WILDLY USEFUL: PRACTICAL USES FOR AI TO SAVE TIME, MONEY AND GET AHEAD

By Wildly Frank

While everyone’s winding down for Christmas… The smart money is using this quiet time to build their AI advantage.

January 2026 will hit like a freight train. New budgets, new projects, new pressure to “figure out AI.” But you’ll already be there.

In this workshop you will:

• Master the 4-mode AI framework in 90 minutes
• Leave with skills you can practice over the holidays
• Start 2026 already ahead of the AI curve

No tech jargon, just practical wins.

Date: Thursday 11 December 2025

Time: 12:15pm – 13:45pm

Location: Blueprint, 2/F-3/F Dorset House, Taikoo Place, Quarry Bay, Hong Kong

Cost: Free

ENTREPRENEURSHIP ROUNDTABLE: ARTHUR CHOW

By Entrepreneurship Roundtable

Arthur Chow is the Co-Founder and CEO of 6waves, a Hong Kong-based game publisher that has launched more than 150 titles to a global audience. He led 6waves through USD 32.5 million in Series A and B funding, culminating in its acquisition by Stillfront Group in 2022.

In this Entrepreneurship Roundtable, Arthur will share an honest look into his founder journey, from the leap out of corporate life to scaling a global business, navigating challenges, and what truly happens after an exit.

Date: Tuesday 9 December 2025

Time: 6:30pm – 8:30pm

Location: Hong Kong Island

Cost: Free

FIX YOUR FINICKY FINANCES

By JB Consultancy Services

A transformative experience designed to empower you with essential financial skills over 4 sessions.

Thursday 4 Dec 2025

10:00am – 1:00 pm: Personal Finance

2:00pm – 5:00pm: Business Finance

Thursday 11 Dec 2025

10:00am – 1:00pm: Financial Goal Setting

2:00pm – 5:00pm: Goal Alignment

Location: 6/F CKK Commercial Centre, 289 Hennessy Road, Wan Chai, Hong Kong

Cost: HK$400 per session

ALI ABDAAL – HOW TO MAKE 2026 THE BEST YEAR OF YOUR LIFE

World’s most-followed productivity expert Ali Abdaal will help you prepare and design a year filled with meaning, progress, and joy😆 Developing on insights from his New York Times bestselling book Feel-Good Productivity, and working with you, the audience, Ali will share practical strategies to help you set better goals, stay motivated, and create systems that actually last. This isn’t just another talk. This is an intimate event that will equip you with the tools, resources and frameworks to ensure that you’ll be equipped to make 2026 your best year yet.

Date: Monday 8 December2025

Time: 8:00pm

Location: Hong Kong Jockey Club Amphitheatre, HKAPA

Cost: HK$499

MINGLE & JINGLE: A FESTIVE NETWORKING SOIREE

Come mix, mingle, and make merry at WEN’s festive networking evening where connections sparkle as bright as the season!

Date: Wednesday 3 December2025

Time: 5:00pm – 8:00pm

Location: NET•WORK, Level 18-19, Standard Chartered Bank Building, 4-4A Des Voeux Road, Central, Hong Kong

Cost: HK$250

Hosted by The Women Entrepreneurs Network

MENTOR WALKS

Mentor Walks connects rising female leaders with experienced women from diverse professions for an informal, one-hour outdoor walk focused on open conversation and shared experience.

Date: Saturday 29 November 2025

Time: 10:00am – 11:00am

Location: M+ Museum, Hong Kong

Cost: HK$150

Organised by Mentor Walks Hong Kong

WHAT CAN A MICHELIN STAR CHEF TEACH YOU ABOUT RUNNING A BUSINESS

Step into the mind of a master chef as we explore the creative process behind world-class cuisine. Moderated by culinary consultant Yvonne Cheung, this engaging panel features Michelin-starred chefs Olivier Elzer and Uwe Opocensky with rising star Sebastian Lorenzi. Gain valuable insights into the parallels between culinary excellence and business success. Don’t miss this opportunity to learn from the best!

Speakers:

Olivier Elzer, Michelin Chef, Restaurateur, Founder, OE Group

Sebastian Lorenzi, Executive Chef, Té Bo

Uwe Opocensky, Executive Chef, Island Shangri-La, Hong Kong

Yvonne Cheung, Founder, YZ Consulting, Board Member, GuildSomm International

Date: Thursday 27 November 2025

Time: 6:00pm – 8:00pm

Location: Julius Baer, 40/F, Two Taikoo Place, Quarry Bay, Hong Kong

Cost: Free

Organised by Taikoo Place Business Network

AI IN ACTION TO ACCELERATE YOUR CAREER

Keynote sharing and interactive workshop, follow along on your device (BYOD!)

Unlock 2-month free access to LinkedIn Learning courses tailored to the event for professional growth.

Networking opportunities.

Co-organised by Swire Women’s Network, Taikoo WIN, and LinkedIn

Date: Thursday 20 November 2025

Time: 6:30pm – 8:00pm

Location: Swire Archives Centre, 7/F Cambridge House, Taikoo Place, Quarry Bay, Hong Kong

Cost: Free

WHAT EVERY FOUNDER SHOULD KNOW ABOUT CONTRACTS, CAPITAL, AND CONTROL

Lizzie Chan, a corporate lawyer and angel investor, will unpack the founder side of legal preparation. She will break down what goes into key agreements, how to protect your position when raising capital, and how to avoid the common mistakes that often come back to haunt startups later.

Organised by Entrepreneurship Roundtable

Date: Thursday 20 November 2025

Time: 6:30pm – 8:30pm

Location: Wanchai, Hong Kong

Cost: Free

ELEVATE WOMEN FOUNDERS ASIA: FIRESIDE PANEL

Candid insights from trailblazers building at the edge of what’s possible.

A high‑caliber founder and operator network — come to connect, collaborate, and accelerate.

Practical takeaways you can deploy in your business tomorrow.

Organised by Alexandra Shagzhina

Date: Thursday 13 November 2025

Time: 6:30pm – 9:00pm

Location: The Studio by Elevator Goods, 2/F Hilltop Plaza, 49 Hollywood Rd, Central, Hong Kong

Cost: Free

TEDxTINHAU WOMEN: REFRAME

Thought-provoking TED-style talks from eight remarkable speakers.

A vibrant fair between sessions showcasing innovative NGOs and local trailblazers.

Refreshments to fuel your day.

Dedicated networking and drinks, providing a unique opportunity to connect with fellow attendees, speakers, and community leaders.

Organised by TEDxTinHau Women

Date: Wednesday 12 November 2025

Time: 1:00pm – 7:00pm

Location: Grand Theatre, Xiqu Centre, WestK, Hong Kong

Cost: HK$600

WYB PRESENTS ALI ABDAAL LIVE IN HONG KONG

What You Building? is excited to host Ali LIVE IN HONG KONG for one exclusive evening to talk about how he started his business, leveraging YouTube and other social media platforms, the idea behind and the process of writing his New York Times bestseller Feel Good Productivity, and how to start your financial freedom journey by leveraging your current skills and experiences in Asia. 

Organised by What You Building?

Date: Wednesday 12 November 2025

Time: 6:00pm – 9:00pm

Location: Soho House Hong Kong

Cost: HK$150

HOW COMPETITOR RESEARCH CAN HELP YOUR BUSINESS

Why competitive research matter to every business.

Who to research (and who not to!)

10-minute site scan: How to compare 5Ps – Positioning, Promise, Proof, Pricing and Purchase Pathways – without overwhelm.

Organised by Elle Kwan Studio

Date: Thursday 6 November 2025

Time: 1:00pm – 2:00pm

Location: Online

Cost: Free

SMART INVESTING FOR LASTING WEALTH

Explore key asset classes.

Discover how to align your portfolio with your goals.

Learn how to cut through fears, noise, and distractions in investing.

Organised by Money Action & Maseco

Date: Tuesday 28 October 2025

Time: 12:30pm – 2:00pm

Location: Blueprint, Dorset House, Taikoo Place, Hong Kong

Cost: Free

EMPOWERING WOMEN’S FINANCIAL JOURNEYS

“Our expert panel will give you the knowledge and confidence to make strategic decisions, build wealth, and create influence – both personally and professionally.”

Speakers:

Janet Chan, Market Head of Greater China, BNP Paribas Wealth Management

Tanya Gan, Founder, Girls Just Wanna Have Fund$

Anna Huo, Founder & Coach, Money Action

Moderated by Cecilia Mok, Diversity & Inclusion Lead, Swire Properties

Organised by BNP Paribas and Taikoo WIN

Date: Wednesday 22 October 2025

Time: 6:00pm – 7:30pm

Location: 31/F, BNP Paribas, PCCW Tower, Taikoo Place, Hong Kong

Cost: Free