Visit to The Helena May

On 25 October a sunny and relaxing Saturday morning, 25 alumni and friends joined SHTMAA for a visit to experience the old world elegance at The Helena May, a unique heritage building in the heart of Hong Kong since its door opened in 1916.

Taken care by Ms. Betty Simpson, General Manager of the Club, participants explored a piece of Hong Kong history and enjoyed the gracious historic building, including the rare opportunity to visit the guestrooms which are for female residents only and one of the finest English-language libraries in Hong Kong. All enjoyed themselves and networked with each other enthusiastically while sampling traditional English in a casual and joyful atmosphere.

SHTMAA Vice Chairmen in Women in Leadership in Hospitality Forum

On 20 October, both of the Vice Chairmen of SHTMAA, Ms Betty Simspon, General Manager of The Helena May and Ms Alison Yau, Regional Director of Sales and Marketing of the Rhombus International Hotels Group were invited to share their experiences and inspirations with future leaders at a Women in Leadership in Hospitality forum.

Organized by SHTM, the forum brings together distinguished women leaders in the hospitality industry in Hong Kong who will share with participants the impact women leadership has on creating more career paths for growth in the industry.

Geo Park & Seafood Lunch Expedition

On 29 November, 16 alumni and family joined a local tour organized by SHTMAA to enjoy the leisure and fantastic scenery of Sai Kung’s Geo Park.

Getting close to the scenic seascapes made up of wave-cut landforms, participants were all amazed by the striking and massive hexagonal rock columns along the way. Rock features like foldings and faults are easily found from rocks in the park, making the site a vivid outdoor geological classroom. All enjoyed a day with coastal vistas and lovely sea breeze and savoured a delicious seafood feast after the tour.

This tour presented a valuable opportunity for us to learn and appreciate what a natural and green international metropolis Hong Kong is.

President’s Dinner Reception with Alumni Leaders

On 16 December, Chairman of SHTMAA, Mr Maurice Kong and Dean of SHTM, Prof. Kaye Chon were invited to share the successful experiences of SHTMAA and the support provided from SHTM in President’s Dinner Reception with Alumni Leaders.