Theme: Step by Step

A step may be a small action, but small steps build up over time and allow one’s aspirations to turn into a reality. Come join us in our event as we explore and discuss the necessity of developing a balanced approach for successfully navigating the stresses and complexities of life!

This event features inspiring Hong Kong-based experts who will talk about the steps they have taken to develop their respective fields or personal projects. This year, TEDxCityUHongKong will feature talks on sustainable fashion, biomedical innovation, accepting and appreciating neurodiversity, honoring Hong Kong’s heritage, and creative self-expression as a coping mechanism.

Joseph Lee Hall (3505)
3/F, Li Dak Sum Yip Yio Chin Academic Building (AC2)
83 Tat Chee Avenue, City University of Hong Kong
Hong Kong, Hong Kong, 852
Hong Kong

Alvin C. K. Lam

Watercolor Artist | Alvin c.k. Lam Art

Alvin is a home-grown artist who recalls picking up a paintbrush long before chopsticks. Raised in Hong Kong and later having spent a number of years abroad, upon his return he quickly noticed how Hong Kong’s streetscape has transformed, and at an ever accelerating pace in the past decade. Embarking on a personal journey of rediscovering Hong Kong, Alvin left his career in hospitality in 2020 and began uncovering unspoken stories one sketch at a time, telling real stories through watercolor of ordinary heroes whose lifetime of devotion weaves into the rise of Hong Kong and the rich cultural fabric that makes Hong Kong so uniquely Hong Kong.

Christina Dean

Founder and Chair | Redress HK

Dr. Christina Dean is a fashion-waste-reducing sustainable fashion advocate who has been at the forefront of the sustainable fashion movement for over 15 years. She first founded NGO Redress, which works to accelerate circularity in fashion in 2007, following which she founded The R Collective social impact business, which rescues, reuses and recycles textile waste from the luxury fashion industry in 2017. Christina is listed by Asia Tatler's The Impact List as 'One most influential individuals defining the future of Asia' and she was listed by UK VOGUE as one of the UK’s ‘Top 30 Inspirational Women’. Previously an award-winning journalist, Christina is widely quoted in global media, She co-authored 'Dress [with] Sense'; co-hosts the award-winning docu-series, 'Frontline Fashion'; and her TEDx ‘You are What You Wear’ has been widely viewed. She splits her time between London and Hong Kong.

Colin Ng

Founder and CEO | Greater Bay Biotechnology

Colin Ng is the founder and CEO of Greater Bay Biotechnology. GBBT focuses on the research, development and commercialisation of transdermal drug and cell delivery and diagnostic technology with wide applications, including the treatment of diseases (e.g. diabetes, cancer, psoriasis) and skin care. GBBT is a business supported by the City University of Hong Kong (CityU) HK Tech 300 Seed and Angel funds, Hong Kong Science and Technology Park (HKSTP) Ideation program and HKSAR Government Innovation and Technology Fund’s Technology Start-up Support Scheme for Universities (TSSSU). Colin is currently studying for his fourth Master's degree in Biomedical Sciences at CityU. He holds an MSc (Real Estate) from the University of Hong Kong, a Master of Applied Finance and Investment from the Securities Institute of Australia, an MBA from the University of New South Wales & University of Sydney, and a Bachelor of Commerce (Accounting) from University of New South Wales.

Noelle Sinclair

Founder | DiverseMinds

Noelle founded DiverseMinds Ltd, an organization dedicated to creating an inclusive future where neurodiversity is accepted and embraced. With firsthand knowledge of being autistic (and ADHD), Noelle is passionate about promoting the value of neurodivergent voices, particularly in the workplace. Noelle's expertise comes from 15 years in corporate environments, developing, implementing, and managing global programs in governance, strategy, privacy, information security, training, and risk management for major organizations like E-Health Ontario, CIBC, and Sun Life Financial. Now based in Hong Kong, she helps organizations design, build, and implement neuro-inclusive initiatives and training. Noelle holds an MBA in HR management and has completed a range of prestigious programs, including the University of Oxford’s Executive Strategy program and King’s College London's program for Psychology & Neuroscience of Mental Health.

Vita Henderson-Chan

Multidisciplinary Creative | VMSCH

Vita Henderson-Chan, an Artist of a wide variety. Born in London of Eurasian descent, Vita doesn't believe in sitting still, actively jumping into the deep end and taking every experience in life to grow and learn. Their life story includes Addiction, Mental Health, Sexual Abuse, Chronic Illness, and Neurodiversity. At five years clean and sober, Vita believes it is essential to cultivate healthy coping mechanisms and self-soothing techniques through Creativity, Technology, and Spirituality. Vita has a few monikers, professionally "Vita Henderson Chan," Musical performance "Vita Starkin," and Digital Art/Web 3.0 creator "VMSCH." In 2018 at 22, Vita Henderson-Chan founded a content creation agency, "Light of Prometheus", directing work for brands including Nomad Caviar, Diageo, and Allianz. Vita Starkin is a Jazz, Cabaret, and Baroque-Pop musician. VMSCH is a Digital Artist and web 3.0 enthusiast who weaves together different technical skills to create visceral visual experiences.