"Our clients are leaders of change. It is a source of great pride to be able to support them in their stride for growth, excellence, and a better possible future for their people and communities; leaving a mark of distinction."

PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE

Prior to joining Insigniam Performance, Joan was Director of HSBC investment banking, a major investment bank in Hong Kong. She was responsible for their media and entertainment practice, advising multi-nationals in acquisition, and local enterprises in accessing capital market and strategic financing. In her advisory capacity, Joan assisted the first joint-venture formation of an international outdoor advertising company in China. She was also a financial advisor and project consultant for the launch of a Mainland Chinese satellite channel, a breakthrough in a highly regulated industry, which led to the public listing of its commercial associate on the London AIM. Joan advised many private entrepreneurs in China in their financial and strategic business development.

In addition, Joan's experience extends to the rest of Asia, advising, structuring and concluding transactions in the telecommunications, consumer, and power industries.

EDUCATION

• Bachelor, Foreign Economics and Trade, Shanghai International Studies University, Graduation with Distinction
• Post-Graduate Diploma, Accounting and Finance, The London School of Economics and Political Science, Graduation with Distinction
• Master of Business Administration, with concentration in Finance, The Wharton School, Graduation with Distinction
  

LANGUAGES

• Mandarin Chinese: native
• English: fluent
• Cantonese: conversational
  

JOAN AFTER WORK

Joan has a special love for the creative industries finding inspiration in art and creative programming. She regularly visits museums, theater, and the cinema. She appreciates nature and is curious about culture and history in other parts of the world. As a frequent traveler, Joan has set her foot on all major continents, except for Africa. She enjoys spending time with her friends discussing social trends and incubating new content and commercial possibilities.