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Entertainment magnate Allan Zeman feted at the 2023 DHL-SCMP Hong Kong Business Awards for his life’s work in promoting Lan Kwai Fong

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Allan Zeman, the property and entertainment magnate who drove the transformation of Lan Kwai Fong into one of Hong Kong’s most famous nightlife districts, has been honoured for his life’s work by the oldest corporate award in his adopted hometown of a half century.
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Zeman, who turned 74 in July, received the Lifetime Achievement prize at the 2023 DHL-SCMP Hong Kong Business Awards during a black-tie gala dinner Thursday night at the Grand Hyatt hotel in Wan Chai.

“I’m really proud to be receiving this award at this stage in my life, but I think everyone [in the city] deserves it as well,” said Zeman, dressed in his signature tailored white shirt with a stand-up collar.

“Hong Kong will continue to thrive through ups and downs. I’ve been through a lot worse than what people are going through right now, but Hong Kong always bounces back because of [its] people.”

The accolade, awarded on a discretionary basis by a panel of judges, led the honours list of eight prizes, which had been handed out uninterrupted since 1990. The Lifetime Achievement award is handed out only when worthy candidates are nominated.
Allan Zeman, recipient of the 2023 Lifetime Achievement Award, spoke at the annual gala dinner of the DHL-SCMP Hong Kong Business Awards on Thursday. Photo: May Tse.
Allan Zeman, recipient of the 2023 Lifetime Achievement Award, spoke at the annual gala dinner of the DHL-SCMP Hong Kong Business Awards on Thursday. Photo: May Tse.

The awards series “epitomises the very essence of Hong Kong – a city that has always persevered through challenging times with an unyielding spirit, and thrives on innovation and the pursuit of excellence,” said SCMP’s chief executive Catherine So.

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