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Shangri-La Brewery's Sonny Gyalzur: "The orphanage changed me" Songtsen “Sonny” Gyalzur, founder of the Shangri-La Highland Craft Brewery, spoke with Emmanuel Daniel about his journey from a privileged young man to a social entrepreneur.
The Swiss Tibetan shared where he found inspiration to switch gears early in his career and recalled his naivety when he embarked on his craft beer business in China. The decision to combine business with philanthropy hit a rough patch but Gyalzur’s sustainability-focused venture finally found its niche market not only in China, but also in other parts of the world. Here are the key points discussed during the interview: An orphanage founded by his mother becomes the catalyst to his turnaround.Gyalzur’s business venture turns into an opportunity to help the underprivileged in Tibet.Rigid government regulations and lack of support made it difficult to get the business under way.Shangri-La Beer is marketed as a craft beer.Lack of options in Tibet’s educational system is still an issue.
The story of my mom is different. Mother’s Smile’s Dr. Han: “Let no one be left behind” Dr.
Han Kai, founder of Mother’s Smile philanthropic project affiliated with the China Women's Development Foundation, narrates the journey of the medical and philanthropic programme that has given free treatment to over 40,000 poor children with cleft lip and palate through reconstructive surgery. More than 10,000 medical and non-medical volunteers have joined countless missions across China and in other countries over the last 30 years.
More than 40,000 children have benefited from the project in 30 years The first medical facility in Hangzhou, Operation Smile Charity Hospital, was built in 2007Chinese physicians, non-medical volunteers and the youth have joined medical missions in Cambodia, Philippines, Africa, and KenyaThe project relies on donations and government support to sustain its medical mission Many people outside China are not familiar with the philanthropic activities that originated in the country. High Net Worth Financial Advisor. High Net Worth Individuals. Mother’s Smile’s Dr. Han: “Let no one be left behind” Treasure Carbon’s Zhu: “China’s carbon market a great opportunity for foreign capital” June 10, 2020 647 Views Print By Chris Georgiou With the impending launch of China’s national carbon emissions trading scheme, Zhu Weiqing, chairman of the board and CEO of Treasure Carbon believes now is a great opportunity for foreign capital to enter the market.
The national carbon market is set to be based on a carbon intensity benchmark rather than a total cap and trade and will only include power producersTreasure Carbon has approximately a 25% share of carbon assets in China, the nation’s first domestic carbon fund, and is set to launch the first foreign-funded carbon fundWith the further opening of China’s capital market, foreign investors and family offices have vast opportunities to make an impact in China’s carbon market according to Zhu According to the Climate Action Tracker (CAT), China is the world’s largest greenhouse gas (GHG) emitter, accounting for approximately 27% of global GHG emissions, excluding land use, land-use change and forestry.
Mother’s Smile’s Dr. Han: “Every child has the right to lead a normal life.” June 04, 2020 1272 Views Print By Han Kai Dr.
Han Kai, founder of Mother’s Smile philanthropic project affiliated with the China Women's Development Foundation, narrates the journey of the medical and philanthropic programme that has given free treatment to over 40,000 poor children with cleft lip and palate through reconstructive surgery. IQ-EQ Compass’ launched to identify and mitigate ESG-related risks. Global investor services provider IQ-EQ has today launched IQ-EQ Compass, an innovative and integrated service offering that simplifies Environmental, Social and Governance (ESG) compliance and helps its clients build sustainable value and reputational resilience.
Changes in the international regulatory landscape, paired with this year’s Covid-19 pandemic, have accelerated investors’ interest in sustainable investments while also increasing pressure on organisations to provide more transparency around ESG reporting. Rebuilding sustainable economy and society begins with us. February 05, 2021 53 Views Print By Emmanuel Daniel Emmanuel Daniel, Chairman of The Asian Banker cited Lao Zi’s “Shang Shan Ruo Shui” “The Highest Good is Like Water” in his welcome note at the Wealth and Society Annual Gala Dinner 2020 to redefine philanthropy and sustainability.
The following is the full transcript of his welcome address: There was a time when we thought capitalism was always right. We were told that the stock market was efficient. Capitalism is not fair and transparent. We need to rebuild battered economies in a sustainable manner amid the global pandemic. The Wealth and Society programme is based on the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals (SDG). From the beginning, I have always believed that corporate philanthropy is no stranger to Chinese culture and history. Many of us represent our companies. Isn’t that a better description of generosity and goodwill? Keywords: Philanthropy, Wealth, Sustainability, Esg Philanthropy, wealth, Sustainability, esg. HNW Wealth Management. High Net Worth Wealth Management. Why gender equality and diversity could be a corporate requirement in future. April 29, 2020 6333 Views Print By Anne Tolmunen It is largely accepted that gender diversity in business equates to good corporate governance – but for investors, it is fast becoming a corporate requirement.
Corporate diversity is quickly becoming the norm instead of simply a goalSeveral studies show that diversity has a positive impact on productivity and profitabilityPressure and increased scrutiny from investors will help gender balance be a corporate requirement in the future Last summer, a woman named Diane Morefield was hired to join a United States car auction company as its chief financial officer. International Advisory Council.
Southeast Asia-based digital wealth platform StashAway announces AUM of $1 billion. January 25, 2021 140 Views Print.
Why Asian family offices are moving towards sustainable investing. November 23, 2020 2145 Views Print By Peter Golovsky Be it the looming intergenerational wealth transfer, the rising millennial generation or the current pandemic – all of these factors have increasingly influenced investor attitudes when it comes to sustainable investing.
IQ-EQ’s Peter Golovsky explains what the key drivers are, and how this changing landscape is triggering a shift in the investment focus of families and family offices across Asia. Looking at the investment landscape, it is clear that sustainable investing is on the rise. According to the Global Sustainable Investment Alliance 2019, over $31 trillion of assets globally are being managed in environmental, social and governance (ESG) investments, up 34% from 2016. DWS’ Plein: “The large growth in ESG strategies will kick in in 2021” October 06, 2020 1832 Views Print By Foo Boon Ping Oliver Plein, global head of investment specialists ESG at DWS discusses how sustainability related regulations and investor demand have driven ESG integration and strategies amongst asset managers Disclosure Regulation is a clear legislate mandate to integrate ESGDWS aims to embed ESG in all investment strategies and productsIt takes a data driven ESG approach The European Union (EU) will implement the regulation on Sustainability-Related Disclosures (Disclosure Regulation) on 10 March 2021.
It will require investment managers to provide greater transparency on the integration of environmental, social and governance matters (ESG) into investment decisions and recommendations, including those which do not focus on ESG mandates. Oliver Plein, global head of investment specialists ESG at DWS, the asset management subsidiary of Deutsche Bank AG, believes it will increase investor demand for ESG focused investment strategies and products. High Net Worth Financial Advisor. High Net Worth Investors. HNW Wealth Management. High Net Worth Financial Advisor.
High Net Worth Financial Advisor. International Advisory Council. Impact Institute’s Ruiz: Real value of firms not reflected in the books. April 16, 2020 2336 Views Print By Chris Georgiou Amid the pandemic-inflicted downturn, the real value of firms is under the spotlight. Adrian de Groot Ruiz, executive director of Impact Institute, explains how to find the real value of a firm when 50-80% of firms’ market value is not reflected in the books.
Why Asian family offices are moving towards sustainable investing.