Karen Lau
About Karen Lau
Karen Lau is the Assistant Shop Development Manager at 通用磨坊股份有限公司, responsible for negotiating with landlords and managing store design in Hong Kong.
Current Role at 通用磨坊股份有限公司
Karen Lau serves as the Assistant Shop Development Manager at 通用磨坊股份有限公司. She has been in this role since September 2014. Her responsibilities include negotiating with landlords and property owners to retain or acquire suitable sites for retail outlets in Hong Kong. She also oversees and manages the store design and fitting-out process, as well as repairs and maintenance. Additionally, she formulates leasing strategies to achieve company targets.
Education at 英國布魯內爾大學
Karen Lau studied Management at 英國布魯內爾大學, where she achieved a Master of Science (MSc) degree. She attended the university from 2010 to 2011, completing her degree in one year. Her academic background in management has provided her with essential skills and knowledge applicable to her role in shop development and management.
Certifications from Wine & Spirit Education Trust
Karen Lau has also studied at the Wine & Spirit Education Trust (WSET), where she achieved Level II with Merit. This certification enhances her expertise in the wine and spirits sector, which could be beneficial for specific aspects of retail management, particularly in stores that include such product offerings.
Professional Responsibilities
As an Assistant Shop Development Manager, Karen Lau's professional responsibilities comprise negotiating with landlords and property owners for retail outlet locations in Hong Kong. She is also tasked with overseeing and managing the design and fitting-out processes for new stores, along with handling repairs and maintenance. Additionally, she formulates and implements leasing strategies to meet the company's targets, ensuring the optimization of retail spaces and alignment with overall business goals.