GEC NEWS WIREThe World CIO 200 Summit 2023 Hongkong & Vietnam edition brought together many prominent CIOs, IT leaders, and technology enthusiasts for an unparalleled experience in shaping the digital future. The virtual event happened on 5th August was a great success with insightful discussions and networking opportunities that left a lasting impact on the attendees.
With the theme “Rise of the Power” the World CIO 200 Summit 2023 focuses on exploring the transformative potential of emerging technologies and how they can drive innovation across industries. The event featured a lineup of keynote speakers, interactive panel discussions and winners.
Attendees and keynote speakers were welcomed by Malavika Shanker, President SEA, GEC Media Group. She shared the vision of World CIO 200 roadshow which brings together top minds from the IT industry to share knowledge and shape the future of technology.
Manoj Saxena, Chairman, RosettaNet Singapore GS1 Digital standards consortium kicked off the event with his keynote on Global CIO Forum, I am CaaS. Aaron Lee, Chief Technology Officer, YF Life Insurance delivered his country inaugural keynote on Hong Kong and Rizwan Khan, Partner, Acclime Vietnam, delivered his country inaugural keynote on Vietnam.
Engaging panel discussion examined the challenges and opportunities presented by disruptive technologies. The leaders and industry experts shared their insights, strategies, and success stories, providing guidance to the audience.
CIO Leadership Panel – The Rise of Power
– Dr. Andy Luk, Head of Digital Transformation and Insights, HK Express Airways
– Darron Sun, Head of Information Technology, Hong Kong Housing Society
– Stephen Leung, Head of IT, The Bank of East Asia Limited
Moderated by: Dr Toa Charm, Founding Chairman, Data Literacy Association Limited
The summit recognized outstanding achievements in the IT sector by presenting prestigious World CIO 200 awards to deserving CIOs and IT leaders for their contributions to the IT industry.
| NAME | DESIGNATION | COMPANY |
| Ivan Woo | Chief Information Officer | QNET |
| Joe Qiao | Director Group Information Technology | Tessellation Group |
| Darron Sun | Head of Information Technology | Hong Kong Housing Society |
| Dr. Andy Luk | Head of Digital Transformation and Insights | HK Express Airways |
| Chun Wai Dave Chen | Head of Information Technology | Hong Kong Trade Development Council |
| Arthur Wong | Group CIO | AGBA |
| Allan Wong | Director of Information Technology | Hong Kong Baptist University |
| Yee Yu | Chief Information Officer | Hung Hing Printing Group Limited |
| Stephen Leung | Head of IT | The Bank of East Asia Limited |
| Lie Chen Tan | CIO | Hop Lun |
| Christian Piccardi | Chief Information Officer (CIO) | Mox Bank Limited |
| Alex Fan | General Manager Digital & IT Hong Kong | Swire Properties Limited |
| Ravel Lai | Chief Information Officer | Uni-China (Business) Management Ltd. |
| Suk-Wah Kwok | Chief Information Officer | International Finance Corporation |
| Aaron Lee | Chief Technology Officer | YF Life Insurance |
| Pham Ha | Head of IT / IT Director | Bao Minh Textile JSC |
| Tuan Anh Pham | CIO – CEO | Becamex and VNTT |
| Rahul Shinde | CIO and Vice President | Coca Cola Beverages Vietnam |
| Minh Le Nguyen Hoang | CEO cum CIO | HT Innovation |
| Khuong (Kelvin) TRAN Pham Quang | CIO | TTC AgriS |
| Rizwan Khan | Partner | Acclime Vietnam |
The World CIO 200 Summit 2023 was made possible through the generous support of the sponsors,
Supporting Partners:
- TechnePlus
- Rosettanet
- Data Literacy Association
Global Strategic Partners:
- OPX technology
- CAAS
Global CIO Forum is always thrilled with the resounding success of the World CIO 200 Summit 2023 roadshow. The roadshow will continue in the remaining countries and will culminate in a grand finale at Baku, Azerbaijan from 17th to 19th September.
