Real Talks with Remarkable People
Meet the leaders, creatives, and visionaries shaping Hong Kong and beyond —interviewed by Filip Ziolek, Harvard Business Review bestselling author, contributor at the Asia Case Research Center at HKU Business School, a board member of the European Chamber of Commerce, and co-chair of its Digital Innovation Council. Filip brings fresh perspectives and genuine curiosity to every conversation, creating space for insightful dialogue and unexpected ideas.
Interview Gallery
Kinan Suchaovanich
Head of Communications , Octopus HK
The Story Behind Octopus: From Hong Kong Icon to Global Transit Innovator
Join us in this candid conversation with Kinan Suchaovanich, Head of Communications at Octopus, as we explore the tech, brand, and mindset behind one of Hong Kong’s most iconic innovations.
From fintech history and global expansion to storytelling, CSR, influencer strategy,AI, and leadership. This episode is packed with thoughtful insights and practical wisdom.
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Loletta Lai
Head of Marketing for Natural Diamonds
APAC De Beers Group
"Gen Z x Diamonds"
Join Loletta Lai, Head of Marketing for Natural Diamonds at De Beers APAC, as she explores how
diamonds are evolving from timeless symbols of love to powerful expressions of identity and investment.
From Gen Z’s luxury mindset to influencer marketing, lab-grown vs. natural diamonds, and daily habits for success—this conversation shines with insight and elegance.
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Timothy Shen
Chairman at Safari Asia Limited Yesports Asia Limited
"Esports and Space Economies"
In this exclusive interview, Timothy Shen—Chairman of Safari Asia and founding investor of Yesports, dives into the future of gaming, esports, and even space travel.
From next-gen business models to parenting tips on screen time and astronaut training, it’s a fascinating look at where innovation is headed.
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Dr. Peter Wong
CTO of Prenetics (NASDAQ: PRE)
"Leading Tech Innovation at the Edge of Life"
Join us for a candid conversation with Peter as he shares insights on health innovation, AI in healthcare, leadership, and startup culture, spanning everything from genetic testing to space experiments.
From transparent leadership (with cocktails!) to bold ideas for transforming healthcare, this interview is packed with practical takeaways and inspiring moments.
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Inaki Amate
Partner at EY and Chairman of the European Chamber of Commerce in Hong Kong
"Asia Decoded: Innovation – Competition – Opportunities"
In this inaugural episode, we feature Iñaki Amate,
We dive deep into the differences between Asia and Europe, from education systems to business cultures and explore how these differences impact competitiveness and innovation.