On January 12, 2024, the SME Sustainability Society (SMESS) marked its 5th anniversary and celebrated the inauguration of its Third Board of Directors at the prestigious Henry Cheng International Conference Centre, The Chinese University of Hong Kong. The event was a grand celebration of the Society’s achievements and a forward-looking moment as it welcomed its new leadership. 🎉

We were honored to have Mr. Joseph Chan, Under Secretary for Financial Services and the Treasury of the HKSAR, and Dr. Lam Ching-choi, Chairman of the Council for Carbon Neutrality & Sustainable Development, as our distinguished guests of honor. Their presence added immense value to the ceremony. 🙏

A special thank you to Dr. Bernard Chan, Under Secretary for Financial Services and the Treasury of the HKSAR, for presenting Certificates of Appreciation to SMESS’s Honorary Advisors, recognizing their invaluable contributions to the Society. 🏆

The inauguration ceremony was jointly officiated by:

• Mr. Joseph Chan, Under Secretary for Financial Services and the Treasury, HKSAR
• Dr. Lam Ching-choi, Chairman of the Council for Carbon Neutrality & Sustainable Development
• Mr. Plato Yip, Chairman of Friends of the Earth (HK)
• Dr. Jeissca Tam, Business Director of the Hong Kong Council of Social Service
• Professor Carlos Lo, Director of the Centre for Business and Sustainability at CUHK and Founding Honorary Advisor of SMESS
• Brenda Lee, Honorary Advisor of SMESS
• Dr. Jimmy Lau, President of SMESS
• Ms. Ophelia Lin, Founding President of SMESS

Over 200 guests, including industry leaders, sustainability advocates, and members of the community, gathered to witness this momentous occasion. 🎊

During the ceremony, Mr. Joseph Chan presented Certificates of Appreciation to the Honorary Advisors, acknowledging their pivotal roles in advancing the Society’s mission. Additionally, Dr. Bernard Chan presented Letters of Appreciation to the Honorary Advisors and Committee Members, expressing gratitude for their dedication and support. 🙌

Looking ahead, the SME Sustainability Society will continue to drive impactful initiatives, including seminars, workshops, and exchange activities, to promote sustainability among SMEs and the broader community.

Join us in our mission! If you wish to become a member of the SME Sustainability Society, please visit:

👉 https://www.smess.hk/c/content/cat_page.asp?cat_id=174&fbclid=IwY2xjawIbqY5leHRuA2FlbQIxMAABHdawn69h94n6gJLjIjIa46UQz0KcCoXPbbEwkfI9epOD-c_YqEFJBEhFlw_aem_tDHGl_khmPeMnm6qpMWNWQ

For more details about the event, download the 5th Anniversary Celebration & 3rd Council Inauguration Ceremony Brochure here:

📚https://drive.google.com/file/d/1C0_mvSo7j2dbmbnZ8E6OzBbbTkRENI9S/view?fbclid=IwY2xjawIbqX1leHRuA2FlbQIxMAABHaeABr4ecJO3f0qX7jPrdRm6eWfuYDnEEe4QBc4owXET0zpRzlNwEbq3Sw_aem_AL-riZNaPAgqRoRNWgrDXw

Here’s to another five years of fostering sustainability, innovation, and collaboration! 🌍✨

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