Crimson Global Admissions Summit 2026: Master Ivies & Oxbridge Blueprint
About this Event
The Ultimate Admissions Experience, Live & In Person
Position your child for global success at Hong Kong’s definitive overseas education summit.
For one day only, gain direct access to elite admissions insights, step-by-step application blueprints, and customized profile-building strategies that standard school counselors don’t provide.
Seats are strictly capped—secure your family's passes today!
Accepted Hall
?: 09:30 AM - 10:30 AM
Arrival, Registration + Refreshments
Info: Check in, enjoy some refreshments, then take your seat and get ready to absorb admissions insights!
?: 10:00 AM - 10:20 AM
Opening Ceremony
?: 10:15 AM - 10:45 AM
Cracking UC Berkeley: YCIS Alumnus Admissions Secrets & Yr 1 Insider Tips
Info: Speaker: Alexander Lam
- Alumnus, Yew Chung International School of Hong Kong (Class of 2025)
- Student Ambassador, Crimson Education
- Undergraduate Freshman, UC Berkeley (Majoring in Philosophy)
?: 10:50 AM - 11:20 AM
The 'X-Factor': Crafting a Winning US Narrative with Extracurriculars
Info: Speaker: Fangzhou Jiang
Speaker Bio:
- Crimson's CPO & Co founder
- Master of Public Administration, Harvard
- Master of Business Administration, Stanford
- Master of Management Science & Engineering, Stanford
- Master of Global Affairs, and Schwarzman Scholar, Tsinghua
- MIT Career Mentor / Entrepreneurship Coach
- Forbes 30 Under 30
- Author, Classroom CEO;《世界名校升学规划：让你脱颖而出的 9 种学习力》
?: 11:25 AM - 11:55 AM
Secrets Ivy League Coaches Want to See on HK Student's Athletic Profile
Info: Speaker: Izzy Leung
Speaker Bio:
- Grew up in Hong Kong
- Earned a full athletic scholarship to the University of Hawaiʻi at Mānoa, majoring in Marine Biology
- Competed on the women’s golf team, winning the Oregon State Invitational and earning four consecutive MVP awards
- Represented Hong Kong at the Asian Games and World University Games
- A professional golfer
?: 12:35 PM - 01:05 PM
How to Find Work Experience That Impresses US & UK Admissions Officers
Info: Speaker: Ruchika Gupta
Speaker Bio:
- Growth Lead at Delta Institute, helping high school students access real-world work experience and mentorship
- A graduate in Economics from Krea University
- Over 4 years of experience in the education sector
?: 01:10 PM - 01:40 PM
Inside the US Admissions Room: How Hong Kong Applications Are Really Read
Info: Speaker: Sonja Bhan
Speaker Bio:
- Bachelor of Arts in Middle Eastern and Asian Studies, Barnard College
- Master of International Educational Development, UPenn
- Former Admissions Manager and Director of International Programs, UPenn
- Former Senior Admissions Officer, Barnard College
- Member, National and International Associations for College Admission Counseling (NACAC & International ACAC)
?: 01:45 PM - 02:15 PM
Founder vs. Follower: How Your Child Can Build Their Signature Activity
Info: Speaker: Anderson Tan
Speaker Bio:
- Head of Crimson Honors
- Current and former judge of leading international essay and business case competitions
- Students include over 100 shortlisted and commended students in the John Locke Essay Competition (including one Top 3 student in their category)
- Students include multiple finalist and award-winning teams in the Conrad Challenge
- Students include gold medalists in the Harvard International Review Academic Writing Contest and the Genius Olympiad
?: 02:20 PM - 02:50 PM
How to Build a Ivy League-Level STEM Profile from Hong Kong
Info: Speaker: Sonja Bhan
Speaker Bio:
- Bachelor of Arts in Middle Eastern and Asian Studies, Barnard College
- Master of International Educational Development, UPenn
- Former Admissions Manager and Director of International Programs, UPenn
- Former Senior Admissions Officer, Barnard College
- Member, National and International Associations for College Admission Counseling (NACAC & International ACAC)
?: 02:55 PM - 03:25 PM
Which Competitions Do Ivy League & Oxbridge Admissions Value Most?
Info: Speaker: Anderson Tan
Speaker Bio:
- Head of Crimson Honors
- Current and former judge of leading international essay and business case competitions
- Students include over 100 shortlisted and commended students in the John Locke Essay Competition (including one Top 3 student in their category)
- Students include multiple finalist and award-winning teams in the Conrad Challenge
- Students include gold medalists in the Harvard International Review Academic Writing Contest and the Genius Olympiad
?: 03:30 PM - 04:00 PM
US Visa Officer Q&A: Overcoming Hurdles & Parent Concerns
Info: Seminar Highlights:
- Exclusive sharing from an official US Visa Officer sharing authoritative, accurate, and up-to-date student visa guidelines straight from the source.
- The session provides a comprehensive, step-by-step breakdown of the F-1 student visa application process, ensuring families leave with a clear understanding of essential document checklists and crucial timelines.
Success Hall
?: 11:00 AM - 11:30 AM
Early Development: Why 10-14-yo Top Students Are Doing Impactful Projects
Info: Speaker: Claire Hao
Speaker Bio:
- Graduated from the University of Cambridge with a B.A.
- Earned M.Ed. from Harvard
- Completed Ph.D. at Oxford
- Brings ten years of international education experience as a Physics teacher, school counsellor, and International School Director
- Currently oversees Crimson's youth programs across Asia Pacific
- Specialises in educational transitions and applying learning science to middle school development
?: 11:35 AM - 12:05 PM
Student Sharing: How DId I Gain an Offer from Cambridge Econ This Cycle?
Info: Speaker: Jeremy Cheung
- Crimson Education's Existing Student
- Year 13 student at Reading School, a prestigious state grammar school in the UK.
- Gained offers to study Economics from Cambridge, LSE, UCL, Warwick, and Manchester.
?: 12:10 PM - 12:40 PM
Securing 25 Elite Offers: How a CEO Thinks About US & UK Admissions
Info: Speaker: Jamie Beaton
Speaker Bio:
- Crimson's CEO & Co founder
- AB/SM in Applied Mathematics-Economics, Harvard (Magna Cum Laude)
- MBA, Stanford (Arjay Miller Scholar)
- Master of Education Technology, Stanford
- PhD in Public Policy, Oxford (Rhodes Scholar)
- Doctor of Law, Yale
- Multiple Master's degrees from Columbia, Cornell, KCL, Princeton, Tsinghua (Schwarzman Scholar), and UPenn
- Forbes Asia 30 Under 30
- Author, Accepted! Secrets of Gaining Admission to the World’s Top Universities
?: 12:45 PM - 01:15 PM
The A-List Parent Playbook: Rosanne Wong’s Strategy for HK Families
Info: Guest Speaker: Rosanne Wong
Speaker Bio:
- Celebrity Parent & Influencer: A well-known Hong Kong public figure and celebrity mother, widely recognised for her modern approach to parenting and child development.
- Crimson Education Ambassador: Serves as a celebrity parent ambassador for Crimson Education, sharing firsthand insights on navigating elite global university admissions and competitive schooling.
?: 01:20 PM - 01:50 PM
Inside the UK Admissions Room: Hidden Selection Rules for HK Students
Info: Speaker: Lily Johnson
Speaker Bio:
- Bachelor of Arts in Philosophy and Theology, Oxford
- MPhil in Philosophical Theology, Oxford
- Bachelor of Medicine and Bachelor of Surgery, University of Manchester
- Former Oxford Undergraduate Admissions Interviewer
- Award-winning Medical Researcher recognized by the Royal College of GPs and other British medical societies
- Admissions Tutor with five years of experience sending students to Oxford, Cambridge, and top Medical/PPE programmes
?: 01:55 PM - 02:25 PM
Why HK Students Need Research to Boost Their US & UK Uni Applications
Info: Speaker: Alisa Arinovich
Speaker Bio:
- Education Consultant & Head of Marketing, Indigo Research
- 10+ years of experience in education and EdTech
- Specialises in student engagement, educational pathways, and access to global learning opportunities
- Master’s Degree in International Management, RANEPA Business School
?: 02:30 PM - 03:00 PM
From HK to UK Doctor: Tactical Strategies to Ace Med School Admissions
Info: Speaker: Lily Johnson
Speaker Bio:
- Bachelor of Arts in Philosophy and Theology, Oxford
- MPhil in Philosophical Theology, Oxford
- Bachelor of Medicine and Bachelor of Surgery, University of Manchester
- Former Oxford Undergraduate Admissions Interviewer
- Award-winning Medical Researcher recognized by the Royal College of GPs and other British medical societies
- Admissions Tutor with five years of experience sending students to Oxford, Cambridge, and top Medical/PPE programmes
?: 03:05 PM - 03:35 PM
Beyond the School Syllabus: Why HK Students Need AP & A-Levels Subjects
Info: Speaker: Karen Nguyen
Speaker Bio:
- Head of APAC at Crimson Global Academy (CGA)
- Over a decade of experience across education and technology
- Over five-plus years at CGA, helped expand the organisation across Australia and New Zealand
- Supports students to gain admission to leading universities including Oxford, Cambridge, and the Ivy League
- Brings a strong operational and growth-focused approach to increasing access to world-class education across the Asia-Pacific
?: 03:40 PM - 04:10 PM
Beyond Classrooms: Crafting the Ideal Study Abroad Life & Property
Info: Guest Speaker: Mr. Yu Tsz Kien
Speaker Bio:
- Partner, London Headquarters & Private Office Member, Knight Frank
- Bachelor of Social Sciences, The University of Hong Kong
- Over 8 years of extensive experience in London’s luxury residential sales and marketing
Specialises in prime central London locations, focusing on Zone 1 and prestigious residential areas
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