Ashley Veasey

【𝐅𝐫𝐢𝐞𝐧𝐝𝐥𝐲 𝐒𝐡𝐚𝐫𝐢𝐧𝐠】𝐅𝐮𝐭𝐮𝐫𝐞 𝐄𝐜𝐨𝐩𝐫𝐞𝐧𝐞𝐮𝐫 𝐏𝐫𝐨𝐠𝐫𝐚𝐦𝐦𝐞 𝐄𝐜𝐨-𝐩𝐢𝐥𝐨𝐭 𝐏𝐫𝐨𝐣𝐞𝐜𝐭𝐬 (𝐂𝐨𝐡𝐨𝐫𝐭 𝟐): 𝐄𝐦𝐩𝐨𝐰𝐞𝐫𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐘𝐨𝐮𝐭𝐡 𝐈𝐧𝐧𝐨𝐯𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧 𝐟𝐨𝐫 𝐂𝐥𝐢𝐦𝐚𝐭𝐞 𝐑𝐞𝐬𝐢𝐥𝐢𝐞𝐧𝐜𝐞 We’re excited to share the launch of Eco‑pilot Projects (Cohort 2) under the Future Ecopreneur Programme (#FEP), a flagship initiative powered by Hang Seng Bank and co‑organised by HKSTP - Hong Kong Science and Technology Parks Corporation and Wofoo Social Enterprises. 💡 Theme: Climate Resilience As extreme weather becomes the new normal, this programme invites student teams to design practical green technology solutions that help vulnerable communities, including the elderly living alone, residents of subdivided units, and the homeless, better adapt to and recover from climate risks such as heatwaves and typhoons. 🌟 Why join Eco‑pilot Projects (Cohort 2)? ✅ Work on real‑world climate and community challenges ✅ Receive HK$10,000 seed funding to pilot featured projects ✅ Gain mentorship from industry experts and hands‑on workshops ✅ Visit frontline NGOs (e.g. The Salvation Army, Hong Kong Red Cross, SoCO) ✅ Transform ideas into tangible impact through real community pilots 🗓 Key Timeline 📌 Proposal Application Deadline: 22 Feb 2026 📌 First‑round Pitching: 28 Feb 2026 📌 Orientation & Workshops: Mar – Apr 2026 📌 Project Execution: Mar – May 2026 📌 Final Pitching Day: Late May 2026 📌 Demo Day: July 2026 🎓 This is a valuable opportunity for students passionate about sustainability, social impact, and innovation to step into action and become drivers of climate resilience in Hong Kong. 🔗 Learn more & apply: https://eco-preneur.org/ 📸 Follow on Instagram: https://lnkd.in/g-nvuFNF #CUHK #SocialInnovation #SocialImpact #HKSTP #FutureEcopreneurProgramme #ClimateResilience #GreenInnovation #YouthInnovation #Sustainability

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Months of hard work, collaboration, and planning finally come to life today! 💡 ​Really proud to have been part of the team driving the Cyberport x Hang Seng Bank SME AI Solutions Challenge. ​When we were designing this initiative, our main goal was simple: bridge the gap between brilliant tech innovators and the real, everyday pain points of Hong Kong SMEs. We didn't just want another tech challenge—we wanted to find practical, scalable AI tools that deliver immediate value to local businesses. ​To all the AI founders, startups, and tech teams in my network: if you’re building solutions in sales, CX, operations, or finance, we’d love to see what you've built. ​🗓️ Applications Open: Sep 17 – Oct 6, 2026 🔗 Check out the link in the original post below to submit! ​#HangSengBank #Cyberport #InnovationInAction #AIChallenge #HongKongStartups #SMEs #FinTech

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Why Private Clubs Are Flourishing in Hong Kong Hong Kong is seeing a resurgence of private members’ clubs — not because of luxury, but because people are seeking trust, connection, and meaningful interaction in a fast‑changing world. In a relationship‑driven city, real trust is still built face to face. As public venues become louder and networking more transactional, private clubs offer something rare: intentional spaces where conversations stay private and relationships deepen. What’s changed is the model. Today’s clubs are smaller, more focused, and more accessible — appealing to a broader group of professionals while maintaining selectivity. It’s a modern reinterpretation of what legacy institutions like The Hong Kong Club understood long ago: the real value lies in the community, not the décor. Clubs such as HKGTA Town Club and Club Bâtard reflect this shift. They prioritise calm environments, flexibility, and purpose‑driven communities over grandeur. Exclusivity now comes from cultural alignment, not price. For members, the draw is clear: they’re investing in community, trust, efficiency, and a space where time is used wisely. For owners, membership models create recurring revenue, strong engagement, and long‑term loyalty. Ultimately, the rise of private clubs isn’t about exclusion — it’s about the search for depth over breadth and trusted circles in an uncertain world. In Hong Kong, relationships remain one of the city’s most enduring assets. 📌 Chinese version available from my weekly AM730 column: https://lnkd.in/gDp7eJd8 #PrivateClubs #HongKong #BusinessCulture #Leadership #ProfessionalNetworks #CommunityBuilding #UrbanLifestyle #AsiaBusiness #ExecutiveLife #TrustAndConnection

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