IntroductionJoin industry experts from Speeda and Grant Thornton to explore Asia’s M&A landscape, emerging investment trends, and practical cross-border deal insights. Network with peers, get your questions answered, and gain actionable knowledge to drive smarter deals in China, Japan, and ASEAN.

Speakers

Curtis So

Senior Manager Consulting Service, Uzabase

Curtis So is a Consulting Manager at Uzabase who specializes in translating complex data into actionable business strategy. He leverages an extensive background from leading research agencies Kantar and Ipsos, where he honed his expertise in data storytelling. By crafting compelling go-to-market insights, he has guided strategic decisions for a diverse portfolio of clients across the Finance, Real Estate, and FMCG sectors.

Gary Leung

Director, NextGen Partners

Gary is a seasoned venture capital and private equity investor specializing in the consumer retail, TMT, AI, and financial institutions sectors. He is committed to helping companies accelerate growth and realize their full potential, serving as a trusted sounding board for founders.

Over his career, Gary has led investments totaling more than US$3.5 billion, creating value across China, the pan-Asia region, Europe, and the United States. Many of these portfolio companies have successfully gone public or been acquired. He also plays an active role in the entrepreneurial and professional community as an Executive Committee member of the Imperial College Alumni Association of Hong Kong and as a mentor for HKUST Entrepreneurship Center.

Wiley Pun

Partner, Advisory Grant Thornton Hong Kong Limited

HKICPA, CICPA (non-practicing), Public Valuer (non-practicing), MAPIEx, PRM, FSA Credential, CESGA

Wiley has more than 16 years of experience in the valuation of companies, intangible assets, and financial instruments in Hong Kong, China, and overseas for various purposes including financial reporting, strategic or transaction evaluation, financing support and expert support for court submission.