Gary Chan Email & Phone Number

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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