Executive Committee

Structure


Cabinet

 

Academic Year 2020-2021

Hi, this is Adrian. I am a Year 2 student majoring in FinTech and plan to double minor in actuarial studies and finance. I will often go to ChiWah to study after classes and study before exams! Fun fact about me: I am a human citymapper, who can tell you how to get from one place to another within Hong Kong in just 10 seconds!

Hey guys! I'm Ocean and I’m the president for the Year 2021-2022! I am a rising sophomore majoring in BASc FinTech and I really enjoy doing sports, especially swimming! As a FinTech enthusiast, I'm grateful to be given the opportunity to help those who are as passionate as me to pursue their interest in FinTech. I believe that with the team, we can provide you with an inspiring and rewarding environment. So feel more than welcome to be part of our FTSA family and we are looking forward to seeing you all!

Hi, this is Sistine, the external vice president of FTSA. I am a sophomore majoring in Financial Technology and minoring in computer science and risk management. I’m from Shanghai and I love travelling, hiking and filming. FinTech to me is a treasurable land full of opportunities. It incorporates great potential through transforming the traditional banking industry with tech. So glad to be a part of this significant turning point and also welcome all of you to embark on the fantastic journey with us!

Hii I'm Neko/Nicole, the IGS of FTSA session 2021 to 2022. I'm an incoming sophomore double majoring in FinTech and Political Science. Originally from Singapore, but I've been in Hong Kong for over a decade 🇭🇰🇸🇬 If you can't already tell, I'm a crazy cat lady 🐱 But besides the cat obsession, I love playing strategy games and board games 🎲 I'm also a huge bibliophile and an amateur digital artist 📚 🎨 I can ramble on about basically anything, so I look forward to meeting yall ٩۹(๑•̀ω•́ ๑)۶

Hey all, my name is Megan and I’m the Academic Director for 2021-22. I am currently majoring in FinTech and planning to have a second major in the data-related field. A random fun fact about me is that I love adventurous activities. No doubts that cliff jumping is definitely on one of my bucket lists. Do approach me if you have a similar hobby and we could go on a daring trip. With the fast-changing technology, I am thankful to be given the opportunity to join the TEAM. Looking forward to seeing everyone and experiencing life in FTSA!

Hi, this is Nicole, a Year 2 student majoring in FinTech. I am the External General Secretary for the year 2021-2022. I am a huge fan of American drama. During my leisure time, I like to play the violin and do rope skipping. I welcome all FinTech enthusiasts to join FTSA and hope to know you all!

Hey, here’s Shirley. I’m going to be a sophomore student of Financial Technology in the following academic year. I’ll be in the position of Internal Affairs Secretary of FTSA. I own great passion for FinTech industry and related rising technologies. Funny Guy in daily life: I’m a crazy fan about music and art, especially ardently love in concert and art gallery. I also devote myself to sports including badminton, swimming and hiking to keep fit. As a food lover, I’ll appreciate if you could join me exploring terrific food all over the world. I’ll keep on exploring and absorbing knowledge despite of the unclear goal in my academic career. Sincerely hope we could strive together for a brighter future of FinTech in HKU!!!:))Also can’t wait to see you guys in the campus!

Hess is a fellow FinTech enthusiast coming from the inaugural cohort of BASc(FinTech). She plans to double minor in computer science and mathematics to pave a way for her future pursuit in the realms of blockchain, cryptography and privacy-preserving protocols.

Hess loves solving puzzles & brain teasers as well as playing logic & strategic games which emphasize on rational logic. Hess is committed to offer the best experience to all members and welcomes everyone to become a part of the FTSA community.

Greetings! Victor here! I am an upcoming year 2 student studying FinTech and planning to double major in Entrepreneurship, Design and Innovation. During my free time, I love doing sports such as basketball and I also love animals! I hope that through FTSA, we are able to promote more about FinTech and let more people know about this field because FinTech will definitely become more and more important in the world. I look forward to getting to know the new members of FTSA!

Hello everyone I am Leo, the Social Secretary for 2021-2022. I am a BASc(fintech) year 2 student. My hobbies are playing sports and watching movies. I also love knowing new people so I hope I can see you on campus this coming year. Welcome all new FTSA members!

Hey there! I am Andy, the Technology Secretary for FTSA this year. Currently studying in the BASc(FinTech) programme, and plans to major in Mathematics in the future. I focus a lot on different FinTech technologies, such as Algorithmic Trading and Regtech. Furthermore, I also do quite a lot of cybersecurity related research in my free time. If you are also interested in such fields, feel free to talk to me at anytime!

Hello Everyone! This is Kay, the Marketing Secretary for 2021-22. I'm an upcoming year 2 student majoring in FinTech and Entrepreneurship, Design and Innovation. Will try my best to promote FTSA and grow with it 🙂 Welcome to join us and looking forward to seeing you on campus!

I am Jason, I am majoring in Computer Engineering, and I am the welfare secretary of FTSA. FinTech is an amazing area that there is a lot to explore, and I hope we learn more and explore more. No matter you are new to Fintech or already exposed to it, let’s have fun, learn more and enjoy learning in FTSA! I love programming and I hope to code a game in one year’s time, as well as composing music, and hope to finish my planned project. Let’s hope all our goals can be achieved!

Hi, I am Alexandra Yang, the financial secretary in the independent team for the 2021-2022 cabinet. I come from Chongqing, a mountainous city in the south western part of China. Traveling, jogging 🏃‍♀️ reading novels and listening to music 🎼 (of all genres) are my favorite pastime. I am more than willing to devote myself to the work in the FTSA, cooperating with all the cabinet members to promote the development of FinTech!

Hey guys, I’m Herbert, the Publication Secretary of FTSA for the year 2021-2022. I’m a Year 2 student studying FinTech and planning to double major in Decision Analytics. When I am free, I like reading books and listening to music! I believe that FinTech has already become part of our daily life, so I hope that all of us can know more about FinTech through those events held by FTSA. Welcome to FTSA!

Cabinet

 

Academic Year 2020-2021

Susan is currently majoring in Financial Technology, and intends on pursuing an additional major in Computer Science. She is a huge fan of Sudoku and logic puzzles, which she believes contributed to her passion for cryptography. Additionally, her favorite genre of books are detective stories and mysteries. Susan looks forward in witnessing the growth of FTSA and warmly invites everyone to join the FTSA community.

Hess is a fellow FinTech enthusiast coming from the inaugural cohort of BASc(FinTech). She plans to double minor in computer science and mathematics to pave a way for her future pursuit in the realms of blockchain, cryptography and privacy-preserving protocols.

Hess loves solving puzzles & brain teasers as well as playing logic & strategic games which emphasize on rational logic. Hess is committed to offer the best experience to all members and welcomes everyone to become a part of the FTSA community.

Born and bred in Malaysia, Winky is a sophomore studying FinTech with a second major in Urban Governance at HKU. Upon completing her freshman year, Winky joined Mellow - an award- winning FinTech startup as a summer intern. Winky’s passion lies in utilising FinTech to drive social impact, therefore she is keen to explore how we can embrace effective altruism in the FinTech landscape. During her free time, Winky loves spending time outdoors and exploring nature.

Eva is our Internal General Secretary for 2020-2021. She is a local student currently doing BASc(FinTech) and plans on taking Psychology and Japanese Language. Although she may not seem sporty, but she is actually an athlete.

"No matter how much you know about FinTech, the door of FTSA will still be opened for you!"

She looks forward to seeing everyone in the next semester!

Adrian is a Year 1 student majoring in FinTech and plans to take a second major which are related to maths and statistics. “I will often go to ChiWah to study after classes and take online exams.

Fun fact about Adrian: He is a human citymapper. He can tell you how to get from one place to another within Hong Kong in just 10 seconds!

Ivy is a Year 2 Malaysian undergraduate majoring in FinTech. Fun fact, she is a big fan of Coca-Cola and an avid binge-watcher. Ivy welcomes all students to FTSA and hopes to see everyone around on campus someday.

Rodman is a fellow student from Mainland China. He is a BASc(FinTech) major and will be serving as the Internal Affairs Secretary. He was an art student in high school, and chose to become an engineering student in university.

"No matter what your background was, are, and will be, FTSA can be your helper during your career. Do not stay in your comfort zone and break the labels on you!"

Hua Ruoqi (Rachel) is our External Affairs Secretary for 2020-2021, currently a BSc(QFin) Year 2 student. She comes from China and is a huge fan of Harry Potter. She likes to do all kinds of psychological and personality tests. At 9 years old, she started learning Visual Basic and programming.

"Never be afraid to know where you've never been. Even if your knowledge of FinTech is limited to the name, I'm sure you'll still find our events interesting and fruitful. Welcome and wish you a happy journey in FTSA!"

Jacky is our Social Secretary for 2020-2021. He is a sophomore majoring in FinTech and plans to pursue a second major in CS. "You can always find me sleeping during lectures but I would go to ChiWah to study after classes."

Jacky would like to communicate with all FinTech enthusiasts and build a harmonious relationship. His hobbies include paying all kinds of sports, listening to music, playing video games.

"To all future members - welcome!"

A fellow sophomore from Malaysia, Zhen Yuen is our Technology Secretary for 2020-2021. “Fintech’s the name, creativity’s the game.” Currently majoring in Computer Engineering and minoring in Finance under the HKU-Cambridge Joint Recruitment Scheme, he is also a big fan of music and arts. Zhen Yuen looks forward to serving FTSA and invites everyone to become a part of the FTSA community.

Nicholas is a sophomore planning on double majoring in Financial Technology and Computer Science. He was born and bred in Indonesia. He will be serving as the Marketing Secretary for FTSA this academic year and hopes to create a platform to introduce FinTech for all the enthusiasts out there.

"Looking forward to having a blast with all of you!"

Gu Yining, or Eira, is a sophomore from China studying FinTech at HKU. She is our Welfare Secretary for 2020-2021. Fun fact, she loves singing, watching movies and reading. Her dream is to live independently and freely. Eira wishes to organize more interesting and meaningful activities via this platform for all fintech enthusiasts.

"Welcome to FTSA! Hope you all will gain knowledge about FinTech and have fun!"

Christy is majoring in Financial Technology and will serve as the academic secretary of FTSA. "Fintech is such an amazing, interesting field and I really want to explore and learn more about it through this association!"

She hopes the activities organized by FTSA will help everyone to understand FinTech better. She likes reading, drawing and learning about the world in general. Fun fact, she can memorize 200 digits of pi!

A sophomore from India, Amrita is double majoring in Psychology and Marketing/IS. She is the Publication Secretary for FTSA. Her nickname is Nikki — which literally means “tiny” in Punjabi (An Indian language). "If you meet me, you’ll see that my nickname suits me quite literally. You can find me on campus enjoying pasta at Delifrance."

Although her background and major may not suggest it, she loves studying and learning about technology, especially FinTech. With FTSA, she hope to make FinTech accessible to everyone— irrespective of their major and faculty.