Mark is a dynamic and agile CFO for British manufacturing group C2W, a natural intercultural leader with high levels of empathy, over 15 years of leadership experience, and a talent for strategic and operational excellence.Mark is from the UK and moved to China in 2005 aged only 20 after finishing his accountancy qualifications, for a gap year, in pursuit of personal and professional growth, and to have his eyes opened to different cultures. That gap year continues...Mark is advanced in Mandarin Chinese, a fellow member of accounting bodies the AAT, and CIMA & AICPA. Mark\\\'s passion is his social purpose of giving back to the community, his greatest achievement was received in February 2019 becoming an international Peace Award laureate, having his work over the years helping children in need with a local NGO he co-founded and is Chairman of recognised in the Field of Philanthropy. In late 2019 this was further recognized when he was awarded the United Nation\'s China 2019 Social Impact Award in the Field of Community and Culture.In early 2023 Mark won the inaugural AAT Excellence Award in the UK highlighting his strong leadership skills and social purpose.Passionate the British Chamber, having been a member for 13 years and on the ExCo for 5 years, Mark cannot wait to get stuck into this new position, helping British businesses across our region to succeed and is looking forward working closely with the amazing Chamber team and his fellow ExCo members.

Nicole has been working in KPMG for over 18 years, based in Greater Bay Area (GBA) assisting MNCs entering into China and helping domestic enterprises going overseas.She was appointed as the Senior Office Partner of KPMG Hainan since 2018, managing KPMG Hainan business development, including audit, tax and advisory services. She is a trusted advisor for companies looking for value chain efficiency enhancement by utilizing special regional incentives in Southern China (e.g. Guangzhou Nansha, Zhuhai Hengqin, Hainan Free Trade Port).It will be my honor if I am selected as treasurer of BriCham GD, whereas not only my expertise could provide more assistance to members\\\\' operation in China but also to the benefits of the association.

Blandine Cressard is a French national, graduated trilingual interpreter and with a Cornell University MBA in International Hotel Management.She left France in 1991 to West Africa (Ghana, Ivory Coast, Guinee Conakry) where she held executive management positions for ACCOR properties until 1999. After 3 years in Edinburgh, Scotland, Blandine moved to Asia early 2002 and grew her expertise with Accor Asia Pacific in Take Over, Branding and Opening Hotels. In 2011 she joined Warwick International Hotels in South Pacific to build the largest Convention Centre and host the 1st APAC convention in Vanuatu. End 2012 she moved back to Asia to join GCP Hospitality to brand Gaw Capital Group 1st hotel in Hong Kong. In 2015 in Myanmar she built and opened Gaw Capital Group 1st Luxury cruise ship: Strand Cruise and managed the iconic Strand Hotel in Yangon. Blandine arrived in Shenzhen in 2016 to build, open and manage Residence G, a GCP Hospitality Flagship Lifestyle property.I am very pleased and honoured to be a Committee member of the British Chamber of Commerce. General Manager of Residence G Shenzhen which belongs to GCP Hospitality, the hospitality arm of Gaw Capital Group with 3000 employees and 7500 keys around the world with an enviable reputation in the hospitality industry for providing asset management, hotel management and business development of the highest standards. We are focused on value creation and we also seek to add value by implementing best practices to local markets and by growing local talents. With the nature of my activity I have an extended network with professionals from all walks of life and business activities. For the past 33 years I have lived and worked outside France (Africa, UK and in Asia since 2002) representing French and International flagship hotel brands going through the various stages of doing business in foreign countries and adapting to different cultures and laws bringing expertise and cooperation with local entities as well a

I am honored to step up into the position of Vice Chair of the British Chamber of Commerce Guangdong. Since joining the Chamber as an Executive Committee member in 2018, I have been dedicated to serving our members and fostering bilateral business growth.As a dual-national with deep roots in both British and Cantonese culture, I have a unique understanding of the challenges and opportunities facing businesses operating in the Greater Bay Area. My experience working with local businesses, MNCs, and government agencies has equipped me with a strong network and a deep understanding of the local market.I have a proven track record of strategic leadership, having served as Executive Manager of the Chamber and leading initiatives focused on connecting businesses and promoting understanding between the UK and China; before that working in a professional corporate capacity within Global & Commercial Banking with 2.5 years in a critical of role leading a team of 11,000 people in South China for HSBC Banking Operations focused on GBA initiatives, Operations & Tech Transformation and People policies. Additionally, my experience as an entrepreneur and business coach has allowed me a firsthand understanding of the challenges faced by SMEs and startups in this region.I am passionate about continuing to serve our members and contribute to the success of the British Chamber of Commerce Guangdong. As elected Vice Chair, I will leverage my experience, network, and skills to drive the Chamber forward and create even greater value for our members, working internally and externally with our valued stakeholders.

Vikalp Jadav Vadathya (Dr. Neil) is the Founder and Director, International Health Care Unit (IHCU), Foshan Fosun Chancheng Hospital;Vice Director, Zen Premium Medical Center, Foshan Fosun Chancheng Hospital;General Manager, Fosun Health International Cooperation Department, Greater Bay Area;International Business Assistant to the CEO, Fosun Health. He got an MS degreein Otolaryngology.As the Director of the International Health Care Unit (IHCU) at Foshan Fosun Chancheng Hospital and in my various leadership capacities, I am eager to contribute meaningfully to the British Chamber\\\\'s Executive Committee, particularly in expanding its healthcare initiatives and fostering greater collaboration between healthcare providers and the Chamber\\\\'s members.In my role at Foshan Fosun Chancheng Hospital, I have been instrumental in overseeing the growth and strategic development of the International Health Care Unit, which provides world-class healthcare services to a diverse patient base, including expatriates, high-end self-paying clients, and international visitors. Under my leadership, the IHCU has treated over 20,000 international patients from more than 100 countries, establishing a strong reputation for clinical excellence and patient-centered care. With a patient satisfaction score exceeding 96%, the unit has also forged direct billing agreements with over 25 major international insurance providers, ensuring seamless access to premium medical care for insured clients. These accomplishments reflect our dedication to maintaining the highest standards of quality, safety, and personalized service.In addition to my responsibilities at IHCU, I serve as the Business Assistant to the CEO of Fosun Health and the General Manager of the International Department for the Greater Bay Area (GBA). These roles involve significant contributions to the strategic growth of healthcare accessibility and innovation in the GBA, driving initiatives that benefit local and internat

As the managing partner of KAID PR, Kris has over 12 years of experienceproviding strategic and effective B2B communication solutions for overseas clients looking to enter the Chinese market. He is more than enthusiastic in helping BriCham and its members in building effective networks, connecting with thedynamic business community in the Greater Bay Area.

Benjamin is the founder of Kinyu (The China Desk). He has worked in China for many years and is the expert in supply chain management. Benjamin has facilitated trade of over one billion US dollars, managed trade of 115 million US dollars. Ben is also specialized in supply chain finance.

28-year seasoned marketing & communication professional. Career started from PR, trained to be an all-rounded marketer in her 9+ years with BAT. Joined Ogilvy PR as GZ office head in 2007, and later Managing Director of Ogilvy Group GZ from 2016 to Jun 2023. She\\\\'s now Brand & Strategy Advisor in Designest. Her core expertise are brand management, brand positioning, IMC, PR, organization and talent development.

Seasoned China lawyer and entrepreneur with over 20 years\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\' experience living and working in China;A fluent Mandarin speaker, completed his first degree in Chinese at Leeds University in the UK;Moved to Guangzhou in 1998 as a newly-qualified lawyer to assist a major London-based international law firm open its first office in Mainland China. Instrumental in building up the firm’s China practice, assisting clients from across the world with many of the legal aspects of establishing and operating business in China.Established “The Happy Monk”, the first gastro pub concept in Guangzhou in 2009, which has grown to become an award-winning brand in the hospitality industry, with a team of 180 employees, operating five busy downtown locations; Executive MBA Degree Holder of a joint programme offered by Columbia University Business School, London Business School and Hong Kong University Business School;Awarded an OBE by Queen Elizabeth II in recognition to his services on behalf of British businesses and legal services in China.

Lily Shen is the General Manager and Center Director of HSBC Global Service Centre China (GSC China). She leads a team of over 10,000 professionals based in Guangzhou and Foshan, blending strategic oversight with hands-on involvement in technology, business and operations. The GSC is an integral part of HSBC GSC network to deliver top-tier financial support to business entities in HSBC Group globally. Lily\\\\'s leadership is anchored in delivering exceptional customer service and maintaining operational excellence, driven by a deep passion for people management and a steadfast commitment to excellence with her 20+ year wide spectrum experiences across retail and wholesale banking operations, corporate communications, global projects and customer centric services and sales.Outside of work, Lily is a mother of a grown-up daughter and a teenager son.

After growing up in Hong Kong, I attended Newcastle University. On graduation I moved to Beijing, China where I lived, studied and worked for 7 years. I worked in various capacities, including as an arts festival director, marketing and events manager for a restaurant chain and product localisation manager for a tech company. Intrigued by what the GBA had to offer (and in search of warmer climate!), I moved to Shenzhen. In 2023 I co-founded a product sourcing and development company that services companies looking to manufacture and manage their supply chain in China. As a start up founder, BritCham has been a great place to meet likeminded individuals running similar businesses. I am impressed by the array of events and visits BritCham hosts, exposing me to fascinating industries other than my own. I would like to join the Executive Committee to give back to the Chamber, working to grow the supply chain group, generating wider business community interest, and helping with existing and new event formats. Being on the ground in Guangdong enables me to understand what British businesses need and I intend to use this influence to better service British organisations in China.

Dr Penny Chen has been working in UK higher education for over 10 years. After completing her PhD in Business and Management from the University of Manchester in 2014, Penny is now an Associate Professor in Innovation and Enterprise at UCLan. She also serves as the General Manager of UCLan Technology (Shenzhen) Ltd., where she oversees the incubator and accelerator programme in China, supporting over 500 start-ups.Beyond her academic and managerial roles, Penny has been actively investing in tech start-ups in both China and the UK, with a particular focus on AI projects. Penny is also a recognised content creator with a social media following of over 200,000, using her platform to share insights on innovation, technology, and entrepreneurship. Her achievements have earned her the Social Action Award at the 2021-2022 UK Alumni Awards.