PIE & PISM Career Sharing & Academic Advising Dinner 2026

4May

by RIVRT Activity

Overview

The PIE & PISM Career Sharing & Academic Advising Dinner was successfully held on 15 April 2026 at The Hong Kong Polytechnic University, bringing together academic staff, industry representatives, and students for an engaging evening of career sharing, academic advising, and professional networking.

The event provided a valuable platform for students to gain first-hand insights into different career pathways, workplace expectations, industry trends, and future development opportunities. Through direct interaction with guest speakers from diverse professional sectors, students were able to better understand the important connection between academic development and career planning.

Around 40 to 50 students participated in the dinner, creating a warm, open, and interactive atmosphere throughout the evening.

Date: 15 April 2026
Venue: The Hong Kong Polytechnic University

Opening Remarks

The dinner began with opening remarks delivered by distinguished academic leaders from the Department:

Prof. Xiaowen Fu 符嘯文
Chair Professor of Logistics Engineering and Head of Department
Prof. Chak-yin Tang 鄧澤賢
Professor and Associate Head

Their remarks highlighted the importance of academic guidance, career preparation, and continuous engagement between students, educators, and industry professionals.

The event featured a lively exchange between students and invited guest speakers from a wide range of sectors, including e-commerce, artificial intelligence, supply quality management, healthcare, logistics, and business development.

The University extends sincere appreciation to the following speakers and guests for sharing their valuable experiences and professional insights:

Mr. Wilson Ho
Honorary Chairman, Hong Kong Ecommerce Association
Dr. Jacky Ting
Head of AI Innovation, AS Watson Group
Mr. Tony Chan
Senior Supplier Quality Manager, Mattel
Ms. Joyce Keung
Yan Chai Hospital
Ms. Linda Choi
Senior Manager, OOCL Logistics
Mr. Linus Au
L&Y Asia Pacific Ltd.

Through their sharing, students gained practical perspectives on career development, industry expectations, personal growth, and the skills required to succeed in today’s professional environment.

Student Engagement and Academic Advising

One of the highlights of the dinner was the active participation of students during the sharing and discussion sessions. Students had the opportunity to ask questions, exchange ideas with speakers, and receive advice on academic planning and career preparation.

The dinner format encouraged informal yet meaningful conversations, allowing students to learn from real-world professional experiences while reflecting on their own future pathways.

Special Thanks to the Organizers

The deparment extends special thanks to:

Prof. Gary Tsui 崔智邦
Associate Professor
Ir Dr. Y.M. Tang 鄧育明
Senior Lecturer

for organizing the event and for their continuous dedication to supporting students in exploring possible career paths, academic directions, and future development opportunities.

Their efforts made the dinner a successful and meaningful occasion for both students and guests.