Mr Billy Chu, founder and current CEO of MDM Group Inc. Limited, is a pioneer for the industrialisation of the construction industry. He has been recognised as a champion in pushing the digitalisation of construction procurement and the prefabrication of construction components. After graduating from McMaster University in 2010 and working his early career as a structural engineer, Billy realised that the traditional construction method is unsustainable as the construction industry is facing an ageing workforce where skilled workers and craftsmanship are slowly disappearing and driving up the construction cost. After some consideration, he founded MDM in 2014 shortly after putting together a business plan, aiming to transform the construction industry by introducing an integrated BIM and prefab solution to replace the current process where delays and abortive works are the norms.

The first product Billy researched and developed in MDM is MatrixDeck®, a patented prefab reinforced concrete floor slab system. It requires less concrete and steel reinforcement for construction yet supports a greater span with better insulation properties and environmental performance. More importantly, MatrixDeck® is designed for mass production in factory by automation, which could drive cost down and lessen the dependence on manpower in construction, while delivering a standardised product with better quality assurance. While MatrixDeck® received technical validation in winning the Construction Innovation Award in 2017, Billy has found critical success in getting MatrixDeck® adopted by multiple capital projects. The Breast Health Centre located at Lung Cheung Road near Choi Hung MTR Station is one standing example. Constructed in 2017 using a Design-for-Manufacturing & Assembly (DFMA) method developed in-house, MDM was able to maximise the construction area by prefab components to enable a shorten construction time for the building. The building structural floor slab was entirely a MatrixDeck® system, which gives the ceiling a stunning appearance of a flat plate that ends at the external wall among other benefits. MDM was further awarded the Structural Excellence Award (Merit) in 2019 for this project.

Throughout the years, MDM has developed and co-developed with industry partners many novel prefab components, such as the structural-precast wall unit and the 2-way precast slab unit, that paved a way forward for the construction of concrete high-rise buildings employing DFMA method. After 10 years of R&D and numerous successful projects applications, MDM has developed a complete “Lego set” for almost any kind of concrete   buildings. Whether the building has a regular footprint or not, or whether the shapes are sufficiently repeatable or not, are no longer issues that hinder the use of prefab components, as DFMA service could take a client through the design to manufacturing process virtually and modify the components digitally until all attributes are balanced prior to production start. The production methods and construction process are also pre-meditated inDFMA service to achieve mass production and customisation at the right   cost. One notable project that employed DFMA service is the new Student Residence Development at The Hong Kong University of Science & Technology. The world-renowned Architect, Zah a Hadid, designed the building facades to compliment the beautiful sea view of the Clear Water Bay. The facades employed light color granolithic concrete fins of varying sizes to mimic the waves and used varying hues of metallic blue tiles to blend into the natural color of the seawater, was posted as a manufacturing challenge to established manufacturers. But MDM had tackled the challenge head-on through DFMA service, which ultimately produced an economic prefab solution that allowed concurrent mass production and product customisation in terms of unit sizes and part shapes, and eventually delivered the facades as the Architect intended in design and well within the client's budget.

Since the HKSAR Government has been tackling the public housing shortage problem with policy changes to green-light implementation of new technologies, such as DFMA and MIC, that could accelerate the construction process, Billy and MDM have been at the forefront of delivering the showcase projects that prove prefab technology is a working solution. Modular Integrated Construction (MIC) is the next level of DFMA products where the product unit are modularized and includes high level of completion for building services and fit-out works, thus further reducing the manpower requirement for construction. In 2019, MDM had been invited to procure the first concrete MIC units for the Zero Carbon Park in Kowloon Bay, for which MDM had successfully delivered the emMIC modules and showcased a concrete MIC for the first time in Hong Kong. Since then, MDM has been actively participating in MIC projects funded by the HKSAR Government, such as the new Public Toilet at Leaping Dragon Walk, Primary School Project at Shui Chuen O, Transitional Housing Project at Wong Tai Sin Sik Sik Yuen, and ongoing Light Public Housing Projects aiming to accelerate public housing development.

Billy is committed to cultivating the industry at large, especially the younger generation, on the application of new technologies. He believes that Hong Kong needs to stay at the forefront of innovation in order to maintain its competitive advantage in the future. Since 2015, Billy has been giving talks and sharing his experience in this subject regularly in many trade associations and public events. He is also nominated as one of the steering committees of HKCU Corporate Innovation Index since 2023. And from 2025 onwards, Billy will be giving lectures on the topic of Modular Construction at the City University of Hong Kong as a guest lecturer. He is always happy to participate in these charitable services as he is grateful for the opportunity to contribute to society by involvement in the community and sharing his knowledge.

After graduating from the University of Nottingham, UK, in 2007, majoring in Management Studies (Hons), Mr Nelson Ko immediately joined the family business– Wilson Garment Accessories (International) Limited. He is currently the Executive Director of Wilson Group. The family business was founded by his father in 1981, and is renowned for its tapes and cords in the garment industry, serving apparel brands such as Nike, Adidas, Li-Ning, Anta, Puma, Victoria's Secret, Ralph Lauren, The North Face, and so forth. With over 40 years of expertise, Wilson Group has evolved into one of the most well-established trim manufacturers in the world. Headquartered in Hong Kong, the Group has branch offices in Shanghai, Guangzhou and New York.

Mr Ko began his career as a sales executive, where he learnt the dynamics of the garment industry. Working closely with clients, he has gained an understanding of the needs of top apparel and sportswear brands - namely the demand on sophistication of design, functional performance, and sustainable products. He sensed the urgency to expand the company's product range in order to meet such growing demands, and has become the spearhead of product development. While leading the R&D Team, success in innovation has brought products to be patented. Moreover, eco-friendly products are also introduced and have been certified by the Global Recycled Standard (GRS), Organic Content Standard (OCS) and Bluesign.

Since joining Wilson Group, Mr Ko has led the Group's revenue to increase5-fold over the years. In 2016, due to saturation of the Guangzhou   manufactory plant, he set up another production facility in Jiangxi, China. While the business continued to grow, in order to diversify manufacturing risk and to serve the global market, in 2019, Mr Ko set up another manufacturing plant in Tay Ninh, Vietnam.

By integrating the Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP) and Manufacturing Execution Systems (MES), Mr Ko has enabled management efficiency across departments and improved data transparency. He is also the key advocate in automation of various production lines, such as screen-printing onto trims, injection-moulding application, tip-end application, packaging and so on. Mr Ko has been proactive in working with automation engineers to develop safer and efficient machineries for his team. He believes this is a pivotal factor in advancing the Group and also vital in attracting young talents to join the industry.

At the heart of all three of Wilson Group's manufacturing plants, is eco-responsible production. The Group's energy saving production methods have allowed all three factories to be awarded the ISO 14001 certification. The advanced wastewater treatment plants in the Jiangxi Factory and Vietnam Factory purify dyed wastewater, the discharged water meets the requirement of the local Governments' standards accordingly. Wilson Group is also honoured to have received, on multiple occasions, the“BOCHK Corporate Low-Carbon Environmental Leadership Awards".

Mr Ko is committed to supporting social welfare and aiding the under- privileged. The Group has been awarded “Caring Company" by The Hong Kong Council of Social Service from 2016 to 2024. The Group has been supporting various charity associations, including the donation of building two primary schools in China. While steering the business towards sustainable development, Mr Ko strives to provide support for social welfare and fulfilling social responsibilities in the long run.

In today's rapidly changing global, social and economic environment, BOE Varitronix Limited, as an outstanding enterprise in the automotive display industry, continues to maintain growth. In 2022, is auto display by global shipment and shipment area has reached the world's largest market share, establishing it as the global leader in the automotive display industry. As a core leader of the Company, Ms Samantha Ko has actively promoted product transformation, strengthened global operations, and optimised industrial resource allocation with her exceptional leadership skills and international vision, injecting vitality and momentum into the sustainable development of the Group.

Samantha joined the Company in 2014 as an Executive Director and Chief Financial Officer; in 2015, she was promoted to Chief Executive Officer. With her extensive finance, investment, and industrial experience, she introduced BOE Technology Group, a leading global display enterprise, as the company's controlling shareholder in 2016, and invested in BOE Varitronix. In 2019, Samantha was further promoted to Vice-Chairlady of the Board.

Under Samantha's leadership and initiative, BOE Varitronix actively built a diversified global team, focusing on the integration and collaboration of   different cultures. The Company has been actively positioning its industrial resources in mainland China, establishing production bases in Heyuan and Chengdu, as well as a systems business in Huizhou. Sales and R&D teams have been set up in major automotive industry countries such as the United States, the United Kingdom, France, Germany, Italy, Switzerland, Japan, and South Korea, while an overseas production base has also been established in Vietnam. This has enabled BOE Varitronix to quickly secure a foothold in both domestic and global markets, laying a solid foundation   for the Company's future expansion.

These achievements not only demonstrate Samantha's exceptional capabilities in management but also reflect her unique global perspective and international vision, enabling her to effectively identify the capabilities, opportunities, and potential in both the PRC and Hong Kong markets as well as the global market.

The success of BOE Varitronix in the global market stems from its extensive production and sales network. Under the leadership of Samantha, the management team actively promotes the injection of more technology, products, talent, and industrial chain resources from the BOE Group into the company. Starting in 2016, the Company pushed for product transformation, shifting its core products from traditional passive display to TFT LCD and OLED. In 2017, it introduced the world's first 8.5-generation a-Si LCD technology as upstream production resources for the automotive   display market and significantly enhanced the competitiveness of its products. In 2022, the Company invested RMB 2.5 billion to build a globally leading automotive display module assembly plant in Chengdu, with an annual production capacity of over 15 million units. In the same year, it also introduced an 8.5-generation oxide LCD technology to the automotive display market.

Under the leadership of Samantha, the Company underwent three years of strategic planning and product transformation, seizing the development trend of electric vehicles in China, and achieved rapid revenue growth in2019. During the subsequent three years of the pandemic, the Company   still maintained steady growth.

It can be seen that under Samantha's leadership, even amidst the impacts of the pandemic and shifts in the global economic landscape, the Company has continued to grow rapidly, with revenue exceeding 10 billion Hong Kong dollars. Looking ahead, BOE Varitronix will lead the development of smart displays and cabins through the HERO (Health, Entertainment, Relaxation, Office), combining artificial intelligence, data and algorithms across different scenarios to better meet personalised customer needs, elevating the Company's business to a higher level.

Whilst promoting the Company's development, Samantha also places emphasis on staff well-being and social responsibility. She strongly advocates to work life balance, encouraging employees to participate in various charitable and sports activities, such as Oxfam Trailwalker, Totem Run, Standard Chartered Marathon and the Hong Kong Streetathon. To enhance staff satisfaction and happiness at work, the Company has received the "Happiness-at-work Promotional Scheme "logo sponsored by the Hong Kong Enhancement Happiness Index Fund for ten consecutive years.

Samantha actively promotes environmental sustainability to reduce energy and water consumption. The Company has invested in solar energy storage facilities at its factories in Heyuan and Chengdu, aim to build green factories. Its innovations and efforts in resource utilisation efficiency have earned the Company multiple honors, including the “HSBC Living Business ESG Award", further solidifying its image as a green and low-carbon enterprise. This combination of responsibility and environmental awareness demonstrates the Company's commitment to building a sustainable society, while also gaining recognition from customers and investors.

In social responsibility, BOE Varitronix shows a firm commitment and has received the "Caring Company Award "from the Hong Kong Council of Social Service for ten consecutive years. This recognition indicates the Company's important role in promoting cooperation between business and NGOs and fostering harmonious development in Hong Kong. Samantha   firmly believes that a Company's success is not solely based on profit but also on the social responsibilities it undertakes.

Samantha's deep concern for education and community development is equally vital. She has long been engaged in social services, guiding Hong Kong's youth to understand the real economy, industrial sectors, and production-oriented enterprises, thereby promoting the development of local talent in these fields.

Dr David Kwok is a dynamic and driven industrialist who began working for Wah Tung Facade Company Limited (“Wah Tung”) as a project managerin2017. He currently serves as the COO of the business. He is a highly accomplished professional with a wide range of construction and engineering   certifications. His contributions to the development of operational systems, the promotion of Environmental, Social, and Governance (ESG) activities, and the exploration of new markets are significant to Wah Tung. Dr Kwok was graduated from The Hong Kong Polytechnic University (Poly U) with a doctorate. Prior to that, he received his master's degrees in engineering and arts from Imperial College London and Columbia University, respectively. Currently, he is attending Peking University to complete his MBA. His career was well - founded by his academic and scholarly accomplishments at prestigious universities. His solid achievement in research significantly contributed to the advancement of industry, especially in the building material sector.

Wah Tung, headquartered in Hong Kong since 1959, operates a fully owned manufacturing plant in Dongguan, Guangdong Province. Wah Tung serves both domestic and foreign markets by offering design, supply, and installation services of facade systems. In light of the geopolitical issues, Dr Kwok has implemented proactive strategies to sustain revenue. These include exploring new markets such as the Middle East, monitoring industry trends, controlling costs, and investing in research and development on new products. Despite the construction industry is one of the least digitalised and that many construction companies have had difficulty implementing technology globally, Dr Kwok remains committed to technological advancement. Using state-of-the-art engineering technology at Wah Tung, his research study digitalises a traditional building material manufacturing process, particularly for bulky and heavy materials like curtain walling. His papers in international journals thus served as the foundation for his successful establishment of a Modular Integrated Construction (MiC) production line in Dongguan. As a result, Wah Tung boosted the percentage of modular components from about30% to over 70% in the past decade. As Wah Tung balances the needs of   customers, society, and the environment, it never stops innovating and offering the best products and services. Early in 2014, Dr Kwok led the application of Building Information Modeling (BIM) in the engineering industry. At Wah Tung, he has successfully implemented numbers of ESG strategies. Under Dr Kwok's leadership, Wah Tung has experienced revenue growth for four consecutive years. His innovative approach and dedication to sustainable development have established him as a leader in the engineering and construction field. In recognition of his achievements, Dr Kwok received the “Young Engineer of the Year Award 2024"from The Hong Kong Institution of Engineers (HKIE). He also honored with the “Outstanding Young Alumni Award" from both the Department of Building and Real Estate and the Faculty of Construction and Environment at PolyU.

Dr Kwok always recalls the lessons taught by his father and grandfather: hard work and business integrity are essential for any successful business. With a history spanning more than 60 years, Wah Tung has evolved from producing molds and structural steel products to offering a variety of facade systems. Wah Tung has completed numerous notable and iconic projects in the modern era, such as the Hong Kong Palace Museum, Hopewell CentreII, Stonecutters Bridge in Hong Kong and the fixed link bridges at Heathrow   Terminal 5C in London. Currently, Wah Tung's main focus encompasses a range of façade systems, including curtain walls, structural steel systems, architectural cladding systems, doors, windows, MiC, and other facade-related products. With the combined efforts of three generations invested in the company, Dr Kwok's goal is to offer his clients excellent services and products that are both first-class and reasonably priced.

Dr Kwok's impact extends beyond the construction industry, as evidenced by his active involvement in various professional and educational institutions. His commitment to fostering a connection between the young generations and the industry is particularly noteworthy. He is a part-time lecturer in engineering subjects at Vocational Training Council (VTC) and the Technological and Higher Education Institute of Hong Kong (THEi). As his students have put more effort into their studies and improved, he has seen firsthand the transformative power of education. Additionally, as the founder of Insquare Foundation Limited, he aids in the programming skill development of young people from underprivileged families. Prior to starting Insquare, he taught as a volunteer at another charity organisation. He believes that his unwavering commitment to education not only promotes personal growth but also benefits society as a whole.

Ms Scarlett Liu, graduated from Sun Yat-sen University, has been serving as Vice-Chairman of Han Empire Group Limited since 2013. She is also Vice President of the Federation of Commerce and Industry of the Republic of Paraguay and the People's Republic of China and President of the International High-tech Industry Association. The group's industries cover five sectors: culture, sports, science and technology, education, and investment. In 2019, she founded Xinhan High-tech Industry (Guangdong) Co., Ltd., and officially returned to the Greater Bay Area in November 2021 to start a business and serve as CEO. She was honoured as “Hong Kong and Macao young star entrepreneur" by the Propaganda Department of the Chinese Communist Party. In April 2021, Mr Han Zheng, the current vice president of the People's Republic of China, kindly received and had a face-to-face exchange with Scarlett. Mr Han Zheng affirmed the company's nano 3D luminous film technology and expressed high hopes for its future. He stated, “The market potential is huge. I hope you can make it bigger and stronger! I wish you success.”

Xinhan High-tech Industry (Guangdong) Co., Ltd. is a national high-tech enterprise mainly committed to independent research and development, production and sales of organic nano-luminescent new materials.

At present, the company have served nearly 30 governments and more than 100 Fortune 500 companies worldwide. At the same time, it has gained recognition and support from the expert team of the National Ministry of Science and Technology and many famous science and technology research institutes globally. The company has achieved significant results in various fields internationally. The company's technologies, particularly in areas such as “carbon neutrality, emission peak" and addressing "global warming, " contribute to global environmental protection efforts. These innovations have attracted attention and strong support of many governments, and are widely used in 25 core professional fields, including military, aerospace, transportation, emergency fire protection, bridges and tunnels, construction, education, airports, municipal gardens, automobiles, advertising, cultural and creative industries. Experts at home and internationally have unanimously praised these technologies as “cutting-edge functional luminous new materials that go beyond traditional large-scale lighting, offering wireless creative solutions. "

The technical team's independent research and development efforts over the years have let to the evolution from the first generation of technology to the current fifth generation of organic nanoluminescent new material technology, truly subvert the performance of traditional light sources, achieving numerous unique features: 0.1mm ultra-thin, 360° zero dead Angle deformation, anti-gravity anti-friction, machine washing, zero light pollution, no heat dissipation, full color coverage, high efficiency and energy saving (75% power saving than LEDsm), long-term immersion, high temperature and low temperature resistance (-65°-400°), intelligent networking, easy installation, and can be cut and printed.

Organic nanoluminescent new materials possess a unique light wave wavelength, achieving emission without ultraviolet, infrared, or blue light. Its light is distinct yet gentle, earning praise from experts as “the only light source that will not harm the retina”. In addition, its special wavelength allows for significantly enhanced penetration in smoke-filled environments, being at least ten times more effective than traditional light sources. The linear visual distance can reach up to 1500 meters under such conditions. At least 75% power consumption can be saved. The applications of organic nanoluminescent new materials extend beyond harsh professional environments. Due to their unlimited creative potential, these materials can energise traditional industries, empowering various sectors and integrating into numerous aspects of daily life.

At present, the new organic nanoluminescence material technology can be combined with all intelligent systems and power supply systems:1. Intelligent system: tracking system, intelligent big data, sensing system, touch screen system, etc.2. Power supply system: button battery, dry battery, rechargeable battery, solar energy, AC, municipal electricity, camera monitoring power supply, traffic lights and other power supply mode.3. Installation process: no grooving, drilling, simple and convenient   installation, relying on the exclusive glue formula process, can be glued to any application scenario.

Moving forward, Ms Liu plans to leverage the exceptional innovation ecosystem and abundant talent resources of the Greater Bay Area to promote the widespread adoption of nanoluminescence material technology across China. Her vision is to make cutting-edge technology accessible to the broader public, allowing more people to experience the charm of technological innovation firsthand. At the same time, she will continue to advance sustainable solutions that benefit society as a whole, focusing on green energy-saving technologies to create greater value for all.

Ms Michelle Ng is the CEO of Arts Optical International Holdings Limited ("Arts Group"). Michelle joined Arts Group in 2002 and was promoted to CEO in February 2021. Since 2011, she has served as a director of many subsidiaries of the company, responsible for implementing business strategy and operation management. Michelle assits Arts Group to expand its core OEM/ODM business, strategically re-expanding and expanding the international field of outsourcing business. Michelle has focused on transforming team thinking and roles, optimising resource allocation, and providing team members with opportunities for overseas exchange and learning, thus creating room for further development. Additionally, Michelle has initiated the recruitment of talent from different countries to form teams, helping to expand cross-international business.

Under Michelle's leadership, Arts Group carried out a series of new reforms, including streamlining manpower and enhancing production facility efficiency. With the aim of shortening product delivery time through internal streamlining of operations and installing more advanced semi-automatic equipment, human resources were greatly optimised. These measures help achieve Art Group's goal of “increasing revenue and reducing expenditure".

In addition, Michelle focused on creating new consumption models and expanding the global business of its own brands. This strategy includes expanding Arts Group's business by focusing on creating trendy brands in different categories, conducting market analysis, testing customer needs, introducing new retail business development initiatives, and actively developing proprietary brands. These brands include the German Stepper Eyewear and CEO. V, which focuses on mainland domestic market with functional and original designs. Michelle has also expanded the distribution of children's and sports functional glasses brands based on customer needs. Arts Group now operates in many Asian, European and American countries, and has won many awards, including the DFA Asia's Most Influential Brand Gold Award. Michelle has successfully increased the profitability and market share of Arts Group. In just a few years, she has reformed and transformed Arts Group's business model, enabling it to develop on a large scale and gain a firm foothold in the market and industry.

Michelle is also responsible for the daily operations of mainland production bases, including Shenzhen Pingdi, Jiangxi Yingtan Eyewear Industrial Park, etc. In the construction of factories and production lines, she has implemented the concept of green development to promote high-quality, environmentally friendly manufacturing. In line with national green manufacturing engineering implementation guidelines, Michelle has introduced numerous eco-friendly and energy-saving elements. These include the use of harmless raw materials, clean production processes, waste recycling, and other green factory designs. Additionally, she has implemented energy-saving production facilities that improve efficiency, injecting new impetus into Arts Group's sustainable development.

The current 5G smart era has brought a new generation. Michelle seized the opportunity by organising a team to actively negotiate with smart technology companies for the development of smart glasses. This initiative aims to integrate Arts Group's eyewear brands with smart hardware. Asa result, both online and offline cooperative customer relationships have   grown rapidly. This project has now become Arts Group's primary development focus, optimising the functions of glasses and promoting a new era in the industry.

Keeping pace with the times, Michelle has created an extraordinary barrier-free online and offline optical store network, driven by her desire to educate the public about eye protection and quality lens selection, while simultaneously addressing the needs of local customers seeking a balanced lifestyle. These online and offline stores provide one-stop optical and optometry services tailored to the needs of individual customers, including educating different groups about the difference between high-quality lenses, and offering eye examination services to the elderly and disadvantaged groups. The experience stores are designed with wheelchair accessibility, providing a series of relaxing sitting experiences. These stores not only implement the business strategies of Arts Group and promote the retail industry but also fulfill a mission to give back to society.

In the future, Michelle and her team will continue to restructure their brand portfolio with a greater focus on individual brands. Simultaneously, Michelle is actively exploring opportunities to expand this portfolio through acquisitions or licensing arrangements, engaging in negotiations with their original design and manufacturing customers, as well as other professional intermediaries. Michelle believes that a key strategy for maintaining Arts Group's profitable sales and market share lies in expanding their global distribution network by recruiting more distributors worldwide to sell both own-brand and licensed brand products across various markets.