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In this interview, Richard Lin reveals how BSSI is making sustainable construction the obvious choice. By replacing carbon-intensive materials like steel and concrete with a complete system of high-tech bamboo, they eliminate the common trade-offs. BSSI delivers buildings that are not only better for the planet but also superior in beauty, performance, and cost. Discover how they are turning a...

Our new member, Lotte Hagemeier of The Centre for Child Rights and Business explains how her organization helps companies tackle human rights risks in their supply chains. She discusses practical solutions like childcare programs in factories, the challenges of addressing child labour, and the growing importance of social responsibility in global business.

Steven van Wijk, General Manager for Air France-KLM in Greater China, shares his expert perspective from 16 years in the aviation industry. He delves into the critical hurdles facing post-pandemic recovery and the transformative role of Sustainable Aviation Fuel (SAF) in meeting ESG goals. Finally, he outlines his forward-looking vision where "premium leisure" travel and a powerful global network...

Tim Drew, Partner and Co-Head of Corporate at Tanner De Witt, shares his perspective from over 30 years in Hong Kong law. He discusses navigating the city's complex legal landscape by combining the firm's deep local expertise with a truly international outlook—including tackling regulatory challenges in fintech, a surge in restructuring work, the growing demand for bilingual lawyers, and the...

Jan Jansen, General Manager of Conrad Hong Kong, shares his unique journey as a seventh-generation hotelier. He discusses navigating Hong Kong's competitive landscape by combining the unparalleled dedication of his long-serving team with forward-thinking initiatives—including AI to reduce food waste, a unique program for time-pressed travelers, and a special Silk Road-themed culinary event with...

Maaike Steinebach, founder of FemTech Future, is on a mission to close the gender health gap through technology. In our interview, she explains how FemTech can leapfrog outdated, male-centric healthcare systems to make women's health more accessible, particularly in Asia. Maaike shares her inpiring vision of uniting startups, insurers, and corporations to transform individual innovations into a...

Bas Fransen, CEO and Founder of EcoMatcher, left his corporate career to fix the frustrating "black box" of traditional tree-planting. With EcoMatcher, he built a platform that turns an abstract donation into a tangible experience—where you can gift a tree and then virtually visit it in 3D. Discover how he’s turning sustainability from a cost into a powerful driver for real impact and genuine...

Thomas van Duinen, Managing Director of Trimex, details his company's strategic role in pioneering the Digital Product Passport (DPP), a key tool for navigating the EU's Green Deal. Through its innovative software, Trimex assists companies by using AI to automatically generate a compliant DPP from their existing documents. His key message is clear: get your product compliance in order to...

SK Monde has designed Kagea, the AI agent for the Dutch Chamber's website, to serve as a 24/7 support tool. For visitors, it provides instant answers to common questions by drawing from the website's own knowledge. For our internal team, it reduces workload by handling repetitive queries and provides valuable insights into visitor needs. Kai tells us more about SK Monde's journey in developing AI...

I am Martin Li, the CFO of Hengan. My vision for our new membership is to embed ourselves in the Dutch business community to learn and build the connections vital for our European expansion. I believe our success stems from a consistent commitment to quality and a culture that welcomes external expertise and innovation. I see the Netherlands as our gateway to Europe, and I am excited to contribute...