Director’s Table with Ms Anita Ngai and Ms Fanny Chan

2 directors, 2 tables, enriching leadership inspirations.

In a room filled with aspiring leaders, Ms Anita Ngai (MBA 2005), Regional Head, Compliance Regulations Management Director at Citi Hong Kong, and Ms Fanny Chan (MBA 2001), Chief Human Resources Officer at CTF Life , shared their journeys navigating complex, high-stakes industries. With engaging moderation by MBA student representatives Sophia SHE and Herman Chan, the conversation flowed from personal anecdotes to actionable advice, offering attendees a front-row seat to what it takes to lead and succeed in today’s ever-changing business environment.

Sophia has shared her takeaways —
🧠Move Around: Seek opportunities to work in diverse environments to broaden perspectives and accelerate career growth.
🧠Embrace Opportunity: Be bold in raising your hand for challenges, especially for women in leadership roles—confidence is key to breaking barriers.
🧠Gender Equality: The HKEX mandate for at least one female board director by 2025 is creating 800+ new opportunities, a pivotal step for women in business.
🧠Strategic Talent Management: HR leaders are prioritizing opportunities for top performers, even in resource-constrained times.
🧠Stay Relevant: Continuous skill development is essential in sectors like finance, where competition is fierce.
🧠Build Your Reputation: Delivering consistent, high-quality work builds your credentials and naturally opens doors to new opportunities.