Speaker(s)

• Mr Tommy Tam, Partner, Clifford Chance
• Mrs Janet Fok, Counsel, Clifford Chance
• Ms Stella Lo FCG HKFCG(PE), Vice-President and Qualifications Committee Chair, HKCGI; and Group Company Secretary, Guoco Group Limited (Chair)

Description

This seminar is designed to provide an essential overview of the Listing Rules and the Takeovers Code, tailored for both directors and company secretaries. Understanding these regulations is crucial for ensuring compliance, effective corporate governance, and informed decision-making within listed companies.

To foster a collaborative approach to governance, seasoned speakers aim to equip directors and company secretaries with the knowledge necessary to uphold the highest standards of accountability and transparency in their roles. They will share insights into common pitfalls faced by listed companies, supported by practical examples and real-life case studies in the following areas:

• Share Buybacks: Key considerations to navigate the complexities and avoid regulatory missteps.
• Employee Benefit Trusts: Important factors to monitor and potential risks involved.
• Mandatory General Offers: Scenarios that may trigger obligations and the implications for directors and secretaries.
• IPO Proceeds: Recent changes in regulations affecting the utilization of funds raised during initial public offerings.
• Day-to-Day Compliance: Practical tips and best practices for maintaining compliance and supporting board activities effectively.

Join us for an engaging session that promises to enhance your understanding of these critical regulatory frameworks.

Remarks on this Online Session:

• This is the online session. If you wish to join in person, please click HERE for the physical session.
• Registration will be closed on 15 December 2025 at 5.00pm.
• Once enrolment in this online session is confirmed by the Institute, requests to change to physical session will not be entertained.
• Online session will be delivered via Zoom facility. The Institute has made every effort to ensure that the quality of the internet connection is sufficient for media streaming. Attendees should ensure that they are in an area of stable internet connection with suitable bandwidth as this can affect user’s experience.

Level: Intermediate

Speakers' bios:
Mr Tommy Tam
Mrs Janet Fok
Ms Stella Lo (Chair)

Seat guarantee will only be given to HKCGI Fellows and/or Practitioner’s Endorsement (PE) holders if registered 10 clear working days with payment prior to the date of the seminar.