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New York, Ny, Us

As a member of the Harvard Business Review Advisory Council, an opt-in research community of business professionals, my main objective is to engage in market research and deliver insights that shape the Harvard Business Review's content. By sharing our perspectives, we help to deepen Harvard Business Review's understanding of new trends in management and leadership, along with the shifting dynamics of the global business landscape.

New York City

• Conduct comprehensive analysis of business processes, delivering detailed reports and presentations to enhance operational efficiency. • Provide strategic forecasts and expectations, guiding business decisions with data-driven insights. • Identify and propose solutions to complex business challenges, ensuring alignment with long-term objectives. • Research and analyze industry trends, uncovering new opportunities for market expansion. • Collaborate with business owners and stakeholders to develop robust business plans, focusing on sustainable growth. • Offer expert analysis on current business practices, recommending and implementing process improvements. • Design and facilitate training sessions to ensure successful adoption of new strategies and practices.

New York City

• Directed the company's strategic vision, mission, and goals, ensuring alignment with overall business objectives.• Led the negotiation and closure of high-value deals, consistently meeting revenue and margin expectations.• Managed day-to-day operations, with a focus on identifying profitability and revenue opportunities.• Established clear objectives and practical action plans, driving the achievement of critical success factors.• Built and maintained strong relationships with vendors, partners, and key stakeholders.• Spearheaded new business initiatives, overseeing the project lifecycle from inception to completion.• Expanded the business into new markets, contributing to sustained growth and diversification.Remark: Korean Corner America Inc. is an importer, exporter & distributor of consumer products, brand management and licensing agent (including event management and brand promotion). Headquarter in Hong Kong, we also have offices in Toronto, Sydney, Seoul, Tokyo, and Taipei.

New York City | Toronto | Hong Kong

GREEN Project uses 100% recyclable paper as a core medium and focuses on GREEN & sustainable events and activities. GREEN Project adopts 10 of the 17 United Nations’ Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) and creates shared value & benefits for all stakeholders at the same time. GREEN Project supports Social Innovation and scooped 30+ international awards and recognition since its launch in 2015.The active collaboration of GREEN Project across various government, business, and the non-profit sectors on a global scale includes but not limited to:- Non-profit organization:includes the United Nations organizations, The Salvation Army, HSBC Playright, World Green Organization, and The Charles K. Kao Foundation- 10+ Government departments:includes Environmental Protection Department and Police Department- Corporate:includes Prada, agnès b., Sotheby's, I.T Group, New World Development Group and Hopewell GroupBesides, GREEN Project collaborates with local educational institutes (mainly kindergarten and primary schools), non-profit organizations, shopping malls, exhibition centers, retail stores, various brands, etc. GREEN Project covers different aspects in different industries and nations. It can be a small DIY workshop or a big Eco-friendly event. We broke the Guinness World Record for designing and building the world biggest cardboard sculpture in April 2016. We aim to promote United Nations’ SDGs, GREEN and sustainability through GREEN Project. When the event or activity is completed, “the props” and other materials will be donated to the needed local non-profit organizations, schools or other relevant stakeholders. It will be reused again and again until at a point where it has to be recycled. Finally, the 100% recyclable paper will become the production material again in the cycle.

New York City

On-site Cantonese interpretation for various clients

New York City

Cantonese translation and voice-over for various clients.Monitoring and reviewing other Cantonese voice-over talents' jobs.

New York City

• Collaborated with global Business Control teams to collect and analyze data, ensuring the integrity of the internal Business Control system.• Managed the accuracy and timeliness of data, producing specialized reports tailored to management requirements. • Conducted in-depth data analysis, communicating critical findings across multiple offices to drive informed decision-making.• Developed and implemented system improvements, enhancing the efficiency and effectiveness of business control processes. • Led ad-hoc projects, providing analytical support to various departments as needed.

Hong Kong

• Produced financial statements and cash flow analyses, delivering actionable insights to management teams.• Supervised the Finance department, ensuring compliance with corporate financial policies and standards.• Maintained accurate and timely financial and management reports, facilitating informed decision-making.• Developed sales and revenue forecasts, performing GAAP analysis to compare with actual performance and identify variances.• Advised on business strategies based on financial analysis, contributing to the company's growth and development.• Conducted regular business reviews, assessing the performance of management teams and providing strategic recommendations.

Hong Kong

- Built an international network of buyers and sellers in the plumbing industry- Maintained relationships with suppliers in China and assisted them in resolving issues related to manufacturing and product development- Corresponded with customers regularly to ensure all requirements were met and issues were resolved- Managed the logistics and sales effort on all trading initiatives and activities- Designed sales tactics based on the evaluation of competitors’ inroads - Supervised staff on business development plans, strategies, and forecasting

Oxford Scenario Planning, Strategy

Navigating Team Dynamics, Leadership

Affiliate Alumni

Executive Doctor Of Business Administration

Master Of Business Administration, Finance

Bachelor Of Commerce, Accounting, Finance, Management