Raymond Leung
Sale, Trafford,Manchester
Summary
- Innovation and technology facilitator with over 16 years of experience driving the growth of Hong Kong's tech ecosystem through successful technology commercialisation.
- Led multiple accelerator and incubation programmes across various industry sectors, providing crucial support for R&D innovations to translate into real-life applications and fuel the growth of emerging tech and companies.
- Demonstrated ability to scale startups to HK$100 million in annual tech adoption while leveraging government funding.
Holding UK business degrees with qualifications in IT and mechanical engineering, excelling in developing strategic initiatives and partnerships within technology communities. - Determined and forward-thinking senior manager skilled at managing teams of 10 employees with 5 direct reports, with demonstrated team leadership in mentoring and challenging team members to meet and exceed corporate goals.
- No need for employer sponsorship for a visa as family is based in Manchester.
Overview
17
17
years of professional experience
Work History
Senior Manager, Partnerships, Corporate Development
HONG KONG SCIENCE & TECHNOLOGY PARKS (HKSTP)
01.2022 - Current
- Drive innovation and technology commercialisation to enhance Hong Kong's tech ecosystem through cutting-edge incubation and acceleration programmes across sectors, with a focus on Construction & Real Estate (C&RE) sectors
- Pioneered Hong Kong's inaugural “ConTech innovation acceleration programme” in 2022, collaborating with top 20 main contractors to develop over 200 customised solutions (85% local,15% overseas) via 120+ targeted business matching sessions
- Lead the "idea validation" process and empower tech companies to scale both locally and internationally, with a proven track record of connecting industry demand with customised solutions to promote Triple Helix collaboration and generate socio-economic impact
- Contributed HK$100 million (~GBP£10 million) annually in technology commercialisation for Hong Kong Science Park startups within the C&RE sectors
- Enabled the successful entry of a Singaporean firm into Hong Kong Science Park, securing a HK$15 million (~GBP£1.5 million) project to boost technology adoption within just6 months
- Facilitate the international scaling of Hong Kong technologies into markets like Singapore and Thailand, gearing up startups to expand and diversify their business reach
- Strategically align tech ventures with industry demand
- Successfully connected innovative startups to HK$20 million (~GBP£2 million) government funding to support the commercial deployment of solutions to job sites
- Evaluate and award funding grants as a selection panel member for Hong Kong universities under the Technology Startup Support Scheme for Universities, disbursing over HK$60 million (~GBP£6 million) to more than 50 pioneering projects
- Consistently exceeded corporate KPIs by connecting industry users with groundbreaking solutions that fueled startup ecosystem growth
Assistant Manager, Industry Development
CONSTRUCTION INDUSTRY COUNCIL (CIC)
08.2018 - 12.2021
- Championed the rollout of the HK$1 billion (~GBP£100 million) “Construction Innovation and Technology Fund (CITF)” in 2018, funded by the Development Bureau of the Hong Kong Government, empowering contractors/builders/ developers to harness technology in construction/infrastructure projects
- Provided technical assessment and secretariat support to CITF, resulting in 2500+ approved applications for funding exceeding HK$700 million (~GBP£70 million)
- Compiled comprehensive reports for CITF Committees and the overseeing Bureau, facilitating informed decision-making and ensuring robust fund oversight
- Spearheaded strategic planning and portfolio management for key industry development initiatives, including BIM, digitalisation, and green materials, driving transformative change across sectors
- Identified and matched emerging technologies with industry stakeholders, ensuring market relevance in a competitive landscape
- Secured strategic corporate partnerships to launch collaborative programmes and developed impactful marketing strategies that increased stakeholder engagement and participation
- Served as a CITF ambassador and keynote speaker at major conferences, driving technology adoption and enhancing the visibility of the CITF
Assistant Manager, Corporate Development
HONG KONG PRODUCTIVITY COUNCIL (HKPC)
05.2012 - 07.2018
- Co-founded, 'SME One', the city's first one-stop platform for government funding schemes, revolutionising support for SMEs with1-on-1 free consultations on funding opportunities and technical solutions
- Supervised day-to-day operations to meet performance, quality and service expectations, earning the “Merit Award” in Customer Service at the HK Awards for Industries in 2013
- Delivered strategic advisory services on diverse Hong Kong government funding schemes, including incubation and customised counselling, to effectively align businesses with financial opportunities and market insights
- Replicated the SME One operational model by establishing TecOne in Hong Kong Science Park in 2014, providing advisory services on leveraging public funding to support the development of tech companies in Hong Kong
Senior Personal Banker
CITIBANK HONG KONG
10.2010 - 04.2012
Financial Services Officer
DAH SING BANK
10.2009 - 09.2010
General Banking Officer
HONG KONG AND SHANGHAI BANK CORPORATION
03.2008 - 09.2009
Education
Professional Diploma - Engineering Studies(Mechanical) With Distinction
Hong Kong Institute of Vocational Education
Hong Kong 01-2024
Postgraduate Diploma - Information Technology
University of Hong Kong - School of Professional And Continuing
Hong Kong01-2021
Master of Arts - Translation
Chinese University of Hong Kong
Hong Kong 01-2015
Master of Business - Global Business Analysis
University of Manchester
United Kingdom01-2007
Bachelor of Arts - Business Management (Upper Second Class Honours)
Manchester Metropolitan University
United Kingdom01-2006
Skills
- Market Acumen & Strategic Planning
- Innovation Mindset & In-Depth Product Knowledge
- Commercialization Leadership & Gap Resolution
- Effective Communication & Cross-Cultural Partnership Building
- Expertise in Sustainable Business Models
- Project Management & Sales Competence
- Negotiation Skills
Timeline
Senior Manager, Partnerships, Corporate Development
HONG KONG SCIENCE & TECHNOLOGY PARKS (HKSTP)
01.2022 - Current
Assistant Manager, Industry Development
CONSTRUCTION INDUSTRY COUNCIL (CIC)
08.2018 - 12.2021
Assistant Manager, Corporate Development
HONG KONG PRODUCTIVITY COUNCIL (HKPC)
05.2012 - 07.2018
Senior Personal Banker
CITIBANK HONG KONG
10.2010 - 04.2012
Financial Services Officer
DAH SING BANK
10.2009 - 09.2010
General Banking Officer
HONG KONG AND SHANGHAI BANK CORPORATION
03.2008 - 09.2009
Professional Diploma - Engineering Studies(Mechanical) With Distinction
Hong Kong Institute of Vocational Education
Postgraduate Diploma - Information Technology
University of Hong Kong - School of Professional And Continuing
Master of Arts - Translation
Chinese University of Hong Kong
Master of Business - Global Business Analysis
University of Manchester
Bachelor of Arts - Business Management (Upper Second Class Honours)
Manchester Metropolitan University
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