The Start-up and SME Resource Centre (SSRC) under the School of Business hosted the Launching Ceremony and ESG Symposium for The HSUHK Outstanding SME ESG and Business Performance Award 2026 on 12 October 2026. Supported by 36 partner organizations, the flagship initiative encourages small and medium-sized enterprises to embed ESG principles into their core operations.
In his welcoming address, Professor Joshua Mok Ka-ho, President of HSUHK, emphasized that ESG extends far beyond carbon reduction, serving as a fundamental approach to modern business management and living. President Mok underscored the vital role of social enterprise development and academia-industry synergy in nurturing responsible global leaders dedicated to social good. Echoing these remarks, Dr Raymond Fu, Chairperson of the SSRC External Advisory Committee, joined in emphasizing the joint commitment to supporting local SMEs.
Distinguished industry experts from DBS Bank (Hong Kong), the Fullness Social Enterprises Society, and Riskory Consultancy delivered valuable insights into sustainable finance, social impact, and corporate governance. Attended by around 150 guests, the symposium successfully illuminated practical pathways for SMEs to generate long-term value for both business and society.
