Mr Billy Lam Chung Lun, GBS, JP, has served in the Hong Kong government for more than 30 years. He was former Chief Executive Officer of the Airport Authority Hong Kong and Managing Director of the Urban Renewal Authority. From 2009 to 2015, Mr Lam was Member of the PolyU Council and its Campus Development Committee. As a current PolyU Court Member, Mr Lam has zealously supported the University’s development.

Ir Prof. James Lau Chi Wang, BBS, JP, is Chairman and Managing Director of James Lau & Associates Limited and Fong On Construction Limited. With more than 40 years of experience in the field of civil engineering, he is dedicated to serving the community with his expertise. A recipient of the Outstanding PolyU Alumni Award, Prof. Lau has supported his alma mater by serving as Advisory Committee Member of the Department of Land Surveying and Geo-Informatics, and Senior Advisor to the President.

Dr Joseph Lee Chung Tak, GBS, OStJ, JP, Chairman of the Wofoo Plastics and Chemicals Group, is a renowned entrepreneur and philanthropist. In 1997, he set up the Wofoo Foundation and has since served as its Chairman, contributing to the development of education, public and community service in Hong Kong over the years. In 2013, Dr Lee made a generous donation through the Foundation in support of PolyU’s Mainland Experience Scheme and the development of holistic education for students.

Mr Laurence Li Lu Jen is a member of Temple Chambers, a barristers’ chamber in Hong Kong Committed to giving back to society, he co-established the 30SGroup with fellow young professionals in 2003 to explore and give advice on different social issues in Hong Kong based on their professional knowledge. He served as Member of the PolyU Council from 2009 to 2015, actively supporting the development of education.

Mr Irons Sze, BBS, JP, Executive Director of Hang Tung Resources Holding Limited, served as President of the Chinese Manufacturers’ Association of Hong Kong from 2012 to 2014, spearheading the city’s industrial and commercial development. With a deep concern for the development of education, he has been rendering steadfast support to PolyU’s service-learning and student exchange programmes, which help to enhance students’ sense of social responsibility and broaden their perspectives.

Ms Yao Jue, JP, acclaimed violinist, is internationally renowned for her exceptional techniques. Over the years, she has been dedicated to making music education accessible. In support of PolyU’s endeavours to promote music, she served as the University’s Artist-in-Residence in 2014/2015. PolyU students and staff were coached by Ms Yao on performance techniques, and the remarkable experience of sharing the stage with her enriched their perspectives on arts and culture. ♦