The Jardine Foundation convened its first-ever Leadership Roundtables at the Hongkong Land Social Hub. The event brought together brilliant minds across four generations—including current Jardine Scholars from HKU, Oxbridge alumni, and our portfolio business leaders—for an engaging dialogue on Business Strategy, Tech & AI, and intergenerational leadership.
In an era of rapid disruption, having multiple generations in one room offered a unique space to dissect real-world business challenges and examine how shifting dynamics are redefining workplace relationships.
Key Takeaways & Insights
- Navigating Cost & Pricing Pressures: Participants discussed how rising operational and fuel costs, while challenging, are driving teams to innovate, increase efficiency, and uncover strategic opportunities within budget constraints.
- Adapting to the Evolving Workplace: The discussion highlighted how organisations can evolve to meet the distinct career, purpose, and cultural expectations of Millennials and Gen Z.
- Understanding the Next Generation: Attendees reflected on how young thinkers (ages 12–18) approach learning and problem-solving, offering early clues on how future generations will reshape key industries.
Special Thanks
A sincere thank you to everyone who participated, including key representatives from Jardine Matheson portfolio companies for sharing their invaluable perspectives:
- Jardine Engineering Corporation: Mr Lawrence Wong
- Gammon Construction Limited: Mr Eddie Tse, Mr Jacky Yang and Ms Carmen Chan
- DFI Retail Group: Mr Darren Chan
We are also deeply grateful to our generous sponsors (Starbucks, Wellcome, KFC, Shake Shack, Marketplace, Oliver's The Delicatessen, and 3hreesixty) for supporting the event and helping us continue to nurture the leaders of tomorrow.