Have you ever considered exploring alternative paths for your future career choices? This presents a unique opportunity to gain more insight in that regard.
The Department has extended an invitation to an entrepreneur and researcher, Dr. David Ng, and a board member of banks, Dr. David Wong who will share their valuable experience with you. By attending, you will have the chance to broaden your perspective on career options.
Biography of the speakers:
Dr. David Ng, our Adjunct Assistant Professor, holds a Ph.D. in Electrical Engineering from HKU EEE, where he developed his engineering skills. He is an active member of both HKIE and IEEE, and his contributions in the field have led to the acquisition of over 20 patents from the United States and China throughout his career. Prior to his Ph.D., Dr. Ng obtained a bachelor’s degree in electronic engineering from HKUST. He further enhanced his knowledge by pursuing an MSc degree in Electronic & Information Engineering and an Executive MBA (EMBA) degree from CityU. Dr. Ng gained valuable industry experience during his time at Motorola Semiconductor, Arizona, USA.
With more than 20 years of impressive work experience in the high-tech industry as an entrepreneur and architectural IC design researcher, Dr. Ng has founded technology companies focused on Integrated Circuit (IC) design. These ventures received funding from multinational companies and Venture Capitals after his tenure at ASTRI (Hong Kong Government Agency), ON Semiconductor (a NASDAQ-listed semiconductor company), and Motorola (an NYSE-listed Telecommunications Company). Dr. Ng has a proven track record of successfully raising millions of US dollars from the HK Government and various industries to support next-generation IC design technologies. During his time at ASTRI, he played a crucial role in assisting a client in getting listed on the Hong Kong GEM Board by licensing his team’s intellectual property for production.
Dr. David Wong, See Hong has served as a Non-Executive and Non-Independent Director since June 10, 2023, after nine years as a Non-Executive and Independent Director. With over 30 years of experience in the banking sector, he possesses extensive knowledge in treasury and financial products.
From 2008 to 2013, Dr. Wong held the position of Deputy Chief Executive at Bank of China (Hong Kong) Group, overseeing various financial market businesses like Global Markets, Global Transaction Banking, Investment Management, Insurance, Asset Management, and other capital market-related activities. Dr. Wong has held board positions at the Energy Market Authority and the Civil Service College in Singapore and served as a Customer Advisory Board Member of Thomson Reuters.
Currently, Dr. Wong is a board member at Frasers Property Limited, China Merchants Bank Co., Ltd, and EC World Asset Management Pte Ltd. He serves as Chairman of Halftime Hong Kong Limited and is a Finance Management Committee member of the Hong Kong Management Association.
Dr. Wong holds a Bachelor’s Degree in Business Administration from the University of Singapore and a Master of Science degree in Investment Management from the Hong Kong University of Science and Technology. He has been recognized as a Financial Industry Certified Professional by the Institute of Banking and Finance, Singapore.
All are welcome!
