Michael Wan
About Michael Wan
Michael Wan is a Senior Events Manager at The Economist, where he has worked since 2021 in Hong Kong SAR. He has extensive experience in event management, having previously held roles at MCI Group, The Hong Kong Jockey Club, and the Hong Kong Trade Development Council.
Work at The Economist
Michael Wan has been serving as the Senior Events Manager at The Economist since 2021. In this role, he is responsible for managing logistics and operational arrangements for various events, including webinars and roundtables for the Asia Events team. He has coordinated two significant conferences for The Economist in Hong Kong and Bangkok, each accommodating 150-200 participants. His experience in event management at The Economist highlights his expertise in organizing large-scale events and ensuring smooth operations.
Previous Employment Experience
Before joining The Economist, Michael Wan held several positions in event management and administration. He worked as an Admin Assistant at Setsco Services Pte Ltd for seven months in 2008-2009. He then served as an Event Manager at MCI Group from 2015 to 2018, where he organized events in Quarry Bay, Hong Kong. Additionally, he worked at The Hong Kong Jockey Club as Branding and Programme Support Manager for five months in 2018-2019 and spent five years as a Marketing Executive in the Exhibition Department at the Hong Kong Trade Development Council from 2010 to 2015.
Education and Expertise
Michael Wan holds a Master of Arts in Southeast Asian Studies from the National University of Singapore, which he completed in 2009. He also earned a Bachelor of Laws in International Politics from Jinan University, graduating in 2008. His educational background provides him with a solid foundation in political and cultural studies, which complements his extensive experience in event management and logistics.
Event Management Achievements
Throughout his career, Michael Wan has successfully organized and managed various high-profile events. Notable achievements include organizing the Partner Programme for MWC Shanghai 2019, collaborating with major clients such as China Mobile and ZTE. He also managed logistics for FinTech Week 2019 in Hong Kong, which involved a business tour for over 200 delegates. His role in coordinating the dinner for the LONGINES Hong Kong International Races 2019 further demonstrates his capability in handling complex event logistics.