Professor Robert Li Inaugurated as the Fung King Hey Memorial Professor of Tourism Management

The event was graced by the presence of Mr Tony Fung, the generous donor of the professorship established in memory of his late father, Mr Fung King Hey. This gift continues the Fung family’s legacy of significant contributions to CUHK.

In his vote of thanks, Professor Dennis Lo Yuk-ming, CUHK Vice-Chancellor and President, expressed deep gratitude to Mr Fung and his family. He highlighted the connection dating back to the late 1970s, crediting the late Mr Fung senior with playing a pivotal role in the early success of the CUHK MBA programme. He also commended Mr Tony Fung for his steadfast philanthropic spirit and continued support of the university’s development.

Professor Dennis Lo Yuk-ming commends the Fung family’s enduring support and the late Mr Fung King Hey’s contributions to the CUHK MBA programme

Professor Zhou Lin, dean of CUHK Business School, also extended his heartfelt thanks to Mr Fung. He noted that this professorship honours not only Professor Robert Li’s academic excellence but also his “leadership with purpose”—a reflection of the Business School’s commitment to scholarship that serves society.

Professor Zhou Lin, dean of CUHK Business School, highlights how the professorship honours Professor Robert Li’s academic excellence and his ‘leadership with purpose

In his lecture, Professor Robert Li reflected on his journey from a destination marketer in Nanjing to a “bridge-builder” in academia. He emphasised the value of a multi-faceted career, which combines rigorous research with engaged scholarship, innovative teaching, and leadership roles within the industry. He concluded by expressing deep gratitude to his students, mentors, and his family.

The full record of the lecture is available here.

Professor Robert Li reflects on his journey from a destination marketer to a global academic leader during his inaugural lecture