Conference Highlights:

Keynote Address I: We anticipate an insightful presentation by Zhou Fang, Vice Chair of the European Chamber Human Resources Working Group. Her address will reveal the highly anticipated. 2023/2024 HR Working Group Position Paper, offering invaluable insights into the prevailing trends and challenges within the HR domain.

Keynote Address II: GI Group Holding will provide a comprehensive perspective on the recruitment trends of the technological era's employment demands.

Panel Discussion I: The initial panel discussion will examine the HR challenges confronting European companies operating in the Greater Bay Area. Salient topics will include National IIT, GBA IIT, flexible working, Chinese labour laws, expatriate migration, data protection, as well as hiring and remuneration considerations.

Panel Discussion II: The subsequent panel discussion is dedicated to exploring the construction of a resilient workforce, equipped to navigate challenges during periods of heightened uncertainty. Our panel of experts will disseminate valuable insights and elucidate best practices conducive to facilitating business continuity.

Networking Opportunities: The conference will facilitate networking during a tea break and a school tour, providing a conducive environment for establishing meaningful connections and sharing professional experiences.

Agenda:

13:00 - 13:30 Registration & Networking

13:30 - 13:40 Open Remarks by Klaus Zenkel, Vice President of the European Chamber, Chairman of the South China Chapter

13:40 - 14:00 Keynote Speech One: Release of the 2023/2024 HR Working Group Position Paper

Zhou Fang, Vice Chair of the European Chamber Human Resources Working Group

14:00 – 15:00 Panel Discussion One and Q&A: Navigating HR Challenges for European Companies in the Greater Bay Area: A 2023/2024 Perspective

Hot Issues: Expat Exodus /National IIT & GBA IIT/Flexible Working and the Chinese labour law/ Data Protection/Hiring and Salary

Moderator: 

Ms Zhou Fang, Vice Chair of the European Chamber Human Resources Working Group

Panellists:

Mr Fabian Blake, Vice Chairman of the European Chamber South China Chapter

Ms Janet Zhang, Vice Chair of the European Chamber of Finance and Taxation Working Group

Ms Daisy Yang, Head of D’Andrea & Partners Legal Counsel Shenzhen Office

Mr Kevin Baker, Director of the American International School Guangzhou

15:00 - 15:30 Tea Break & Networking & School Tour

15:30 - 15:50 Keynote Speech Two: Embrace the recruitment trends of the technological era's employment demands

Ms Helen Pan, Regional Head of South China, Gi Group Holding (Greater China)

15:50 - 16:50 Panel Discussion Two and Q&A: Building a Resilient Workforce: Adapting HR Strategies for Business Continuity in Uncertain Times

Moderator: 

Mr John Dorris, Co-Founder & Globalization Consultant, Sino Associates Global Limited

Panellists:

Mr Christian Gassner, Chair of the European Chamber Manufacturing Forum

Mr Francis Qiu, General Manager of Generali China Life Insurance Co.LTD., Shenzhen Branch

Ms Helen Pan, Regional Head of South China, Gi Group Holding (Greater China)

Ms Priscilla Wong, ISLC – Senior Mentor Coach, ICF - Master Certified Coach (MCC)

16:50 - 17:00 Closing Speech by Klaus Zenkel, Vice President of the European Chamber, Chairman of the South China Chapter

17:00 - 17:30 Networking

Speaker Info:

Mr. Klaus Zenkel

Vice President European Chamber, Chair at European Chamber South China Chapter, General Manager Imedco Technology (Shenzhen) Co.Ltd

Biography:
Born in Germany and graduated in Industrial Engineering. Until late 80's mainly remained in Germany near his hometown in Erlangen, where he had a position at Siemens Healthcare HQ.

From 1993 to 2006 he was based in Hongkong, Malaysia, Germany and China for several executive management positions within the Siemens Healthcare organization, one of which was Technical Director at Siemens Healthineers facility(SSMR), based in Shenzhen's Hi-Tech Industrial Park.

In 2006 start-up and developed from scratch the Shenzhen subsidiary of a Swiss Company, Imedco AG. Imedco is global player involved in the healthcare Industry, manufacturing MRI shielding solutions for hospitals and research institutions.

Involvement at European Chamber South China Chapter board since 2016. As an active board member of the European Chamber South China Chapter he holds the Chair of the board position since 2021. In the capacity as EU Chamber Vice President supports the member companies and meets with government officials on a regular basis to discuss the current economic and technological issues.

In March 2021 Klaus was elected as a Director of the Board at the Swiss Chamber in South China. He is also a member of the German Chamber in South China.

Ms. Fang Zhou

South China Chair of European Chamber Human Resources Working Group；Commercial Director of Bosch Shenzhen

Zhou Fang is Commercial Director of Bosch Shenzhen. Major field of knowlege covers strategy plan and execution, enterprise operations and joint venture collaboration.

She has experience working both for home appliances and automotive companies. She worked at Electrolux manufacturing sites in China and headquarter in Asia Pacific in the role of Secretary to JV Board, Executive Assistant to Plant Manager, Project Manager, Logistics Manager, Purchasing Manager, Import and Export Manager, and Industrial Engineering Manager. She has been working for Bosch in different locations in China and Germany in the role of plant Logistics Director, Business Field Logistics Director for Asia and North America, Operations Director and General Manager of a JV.

Ms. Helen Pan

Regional Head of South China, Gi Group Holding (Greater China)

Helen is the regional head of South China, in charge of business development and strategy account management in the Greater Bay Area. She has gained strong and rich experience in human resources, which includes staffing, outsourcing, RPO and customized solutions. She is also skilled in the analysis of legislation and policy of labor dispatch, especially the Labor Contract Law. Relying on professional industry background, Helen and her team provide professional, comprehensive and systematic customized human resource solutions according to the actual needs of clients, and help them focus more on their core business.

John Dorris

Co-Founder & Globalization Consultant, Sino Associates Global Limited

John is the Founder and Chief Cultural Officer of Sino Associates with more than 22 years of training, coaching, and facilitation experience in Asia, including 20 years of leadership development experience in China. John has developed thousands of professionals in leadership practices across Asia and North America with a focus on Global Leadership and coaching leaders transitioning to new roles.

John is a certified cross-cultural and leadership assessor, a certified coach, and certified in a range of tools covering academic and business settings. His signature workshop on Diversity, Equity and Inclusion has been highly praised by fortune 100 companies, embassies, and consulates across Asia.

His Global Leadership courses prepare leaders to create impact and drive results on international teams and leverage proprietary tools such Sino’s VAE and 3A. After COVID John has been an advocate for supporting teams in China to build better communication and influence with their overseas stakeholders in the wake of international policy and strategy changes.

John brings a wealth of knowledge to his clients through his rich international background having lived and worked in nine countries. Beyond providing services to corporate clients, John has served as an APEC speaker on global balance in business and as an adjunct professor on the topics of leadership and coaching.

Select Certifications and Specialized Training:
• Certified Leadership Development Framework Assessor and Coach
• Certified Diversity and Inclusion Trainer
• Certified Facilitator by Dr. Roger Greenaway
• Certified WABC and ICF Coach