Mr Golfy Ponglertnawat

Thai Dancer Golfy is not only an active dancer, choreographer and teacher, but also an social media influencer with 100,000 and 500,000 fans on Youtube and Keep Fitness channels respectively.

Mr Tan Tack Ki

Mr TK Tan has extensive experience in teaching Japanese language and culture. He is in charge of part-time Asian language programmes at the College of Humanities and Law, HKU SPACE.

Ms. TSANG Chi Wai

Ms. TSANG Chi Wai graduated from the Chinese Language and Literature Department of CUHK and has been a local secondary school Chinese teacher for over ten years. Currently, she holds the position of Visiting Lecturer (part-time) at PolyU SPEED, where she teaches Chinese to non-Chinese speaking students. Additionally, she works as a part-time tutor for Cantonese courses at HKUSPACE. Born and raised in Hong Kong, Ms. Tsang pursued her German language studies in Münster, Germany. Having a keen interest in language learning, she enjoys sharing her language observations and learning insights.

Dr Sophia Law

Dr Sophia LAW is a former Associate Professor in the Department of Visual Studies of Lingnan University where she taught courses in Chinese and Western art history, art and community. In the 1980s she studied Chinese painting with the late master of the Lingnan School, Mr Yang Shanshen. One of her areas of research is the modernity and development of Chinese art in the twentieth century.

Mr Nicholas Campbell

Mr Nick Campbell, Adjunct Lecturer, has been teaching English courses to all level of learners for HKU SPACE for nearly 16 years.

Ms Lee Wing Chi Vivien

Ms Lee studied Korean at the Language Education Institute of Seoul National University. She has over nine years of experience teaching Certificate in Korean (Introductory) and Certificate in Korean (Foundation) in HKU SPACE. In addition, she is the only Hong Kong teacher who teaches the Test of Proficiency in Korean (TOPIK) Preparation Course (Intermediate Level) in HKU SPACE.

Ms Bong Vivi

Ms Bong studied Korean at the Language Education Institute of Seoul National University. She is an experienced Korean teacher with over nine years of teaching experience across different levels and formats. In addition to teaching, Ms Bong is a published author with two Korean language books to her credit. She has also been a guest seminar speaker for the Korea Tourism Organization and worked as an interpreter for various events in Hong Kong.

Mr Lo Yan Pui Unpi

Mr Lo studied Korean at the Korean Language Education Center of Sogang University, and Advanced Korean Language Program at the Ewha Language Center. He joined HKU SPACE this year and teaches Certificate in Korean (Introductory).

Dr. Lo Kit Hung

Dr Lo Kit-hung, Senior Lecturer in the Department of Philosophy at the Chinese University of Hong Kong. He specialises in Yijing, Chinese Philosophy, Civics and Social and Political Philosophy, and is the author of the books "Thinking Strategy" (co-author) and "Critical Thinking" (co-author). Dr Lo is the founder and Chairman of the Board of Directors of the Hong Kong Practical Philosophy Society, an Honorary Advisor of the Hong Kong Philosophical Practitioners Association, and a Certified Philosophical Consultant of the American Philosophical Practitioners Association. He is also the guest host of RTHK radio programme "Free as the Wind", and a guest host of Metro Radio. Over the years, he has devoted himself to popularising Yijing, Chinese philosophy and philosophical counselling.

Mr. Chokri Ben Ahmed Alaya

Mr Chokri Ben Ahmed Alaya is a native French speaker with extensive experience in teaching the language and culture. He has been working at HKU SPACE as a French teacher for more than 8 years and has taught courses of different levels. He is a devoted teacher with a strong passion for language teaching.

Mr. Kenneth Leung Ka-Keung

Kenneth Leung Ka-Keung is the fifth generation leader of his family's funeral service business, which began in China in 1904. With over a century of experience, he is an expert in Chinese culture, rituals, and funeral practices, as well as Fung Shui, cemetery and columbarium matters, and coffin and accessory supply. Because of his expertise, Mr. Leung has been appointed by the HKSAR Government as a Cultural Specialist to provide professional advice in a legal case related to Chinese customs in the High Court. Mr Leung has offered specialist consultancy service to numerous private and public sectors including the Hong Kong Housing Authority and Board of Management of Chinese Permanent Cemeteries (BMCPC). He has also consulted by the Food and Environmental Hygiene Department.

Mr. Daniel Hamilton

Mr Daniel Hamilton taught IB English and Theatre in different schools and institutes for 20 years. Guiding students' English enhancement through performance arts is his forte.

Ms Oh Eun Kyung

Ms Oh received her M.A. in Korean Studies from the Graduate School of International Studies at Ewha Womans University. She also completed the Korean as a Foreign Language Teacher Leadership Programme at Seoul National University. She joined HKU SPACE in 2007 and has been in charge of the part-time and full-time Korean programmes.

Mr Tan Tack Ki

Mr TK Tan has extensive experience in teaching Japanese language and culture. He is in charge of part-time Asian language programmes at the College of Humanities and Law, HKU SPACE.

Mr. Anthony Spaeth

Prior to teaching English, Mr Anthony Spaeth has served as Correspondents / Executive Editors for TIME Magazine, the Wall Street Journal, Forbes and Bloomberg News for forty years.

Mr Chua Hwee Meng Kelvin

Mr Kelvin Chua is a part-time lecturer at HKU SPACE. He has deep hands-on industry experience, having worked for AIG and AXA as a department head in Human Resources. In 2011, his department won the AIG Team Achievement Award for outstanding performance. He also has extensive management consulting experience with Accenture, Aon Hewitt, Gartner, PwC and Willis Towers Watson, serving a broad range of clients in multiple industries and functions across strategy, organization and operations. His work focuses on leadership transformation aimed at improving organizational effectiveness and the roles of stress, coping and social support systems in health and wellbeing. He has advised top executives and policymakers, helping them to achieve clarity and purpose during periods of stressful organizational transformation and pandemics. Mr Chua is a Registered Industrial-Organizational Psychologist and Associate Fellow of the Hong Kong Psychological Society. He has received accreditation as a Certified Compensation Professional from the WorldatWork. He holds a BA in Psychology from the University of British Columbia and MA in Organizational Psychology from Columbia University. He was sponsored by Aon Hewitt to complete the Human Resource Executive Program at the Stanford Graduate School of Business.

Mr Gregory LAU Tat-keung

A retired Police Superintendent, Mr. Lau possesses extensive experience in negotiation as a strategic negotiator. He served in the Police Negotiation Cadre (PNC) since 1990 until his retirement in 2013. Mr Lau has managed to persuade more than 200 people out of committing suicide through negotiation without a failure record. Mr. Lau is an expert trainer and coach in negotiation. His generous sharing of knowledge and skills are valuable not only for police personnel in PNC, but also general laymen in the society who are interested in leveraging on the negotiation skills to help people. Mr Lau has actively delivered talks and training to different government departments, schools, and organizations.

Ms Cammy So

Ms. Cammy So is an ISA Certified Arborist and is currently the president-elect of the Board of Directors of ISA (International Society of Arboriculture) Hong Kong Chapter. The mission of ISA Hong Kong Chapter (ISAHK) is to promote the professional practice of arboriculture and foster a greater public awareness of the social health and environmental benefits of trees in Hong Kong. She is the Member of the Promotion & Consultation Subcommittee under Industry Training Advisory Committee in Arboriculture and Horticulture of Qualifications Framework (QF) and immediate past Chairman of ISAHK Certification Committee. She has been coordinating and supervising the organisation and operation of certification exams and assessments of ISA and ISAHK, as well as various arboricultural training and education programmes of ISAHK. Besides, she has been involved in various urban greening and tree management projects, as well as planning and leading education programmes on tree appreciation and conservation.

Dr Huang Zhenyu

Dr. Huang Zhenyu was a professor in consular studies with China Foreign Affairs University (2019-2022) and was once a visiting scholar (2008) with Stanford University. He had previously served in the PRC Ministry of Foreign Affairs in several senior posts, including Counselor of the Office of the Commission of the Ministry of Foreign Affairs in Hong Kong SAR (2016-2019); Vice Consul General of Chinese Consulate General in Rio de Janeiro, Brazil (2012-2015); deputy director of the Ministry of Foreign Affairs (2005-2012); and in other posts. He received an Honor of Third Degree from the Ministry of Foreign Affairs in recognition of evacuating Chinese citizens from the war-torn Libya.

Mr Wilkie Choi

Mr. Choi has served in The Hong Kong and China Gas Company for 20 years, with 15 years of sales management and 16 years of training experience. He is good at communication, interpersonal relationship, business management, sales skills, physical and mental growth, coaching skills, mentor training, etc... training projects. Mr. Choi is good at interactive teaching which promotes coaching and theory, and teaching with humour and interactive sharing. This allows the students easily apply what they have learned into daily life. He is the only one who has the senior instructor qualification of “Neuro Linguistic Programming” (NLP) approved by NLP University, and obtained the latest leadership psychology system ISNS “Neuro-Semantics” international business coach in the United States.

Knut Fournier

Knut Fournier is a qualified lawyer in technology and competition law.

Dr Steven Hung

Dr. Hung Chung Fun Steven worked as an assistant professor at the Education University of Hong Kong for 10 years, and worked in public education after retirement.

Dr Junling Gao

Dr. Gao is a part-time lecturer at HKU SPACE, specializing in the field of cognitive psychology. With a Ph.D in Neurology from HKU, he brings a wealth of knowledge and extensive research experience in neuroscience and neuropsychology to the classroom. His interdisciplinary approach to cognitive science has allowed him to publish numerous academic papers in psychology, medicine, neuroscience, and cognitive science. Drawing from his expertise in research and real-world applications, Dr. Gao has designed a dynamic and engaging curriculum that encourages students to participate actively in cognitive experiments and data analysis. By incorporating cutting-edge technology, such as brain-computer interfaces and AI, students have the opportunity to explore the intricacies of the human brain and its cognitive functions. Dr. Gao's unique approach to teaching not only provides students with a solid foundation in cognitive psychology, but also equips them with the practical skills needed to excel in related disciplines, such as human-computer interaction. With his guidance, students will gain a deeper understanding of the human mind and its cognitive processes, paving the way for future success in the rapidly evolving fields of psychology and cognitive science.

Mr. Harry Chan

The speaker Mr. Harry Chan is a Registered Professional Surveyor (General Practice), Registered Business Valuer of the Hong Kong Business Valuation Forum, Fellow Member of Hong Kong Institute of Surveyors, Chartered Valuation Surveyor and China Institute of Real Estate Appraiser. He is currently the Managing Director of PSA (HK) Surveyors Limited and the Chairman of VPC Asia Pacific Group. He has over 25 years’ experience in real estate valuation and advisory and in investment markets in Greater China region. His market knowledge and experience have also extended geographically to Asian markets. The clients he served includes the Hong Kong SAR Government, statutory organisations, listed companies, property developers, real estate fund firms and financial institutions. Meanwhile, he has been teaching programmes on surveying at postgraduate and undergraduate levels in local and overseas universities.

Dr Franky Wong

Mr David Brown

David was called to the bar in September 2020. His main areas of interest are in commercial law, commercial crimes and civil frauds. Apart from his law practice, he also lectures in global supply chain management at HKUSPACE and in operations management at HKUST. Prior to joining the bar, David worked in the aviation industry in flight operations management, which paves the way for him to specialize in aviation law, arbitration, mediation and litigation.

Mr Matthias Law

Mr. Matthias Law has over 17 years of experience in providing consultation and training services for various sectors, including Government Departments, NGOs, Corporates, from kindergarten to Secondary schools, and Tertiary Institutions, etc., Mr. Law has a wide range of experience in working with children, parents and working adults. Being the director of a training centre, he is specialized in his humanistic approach in fostering clients’ psychological development and understanding. He is also consistently impressed his clients and trainees with his extensive competence in making good use of positive psychology skills and theories in trainings delivery.

Esther Leung

Esther Leung is a barrister in general practice, she changed career from the airline industry to law.

Miss Ching Sau Man

Ms. Ching Sau Man has served in both special and mainstream schools over 30 years. In her career path, she has held positions such as Principal of Child Development Centers and Education Centers, Vice Principal of subsidized primary school, Instructor at the Hong Kong Education Bureau's Fung Hon Chu Gifted Education Center, and Executive Director of various charitable organizations. She has received recognition such as Outstanding Student Award in Leadership Development Programme for Middle Leaders from Hong Kong Baptist University(香港浸會大學中層人員領導培訓課程), and Excellent Lesson Plan Award from the Hong Kong New Generation Cultural Association (香港通識教育協會). With extensive frontline experience in promoting inclusive education, education for the gifted, and parent support, Ms. Ching is currently a guest lecturer at the Hong Kong Education University and as tutor for some modules of Diploma in Special Education at the HKU School of Professional and Continuing Education.

Mr Pan Ho

Pan graduated from the University of Hong Kong with a Master’s degree in Social Sciences, majoring in Counselling and the University of Dayton (Dayton, OH. U.S.A) with a Bachelor’s degree in Music, majoring in Music Therapy and minor in Psychology. He was the training coordinator for the Institute for Therapy through the Arts and was responsible for clinical training and volunteer program and coordinated workshops and trainings for other organizations. He worked collaboratively with other creative arts therapist and provided assessment and treatment to adults and children with various needs. Pan is also one of the co-authors for the music therapy social skills assessment tool Music Therapy Social Skills Assessment and Documentation (MTSSA): Clinical guidelines for group work with children and adolescents and Music – Not that simple: Music therapy case sharing. Pan is one of the few Hong Kong music therapists with full-time overseas clinical experience. He is also the co-founder of the Institute for Creative Art therapy (HK) Ltd. He currently provides community based music therapy to various organizations and schools, as well as an adjunct lecturer at HKU SPACE to teach different levels of music therapy courses.

Ms. Shannon Ho

Ms. Shannon Ho is an experienced architect, including 2 years practice in Chicago, USA. Shannon has strong architectural design sense and technical skills and is particularly experienced in project co-ordination, developing the design from concept till realization. She has successfully led and completed several integrated resort development projects in Macau and Asia. She has developed considerable expertise upon a wide spectrum of projects spanning from retail, high-end hospitality, large-scale commercial and integrated resort, to complex infrastructure development.

Mr. Jango Wong

Mr. Jango Wong has extensive experience in urban design, waterfront and mixed use development. He has been involved in a wide range of large scale projects coverage retail mall, residential and cultural development throughout Asia Pacific region. Jango's outstanding design leadership and current Kellogg HKUST eMBA candidate enable him to be the Executive Studio Chair (2016-2023) for Woods Bagot Hong Kong studio.

Mr Jonathan Mok

Mr Jonathan Mok is currently an organising committee member of the Hong Kong ADHD Awareness Week. A neurodiversity advocate, Jonathan currently works as a social impact measurement professional.

Mr Chan Chun Kit

Mr Chan Chun Kit is a director of Chosen Power, an NGO by people with developmental and intellectual disabilities.