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Community Business would like to thank the following organisations for their support of the Diversity & Inclusion in Asia 2010 Conference.

Platinum Sponsors: Cisco, Shell, Standard Chartered Bank, Walt Disney Parks and Resorts

Gold Sponsors: American Express, Bank of America Merrill Lynch, Coca-Cola

Silver Sponsors: British Council

IT Sponsors: IBM

Venue Sponsor: Holiday Inn Golden Mile

Supporting Organisations:


Platinum Sponsors

 


Cisco enables people to make powerful connections - whether in business, education, philanthropy, or creativity. Cisco hardware, software, and service offerings are used to create the Internet solutions that make networks possible-providing easy access to information anywhere,  at any time. The Cisco name has become synonymous with the Internet, as well as with the productivity improvements that Internet business solutions provide. Our vision is to change the way people work, live, play and learn, and our global presence and diverse employees ensures our tradition of innovation continues with industry – leading products and solutions in the company's core development areas of routing, switching, as well as in advanced technologies.

For more information: www.cisco.com
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Royal Dutch Shell plc is incorporated in England and Wales, has its headquarters in The Hague and is listed on the London, Amsterdam, and New York stock exchanges. Shell companies have operations in more than 90 countries and territories with businesses including oil and gas exploration and production; production and marketing of liquefied natural gas and gas to liquids; manufacturing, marketing and shipping of oil products and chemicals and renewable energy projects.

For more information: www.shell.com

 

 
Standard Chartered PLC, listed on both London and Hong Kong stock exchanges, ranks among the top 25 companies in the FTSE-100 by market capitalisation. The London-headquartered Group has operated for over 150 years in some of the world's most dynamic markets, leading the way in Asia, Africa and the Middle East. Its income and profits have more than doubled over the last five years primarily as a result of organic growth.  

Standard Chartered aspires to be the best international bank for its customers across its markets. The Group earns around 90 per cent of its income and profits in Asia, Africa and the Middle East, from its Wholesale and Consumer Banking businesses. The Group has over 1600 branches and outlets located in over 70 countries. The extraordinary growth of its markets and businesses creates exciting and challenging international career opportunities.

For more information: www.standardchartered.com
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At Disney’s Parks and Resorts, we aim to create magical memories that last a lifetime. Beginning in 1955 when Walt Disney opened Disneyland Park, we have since grown into five resorts with 11 theme parks in California, Florida, Hong Kong, Japan, and Paris, as well as the Disney Cruise Line, eight Disney Vacation Club resorts, Adventures by Disney,
and Walt Disney Imagineering. We remain dedicated to the promise that our Cast Members turn the ordinary into the extraordinary. Hong Kong Disneyland Resort offers immersive, unique experiences for all families, generations and ages to enjoy. Over 20 million Guests from around the globe have visited the theme park and two hotels. The
world-class service provided by the 5,000 Cast Members has resulted in outstanding Guest satisfaction ratings and numerous awards. We are also dedicated to serving the Hong Kong community through a wide spectrum of service programs.

For more information: www.disney.com


Gold Sponsors

 


 
American Express is a global service company, providing customers with access to products, insights and experiences that enrich lives and build business success. A leader in global payments, American Express is the largest card issuer by purchase volume and operates a worldwide network that processes millions of merchant transactions daily. We
offer the broadest array of payment, expense management and trave solutions for consumers, small businesses, midsize companies and large corporations. We have earned many honors, including the 2009 J.D. Power and Associates award for highest customer satisfaction among U.S. credit card companies -- our third consecutive J.D. Power award in the three years.

For more information: www.americanexpress.com

 


 
Bank of America Merrill Lynch is the marketing name for the global banking and global markets businesses of Bank of America Corporation. The firm is among the world's leading wealth management companies and is a global leader in corporate and investment banking and trading across a broad range of asset classes serving corporations, governments, institutions and individuals around the world. Bank of America Corporation is one of the world's largest financial institutions, serving individual consumers, small- and middle-market businesses and large corporations with a full range of banking, investing, asset management and other financial and risk management products and services.

For more information: www.bankofamerica.com




The Coca-Cola Company (NYSE: KO) is the world's largest beverage company, refreshing consumers with more than 500 sparkling and still brands. Along with Coca-Cola®, recognized as the world's most valuable brand, the Company's portfolio includes 12 other billion dollar brands, including Diet Coke®, Fanta®, Sprite®, Coca-Cola Zero®, vitaminwater®, Powerade®, Minute Maid®, Simply® and Georgia®. Globally, we are the No. 1 provider of sparkling beverages, juices and juice drinks and ready-to-drink teas and coffees. Through the world's largest beverage distribution system, consumers in more than 200 countries enjoy the Company's beverages at a rate of 1.6 billion servings a day. With an enduring commitment to building sustainable communities, our Company is focused on initiatives that protect the environment, conserve resources and enhance the economic development of the communities where we operate.

For more information: www.thecoca-colacompany.com

Silver Sponsor
The British Council is one of the world’s leading cultural relations organisations. Our work addresses the global issues of our time through our three programme areas – intercultural dialogue, the UK’s creative and knowledge economy and climate change. Together they harness the power of the arts, sports, science, the English language and UK expertise in governance and education to build positive relationships between the UK and other countries.

For more information: www.britishcouncil.org.hk

IT Sponsor





IBM is a global technology and innovation company headquartered in New York with operations in over 170 countries. The company creates business value for clients and helps solve their problems through integrated solutions that leverage information technology and deep knowledge of organizational processes. These solutions draw from an industry leading portfolio of consulting, delivery and implementation services, as well as enterprise software, systems and financing. IBM opened for business in Hong Kong in April 1957, and has played a pivotal role in Hong Kong’s progress since then.

For more information: www.ibm.com/hk

Venue Sponsor





Ideally located in Kowloon’s bustling city centre, the full-service Holiday Inn Golden Mile Hong Kong is a recognised leader in providing quality accommodation backed by warm and friendly service. Known for its reliable comfort, convenience, value and commitment to
environmentally friendly practices, which includes a linen and towel re-use program, cooking oil, paper, metal, plastic and glass bottle recycling in addition to old clothes donation drives, Holiday Inn Golden Mile is the preferred hotel of choice among international business and leisure travellers visiting Hong Kong. It has achieved the prestigious Green Globe Benchmarked Bronze status under the globally recognised Benchmarking programme. This programme recognises Holiday Inn Golden Mile Hong Kong’s commitment to operating to the world’s highest environmental standard. Also, the hotel has a long-standing tradition of community and partnership with important charitable organisations. In keeping with our Chairman, Dr Hari N Harilela’s vision and the elderlies, sick and underprivileged in Hong Kong.

For more information: www.holidayinn.com/hongkong-gldn

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AIESEC, present in over 107 countries and territories and with over 45,000 members, is the world's largest student-run organisation. Focused on providing a platform for youth leadership development, AIESEC offers young people the opportunity to be global citizens, to change the world, and to get experience and skills that matter today. In partnership with business, NGO, government and higher education, AIESEC has over 60 years experience in developing youth leadership and facilitating global internship exchange.

For more information: www.aiesec.hk

 


Founded in 1962, Catalyst is the leading nonprofit membership organization working globally with businesses and the professions to build inclusive workplaces and expand opportunities for women and business. With offices in the United States, Canada, and Europe, and more than 400 preeminent corporations as members, Catalyst is the trusted resource for research, information, and advice about women at work. Catalyst annually honors exemplary organizational initiatives that promote women's advancement with the Catalyst Award.

For more information: www.catalyst.org

 


GEWEL, a not-for-profit organization based in Tokyo, was established in 2003 to promote Diversity and Inclusion in the Japanese society and corporations. Through research, consulting services, and training, GEWEL offers Japanese corporations ˇ§Diversity and Inclusionˇ¨ strategies and implementation plans. GEWEL's vision is to realize a Japanese society filled with vitality and creativity, in which people work vigorously according to their own values and ways of life without being constrained by gender, age, and background. As a first step, GEWELˇ¦s focus is supporting businesswomen to use their abilities to the fullest and take responsible positions in order to participate in the decision-making processes in the corporations.

For more information: www.gewel.org

 


Founded in 2006, Global Organization for Leadership and Diversity (GOLD) is a non-profit organization dedicated to developing global women leaders and building leadership bridges across the Pacific. The vision of GOLD is to develop global leaders and create business and civic communities that will utilize and appreciate individual talents regardless of background. GOLD assists current and future business and professional women to assume leadership roles in a diversified workforce by providing educational, inspirational and motivational events and professional exchanges both in the U.S. and Japan.

For more information: www.goldleaders.org

 

The Equal Opportunities Commission (EOC) is a statutory body set up in 1996 to implement the Sex Discrimination Ordinance (SDO), the Disability Discrimination Ordinance (DDO), the Family Status Discrimination Ordinance (FSDO), and the Race Discrimination Ordinance (RDO). The Commission works towards the elimination of discrimination on the grounds of sex, marital status, pregnancy, disability, family status and race. We also aim to eliminate sexual harassment, and harassment and vilification on the grounds of disability and race. We promote equality of opportunities between men and women, between persons with and without a disability and irrespective of family status and race.

For more information: www.eoc.org.hk

 
The Hong Kong General Chamber of Commerce, founded in 1861, with around 4,000 corporate members, is the oldest and largest business organization in Hong Kong. Our mission is to promote, safeguard and represent the interests of the local business community. HKGCC is a self-funded, non-profit making organization, and is a leading voice in promoting Hong Kong as an international business center in the heart of Asia. It acts as an international bridge, connecting Hong Kong business with the Chinese mainland and the rest of the world.

For more information: www.chamber.org.hk

 

NASSCOM is India's National Association of Software and Service Companies, the premier trade body and the chamber of commerce of the IT software and services industry in India. NASSCOM is a global trade body with over 1200 members, of which over 250 are global companies from the US, UK, EU, Japan and China. NASSCOM's member companies are in the business of software development, software services, software products, IT-enabled/BPO services and e-commerce. NASSCOM has been the strongest proponent of global free trade in India. NASSCOM is committed to work proactively to encourage its members to adopt world class management practices, build and uphold highest quality standards and become globally competitive. In India and around the world, NASSCOM members are participants in the new global economy and are reputed for their cutting-edge business practices and social initiatives.

For more information: www.nasscom.in

 

Opportunity Now empowers employers to accelerate change for women in the workplace because it makes good business sense. It works with its membership of 350 employers, from the private, public and education sectors to offer tailored, practical and pragmatic advice on workplace issues. Opportunity Now is part of Business in the Community, a charity which mobilises business for good.

For more informatiom: www.opportunitynow.org.uk

 


The Tripartite Alliance for Fair Employment Practices (TAFEP) promotes fair, responsible and merit-based employment practices so that employees can realise their full potential and employers can achieve organisational excellence. Leveraging its unique tripartite identity, TAFEP works in partnership with employer organisations, unions and the government to create awareness and facilitate the adoption of fair and responsible employment practices. TAFEP provides a range of services, tools and resources, including training workshops, advisory services, and educational materials, to help organisations implement fair and responsible employment practices.

For more information: www.fairemployment.sg

 


Established in 2005, The Women's Foundation (registered charity number 91/6962) is a non-profit organisation dedicated to improving the lives of women and girls in Hong Kong through research, community programmes, and education and advocacy. Through our research, the Foundation has identified women's economic self-reliance as an urgent issue for Hong Kong. To this end, our three key focus areas are challenging gender stereotypes, increasing the number of women in decision-making and leadership positions, and empowering women in poverty to achieve a better quality of life for themselves and their families.

For more information: http://www.thewomensfoundationhk.org

 


Women Media Networks (WMN) is not-for-profit organisation which aims to provide members with professional support, leadership development and networking opportunities. Formed in 2009, WMN consists of women who are in media companies, work with media companies or aspire to work in the media industry, across the Asia Pacific region.

For more information: www.womenmedianetworks.com

 
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