropy in the context of family wealth.  Ms. Leung brings decades of industry experience to the FWM programme. She previously held various COO positions at BlackRock\, one of the world’s largest asset management firms\, including serving as their COO for APAC Client Business. As COO\, Ms. Leung sat on BlackRock’s Global Financial Crime Country Risk Committee\, Global Funds Distributor Oversight Committee\, APAC Investment Oversight Committee\, and APAC Risks & Controls Committee. Subsequently\, Ms. Leung became a founding member of their Asia Pacific sustainable investing team\, leading the Asia ex Japan Sustainable & Transition Solutions business. In this role\, she frequently spoke at large-scale webinars and events in Chinese and English\, representing BlackRock’s views on sustainable investing\, and thus furthering investors’ understanding of sustainable investments Prior to BlackRock\, Ms. Leung was a management consultant at McKinsey & Company\, serving financial institution clients\, both MNC and Asian-based companies. She also led professional development for the Hong Kong office.  Ms. Leung started her professional career as an architect and practised in the New York-based firm\, Kohn Pedersen Fox.  Ms. Leung is a graduate of the Wharton School\, University of Pennsylvania\, where she received an MBA. For her undergraduate studies\, Ms. Leung obtained a B.Arch and a B.Sc.(Arch) from McGill University. 
URL:https://ihss.hku.hk/events/the-state-civilian-granary-system-and-price-stability-1741-1856/
LOCATION:Via Zoom
CATEGORIES:Quantitative History,Quantitative History Webinar Series
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=Asia/Hong_Kong:20240223T090000
DTEND;TZID=Asia/Hong_Kong:20240223T090000
DTSTAMP:20261109T045453
CREATED:20240603T010413Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260416T103227Z
UID:81801-1708678800-1708678800@ihss.hku.hk
SUMMARY:“Flourishing Cities: Past\, Present\, and Future” Reading Group & Research Workshop Session 5
DESCRIPTION:ABSTRACT“Sustainability” has become a trendy term within the business world over the last few years – a Morgan Stanley report estimated that sustainable investment funds add up to US$3.56 trillion in AuM as of Dec 31\, 2024[1]\, while a report by MSCI estimated that the size of the global carbon credit market was around USD 1.4 billion[2]. For a while\, investors flocked to such investments with promises that they could generate returns AND at the same time\, make impact to the environment and society. Corporate strategists touted terms such as CSR and ESG to their boards as part of a competitive advantage. Climate scientists drew up risk scenarios for insurers to valuate risks of their policies. Amongst all these varying concepts on sustainability\, how should a family wealth manager separate the wheat from the chaff? What actually matters for a family – carbon emissions\, ESG ratings or social impact? In this presentation\, Ms. Bonnie Leung proposes a simple framework for family wealth managers to consider sustainability in respect of business families. A family may have multiple interests and objectives\, and it is imperative that the family wealth manager matches the initiatives appropriately to different objectives. Ms. Leung will raise examples of how families apply corporate sustainability\, sustainable investing\, impact and philanthropy based on their needs and personal beliefs. The framework also clarifies when one may expect investment returns vs generation of positive external impact. Ultimately\, this lecture explores sustainability through different perspectives of families and family wealth\, and contributes to the dialogue from a specific lens.   ABOUT THE SPEAKERMs. Bonnie Leung is currently Programme Director for Master of Family Wealth Management\, offered by The University of Hong Kong. As the Founding Programme Director\, she oversaw the launch and execution of the programme. Her teaching commitments include current trends in family office management\, and sustainable investing and philanthropy in the context of family wealth.  Ms. Leung brings decades of industry experience to the FWM programme. She previously held various COO positions at BlackRock\, one of the world’s largest asset management firms\, including serving as their COO for APAC Client Business. As COO\, Ms. Leung sat on BlackRock’s Global Financial Crime Country Risk Committee\, Global Funds Distributor Oversight Committee\, APAC Investment Oversight Committee\, and APAC Risks & Controls Committee. Subsequently\, Ms. Leung became a founding member of their Asia Pacific sustainable investing team\, leading the Asia ex Japan Sustainable & Transition Solutions business. In this role\, she frequently spoke at large-scale webinars and events in Chinese and English\, representing BlackRock’s views on sustainable investing\, and thus furthering investors’ understanding of sustainable investments Prior to BlackRock\, Ms. Leung was a management consultant at McKinsey & Company\, serving financial institution clients\, both MNC and Asian-based companies. She also led professional development for the Hong Kong office.  Ms. Leung started her professional career as an architect and practised in the New York-based firm\, Kohn Pedersen Fox.  Ms. Leung is a graduate of the Wharton School\, University of Pennsylvania\, where she received an MBA. For her undergraduate studies\, Ms. Leung obtained a B.Arch and a B.Sc.(Arch) from McGill University. 
URL:https://ihss.hku.hk/events/flourishing-cities-past-present-and-future-reading-group-research-workshop-session-5/
LOCATION:Room 201\, 2/F\, Hong Kong
CATEGORIES:Others
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DTSTART;TZID=Asia/Hong_Kong:20240222T160000
DTEND;TZID=Asia/Hong_Kong:20240222T160000
DTSTAMP:20261109T045453
CREATED:20240603T011447Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260416T103227Z
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SUMMARY:The Impact of the 1901 Land Title Deed Act on Bangkok’s Urban Land Market
DESCRIPTION:ABSTRACT“Sustainability” has become a trendy term within the business world over the last few years – a Morgan Stanley report estimated that sustainable investment funds add up to US$3.56 trillion in AuM as of Dec 31\, 2024[1]\, while a report by MSCI estimated that the size of the global carbon credit market was around USD 1.4 billion[2]. For a while\, investors flocked to such investments with promises that they could generate returns AND at the same time\, make impact to the environment and society. Corporate strategists touted terms such as CSR and ESG to their boards as part of a competitive advantage. Climate scientists drew up risk scenarios for insurers to valuate risks of their policies. Amongst all these varying concepts on sustainability\, how should a family wealth manager separate the wheat from the chaff? What actually matters for a family – carbon emissions\, ESG ratings or social impact? In this presentation\, Ms. Bonnie Leung proposes a simple framework for family wealth managers to consider sustainability in respect of business families. A family may have multiple interests and objectives\, and it is imperative that the family wealth manager matches the initiatives appropriately to different objectives. Ms. Leung will raise examples of how families apply corporate sustainability\, sustainable investing\, impact and philanthropy based on their needs and personal beliefs. The framework also clarifies when one may expect investment returns vs generation of positive external impact. Ultimately\, this lecture explores sustainability through different perspectives of families and family wealth\, and contributes to the dialogue from a specific lens.   ABOUT THE SPEAKERMs. Bonnie Leung is currently Programme Director for Master of Family Wealth Management\, offered by The University of Hong Kong. As the Founding Programme Director\, she oversaw the launch and execution of the programme. Her teaching commitments include current trends in family office management\, and sustainable investing and philanthropy in the context of family wealth.  Ms. Leung brings decades of industry experience to the FWM programme. She previously held various COO positions at BlackRock\, one of the world’s largest asset management firms\, including serving as their COO for APAC Client Business. As COO\, Ms. Leung sat on BlackRock’s Global Financial Crime Country Risk Committee\, Global Funds Distributor Oversight Committee\, APAC Investment Oversight Committee\, and APAC Risks & Controls Committee. Subsequently\, Ms. Leung became a founding member of their Asia Pacific sustainable investing team\, leading the Asia ex Japan Sustainable & Transition Solutions business. In this role\, she frequently spoke at large-scale webinars and events in Chinese and English\, representing BlackRock’s views on sustainable investing\, and thus furthering investors’ understanding of sustainable investments Prior to BlackRock\, Ms. Leung was a management consultant at McKinsey & Company\, serving financial institution clients\, both MNC and Asian-based companies. She also led professional development for the Hong Kong office.  Ms. Leung started her professional career as an architect and practised in the New York-based firm\, Kohn Pedersen Fox.  Ms. Leung is a graduate of the Wharton School\, University of Pennsylvania\, where she received an MBA. For her undergraduate studies\, Ms. Leung obtained a B.Arch and a B.Sc.(Arch) from McGill University. 
URL:https://ihss.hku.hk/events/the-impact-of-the-1901-land-title-deed-act-on-bangkoks-urban-land-market/
LOCATION:Via Zoom
CATEGORIES:Quantitative History,Quantitative History Webinar Series
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DTSTART;TZID=Asia/Hong_Kong:20240208T100000
DTEND;TZID=Asia/Hong_Kong:20240208T100000
DTSTAMP:20261109T045453
CREATED:20240603T173634Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260416T103228Z
UID:81826-1707386400-1707386400@ihss.hku.hk
SUMMARY:Fiscal Innovation and the Origins of Paper Currency in Song China (960-1276)
DESCRIPTION:ABSTRACT“Sustainability” has become a trendy term within the business world over the last few years – a Morgan Stanley report estimated that sustainable investment funds add up to US$3.56 trillion in AuM as of Dec 31\, 2024[1]\, while a report by MSCI estimated that the size of the global carbon credit market was around USD 1.4 billion[2]. For a while\, investors flocked to such investments with promises that they could generate returns AND at the same time\, make impact to the environment and society. Corporate strategists touted terms such as CSR and ESG to their boards as part of a competitive advantage. Climate scientists drew up risk scenarios for insurers to valuate risks of their policies. Amongst all these varying concepts on sustainability\, how should a family wealth manager separate the wheat from the chaff? What actually matters for a family – carbon emissions\, ESG ratings or social impact? In this presentation\, Ms. Bonnie Leung proposes a simple framework for family wealth managers to consider sustainability in respect of business families. A family may have multiple interests and objectives\, and it is imperative that the family wealth manager matches the initiatives appropriately to different objectives. Ms. Leung will raise examples of how families apply corporate sustainability\, sustainable investing\, impact and philanthropy based on their needs and personal beliefs. The framework also clarifies when one may expect investment returns vs generation of positive external impact. Ultimately\, this lecture explores sustainability through different perspectives of families and family wealth\, and contributes to the dialogue from a specific lens.   ABOUT THE SPEAKERMs. Bonnie Leung is currently Programme Director for Master of Family Wealth Management\, offered by The University of Hong Kong. As the Founding Programme Director\, she oversaw the launch and execution of the programme. Her teaching commitments include current trends in family office management\, and sustainable investing and philanthropy in the context of family wealth.  Ms. Leung brings decades of industry experience to the FWM programme. She previously held various COO positions at BlackRock\, one of the world’s largest asset management firms\, including serving as their COO for APAC Client Business. As COO\, Ms. Leung sat on BlackRock’s Global Financial Crime Country Risk Committee\, Global Funds Distributor Oversight Committee\, APAC Investment Oversight Committee\, and APAC Risks & Controls Committee. Subsequently\, Ms. Leung became a founding member of their Asia Pacific sustainable investing team\, leading the Asia ex Japan Sustainable & Transition Solutions business. In this role\, she frequently spoke at large-scale webinars and events in Chinese and English\, representing BlackRock’s views on sustainable investing\, and thus furthering investors’ understanding of sustainable investments Prior to BlackRock\, Ms. Leung was a management consultant at McKinsey & Company\, serving financial institution clients\, both MNC and Asian-based companies. She also led professional development for the Hong Kong office.  Ms. Leung started her professional career as an architect and practised in the New York-based firm\, Kohn Pedersen Fox.  Ms. Leung is a graduate of the Wharton School\, University of Pennsylvania\, where she received an MBA. For her undergraduate studies\, Ms. Leung obtained a B.Arch and a B.Sc.(Arch) from McGill University. 
URL:https://ihss.hku.hk/events/fiscal-innovation-and-the-origins-of-paper-currency-in-song-china-960-1276/
LOCATION:Via Zoom
CATEGORIES:Quantitative History,Quantitative History Webinar Series
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DTSTART;TZID=Asia/Hong_Kong:20240206T140000
DTEND;TZID=Asia/Hong_Kong:20240206T153000
DTSTAMP:20261109T045453
CREATED:20240603T174703Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260416T103228Z
UID:81859-1707228000-1707233400@ihss.hku.hk
SUMMARY:Unveiling China's 'Muslim Diplomacy' in Indonesia: Strategies to Counter Criticism on Xinjiang
DESCRIPTION:ABSTRACT“Sustainability” has become a trendy term within the business world over the last few years – a Morgan Stanley report estimated that sustainable investment funds add up to US$3.56 trillion in AuM as of Dec 31\, 2024[1]\, while a report by MSCI estimated that the size of the global carbon credit market was around USD 1.4 billion[2]. For a while\, investors flocked to such investments with promises that they could generate returns AND at the same time\, make impact to the environment and society. Corporate strategists touted terms such as CSR and ESG to their boards as part of a competitive advantage. Climate scientists drew up risk scenarios for insurers to valuate risks of their policies. Amongst all these varying concepts on sustainability\, how should a family wealth manager separate the wheat from the chaff? What actually matters for a family – carbon emissions\, ESG ratings or social impact? In this presentation\, Ms. Bonnie Leung proposes a simple framework for family wealth managers to consider sustainability in respect of business families. A family may have multiple interests and objectives\, and it is imperative that the family wealth manager matches the initiatives appropriately to different objectives. Ms. Leung will raise examples of how families apply corporate sustainability\, sustainable investing\, impact and philanthropy based on their needs and personal beliefs. The framework also clarifies when one may expect investment returns vs generation of positive external impact. Ultimately\, this lecture explores sustainability through different perspectives of families and family wealth\, and contributes to the dialogue from a specific lens.   ABOUT THE SPEAKERMs. Bonnie Leung is currently Programme Director for Master of Family Wealth Management\, offered by The University of Hong Kong. As the Founding Programme Director\, she oversaw the launch and execution of the programme. Her teaching commitments include current trends in family office management\, and sustainable investing and philanthropy in the context of family wealth.  Ms. Leung brings decades of industry experience to the FWM programme. She previously held various COO positions at BlackRock\, one of the world’s largest asset management firms\, including serving as their COO for APAC Client Business. As COO\, Ms. Leung sat on BlackRock’s Global Financial Crime Country Risk Committee\, Global Funds Distributor Oversight Committee\, APAC Investment Oversight Committee\, and APAC Risks & Controls Committee. Subsequently\, Ms. Leung became a founding member of their Asia Pacific sustainable investing team\, leading the Asia ex Japan Sustainable & Transition Solutions business. In this role\, she frequently spoke at large-scale webinars and events in Chinese and English\, representing BlackRock’s views on sustainable investing\, and thus furthering investors’ understanding of sustainable investments Prior to BlackRock\, Ms. Leung was a management consultant at McKinsey & Company\, serving financial institution clients\, both MNC and Asian-based companies. She also led professional development for the Hong Kong office.  Ms. Leung started her professional career as an architect and practised in the New York-based firm\, Kohn Pedersen Fox.  Ms. Leung is a graduate of the Wharton School\, University of Pennsylvania\, where she received an MBA. For her undergraduate studies\, Ms. Leung obtained a B.Arch and a B.Sc.(Arch) from McGill University. 
URL:https://ihss.hku.hk/events/unveiling-chinas-muslim-diplomacy-in-indonesia-strategies-to-counter-criticism-on-xinjiang/
LOCATION:Room 201\, May Hall\, The University of Hong Kong\, Hong Kong
CATEGORIES:ASIAR
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DTSTART;TZID=Asia/Hong_Kong:20240130T160000
DTEND;TZID=Asia/Hong_Kong:20240130T180000
DTSTAMP:20261109T045453
CREATED:20240603T175535Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260416T103228Z
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SUMMARY:Public Dialogue “The Future of Civilization: Where is Humanity going?”
DESCRIPTION:ABSTRACT“Sustainability” has become a trendy term within the business world over the last few years – a Morgan Stanley report estimated that sustainable investment funds add up to US$3.56 trillion in AuM as of Dec 31\, 2024[1]\, while a report by MSCI estimated that the size of the global carbon credit market was around USD 1.4 billion[2]. For a while\, investors flocked to such investments with promises that they could generate returns AND at the same time\, make impact to the environment and society. Corporate strategists touted terms such as CSR and ESG to their boards as part of a competitive advantage. Climate scientists drew up risk scenarios for insurers to valuate risks of their policies. Amongst all these varying concepts on sustainability\, how should a family wealth manager separate the wheat from the chaff? What actually matters for a family – carbon emissions\, ESG ratings or social impact? In this presentation\, Ms. Bonnie Leung proposes a simple framework for family wealth managers to consider sustainability in respect of business families. A family may have multiple interests and objectives\, and it is imperative that the family wealth manager matches the initiatives appropriately to different objectives. Ms. Leung will raise examples of how families apply corporate sustainability\, sustainable investing\, impact and philanthropy based on their needs and personal beliefs. The framework also clarifies when one may expect investment returns vs generation of positive external impact. Ultimately\, this lecture explores sustainability through different perspectives of families and family wealth\, and contributes to the dialogue from a specific lens.   ABOUT THE SPEAKERMs. Bonnie Leung is currently Programme Director for Master of Family Wealth Management\, offered by The University of Hong Kong. As the Founding Programme Director\, she oversaw the launch and execution of the programme. Her teaching commitments include current trends in family office management\, and sustainable investing and philanthropy in the context of family wealth.  Ms. Leung brings decades of industry experience to the FWM programme. She previously held various COO positions at BlackRock\, one of the world’s largest asset management firms\, including serving as their COO for APAC Client Business. As COO\, Ms. Leung sat on BlackRock’s Global Financial Crime Country Risk Committee\, Global Funds Distributor Oversight Committee\, APAC Investment Oversight Committee\, and APAC Risks & Controls Committee. Subsequently\, Ms. Leung became a founding member of their Asia Pacific sustainable investing team\, leading the Asia ex Japan Sustainable & Transition Solutions business. In this role\, she frequently spoke at large-scale webinars and events in Chinese and English\, representing BlackRock’s views on sustainable investing\, and thus furthering investors’ understanding of sustainable investments Prior to BlackRock\, Ms. Leung was a management consultant at McKinsey & Company\, serving financial institution clients\, both MNC and Asian-based companies. She also led professional development for the Hong Kong office.  Ms. Leung started her professional career as an architect and practised in the New York-based firm\, Kohn Pedersen Fox.  Ms. Leung is a graduate of the Wharton School\, University of Pennsylvania\, where she received an MBA. For her undergraduate studies\, Ms. Leung obtained a B.Arch and a B.Sc.(Arch) from McGill University. 
URL:https://ihss.hku.hk/events/public-dialogue-the-future-of-civilization-where-is-humanity-going/
LOCATION:Academic Conference Room\, 11/F\, Cheng Yu Tung Tower\, Centennial Campus\, HKU
CATEGORIES:ASIAR
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DTSTART;TZID=Asia/Hong_Kong:20240130T123000
DTEND;TZID=Asia/Hong_Kong:20240130T133000
DTSTAMP:20261109T045453
CREATED:20240603T180553Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260416T103229Z
UID:81887-1706617800-1706621400@ihss.hku.hk
SUMMARY:From Comrades to Enemies: Three Chinese Interpreters' Tangled Paths from the Pacific War to the Korean War and the Cold War
DESCRIPTION:ABSTRACT“Sustainability” has become a trendy term within the business world over the last few years – a Morgan Stanley report estimated that sustainable investment funds add up to US$3.56 trillion in AuM as of Dec 31\, 2024[1]\, while a report by MSCI estimated that the size of the global carbon credit market was around USD 1.4 billion[2]. For a while\, investors flocked to such investments with promises that they could generate returns AND at the same time\, make impact to the environment and society. Corporate strategists touted terms such as CSR and ESG to their boards as part of a competitive advantage. Climate scientists drew up risk scenarios for insurers to valuate risks of their policies. Amongst all these varying concepts on sustainability\, how should a family wealth manager separate the wheat from the chaff? What actually matters for a family – carbon emissions\, ESG ratings or social impact? In this presentation\, Ms. Bonnie Leung proposes a simple framework for family wealth managers to consider sustainability in respect of business families. A family may have multiple interests and objectives\, and it is imperative that the family wealth manager matches the initiatives appropriately to different objectives. Ms. Leung will raise examples of how families apply corporate sustainability\, sustainable investing\, impact and philanthropy based on their needs and personal beliefs. The framework also clarifies when one may expect investment returns vs generation of positive external impact. Ultimately\, this lecture explores sustainability through different perspectives of families and family wealth\, and contributes to the dialogue from a specific lens.   ABOUT THE SPEAKERMs. Bonnie Leung is currently Programme Director for Master of Family Wealth Management\, offered by The University of Hong Kong. As the Founding Programme Director\, she oversaw the launch and execution of the programme. Her teaching commitments include current trends in family office management\, and sustainable investing and philanthropy in the context of family wealth.  Ms. Leung brings decades of industry experience to the FWM programme. She previously held various COO positions at BlackRock\, one of the world’s largest asset management firms\, including serving as their COO for APAC Client Business. As COO\, Ms. Leung sat on BlackRock’s Global Financial Crime Country Risk Committee\, Global Funds Distributor Oversight Committee\, APAC Investment Oversight Committee\, and APAC Risks & Controls Committee. Subsequently\, Ms. Leung became a founding member of their Asia Pacific sustainable investing team\, leading the Asia ex Japan Sustainable & Transition Solutions business. In this role\, she frequently spoke at large-scale webinars and events in Chinese and English\, representing BlackRock’s views on sustainable investing\, and thus furthering investors’ understanding of sustainable investments Prior to BlackRock\, Ms. Leung was a management consultant at McKinsey & Company\, serving financial institution clients\, both MNC and Asian-based companies. She also led professional development for the Hong Kong office.  Ms. Leung started her professional career as an architect and practised in the New York-based firm\, Kohn Pedersen Fox.  Ms. Leung is a graduate of the Wharton School\, University of Pennsylvania\, where she received an MBA. For her undergraduate studies\, Ms. Leung obtained a B.Arch and a B.Sc.(Arch) from McGill University. 
URL:https://ihss.hku.hk/events/from-comrades-to-enemies-three-chinese-interpreters-tangled-paths-from-the-pacific-war-to-the-korean-war-and-the-cold-war/
LOCATION:Room 201\, May Hall\, The University of Hong Kong\, or Via Zoom
CATEGORIES:Interdisciplinary Research Seminar Series
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