PolyU confers University Fellowship on seven distinguished leaders

[Sponsored Article] The Hong Kong Polytechnic University (PolyU) on 24 January 2017 conferred the title of University Fellowship on seven outstanding individuals in recognition of their significant contributions to the University and the community.

Presided over by Mr Chan Tze-ching, Chairman of the University Council, the conferment ceremony was held at the Jockey Club Auditorium on PolyU campus. The recipients were warmly greeted by PolyU President, Professor Timothy W. Tong, and other senior staff members of the University. The fellowship recipients are (in alphabetical order of last name):

Mr Chao Chen-kuo

Mr Chao Chen-kuo, Managing Director of CK Hair International Limited, has been a close partner of PolyU since 2005 when he joined the CEO Club set up by the University’s Institute for Entrepreneurship. In 2012 and 2014, he was elected as President of the Club, which has strived to promote knowledge and technology transfer, educate a young generation of innovative entrepreneurs, and enhance the exchanges between Chinese mainland and Hong Kong enterprises.

Ms Irene Chow Man-ling

Ms Irene Chow Man-ling, Senior China and Hong Kong Equity Analyst at Bank Julius Baer and a Chartered Financial Analyst, has been enthusiastic in public services throughout the years. Currently a member of the University Court, Ms Chow had served on the University’s Council for six years, mostly involved in its Investment Committee. With her profound experience and knowledge on the subject, she gave invaluable advice on the University’s finance and risk management.

Mrs Yvonne Law Shing Mo-han, JP