German Chamber of Commerce, Hong Kong (GCC)

Last Thursday, we hosted another insightful HR seminar led by Heidi A. of Dew-Point International Ltd., this time on “Creating a Learning Culture.” In today’s rapidly changing work environment, motivating teams to continuously adapt and grow is essential but can be challenging. 💡 Heidi discussed the importance of cultivating an environment where employees actively seek new knowledge, share insights, and broaden their skill sets. Embracing self-education and changing perspectives is key; companies that invest in continuous learning see more satisfied, valued employees who can perform at their best. 💭 A critical factor in fostering a learning culture is ensuring employees feel appreciated and recognised. This involves engaging individuals from all areas and levels in training sessions, promoting mutual respect, and encouraging active participation. 👉 Especially during times of change, creating a motivated and collaborative environment is essential. Training sessions should be engaging and evaluated for effectiveness, linking learning to business goals to boost motivation. Setting up a structured framework and establishing shared goals are vital prerequisites for success. Many thanks to Heidi for the insightful session! We look forward to the next instalment on 28 May, which will focus on “Handling Difficult People” – an essential skill for maintaining a harmonious and productive work environment. A few seats are still available, please join us if your are interested! 🤞 https://lnkd.in/g6BhBzDJ #GCCHK #hrseminar #learningculture #corporateculture #employeemotivation

“Walking the Talk” – When expertise meets engagement, chamber organisations can become much more than the sum of their members. Case in point: the GCC Sustainability Working Group! 🌏🌱 Established last year, the Working Group regularly brings together experienced and dedicated professionals from our member companies to discuss current trends and develop solutions with regards to implementing sustainable business practices along the value chain. The results are tangible: Under the leadership of Michael Keppe of Impala Services Ltd. and Patrick Lee of OBI Group Sourcing Hong Kong Limited, the Sustainability Working Group has been active over the past couple of months to create a comprehensive yet concise overview of the ever more complex regulatory landscape impacting sourcing companies and their supplier networks, with the aim to improve mutual understanding and collaboration. More on this very soon! In the meantime, you can learn more about all our Committees and Working Groups here: 👉 https://lnkd.in/dkk2CWuT We always welcome active participation and input from our all valued members. If you would like to join one of our Committees or Working Groups yourself, don’t hesitate to reach out! #GCCHK #GermanyinHK #germanchamber #workinggroup #sustainability #supplychain #greenfuture

Have you signed up for the #GCNetwork @ foodpanda on 23 May already? 🐼🌟 Don’t miss this unique chance to connect with fellow members of the German business community in Hong Kong and get an exclusive peek behind the scenes of the popular food delivery brand foodpanda at their stylish office space in Causeway Bay. Get your tickets now 👉 https://lnkd.in/gxq7akHy We look forward to seeing you there! 🥂 #GCCHK #foodpanda #PartnerForNetworking

📢 Attention all start-ups! We are delighted to support this year’s Asia Technology Entrepreneurship Conference (ATEC) Startup Competition! 🚀 ATEC is the largest university alumni club-led technology conference and start-up competition in Asia. Founded by the Hong Kong and South China university and business school alumni clubs of Harvard, Columbia, MIT, and Stanford, ATEC’s events are designed to foster active engagement of university alumni with the broader start-up ecosystem in Asia, as either founders, mentors or investors. This year, #GCCHK and other international chambers also have the exciting opportunity to nominate start-ups from their communities that are in the pre-seed investment stage to participate in the competition. 💪 Are you up for the challenge? Then let us know before 31 May! The Startup Competition Semi-Finals will be held on 13 September, and the Finals & Conference will take place on 6 December 2024. For more information, visit: www.atecstartup.org #atec2024 #hongkong #chamber #innovation #startups #pitchingcompetition

Last Tuesday, our GCC HR Working Group had the privilege of touring the Vocational Training Council's IVE Haking Wong and IVE Kwun Tong campuses. We explored cutting-edge digital technologies shaping the future of young talent in retail, HR, KOL branding, and beyond. This visit sparked valuable discussions on potential synergies and collaborative opportunities in vocational education with the German Business Community. A big thank you to everyone involved for having us! #VocationalTraining #GCCHK 

Many thanks to Benny Drescher Dr., Anne Loos, and Zozan Keskin from INC Innovation Center for sharing impressive insights into the Hong Kong Industrial Artificial Intelligence and Robotics Centre (FLAIR) today! Our President Johannes Hack, Stefan Bredohl and Stefanie Seedig from the German Consulate General Hong Kong, and Hannes Farlock from German Industry and Commerce Ltd. Hong Kong were given a comprehensive overview of the latest R&D activities at FLAIR as well as some of their spin-off projects in the areas of predictive maintenance, AI in product assembly and defect detection. FLAIR is a joint initiative by the RWTH Aachen Campus in Germany and the HKPC - Hong Kong Productivity Council, and part of the AIR@InnoHK research cluster. Established in 2020 with a mission to develop innovative and impactful technologies and platforms on AI and robotics to facilitate intelligent manufacturing in Hong Kong and the GBA, FLAIR has grown to 65 employees as of today and is looking to expand even further. We look forward to witnessing the continued growth and success of this collaboration initiative! #GCCHK #GICHK #hongkong #artificialintelligence #robotics #smartmanufacturing #industry50 #GermanyinHK

Earlier this week, our President Johannes Hack had the opportunity to meet the Honourable Ronny Tong Ka-wah, non-official member of the Executive Council and Convenor of Path of Democracy 民主思路, for an exchange on the current business and legal environment, and the outlook of the German business community in Hong Kong. Established in 2015, the publicly funded think tank Path of Democracy is currently conducting a research project on the international community’s overall sentiment and outlook on doing business in Hong Kong. Discussion topics included some of the current challenges and concerns for our member companies as well as potential measures Hong Kong could implement to enhance international investors’ confidence. Many thanks to Mr Tong and his team for the informative dialogue. #GCCHK #hongkong #businesscommunity #businessenvironment #businessoutlook 

We would like to warmly congratulate Acclime on the occasion of their 5th anniversary! As a Premium Partner of #GCCHK since the start of this year, Acclime Hong Kong is a valued member as well as a key supporter and collaboration partner of our chamber network. Acclime was formed in 2019 by acquiring corporate services firms in Thailand, Malaysia, Indonesia and Hong Kong. As of today, the company has acquired a total of 39 firms and has grown to operational centres in 14 markets across the Asia-Pacific region, serving 14,500 clients and employing nearly 1,400 staff. Many congratulations to the management and team of Acclime on this impressive growth. We look forward to continuing our partnership in Hong Kong for many more years to come! Happy birthday, Acclime! 🌟 Stefan Kracht Martin Crawford Izzy Silva Miguel Latorre Juraj Micka #hongkong #germanchamber #meetourmembers #oneacclime

We have just concluded another inspiring session at Greenway: The Dialogue. The event brought together a spectrum of thought leaders from the business community, European institutions, Hong Kong government, academia, and other stakeholders, engaging in dialogues that lead the path towards Hong Kong’s sustainable future. Our honourable speakers, including John KC Lee, Chief Executive of the HKSAR, Paul Chan, Financial Secretary, and other senior government officials, shared their valuable insights on the session’s themes. Each discussion encouraged actionable strategies to support Hong Kong's ambition to foster sustainable practices. The active participation and exchange of perspectives among corporate leaders, policymakers, industry experts, and the youth have sparked ideas, setting the stage for tangible green advancements. We extend our heartfelt thanks to all who attended and contributed to the enriching discussions. Your engagement is essential as we co-create a greener future for Hong Kong and the world. A special thank you to our sponsors, BMW Hong Kong Sino Group and ReThink HK, and the supporting organisations BEC and Kadoorie Farm, whose support was instrumental in making this event a success. We look forward to continuing these essential conversations and witnessing the collective impact of our actions towards environmental sustainability. Núria S. Victor Garnier Martine Mavungu Julia Haberl 茱莉 Walter van Hattum 何衛德 Sami Al Daghistani KC Lam Olivia To Winnie Chan Malcolm Ainsworth Invest Hong Kong Hong Kong General Chamber of Commerce (HKGCC) 香港總商會 #EuroCham #EUinHKandMO #Greenway2024TheDialogue #Sustainability #InvestHK #HKGCC

🌟 Join us for an engaging and informative sundowner session on 16 May to learn how to optimise your employee #health benefits with practical tips from Amelie Dionne-Charest, Co-Founder of Alea 💚. Amelie will draw from her experience in navigating Hong Kong’s unique landscape to provide actionable strategies that focus on ensuring employee satisfaction and cost efficiency. Sign up now! 👉 https://lnkd.in/gt49Mwth This event is kindly supported by The Belgium-Luxembourg Chamber of Commerce in Hong Kong. #GCCHK #sundowner #healthcare #insurance #employeebenefits