Team Ottawa Delegation to Hong Kong | December 4 - 9, 2017

Team Ottawa Delegation to Hong Kong | December 4 - 9, 2017

HKCBA Ottawa members are invited to join us for the Team Ottawa Delegation to Hong Kong December 4 - 9, 2017 in conjunction with the annual flagship event of the Federation of Hong Kong Business Associations Worldwide, the Hong Kong Forum. 

Canadian companies will have the opportunity to tap into business opportunities in the Hong Kong and Asia markets, gather first hand knowledge on growing trends in China and forge partnerships with international delegates from 41 Hong Kong business associations and 30 countries. The Team Ottawa Delegation will be led by Marvin Hough, President of HKCBA Ottawa and supported by Callan Anderson, Director of HKCBA Ottawa who is based in Hong Kong. Marvin and Callan will ensure that you will be “ super connected “ in Hong Kong and gather important market intelligence tailored to your needs.

Program Overview

December 4, 2017: HKCBA Program (Register here to secure your place at any or all of these great sessions) 

Cost: The program on December 4th, 2017 is free for all HKCBA members. 

HKCBA Presentation

Time: 10:45am - 12:00pm

Location: Harbour View Hotel (4 Harbour Road, Wan Chai, Hong Kong)

Join in on exclusive insights from our strategic partners including the Canadian Consulate in Hong Kong, the Hong Kong Economic and Trade Office (HKETO), and the Hong Kong Trade Development Office (HKTDC). This session is free and will also give you an opportunity to connect with the association's national and regional directors. 

HKCBA Luncheon sponsored by HKTDC

Time: 12:00 - 1:15pm

Location: Harbour Restaurant, 1/F, Harbour View Hotel (4 Harbour Road, Wan Chai, Hong Kong)

All participants from the morning's session are invited to attend this complimentary luncheon sponsored by HKTDC to network amongst fellow HKCBA members from across Canada.

Fourth TransPacific Entrepreneurial Conference

Time: 1:40pm - Registration, 2:00 - 6:00pm

Location: HKTDC SME Centre, 1/F, The Hong Kong Convention and Exhibition Centre (1 Expo Dr, Wan Chai, Hong Kong)

Jointly presented by the HKCBA and the Canadian Chamber of Commerce in Hong Kong, the Fourth Transpacific Entrepreneurial Conference is a tailored session to educate Canadian startups, SMEs and corporations alike on the advantages of conducting business with Asia through Hong Kong. 

This conference will serve as a bridge, connecting members to industry experts and professionals with in-depth market intelligence. Hear first hand experiences from Canadian firms operating in Hong Kong, why entrepreneurs are using Hong Kong as their link to mainland China and government organizations on their initiatives to support your market expansion efforts.

Cocktail Reception

Time: 6:00 - 8:00pm

Location: HKTDC SME Centre, 1/F, The Hong Kong Convention and Exhibition Centre (1 Expo Dr, Wan Chai, Hong Kong)

Join us, members of the Canadian Chamber of Commerce in Hong Kong, government representatives and business speakers from the day's sessions to unwind at this networking reception. Registration is included if you are attending the Fourth TransPacific Entrepreneurial Conference. 

December 5 - 6, 2017: The 18th Hong Kong Forum

The conference serves as a platform for delegates from around the world to exchange ideas, connect with market players taped into the heart of Asia and engage in the exchange on the latest information on China. Register now to take advantage of early pricing. 

Cost:

• HK$1,000 Early bird pricing
• HK$1,300 After October 20, 2017

Location: The Hong Kong Convention and Exhibition Centre (1 Expo Dr, Wan Chai, Hong Kong)

December 6 - 9, 2016: Optional programming

• Hong Kong Forum side trip to Chongqing, Mainland China (December 7 - 9, 2017). Confirm your attendance for this side trip through your registration for the Hong Kong Forum. 
• Business IP Asia Forum, Hong Kong (December 7 - 8, 2017): Explore business opportunities in IP trading and monetization as well as technology commercialization. Interested parties can contact Andrew Yui, HKTDC Toronto office at andrew.yui@hktdc.org for registration and more information.

Registration to the Hong Kong Forum includes the below conferences December 6 - 8, 2017:

• SmartBiz Expo, Hong Kong (December 6 - 8, 2017): Use the Canadian Pavilion as the jumping point to meet useful contacts from the Chinese Mainland, Hong Kong and the region. 
• HK International Franchising Show, Hong Kong (December 6 - 8, 2017)
• DesignInspire, Hong Kong (December 7 - 8, 2017): Explore business opportunities in innovative design and technologies. 

For more information and updates, visit our National website or get in touch at hkcbaottawa@hkcba.com   and we will arrange a consultation with Marvin Hough to discuss your interests.