Business Success in China 8: Expanding into Hong Kong & the AI Economy
About this Event
Are you a business owner, entrepreneur or marketing professional looking for growth opportunities beyond Singapore?
Join us for an exclusive business sharing and networking session where experienced entrepreneurs reveal practical lessons from expanding into Hong Kong, the Greater Bay Area (GBA), and navigating the fast-changing AI landscape.
Whether you're exploring market expansion, looking for strategic partnerships, or seeking ways to stay competitive in the AI era, this session will provide actionable insights from professionals who have successfully adapted and grown their businesses across Asia.
Programme
14:30 Participants short self intro
14:45 Scaling into Hong Kong & the Greater Bay Area: Lessons from Building a Wellness Business Across Asia
by Emile Dumont, Founder @ Bodynetic
Emile is the Founder & Director of Bodynetic, a wellness company operating in Singapore and Malaysia, with expansion plans across Asia.
A recipient of the Singapore Young Entrepreneurs Award 2021 and Business for Good Honouree 2023, he is passionate about scaling businesses through strategic partnerships, innovation, and sustainable growth.
Hong Kong and the Greater Bay Area continue to attract companies seeking access to one of Asia's most dynamic business ecosystems. However, successful expansion requires more than funding and ambition.
Drawing from his experience building a wellness business across multiple Asian markets, Emile will share practical insights on:
• Identifying the right opportunities in Hong Kong and the GBA
• Building meaningful local partnerships
• Understanding cultural and business differences across markets
• Reducing risks when entering new territories
• Why relationships and local knowledge often matter more than capital
15:10 Your Competitors Have ChatGPT Too
by Stanley Mak CEO, iSmart Communications
Stanley Mak is the founder of iSmart Communications, a B2B digital marketing and AI growth marketing agency based in Singapore. He has over 15 years of experience helping businesses across Singapore and Asia grow through smarter digital marketing and AI-powered strategies.
AI is no longer a competitive advantage—it is becoming the new baseline.
As AI tools become widely accessible, many businesses are discovering that simply using ChatGPT is not enough to generate meaningful results. The real challenge lies in applying AI strategically.
Stanley will share his entrepreneurial journey and how he transformed a traditional digital marketing agency into an AI-driven growth business.
Key Takeaways
● Why many AI marketing initiatives fail to deliver results
● How experienced marketers leverage AI differently from casual users
● The importance of market positioning, customer insights, and strategic thinking
● How to avoid costly AI marketing mistakes
● A practical roadmap for achieving growth with AI
15:35 Q&A
15:45: Business Networking
16:15: The End
*Light refreshments will be provided.
Who Should Attend?
• SMEs, startups, and business owners exploring expansion into Hong Kong, the Greater Bay Area, or other regional markets
• Entrepreneurs seeking practical insights on scaling their business across Asia
• Marketers and business leaders looking to stay competitive in an AI-driven landscape
• Companies interested in leveraging AI for growth, productivity, and market expansion
• Professionals seeking to build strategic partnerships and expand their business network
Whether you're a business owner, marketer, startup founder, or entrepreneur, this session will provide practical insights on regional expansion and how to remain competitive when everyone has access to the same AI tools.
Where is it happening?
Event Location & Nearby Stays:
SGD 8.00
