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Welcome to the October 2024 Global Sources Summit: The New Code of Sourcing for a Sustainable Future. Discover the essentials for innovative sourcing methods and the market trends that can’t be overlooked.

Once again, we've gathered field experts and industry titans to explore rapidly evolving market trends, disruptive innovations, and emerging consumer values. Together, we'll address the compelling need for sustainability that's reshaping sourcing demands, driving us towards more effective and efficient practices.

Summit attendees will gain invaluable insights into navigating this new landscape, mastering cutting-edge tools and methodologies to stay ahead of the curve.

Join us as we unlock the future of sourcing and position your business for success.

Together, let’s write the new code for smarter and sustainable sourcing, shaping a better tomorrow for all.

Info: Greald Solomon, CEO and Founder of Network of Academic and Scholastic Esports Federations (NASEF), examined in this seminar how scholastic eSports programs can differentiate and enhance your brand’s image by integrating esports into your messaging and marketing conversations.

Info: Four top eSports players and founders of popular eSports Clubs and game commentator celebrity from mainland China came together to present how eSports team IP and brand collaborations can create innovative crossover opportunities in merchandise and sponsorships, revolutionizing fan engagement and expanding market reach.

Info: Renaud Anjoran, Executive VP of Agilian Technology, demonstrated AI's transformative impact across the product development lifecycle. His presentation explored how artificial intelligence revolutionizes four critical stages: conceptualization, design, customization, and optimization, offering practical insights for modernizing product development processes in today's competitive landscape.

Info: Ken Wong, Executive Officer, E-Commerce Association of Hong Kong, examined AI’s application in developing ultra-targeted market segments for businesses to achieve unprecedented levels of personalization and efficiency in their marketing efforts.

Info: Caspar ter Horst, Managing Director of ProductIP, guided businesses through the complex maze of evolving EU regulations, offering strategic insights on how businesses could navigate current legislative requirements while preparing for upcoming regulatory changes to maintain competitive advantage in the dynamic European marketplace.

Info: Jones Ng, Founder and Director of Chiwa Digital Media Capital Group, revealed proven strategies for maximizing partnerships across leading social platforms like TikTok to drive e-commerce growth and brand visibility in today’s extremely competitive digital marketplace.

Info: Terry Chan, Founder of Hong Kong eCommerce Supply Chain Association, explored Gen Z consumer behaviors, emerging trends, and effective market entry strategies into South-east Asia. Learn how to adapt your supply chain, optimize digital presence, and tailor product offerings to capture this rapidly growing demographic in one of the world's most promising e-commerce markets.

Info: Felix Chen, Senior manager at Shopify, shared strategies for leveraging Shopify Plus to build successful direct-to-consumer (DTC) and B2B operations. His presentation offered practical insights on maximizing the platform's capabilities to create seamless omnichannel experiences and drive business growth.

Info: Soey So, Director of ACCORD LIGHTING SOLUTION, offers an enlightening discussion on how home lighting has evolved over the past years to become today’s intelligent lighting, revolutionizing homes and reshaping consumer expectations for comfort. She also offers tips on how consumers should choose intelligent lighting suited for their specific needs to make their lives better and brighter.

Info: William Kan, Technical Services Manager of SGS Hong Kong Limited, guides the audience through the latest regulatory updates for food contact material in the EU and US markets. Furthermore, his presentation sheds lights on innovations for recycled plastic and the testing and green solutions pertaining to this topic of growing importance.

Info: Willy Lai, Co-Founder & CEO of FIMMICK, demonstrates how AI analytics can decode Gen Z consumer behavior across social platforms. His presentation reveals advanced strategies for leveraging AI tools to gain deeper audience insights and create more effective engagement with young consumers in the digital space.

Info: Arthur Yu, Senior Vice President of Invest HK, shares insights on how to leverage Hong Kong's edge for smarter sourcing strategies and supply chain management, and what Invest Hong Kong is doing to support overseas companies to set up their bases in the city to grow further.

Info: Lincoln Chan, Head of Membership & Digital Services at GS1 Hong Kong, reveals game-changing sourcing strategies including the 2D Barcodes and GS1 Standards for enhanced logistics and supply chain management efficiency.

Info: Darren Vanstone, the Managing Director at Ocatra, brings to the audience the latest news on the sustainability trend and the forces driving corporate sustainability for the Pet Industry in the US and EU market. He also offers 3 recommended actions for companies to take to deal with these complex issues.

Info: Meghla Bhardwaj, Co-Founder at India Sourcing Network, highlights India as one of the go-to sourcing destinations for textile products. In this seminar, Meghla covers the reasons why India would be the ideal sourcing country for home textiles and décor, the pros and cons, products to source, challenges and tips and some viable solutions.

Info: Karen Ho, Senior Business Development Manager at PANTONE, presents the color trend in home style in 2025 which centered on one key word: Harmony. The everlasting search for harmony filters through into every aspect of our lives including our relationships, the work we do, our social connections and the natural environment that surrounds us. Harmony in color unifies all the disparate elements of a product or design and helps ensure the right mood is being set. While the paths to harmony are many, they all center around our desire for balance and unity in our surroundings and the feeling of peace and cohesiveness it engenders. As we continue to redefine our style of living, harmony has taken on greater importance for our physical and spiritual well-being.

Info: Angela Nga Chi Chan, Vice President of HK Pet Trade Association, examines Hong Kong's booming pet food market. Her presentation unveils lucrative opportunities in emerging trends, from premium nutrition to holistic wellness products. Learn how to capitalize on shifting consumer preferences as pet owners increasingly prioritize high-quality ingredients and comprehensive health solutions for their companions.

Info: Jacky Tse, Marketing Manager at Solos Technology, reveals the emerging potential of AI-enabled smart glasses as the next revolutionary mobile platform. His presentation explores how features like “real-time translation” and “online chat” are poised to transform daily digital interactions and create new business opportunities.

Info: Vietnam has rapidly become a prominent supplier for the global electronics manufacturing industry, providing a strong substitute for the established leaders in this field. Huong Do, Executive Board Director of Vietnam Electronic Industries Association, provides strategic insights into Vietnam's sourcing landscape. Drawing from real-world case studies, she explores key advantages, potential challenges, and practical strategies for navigating the country's complex business ecosystem to achieve successful sourcing operations.

Info: Yip Pui Yin is a three-time Olympian, former Hong Kong team player, and now a dedicated badminton coach. In this special session packed with interactive games and exclusive sharing, Yip divulges her sporting experience and invaluable insights on selecting high-performance sportswear and equipment from the perspective of an accomplished professional athlete, revealing the critical factors that influence fitness enthusiasts’ purchasing decisions. This unique sharing helps you understand what truly matters when it comes to sports equipment and apparel selection.

Info: Athleisure has been a trend across the world for the past half decade. While consumers are increasingly adopting athleisure style clothing in daily lives, the essential focus of these apparel – functionality e.g. breathability, lightweight, comfort etc. has also become the parameter on which manufactures are trying to outperform each other.

Info: In this session, Ginny, Key Account Manager at SGS Hong Kong Limited who is also an expert in this area, shares the latest information on this apparel trend and introduces the testing methods available to prove the functional claims commonly seen in athleisure and wellness wear. 

Info: Karen Ho, Senior Business Development Manager at PANTONE, spotlights the color concept to be watched out for in 2025/26 Autumn and Winter - “Family”. Drawing inspiration from this idea, Karen explores meticulously the color palettes that blend a group of linked yet disparate elements together, bringing to the audience a color feast that is saturated with the new, the familiar, and the contrast in between. And with it, the speaker shows how duality and duplexity, just like a family, are at the roots of the Autumn/Winter season.

Info: Chris Walker, Sourcing Expert in Vietnam from VSource Company Limited, has been in the Vietnam's apparel industry since 2008 and has very extensive expertise and valuable industry connections. In this session, Chris presents a comprehensive analysis of Vietnam's competitive advantages in custom sportswear manufacturing, focusing on four critical factors: people, culture, tax and raw materials, offering practical insights for brands and buyers looking to establish or expand their manufacturing presence in the region.

Info: Cindy Tang, Novelty Lane Buyer & Fashion Stylist, who is also an impactful driver in the local apparel design industry, gives a close-up examination of the athleisure and sustainable fashion trends in this session, covering such important aspects as design, color, silhouettes and some avant-garde materials. For those who are planning to start your own activewear brand soon, this is important information not to miss.

Info: As modern life becomes increasingly digitally based, eCommerce has also become the prime marketplace for global trade to take place. But on a leading retail platform like Amazon which hosts millions of sellers, how can companies conduct their business more effectively? Melissa Uy, a representative from AmazonSellersLawyer.com, answers this question with practical insights and effective strategies to help businesses navigate the compliance, competition and marketing challenges of selling on Amazon.

Info: New product development has always been one of the most effective ways in tapping into new markets and boosting sales. But how to do it effectively and safely for baby and children’s products, especially in view of the market’s competitiveness and the stringent yet various regulations in different countries governing the sector? In this session, Belinda Jacobs, CEO & Tech Designer of Tech Packs Co, offers practical insights into how to optimize the product development process for baby and children's products, and some the most notable regulations of the US and the EU that a baby and children’s product developer can’t afford to neglect.

Info: PFAS, also known as “forever chemical” due to its chemical inertness and enduring property, is widely applied in a broad array of products, including baby and children’s goods. In this presentation, Charles Ng, Technical Manager, Softlines of TUV Rheinland Hong Kong, explores the most important US policies and regulations governing the use of PFAS in various products, and how businesses can navigate them effectively.

Info: Every product needs appropriate packaging for it to be protected, transported and delivered safely into the hands of consumers. In view of the surging environmental concern, the EU’s Packaging and Packaging Waste Directive (PPWD) is being updated to foster sustainable packaging and thereby a more circular economy. In this session, Charles Ng, Technical Manager, Softlines of TUV Rheinland Hong Kong, provides an overview of the major requirements that will be subject to these proposed new regulations for all stakeholders, manufacturers and buyers alike, to prepare ahead and navigate these updates effectively.

Event Venue & Nearby Stays

AsiaWorld-Expo, 1 Airport Expo Boulevard, Hong Kong, Hong Kong (SAR)