Meet Finoverse Leadership Team

We innovate in what we do and who we are as individuals. Finoverse empowers and unites those that share the same core values as us to make positive contributions, and instill transformative changes to Web3 & FinTech network and community. We now have global offices in Hong Kong, Dubai, London, South East Asia, Paris and Shenzhen.

Anthony Sar
Co-Founder & CEO
Anthony founded Finoverse in 2015 and Hong Kong FinTech Club in 2017 to meet the growing demand in the FinTech industry. He has over 20 years of experience in event management, communication and media in Asia and Europe.
Vila Wong
Co-Founder & MD
As the Co-founder of Finoverse, Vila is responsible for government relations, event management and company operation. She has designed and organised 50+ events in 8 years. Vila also works closely with key FinTech stakeholders, such as banks, VCs, associations and universities.
Alison Yim
Head of Corporate Partnerships
Alison joined Finoverse in 2015 and has been leading the business development team for all projects since then. She has successfully brought in over 1,000 clients from 20+ countries from various industries, including banking, technology, legal, and consulting professionals.
Kris Fok
Web3 & Crypto Lead
Kris is a Web3 & Crypto leader with over 7 years of experience building communities and partnerships around innovative technologies and cutting-edge tech businesses. She builds the new Web3 venture arm for Finoverse, and oversees and develops company’s growth engagement initiatives in the Web3 space globally, aiming to drive and promote adoption for the industry.
Fred Leung
Senior Event Manager
Leveraging over 8 years of experience in event production and trade show management, Fred served as stage manager for HKFTW 2022, overseeing all production elements to ensure seamless execution. He also managed the Finoverse Arabia VIP Tour, providing concierge services as part of the event coordination team.
Fred Pi
Programmes & Speaker Manager
Fred is an experienced content and event specialist with a strong background in several prominent media and production companies to connect Greater China's thought leaders with international technology and finance experts. Fred is passionate about facilitating meaningful conversations and creating impactful event experiences for decision-makers, innovators, and the community.
Hannah Richardson
Global Head of Ventures
Hannah holds over 10 years of event management and government relations experience. Having organised over 300+ business seminars, workshops and conferences in Asia and Europe, Hannah supported HKFTW since 2018 and will be in charge of the Community and Startup Programmes.
Lily Sengdi Wadey
Marketing Manager
Lily is our Marketing Manager at Finoverse, fluent in four languages and in charge of all our marketing efforts. She handles promotions, social media, and creates content that grabs attention and brings in new customers. Her work is all about making sure people remember us and what we do.
Susanna Chen
Fintech Programmes & Delegation Manager
Susanna is an Italian-born Chinese, experienced event management professional with expertise in client and VIP management, leads content projects and speaker recruitment at Finoverse. With 300+ organized gala dinners and conferences, she brings a diverse background and leadership experience to events like D3 Bahamas and Hong Kong Green FinTech Summit. Susanna has over 10 years of work experience.
Angus Wong
Head of Strategic Relations
As a super connector in the lifestyle and hospitality sectors with a long-standing career specialising in crafting unique events, Angus is dedicated to positioning Finoverse at the intersection of technology and culture through thoughtful strategic partnerships. By spearheading innovative initiatives that resonate with diverse audiences, he aims to transform and elevate the experience at Finoverse, fostering a sense of community and impactful connections.
Alice Chan
Head of Admin & HR
Alice is a seasoned event management expert with 10 years of experience, adept in organising 50+ innovative local and international events. Her skills also encompass HR functions, operational policies, stakeholder liaison, and business administration.
Sandra Kwong Göldi
Genesis Programme Lead
Sandra’s background is in both editorial and hospitality, with a strong emphasis on empowering the next generation of family business leaders. As Features Editor at BurdaLuxury, she produced editorial content for Prestige and Lifestyle Asia, notably spearheading the impactful 40-under-40 issues that celebrated Hong Kong's most promising talents. Additionally, she previously also contributed to the content curation for a Zurich-based family office conference
Artem Ainulin
Head of Design
Artem is an experienced designer with a proven track record in event, graphic, and web design. As an integral part of the Finoverse team for 5 years, he has been responsible for creating all design, branding, and on-site production for HKFTW, ensuring that the events are visually stunning, engaging, and flawlessly executed.
Imagine a workplace where you’re encouraged to explore new skills, tackle exciting challenges, and make a real impact. With Finoverse, that’s exactly what you’ll get. Not only do they invest in us, but they provide us with the tools and opportunities we each need to really reach our full potential.
Lily Sengdi Wadey
Marketing Manager