IT Leadership Accelerator Platform (iLEAP)

What can iLEAP bring to you

The IT Leadership Accelerator Platform (iLEAP) offers candidates a transformative journey to enhance their professional and leadership capabilities. Through this program, participants are empowered to bring emerging value to IT management and are equipped to meet the growing demand for competent, visionary senior IT leaders—such as CIOs, Heads of IT, and executives in technology and service organizations—across Hong Kong, the Greater Bay Area (GBA), and ASEAN.

Objectives

  • Participants will be empowered with the vision, confidence, and leadership skills needed to drive technology innovation, lead business transformation, and connect enterprises across Hong Kong, the Greater Bay Area (GBA), and ASEAN.
  • They will gain access to high-quality education and training that supports their professional growth and prepares them for leadership roles in IT management.
  • They will have opportunities to build meaningful relationships and expand their professional networks with peers, industry leaders, and organizations both locally and internationally.

Programme Highlight

Embark on a transformative two-year journey with iLEAP. This exclusive program is designed to accelerate the careers of both aspiring and experienced IT leaders, offering unparalleled opportunities for professional growth, strategic leadership development, and industry recognition.

  • Personalized Executive Guidance
    Learn directly from seasoned CIOs and senior IT leaders who offer tailored advice, real-world insights, and support in navigating leadership challenges
  • Cross-Industry Exposure & Strategic Growth
    Gain diverse perspectives from mentors across sectors like finance, healthcare, and tech, while developing your leadership style, strategic thinking, and readiness for senior roles
  • High-Impact Networking
    Build meaningful relationships with influential leaders that can lead to future collaborations, executive opportunities, and long-term career advancement
  • Strategic Thinking Application
    Apply strategic thinking skill to real-world business challenges
  • Executive Communication
    Sharpen executive presentation and communication skills
  • Leadership Explosure
    Gain direct insights from top-level decision-makers
  • Real-world Technology Insights
    Discover real-world applications of emerging tech and best practices
  • Global Perspective
    Broaden your international view by engaging with international innovators
  • Strategic Networking
    Build valuable connections with industry leaders and peers across regions
  • Executive Presence
    Strengthen leadership presence and interpersonal effectiveness
  • Communication Mastery
    Enhance communication, influence, and conflict resolution
  • Team Leadership
    Build confidence in leading diverse teams and navigating complex challenges
  • Practical Relevance
    Apply proven frameworks and real-world insights to lead with clarity, empathy, and impact
  • Executive Perspectives
    Acquire practical wisdom through direct dialogue with experienced executives
  • Trend Awareness
    Stay ahead of emerging trends with insights from CIOs and executives
  • Authentic Leadership Insights
    Explore authentic leadership philosophies, including culture-building and decision-making under uncertainty
  • Relationship Building
    Foster trust and familiarity among members and leaders from various industries, paving the way for future collaborations and partnerships
  • Idea Exchange
    Discover innovative approaches to shared challenges, and gain valuable insights into how other organizations are evolving
  • Accelerated Learning
    Engage in informal conversations and strategic dialogue with experienced professionals, enabling participants to stay current, avoid missteps, and identify smarter pathways forward

HKCS iLEAP Cohort 7: Now Open for Application

Deadline: 15 August 2025

Please download the Application Form: HERE

Executive Committee

RoleNameCompany NameTitle
Chairperson: Mr Douglas LeungLink REIT, Hong KongDirector, Information Technology
Vice Chairpersonr: Dr Danny ChungFormerly with Chubb Life Insurance LimitedFormer Global Head of IT Operations
Member: Mr Adams ChanConstruction Industry CouncilChief Information Officer
Member: Ms Winnie ChanThe Bank of East Asia, LtdHead of Personal Banking IT
Member: Mr Jeff ChauHKBN Enterprise SolutionsAssociate Director
Member: Ms Grace Huii-Sprint Innovations (HK) Ltd.Senior Sales Director
Member: Mr Bennalt KanHewlett Packard EnterpriseHead of Sales
Member: Mr Ignatius KungGlobal Technology Integrator LtdChief Executive Officer
Member: Ms Sally LauAPJ Software (HK) Co Ltd.Director, Strategy & Business
Member: Mr Raymond LeungPYL LimitedDirector & Co-Founder
Member: Dr Lana LoFormerly with City University of Hong KongFormer Chief Information Officer
Member: Mr Alex WongThe Hong Kong and China Gas Company LimitedGeneral Manager, Corporate Information Technology
Member: Ms Charlotte WongHSBCChief Information Officer Hong Kong
Member: Mr Roger WongThe Education University of Hong KongChief Information Officer
Advisor: Mr Raymond ChengFormerly with HSBCFormer Group General Manager and Chief Operating Officer
Advisor: Ir Dr John HuiHong Kong Institute of Information TechnologyPrincipal of Hong Kong Institute of Information Technology
cum Chief Digital Officer of Vocational Training Council
Advisor: Dr Louis MaCity University of Hong KongDirector, SCOPE

Recent Events

HKCS iLEAP Research Presentation: Startup Pitch with Angel Fund – The Pet-conomy is coming (3 May 2024)

HKCS iLEAP Research Presentation Briefing (14 Mar 2024)

HKCS iLEAP CIOB Fireside Chat (19 Jan 2024)

HKCS iLEAP Research Presentation: APJ (14 Dec 2023)

HKCS iLEAP Technology Leader Forum – Richard Leung (23 Dec 2021)

iLEAP Technology Leader Forum – Raymond Cheng (27 Jan 2021)

HKCS iLEAP Research Presentation – Midland (17 Dec 2020)

iLEAP Company Visit – Huawei Shenzhen Office (19 Jan 2018)

iLEAP Company Visit – MTR Operations Control Centre Tour (15 Sep 2017)

iLEAP kick off event (5 Jul 2017)

iLEAP Inaugural Ceremony (21 Mar 2017)

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