M-file Series -
Howard Ling


Howard Ling is the Vice President of the CUMBA Alumni Association.

= Interviewer
= Howard Ling
   
Which year and class did you graduate from?
 
2005.
   
Why do you study for the MBA?
 
Enhancing business skills, expanding business network, and understanding more about our society.
   
Which industry are you now in?
 
Social Entrepreneurship.
   
Would you mind giving us a brief history of your career life?
 
Graduated in University of Illinois, Urbana-Champaign in 1997, Worked for food industry for 5 years, did my MBA in CUHK, worked for luxury industry in Hong Kong and Switzerland for 2 years. Back to Hong Kong to found three companies, two are about food, and one is about trading.  Appointed to head the Social Enterprise Business Centre (under the Hong Kong Council of Social Service) in 2008.
   
Is there any unforgettable thing about your career life so far?
 

Voluntary experience in business mentoring and consulting for young entrepreneurs.

   
What is your future plan?
 
Developing a platform for social and commercial enterprises to exchange ideas and share experiences and resources world-wide.
   
Is there any difficulty/problem your company is facing?
 
To increase the awareness of social issues around the world.
   
Is there any future opportunity or development in your field/company?
 
Social enterprises will play a very significant role in the business ocean.
   
What is the most unforgettable thing during your study in the CUMBA?
 
Finding good and trustworthy friends in my class.
   
What is your hobby?
 
Basketball, Shaolin Exercise, and Hiking.
   
What is your view of the coming development of HK?
 
Optimistic, always stay optimistic no matter what.
   
Is there anything more you want to share with readers?
 
No idea is perfect, act on your inspiration!
   
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