Hong Kong, Hong Kong SAR
Emil Chan is a recognized figure with a career spanning several decades in the financial service and startup industries. He has played a key role in shaping the cross-border financial landscape, from traditional banking to cutting-edge Web3 and DeFi business strategies. In his role as a FinTech evangelist and digital transformation consultant, Emil has advised numerous corporations and SMEs on how to navigate the rapidly changing digital economy. He is a startup mentor and Advisory Board Member of the Cyberport Startup Committee, where he helps guide and mentor the next generation of entrepreneurs. Emil is also committed to building a nurturing environment for the FinTech ecosystem in the Greater Bay Area. He has been an adjunct professor, visiting lecturer, and guest speaker at several renowned universities for over 10 years, including CityU, HKU, PolyU, HKUST, HKBU, CUHK, LingnanU and VTC. His insights and expertise have helped to inspire and educate countless students and professionals. Emil's contributions to the digital ecosystem go far beyond the realm of finance. In addition to being a prominent figure in the financial industry, he also holds key roles in various influential organizations. Emil serves as a respected columnist and sought-after interviewee for major media outlets. Moreover, he is the esteemed Founding Chairman of the Association of Cloud and Mobile Computing Professionals, Co-Chair of the Hong Kong Digital Finance Association, Chairman of the FinTech Committee of the Smart City Consortium, Vice President of the Hong Kong New Emerging Technology Education Association, Honorary Advisor of Seed Master Youth Development Foundation and holds several other notable positions. Through his leadership and expertise, Emil has played a vital role in shaping the future of finance and technology in Hong Kong and the Greater Bay Area. His tireless efforts to build a strong and nurturing ecosystem for the next generation of innovators and entrepreneurs have earned him widespread respect and admiration.
Help the unique local payment service company to grow by connecting it to the new digital finance ecosystem
A contractual appointment by Cyberport Hong Kong as one of their Mentors. Core function is to provide one-on-one mentorship for the early stage startups.
Conducting and Teaching Programme FIN7900 Cybersecurity, Privacy and RegTech for Finance of the Master in FinTech for the School of Business.
Conduct teaching materials and deliver FinTech and Information Technology courses for the university's Institute for Entrepreneurship. Students are mainly mid-level government officers from Mainland China and mid-level and executive staff of financial institutions in Hong Kong.