Dr Sunny Chai Ngai Chiu
SBS, BBS, JP
Dr Sunny Chai is devoted to nurturing the innovation and technology (I&T) ecosystem in Hong Kong and Mainland China. His commitment to enhancing collaboration and development in the region reflects his dedication to advancing industrial capabilities and fostering a culture of innovation.
Recognised for his contributions to innovation and technology, Dr Chai has received multiple honours, including the Bronze and Silver Bauhinia Stars (BBS and SBS). He is also a member of the Chinese People's Political Consultative Conference (CPPCC ) National Committee and actively contributes to various government and public organisations, fostering growth and development within Hong Kong’s industrial landscape. Additionally, he served as Chairman of the Board of Directors for the Logistics and Supply Chain MultiTech R&D Centre Limited (LSCM) from 2015 to 2020, and was a member of the Board of Directors for the Hong Kong Applied Science and Technology Research Institute Company Limited (ASTRI) from 2006 to 2012. His dedication to serving the city and country is exemplified through his esteemed roles and impactful contributions.
Dr Chai transformed Fook Tin Group since joining the family business after earning his Bachelor of Science in Business from Rochester Institute of Technology. Under his stewardship, the company has undergone significant advancements in IT, R&D, and operations, notably developing its first ERP system in 1988. His innovative approach has propelled Fook Tin into a new era of product development and market expansion.
Dr Chai also contributes to society by serving as:
- Committee Member, Chongqing Committee of the Chinese People's Political Consultative Conference
- Member, Chief Executive's Council of Advisers
- Honorary President, Federation of Hong Kong Industries
- Member, Advisory Committee on Attracting Strategic Enterprises, Office for Attracting Strategic Enterprises (OASES)
- Ex-officio member, InnoHK Steering Committee, Innovation and Technology Commission, HKSAR
- Ex-officio Members of Committee on Innovation, Technology and Re-industrialisation, HKSAR
- Chairman, Professional Services Advancement Support Scheme Vetting Committee, (PASS), The Commerce & Economic Development Bureau, HKSAR
- Council Member, Hong Kong Trade Development Council
- Chairman, Innovation and Technology Advisory Committee, Hong Kong Trade Development Council
- Chairman, The Hong Kong Polytechnic University Foundation
- Chairman, The Advisory Board of the Faculty of Engineering, The Chinese University of Hong Kong
- Member, Court of City University of Hong Kong
- University Fellow, Hong Kong Polytechnic University
- Honorary Fellow and Recipient of the 7th Distinguished Alumni Award, City University of Hong Kong
- Honorary Fellow, The Chinese University of Hong Kong
- Honorary University Fellow, Hong Kong Baptist University
- Recipient of the Young Industrialist Awards of Hong Kong in 2004