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    Overview

    The Beta Gamma Sigma CUHK Chapter was established in 2000, as the first chapter outside of North America, to honour academic excellence and to encourage personal and professional excellence among its members. The only scholastic honour society recognised by AACSB International, Beta Gamma Sigma awards membership to undergraduate students in their second year or above with a cumulative grade point average (GPA) in the top 10% and graduate students in the top 20%.

    Membership in Beta Gamma Sigma is the most prestigious recognition awarded to a business student, and the society further awards two veteran business leaders who embody its ideals through exceptional leadership as Chapter Honorees every year.

    History

    Founded as an American national organisation in 1913, Beta Gamma Sigma is the first national honour society in business. Originally a merger of three separate honour societies at the University of Wisconsin, University of Illinois, and the University of California, the society only allows business schools accredited by AACSB to join. Beta Gamma Sigma currently has more than 580 chapters worldwide dedicated to fostering outstanding and ethical business leadership.

    2025 Chapter Honorees

    Ms Wong Fung Han, Gilly

    Former Chief Executive
    Consumer Council

     

    Wong Fung Han, Gilly is an accomplished leader whose career is defined by adaptability, international outlook, and cross-sector expertise. A proud graduate of the Chinese University of Hong Kong’s BBA programme in 1988, Gilly has built an outstanding legacy across both public and private sectors in Hong Kong and internationally.

    Until May 2024, Gilly served as the Chief Executive of the Hong Kong Consumer Council, where she played a transformative role in advancing consumer welfare and setting new standards for corporate governance and stakeholder engagement. Under her leadership, the Council strengthened its impact both locally and globally, becoming a trusted advocate for consumer rights and a respected voice in policy development. Gilly is celebrated for her strategic vision, inclusive leadership, and her ability to guide organisations through complexity and change.

    During her tenure, Gilly championed digitalisation and innovation, driving the adoption of technology and artificial intelligence to enhance operational efficiency, data analysis, and consumer engagement. She was instrumental in making the Council’s signature publication, CHOICE magazine, freely accessible to the public, empowering consumers with independent and reliable information. Gilly also successfully resolved numerous high-profile consumer disputes, reinforcing the Council’s reputation as a steadfast defender of consumer interests. Furthermore, she spearheaded a wide range of education and partnership programmes, collaborating extensively with industries and regulatory authorities to promote consumer rights, foster corporate responsibility, and cultivate a fair and transparent marketplace.

    Gilly’s career trajectory reflects a journey from local beginnings to global influence, marked by progressive leadership roles in a diverse range of industries. At the Hong Kong Tourism Board, she led destination marketing and international event strategies, building collaborations that elevated Hong Kong’s profile as a leading destination for business and leisure. During her tenure at CLP Holdings Limited—one of Asia-Pacific’s foremost energy companies—she managed major initiatives in public affairs, branding, and communications, strengthening stakeholder trust and advancing corporate citizenship.

    Earlier in her career, Gilly advanced professionally with major international companies such as British Telecom, Cabletron Systems, Microsoft, and American Express. These experiences equipped her with a strong foundation in business development, marketing, and communications, and provided valuable exposure to a variety of business environments and cultures.

    Gilly is deeply committed to lifelong learning and public service. She holds an MBA from the Richard Ivey School of Business at the University of Western Ontario, where she received the Academic Achievement Award. She has served as Vice President of Consumers International and contributed to numerous advisory and regulatory committees shaping Hong Kong’s social and economic development. Passionate about personal wellbeing, Gilly enjoys tai chi, yoga, and travel.

    Her professional journey is defined by a commitment to ethical leadership, global citizenship, and the pursuit of excellence—values that resonate with the ideals of Beta Gamma Sigma and the CUHK community.

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