A suite of integrated software solutions, Cariina works with school administrators to manage their internal operations such as transportation, attendance & rostering, afterschool & extracurricular, and event management. For more, go to www.cariina.com

Founded in 2018, Woof is a data-driven marketplace focused on the wellbeing of pets, and Brazil’s largest affiliate pet shop network of over 7,500 local pet businesses. Woof connects pet owners to the best products and services for their pet needs and empowers pet businesses via products purchase and services transformation. Using generative AI, our digital dog Woofer answers questions and shares personalized recommendations and best practices for your pet. To join registered users in 30… Show more Founded in 2018, Woof is a data-driven marketplace focused on the wellbeing of pets, and Brazil’s largest affiliate pet shop network of over 7,500 local pet businesses. Woof connects pet owners to the best products and services for their pet needs and empowers pet businesses via products purchase and services transformation. Using generative AI, our digital dog Woofer answers questions and shares personalized recommendations and best practices for your pet. To join registered users in 30 countries including the US, go to www.woof.pet Show less

CentSai is a SaaS solution to solve the world’s financial literacy needs. With relevant and practical pieces of content including articles, quizzes, videos and podcasts in 60 financial categories, we are a financial education solutions provider for schools, financial institutions and company workforces. Our solutions can be easily integrated within third party systems and comes with user data, financial literacy progress and analytics. For more, go to www.centsai.com

Founded in 2014, Next Gen HQ is an education technology (EdTech) platform that develops entrepreneurial skills and mindsets primarily for Gen Z and millennials through digital and in-person experiences. We partner with educational institutions, corporations and governments to help them reach the next generation of talent for hiring, branding, and PR goals. Next Gen Skills is our app for helping ambitious students and young professionals to achieve their potential. For more, go to:… Show more Founded in 2014, Next Gen HQ is an education technology (EdTech) platform that develops entrepreneurial skills and mindsets primarily for Gen Z and millennials through digital and in-person experiences. We partner with educational institutions, corporations and governments to help them reach the next generation of talent for hiring, branding, and PR goals. Next Gen Skills is our app for helping ambitious students and young professionals to achieve their potential. For more, go to: www.nextgenhq.com.The Job For Me is our AI-powered tool for delivering job recommendations that are meticulously tailored to align with each user’s unique skills and experience. For more, go to www.thejobforme.com Show less

Headed Invest Hong Kong operations for 31 U. S. states and Washington, D. C.Led regional team which was consistently among the top performers worldwide in achieving targets for FDI (foreign direct investment) projects initiated and completed.Identified and guided innovative companies from strategic sectors such as FinTech and financial services towards building a physical presence in Hong Kong.Pro-actively connected startup clusters and entrepreneurs in the US with Hong… Show more Headed Invest Hong Kong operations for 31 U. S. states and Washington, D. C.Led regional team which was consistently among the top performers worldwide in achieving targets for FDI (foreign direct investment) projects initiated and completed.Identified and guided innovative companies from strategic sectors such as FinTech and financial services towards building a physical presence in Hong Kong.Pro-actively connected startup clusters and entrepreneurs in the US with Hong Kong’s startup ecosystem through events, introductions and partnerships. Successfully navigated team through challenging political, economic and pandemic headwinds.Took on in-person and virtual speaking engagements on topics ranging from profiling Hong Kong’s FinTech landscape to introducing the business potential of China’s Greater Bay Area. Show less

Established in July 2000, InvestHK is the government department responsible for attracting and retaining foreign direct investment (FDI) which is of strategic importance for the economic development of Hong Kong.As part of a team covering the eastern half of the United States, I:Actively sourced all those interested in opening or expanding their operations in Hong Kong.Provided specific guidance and customized solutions for multinationals, SMEs, non-profit organizations… Show more Established in July 2000, InvestHK is the government department responsible for attracting and retaining foreign direct investment (FDI) which is of strategic importance for the economic development of Hong Kong.As part of a team covering the eastern half of the United States, I:Actively sourced all those interested in opening or expanding their operations in Hong Kong.Provided specific guidance and customized solutions for multinationals, SMEs, non-profit organizations and startups.Worked with clients and prospects on strategy across all our industry verticals and have a particular expertise in financial, professional and business services.Organized major seminars, breakfast/lunch/dinner programs and receptions for customer lead-generation and overall promotion of Hong Kong. Show less

Expat Exchange is an on-line resource for international personnel and expatriate communities where I identified and built relationships and partnerships with service providers, and devised programs to boost membership and site traffic at low user acquisition costs. Come join at www.expatexchange.com!

While based in Hong Kong, established and staffed First Union's first representative offices in Hong Kong and Jakarta as Regional Manager in charge of Southeast Asia.Developed and activated new payment and reporting products for financial institutions in Asia.Negotiated, arranged and closed First Union's first syndicated loan in Asia.Actively managed client relationships, obligor risks and country exposures throughout the Asian financial crisis. Ensured safety of staff… Show more While based in Hong Kong, established and staffed First Union's first representative offices in Hong Kong and Jakarta as Regional Manager in charge of Southeast Asia.Developed and activated new payment and reporting products for financial institutions in Asia.Negotiated, arranged and closed First Union's first syndicated loan in Asia.Actively managed client relationships, obligor risks and country exposures throughout the Asian financial crisis. Ensured safety of staff in Jakarta amidst riots leading to resignation of Indonesian President Suharto. First Union Corporation was the sixth largest bank holding company in the US and is now part of Wells Fargo & Company. Show less

While based in Seoul, led and trained two marketing teams for MNC banking and trade finance with accountability for income generation and risk management.Identified, structured and closed the bank's first medium term financing of core machinery for a joint venture project in Korea.Successfully built commercial trade portfolios from financial institutions and large scale trading companies, and penetrated two continents as new markets for the bank from Korea.

While based in Bangkok, boosted Thailand-related revenues and streamlined local expenses as Country Manager.Reconfigured staffing and work flow to better service clients and garner new business.With innovative marketing in a highly competitive market, originated and sold on - and off - balance sheet assets and structured trade finance.As part of a deal team, won and closed Thailand's first ever sponsored ADR program.Managed through a coup d'état and subsequent… Show more While based in Bangkok, boosted Thailand-related revenues and streamlined local expenses as Country Manager.Reconfigured staffing and work flow to better service clients and garner new business.With innovative marketing in a highly competitive market, originated and sold on - and off - balance sheet assets and structured trade finance.As part of a deal team, won and closed Thailand's first ever sponsored ADR program.Managed through a coup d'état and subsequent ouster of Thailand's Prime Minister without any credit losses. Show less

While based in Singapore, negotiated, executed and closed the bank's first syndicated guarantee facility for a Singaporean company.Sourced and booked the bank's first withholding tax-absorbed loan to a Thai company.While based in Hong Kong, built a new corporate business program from Hong Kong centered around commercial trade and related financing.Executed plans relating to the bank's acquisition of Irving Trust Company, guided day to day operations and determined… Show more While based in Singapore, negotiated, executed and closed the bank's first syndicated guarantee facility for a Singaporean company.Sourced and booked the bank's first withholding tax-absorbed loan to a Thai company.While based in Hong Kong, built a new corporate business program from Hong Kong centered around commercial trade and related financing.Executed plans relating to the bank's acquisition of Irving Trust Company, guided day to day operations and determined revenue/expense budgets for the entire branches. Show less