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Two current Undergraduate Students, Mr. Christopher Lee [Year 4 – BBA(IS)], and Mr. Leslie Li [(Year 4 BFin(AMPB)] have been nominated by the Faculty as student representatives for attending the Cultivating Authentic Leadership Beta Gamma Sigma Conference in Washington, D.C. from 8-10 February 2024.

The 2024 Cultivating Authentic Leadership Conference boasts a comprehensive program comprising keynote sessions, workshops, panel discussions, and other engaging activities carefully curated to facilitate an in-depth exploration of the realm of Authentic Leadership for all student representatives. Additionally, the conference provides invaluable networking opportunities, enabling BGS members to connect with accomplished leaders and fellow members from across the globe. Below are the appreciation testimonials from Christopher and Leslie, highlighting the valuable insights and takeaways they gained from their participation in this transformative conference.

“Networking is the biggest takeaway of the conference. Christopher said, “Interacting with students from different universities provided a unique perspective on global leadership challenges. There were even students coming from Australia and Nigeria. These connections extend beyond mere acquaintanceship, holding the promise of future collaborations and partnerships within the Beta Gamma Sigma community.”

Mr. Christopher Lee | BBA(IS) Year 4, Academic Year 2023-24

“The panel discussions provided real-world examples of how fellow members from various fields leveraged their Beta Gamma Sigma membership to drive authentic leadership in their career paths. From social entrepreneurship to crisis leadership, the panellists shared practical insights and actionable takeaways, inspiring me to harness the resources and opportunities Beta Gamma Sigma offers in my professional journey.”

Mr. Leslie Li | BFin(AMPB) Year 4 , Academic Year 2023-24

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About BGS HKU Chapter

Beta Gamma Sigma is The International Business Honor Society recognising and honouring top performing students from around the world in business schools accredited by The Association to Advance Collegiate Schools of Business (AACSB International). The Beta Gamma Sigma HKU Chapter was established in 2012.

Members of Beta Gamma Sigma are the top 10% of undergraduate students, top 20% of graduate students and all doctoral candidates that have successfully defended their dissertation at an AACSB accredited business school. Besides giving recognitions to outstanding students, Beta Gamma Sigma also awards business verterans with exceptional leadership as Chapter Honorees in the annual Induction Ceremony.

Since its founding in 1913, Beta Gamma Sigma has inducted more than 900,000 outstanding students into membership worldwide. With more than 600 collegiate chapters and lifetime members from over 190 countries, Beta Gamma Sigma is truly a global network.