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Thanks to data analytics, AI and an increasingly employee-centric approach, recruitment is changing.

17 February 2020

Global business-service and accounting firm KPMG is looking to shake up human resources.More

Topics: Business Management & Consultancy, Hong Kong, recruitment

A consultancy helps companies navigate a rapidly changing business environment.

10 February 2020

Small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) need to keep up to date with rapid technological changes that impact almost every aspect of business. More

Topics: Business Management & Consultancy, Hong Kong, start-ups, smes

Impact investing gains ground

As ESG concerns move into the mainstream, a Hong Kong fund manager focused on impact investing is drawing strong interest.

03 February 2020

Environment, social and governance (ESG) issues took centre-stage at this year’s Asian Financial Forum, in line with its theme “Redefining Growth: Innovation ∙ Breakthrough ∙ Inclusiveness” (AFF). Impact investing – where managers direct resources to achieve positive environmental and social impacts – was one of the hot topics at the event. More

Topics: Finance & Investment, Hong Kong, asian financial forum, start-ups

Family-friendly recruitment draws strong demand

A Hong Kong start-up founded by two women from the United States helps high-flying women return to the workplace after having children.

20 January 2020

Even the most highly qualified, skilled women can find it difficult to re-enter the workplace after taking time out to have a family. Hong Kong niche recruitment firm PIVOT aims to bridge the gap by connecting high-calibre women with some of the city’s most esteemed companies. More

Topics: Business Management & Consultancy, Hong Kong, start-ups

Communicating from the heart

A training, coaching and event consultancy takes a bespoke approach to helping clients put their point across in a poised, confident manner.

13 January 2020

If you struggle to put your message across, then you may consider enlisting the help of a consultancy such as Louder, which encourages clients to speak from the heart and become masters of body language before they step up to make that big presentation. More

Topics: Public Relations, Business Management & Consultancy, Mexico, Hong Kong, marketing communications, start-ups

Toast to artisanal wines

A bespoke wine seller is bringing little-known French vintages to Hong Kong.

06 January 2020

Intense interest from industry players at the HKTDC Hong Kong International Wine and Spirits Fair in November testifies to the city’s role as a wine hub, where merchants including bespoke vintners find a welcoming market. More

Topics: Food & Beverages, Hong Kong, beverages

Drones probe floors for flaws

An innovator who started out in aerospace switches to the built environment.

30 December 2019

Buildings often have impressive facades but hidden flaws can bring expensive disasters. More

Topics: Hong Kong, AI, start-ups

Audits on fitness

Accountability coaches work closely with clients on all aspects of their lifestyle, from diet to sleep.

16 December 2019

Those keen to break bad habits for good as the new decade approaches can consider accountability coaches, who take a holistic approach, going beyond exercise plans and gym routines. More

Topics: Health & Beauty, Hong Kong, fitness, health

Healthy eating spiced up

A wellness diet does not call for bland food, this chef believes.

09 December 2019

Healthy eating does not have to mean compromising on flavour, chef Renaud Marin of Hong Kong’s Asaya Kitchen believes. More

Topics: Food & Beverages, Hong Kong, food, restaurant

Global supply-chain overhaul

A leading economist advises Hong Kong businesses on navigating their way through a whole new world.

02 December 2019

Fast-moving economic and geopolitical events around the world are driving a reset for the economy in Hong Kong. More

Topics: Association & Government, Hong Kong, trade, manufacturing

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