Meet Finoverse Leadership Team

At the heart of Finoverse is a passionate and dedicated team committed to connecting people through experiences. Together, we create a global tech network that fosters innovation, empowers collaboration, and drives meaningful change across industries.

Let’s shape the future and make an impact together with YOU!

Anthony Sar

Co-Founder & CEO

Anthony founded Finoverse in 2015 and Hong Kong FinTech Club in 2017 to meet the growing demand in the FinTech industry. He has over 20 years of experience in event management, communication and media in Asia and Europe.

Vila Wong

Co-Founder & MD

As the Co-founder of Finoverse, Vila is responsible for government relations, event management and company operation. She has designed and organised 50+ events in 8 years. Vila also works closely with key FinTech stakeholders, such as banks, VCs, associations and universities.

Alison Yim

Head of Business Development

Alison joined Finoverse in 2015 and has been leading the business development team for all projects since then. She has successfully brought in over 1,000 clients from 20+ countries from various industries, including banking, technology, legal, and consulting professionals.

Kris Fok

Web3 & Crypto Lead

Kris is a Web3 & Crypto leader with over 7 years of experience building communities and partnerships around innovative technologies and cutting-edge tech businesses. She builds the new Web3 venture arm for Finoverse, and oversees and develops company’s growth engagement initiatives in the Web3 space globally, aiming to drive and promote adoption for the industry.

Fred Leung

Senior Event Manager

Leveraging over 8 years of experience in event production and trade show management, Fred served as stage manager for HKFTW 2022, overseeing all production elements to ensure seamless execution. He also managed the Finoverse Arabia VIP Tour, providing concierge services as part of the event coordination team.

Fred Pi

Senior Content & Programme Manager

Fred is an experienced content and event specialist with a strong background in several prominent media and production companies to connect Greater China's thought leaders with international technology and finance experts. Fred is passionate about facilitating meaningful conversations and creating impactful event experiences for decision-makers, innovators, and the community.

Hannah Richardson

Global Head of Ventures

Hannah holds over 10 years of event management and government relations experience. Having organised over 300+ business seminars, workshops and conferences in Asia and Europe, Hannah supported HKFTW since 2018 and will be in charge of the Community and Startup Programmes.

Lily Sengdi Wadey

Marketing Manager

Lily is our Marketing Manager at Finoverse, fluent in four languages and in charge of all our marketing efforts. She handles promotions, social media, and creates content that grabs attention and brings in new customers. Her work is all about making sure people remember us and what we do.

Susanna Chen

Delegation & Startup Manager

Susanna is an Italian-born Chinese, experienced event management professional with expertise in client and VIP management, leads content projects and speaker recruitment at Finoverse. With 300+ organized gala dinners and conferences, she brings a diverse background and leadership experience to events like D3 Bahamas and Hong Kong Green FinTech Summit. Susanna has over 10 years of work experience.

Angus Wong

Head of Brand and Experience

As a super connector in the lifestyle and hospitality sectors with a long-standing career specialising in crafting unique events, Angus is dedicated to positioning Finoverse at the intersection of technology and culture through thoughtful strategic partnerships. By spearheading innovative initiatives that resonate with diverse audiences, he aims to transform and elevate the experience at Finoverse, fostering a sense of community and impactful connections.

Alice Chan

Head of Admin & HR

Alice is a seasoned event management expert with 10 years of experience, adept in organising 50+ innovative local and international events. Her skills also encompass HR functions, operational policies, stakeholder liaison, and business administration.

Sandra Kwong Göldi

Genesis Programme Lead

Sandra’s background is in both editorial and hospitality, with a strong emphasis on empowering the next generation of family business leaders. As Features Editor at BurdaLuxury, she produced editorial content for Prestige and Lifestyle Asia, notably spearheading the impactful 40-under-40 issues that celebrated Hong Kong's most promising talents. Additionally, she previously also contributed to the content curation for a Zurich-based family office conference

Artem Ainulin

Head of Design

Artem is an experienced designer with a proven track record in event, graphic, and web design. As an integral part of the Finoverse team for 5 years, he has been responsible for creating all design, branding, and on-site production for HKFTW, ensuring that the events are visually stunning, engaging, and flawlessly executed.

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