DALA fully supports HKRMA 2025 Smart Retailing Award
2025-07-31 09:00 - 18:00 (Asia/Shanghai)
#DALA is proud to be a supporting organization #SO for the HKRMA 2025 Smart Retailing Award!
The 2025 #SmartRetailingAwards organized by the Hong Kong Retail Management Association (HKRMA) is to drive the smart retail transformation in Hong Kong! These awards celebrate innovative retail concepts that enhance operational efficiency and shape the future of retail. Whether you’re a technology vendor, a dynamic startup, or a visionary retailer, this is your chance to shine!
Company Award Categories:

Smart Retail Tech Award for Technology Vendors / Startups
Smart Transformation & Innovation Award for Retailers
Plus, we have special awards to recognize best practices in various aspects of smart retailing!

2025 New Awards:

Smart AI-Driven Retail Tech Award (Technology Vendor/ Startup)
Smart AI- Optimal Retail Practice Award (Retailer)

Key Dates:

July 31, 2025: Deadline for application submission and proposal submission
Mid-September 2025: Finalist presentations and judging panel Q&A

(Each company will have approximately 15-minutes for presentation.)

Mid-October 2025: Winner Announcement
Early December 2025: HKRMA Annual Awards Ceremony 🎊

Participation Fee

Vendors referred by Supporting Org. can enjoy HKRMA member price: $3,000*
Startups: FREE to participate

As a special perk for our supporters, enter the promo code “25RSSUPP” on your application form to enjoy HKRMA member rates! Don’t miss this opportunity to showcase your retail solutions and gain the recognition you deserve!
Apply Now to Submit Your Proposal: https://www.retailnews.hkrma.org/sra-application
Award Details: https://www.hkrma.org/en/SRA2025
Join us in celebrating the future of retail!

DALA fully supports 2025 Management Forum – BRIDGE AI and HR: Conflict or Complement?
2025-11-26 14:00 - 18:00 | The Galamuse by CTF Life, K11 Atelier, Tsim Sha Tsui
#DALA fully supports the 2025 Management Forum – BRIDGE AI and HR: Conflict or Complement?
How do you think AI will shape the future of work and redefine the role of HR in organizational success?
Join us for the 2025 Management Forum – BRIDGE as we dive into one of the most critical questions of our time: AI and HR — Conflict or Complement?
🗓 Date: 26 November 2025 (Wednesday)
🕑 Time: 2:00 PM – 6:00 PM
🍷 Networking Session: 6:00 PM – 8:00 PM
📍 Location: The Galamuse by CTF Life, K11 Atelier, Tsim Sha Tsui
🎤 Language: Cantonese
💰 Fee: Free of Charge
👉 Secure your spot now! https://forms.office.com/pages/responsepage.aspx?id=g84JIeR9cUSR_yBT-Qof2bW0xcXO4_hAjjDPGiTGEUtUOEwwRU8xV0w1UkRHVTQwNFowWDM0MkhVTS4u&route=shorturl
For enquiries, contact us via WhatsApp at 61116991.
Let’s explore how technology and human capability can come together to shape a smarter future of work!

DALA fully supports IOT Data Hackathon 2026
2025-12-10 - 2025-12-20
#DALA is proud to support the IOT Data Hackathon 2026 – organised by GS1 Hong Kong in collaboration with Hong Kong Cyberport and HKSTP, and supported by the Digital Policy Office (DPO) – warmly invites the brightest minds, from tertiary students and young innovators to seasoned professionals and entrepreneurs, to harness the power of real-world IoT data.The Hackathon is to empower you to harness the power of real-world data to develop tangible solutions.
Why Join Us?

Foster career development and explore potential collaboration with the challenge statement providers
Showcase your expertise, build your professional profile, and win prizes by working on real world business problems
• Get Connected: Network and meet industry leaders, tech experts to expand your network
Gain Brand Exposure & Win Recognition

Streams

Professional: Startups, Entrepreneurs or Business Professionals in Hong Kong
Student Stream: Students from Hong Kong Tertiary Institutions (campus inside and/or outside Hong Kong)

Please visit our webpage www.gs1hk.org/iotdatahackathon and to apply before the application deadline 20 Dec 2025

New Trends in Smart Retail Digital Transformation: Develop Effective Custmer Engagement Strategies powered by DALA
2025-12-17 16:00 - 18:00 | Auditorium, BEC Building, 77 Tat Chee Avenue, Kowloon Tong
🚀 𝗝𝗼𝗶𝗻 𝗨𝘀 𝗳𝗼𝗿 𝗮𝗻 𝗘𝘅𝗰𝗶𝘁𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗙𝗼𝗿𝘂𝗺 𝗼𝗻 𝗥𝗲𝘁𝗮𝗶𝗹 𝗜𝗻𝗻𝗼𝘃𝗮𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻! 🚀
We invite you to the upcoming forum in the “AI & Big Data Driving Retail Innovation” series: 𝗡𝗲𝘄 𝗧𝗿𝗲𝗻𝗱𝘀 𝗶𝗻 𝗦𝗺𝗮𝗿𝘁 𝗥𝗲𝘁𝗮𝗶𝗹 𝗗𝗶𝗴𝗶𝘁𝗮𝗹 𝗧𝗿𝗮𝗻𝘀𝗳𝗼𝗿𝗺𝗮𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻: 𝗗𝗲𝘃𝗲𝗹𝗼𝗽 𝗘𝗳𝗳𝗲𝗰𝘁𝗶𝘃𝗲 𝗖𝘂𝘀𝘁𝗼𝗺𝗲𝗿 𝗘𝗻𝗴𝗮𝗴𝗲𝗺𝗲𝗻𝘁 𝗦𝘁𝗿𝗮𝘁𝗲𝗴𝗶𝗲𝘀 – powered by #DALA. Organized by the HKRMA – Voice of Hong Kong Retail and supported by the Trade and Industry Department #TID, this event promises insightful discussions.
Event Details:
Date: 17 December 2025
Time: 16:00 – 18:00
Venue: Auditorium, BEC Building, 77 Tat Chee Avenue, Kowloon Tong
Language: Cantonese Only
Register Now: https://lnkd.in/g2TcaVTa
Join #dataleaders Mandy Ng from #ASWaston & #Corporate #GrandWinner at #DALAAwards2024 ; Tico W. from E-banner & #SME #GrandWinner at hashtag#DALAAwards2025 and industry expert #RenoLeung from #Citybox, along with our founding fellow #FF & #moderator Matthew Chan. They will share the latest trends, practical use cases, and success stories to inspire new, data-driven retail experiences and foster sustainable growth.
Reserve Your Seat! Be part of Hong Kong’s growing #data and #AI #retail community—secure your spot today!

[AI 進化論] at Metro Radio 新城財經台
2026-01-03 10:00 - 11:00
As we kick off the new year, we’re thrilled to announce our #first #collaboration with Metro Radio 財經台on a new program called [AI 進化論]. Our founding chairman Dr. Toa CHARM will serve as guest moderator for this exciting series featuring 13 episodes exploring the transformative applications of #AI & #data across various industries.
We’re honored to have three remarkable women as our guests for the first three episodes—each a recipient of the #DALAAwards for their innovative contributions:
✨ Mandy Ng Chief Business Transformation Officer, AS Watson
✨ Elaine Chan Data Science and Management Director, AXA
✨ Peggy Lau Director of AI, Chow Sang Sang
On Air: Saturdays starting from January 3, 2026
Time: 10:00 – 11:00am
Don’t miss the opportunity to hear their insights on #AI and #data #innovations and how they empower their organizations. Stay tuned for more guest announcements as we dive deeper into the world of AI!

DALA Member Exclusive - DALA New Year and Birthday Party
2026-01-14 16:00 - 18:30 | Pier 7 Cafe & Bar, Central Pier 7, Star Ferry, Central, Hong Kong
Calling All DALA Members and 2025 DALA Awards Winners!
We are excited to invite you to the DALA New Year and Birthday Party as we celebrate our third anniversary! This special event is a fantastic opportunity to connect, network, and reflect on our achievements together.
Date: January 14, 2026 (Wednesday)
Time: 4:00 PM – 6:30 PM
Venue: Pier 7 Cafe & Bar, Central Pier 7, Star Ferry, Central, Hong Kong
Join us for an afternoon filled with inspiration and camaraderie! Your presence will make the celebration even more memorable.
Please RSVP by https://shorturl.at/Dd6we so we can reserve your spot.
Let’s make this celebration one to remember!
#DALA #NewYearParty #AnniversaryCelebration #Networking #Community

DALA fully supports Asian Knowledge and Innovation Forum (AKIF) 2026
2026-01-28 09:00 - 2026-01-29 18:00
#DALA is proud to be a supporting organization #SO for the Asian Knowledge and Innovation Forum (AKIF) 2026, held in conjunction with the Hong Kong MIKE Awards Presentation Ceremony, under the theme:

AI Evolution: Catalyzing Knowledge Management and Transformative Innovation
AKIF 2026 is a flagship forum bringing together senior leaders, knowledge management practitioners, innovation teams, and AI strategists to examine how organisations can govern AI responsibly, advance knowledge and innovation, and deliver measurable impact through real-world implementation.
Main Conference: Governing AI, Advancing Knowledge, Delivering Impact
The Main Conference forms the core of AKIF 2026, featuring forward-looking perspectives and practical insights from industry leaders, academics, and award-winning organisations across the programme.
The forum focuses on three critical dimensions shaping the next phase of enterprise transformation:

Governing AI with trust and accountability
Exploring AI governance, risk management, and ethical frameworks to safeguard knowledge ecosystems and organisational integrity.
Advancing knowledge and innovation in the AI era
Examining how AI is reshaping knowledge creation, decision-making, creativity, and innovation strategies across industries.
Delivering impact through implementation and lessons learned
Sharing real-world experiences from enterprises and Hong Kong MIKE Award winners on deploying AI and knowledge initiatives at scale.

Programme Highlights

Forward-looking keynote speeches on AI evolution, creativity, and augmented intelligence
Industry sharing on enterprise AI adoption and knowledge-driven transformation
Panel discussion on AI governance and risk management, featuring legal, data privacy, and corporate perspectives
Hong Kong MIKE Award 2025 Presentation Ceremony and winner experience sharing
Knowledge and innovation sharing sessions across 28 and 29 January 2026
Innovation and Knowledge Management site visits, featuring:

CLP Power Hong Kong Limited, Shatin
Electrical and Mechanical Services Department, Kowloon Bay
Low Altitude Economy Lab, Cyberport

Venues:
28 January 2026: The Hong Kong Polytechnic University
29 January 2026: Grand Ballroom I & II, Royal Plaza Hotel, Mong Kok
Registration Fee

DALA Member Rate: HKD 1,280 per seat (with promotion code: dala26)
Regular Rate: HKD 1,380 per seat
Corporate Table Package: HKD 12,800 per table (10 seats)

Registration
Online Registration Form
Forum Webpage : https://asianknowledgeandinnovationforum.com/
Enquiries
For registration support or discount enquiries, please contact:
AKIF 2026 Organising Committee
Bake.info@polyu.edu.hk / events@kmdc.org
Tel: 2908 4244 / 9133 9606

DALA fully supports MarketingPulse & eTailingPulse 2026
2026-03-19
Join MarketingPulse & eTailingPulse for an unparalleled experience where industry leaders converge to explore the future of marketing and e-commerce!
Growth Leaders: Discover strategies from top executives of renowned brands including #LVMH, #OliveYoung, #Atour who are shaping the future of business growth in the dynamic global and local markets.
New Horizons in E-commerce: Dive into innovative trends of quick commerce and agentic AI that are reshaping the landscape of online shopping, maximising consumer engagement from internet & tech giant #Tencent and the leading e-commerce platform #Taobao & #Tmall.
Cutting-Edge Marketing Dynamics: Learn about the latest trend, healing economy and IP marketing from the founder of #Noodoll, a vibrant rival of #Jellycat create experiences and products that resonate deeply and inspire lasting engagement, and hear the revolutionising marketing tactics and opportunities of the global wave of micro dramas.
Social Media Best Practices: Elevate your digital marketing game with expert tips from #Meta and actor and threads influencer #NgSiuHin on leveraging social media for brand success.
PR Disasters and Opportunities: Examine real-world case studies such as the Coldplay concert kisscam scandal that highlight the importance of today’s fast-paced communications landscape.
Also join our Meet the Leader Series – In Dialogue with Louis Cheung – Chasing the Golden Boy Within for an inspiring conversation on Cheung’s compelling journey behind his multi-layered career across acting, music and creative production.
Register your discounted passes here:
https://info.hktdc.com/sp/mp/en/registration?promoCode=TLGF4PK28.
to enjoy 40% off promotion code: TLGF4PK28
📅 19 March 2026
📍 Venue: HKCEC
MarketingPulse x eTailingPulse: https://marketingpulse.com.hk

DALA's Support for AI Security and Cybersecurity Summit
2026-03-31 14:30 - 18:00 | Meeting Rooms S221–230, 2/F Hong Kong Convention & Exhibition Centre (Old Wing)
We are pleased to announce that DALA fully supports the PCPD and HKIRC in co-organizing the “AI Security and Cybersecurity Summit for Enterprises” on 31 March 2026. Registration is now open to all sectors!
With the Digital Policy Office acting as a strategic partner, the Summit will feature two key thematic areas – “AI Security” and “Cybersecurity”, each presenting dedicated keynote presentations and panel discussions. The event will bring together leading experts, industry leaders, policymakers and company directors to explore the evolving AI security and cybersecurity threat landscape, exchange innovative solutions, and share insights into strengthening cybersecurity and data protection in the age of AI.
The Summit is free of charge and open for registration on a first-come first-served basis. For details, please visit the event website https://www.pcpd.org.hk/ai_cybersecurity_summit/en/index.html
Interested parties are requested to complete and submit the online registration form on the Summit website by 5:00 pm on 27 March 2026 (Friday).

DALA 全力支持【B4B大數據商業應用挑戰賽2025-26】頒獎禮暨10周年交流會
2026-04-15 13:30 - 18:00 | Hall 3B-B01（B4B專區）
DALA 全力支持【B4B大數據商業應用挑戰賽2025-26】頒獎禮暨10周年交流會盛大舉行！
本地著名科創盛事「B4B大數據商業應用挑戰賽」踏入10周年里程碑！B4B將於4月15日係InnoEX隆重舉辦頒獎典禮
💫 日期：2026年4月15日（星期三）
💫 時間：13:45 – 15:15（報到 13:30 – 13:45）
💫 地點：the STAGE at InnoEX（HKCEC Hall 3）
⭐ 署理數字政策專員張宜偉先生, JP主禮，與B4B創始人李振業先生、首席顧問湛家揚博士等重磅嘉賓，共同頒發各獎項，表彰入圍隊伍卓越貢獻！
立即登記免費入場： 👉 https://shorturl.at/e9JhI
而10周年交流會即將會係 🕋 展館位置：Hall 3B-B01（B4B專區）舉行！
入圍隊伍 + 創科朋友必到！
✅ 近距離觀摩頂尖方案實戰Demo
✅ 同唔同行業嘅人交流，吸收更多唔同地區運用數據同AI嘅經驗！
✅ 現場捕捉10周年歷史時刻！
💥 記得預留時間，唔好錯過！
🕋 展館位置：Hall 3B-B01（B4B專區）
🔗立即登記免費入場：https://shorturl.at/e9JhI
InnoEX見，一齊見證香港創科新篇章！ 🚀
WhatsApp聯絡我們： +852 9818 7719

DALA's Support HK01 AI Transformation Solution Day 2026
2026-05-15 10:00 - 17:00 | Hong Kong Convention and Exhibition Centre (HKCEC)
HK01 AI Transformation Solution Day 2026
The year’s premier AI event – Register Now: https://bit.ly/4u3j8Pd
Event Highlights:
• 20+ themed conferences and seminars | AI business strategies from global leaders including NVIDIA, Microsoft, and IBM.
• 20+ AI exhibitors | Experience cutting-edge AI solutions to boost operational efficiency.
• Expert Workshops | Master Google Gemini and diverse AI tools for professional transformation.
• Elite Networking | Build high-value cross-industry connections.
Date: May 15, 2026 (Friday)
Time: 10:00 – 17:00
Venue: Hong Kong Convention and Exhibition Centre (HKCEC)
Strategic Background:
Building on last year’s success with 8,000+ participants, this summit brings together AI enterprises and practical use cases. Our goal is to help businesses overcome cost and talent barriers, achieving “industries for AI” and “AI for industries” to cement Hong Kong as a global AI hub.

DALA's Support Tech Fest Hong Kong’s TecFestSummit 2026
2026-05-21 09:30 - 17:00 | Meeting Rooms S221–230, 2/F Hong Kong Convention & Exhibition Centre (Old Wing)
#DALA fully supports Tech Fest Hong Kong’s TecFestSummit and its drive to advance practical AI and innovation across financial services.
Join us at TecFestSummit for the “The Future of hFSI: AI, Innovation and Impact”. This session isn’t about distant theories – it’s about how AI is actively transforming customer experiences, boosting operational efficiency, and driving market resilience right now.
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Learn how the biggest players in Hong Kong’s financial ecosystem are scaling AI to build the future of finance, while keeping trust and regulatory alignment front and center.
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King Leung 梁瀚璟 | Global Head of FS, Fintech and Sustainability, Invest Hong Kong (Moderator)
John Hsu | Group Chief Technology Officer, Hong Kong Exchanges and Clearing Limited (HKEX)
Mark Arel | Head of Professional Service China, Hong Kong and Macau, Amazon Web Services (AWS)
Tat Lee | Chief Executive, WeLab Bank
Tim Y. | Chief Executive Officer, Octopus Holdings Limited
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📅 21 May 2026 | 📍 HKCEC
🎟️ Get Your Pass Now: techfest.hk/

DALA's Support HKRMA Hong Kong Retail Summit 2026
2026-06-10 09:30 - 18:00 | Conference Venue: N100 Room Series, HKCEC New Wing
Hong Kong retail stands at a defining crossroad. Squeezed by fierce regional competition and the dominance of global e-commerce, we face a critical twofold challenge: capturing the visitor’s wallet while reigniting local consumer passion.
On 10 June 2026, the HKRMA Hong Kong Retail Summit convenes to drive a “Retail Breakthrough: Unite to Innovate” — our collective counter-strategy to transform industry fragmentation into a unified force. The Summit will explore how to reclaim market share through service excellence, digital integration, and cross-sector alliances.
Event Info:
Date: 10 June, 2026 (Wednesday)
Time: 09:30 – 18:00
Conference Venue: N100 Room Series, HKCEC New Wing
Luncheon Venue: Bauhinia Room, HKCEC New Wing
Remarks by Opening Keynote Speaker (AM):
Dr the Hon Peter Lam Kin-ngok, GBM, GBS, Chairman, Hong Kong Tourism Board
Remarks by Guest of Honour (PM)
The Honourable Paul Chan Mo-po, GBM, GBS, MH, JP
Financial Secretary of the Government of the Hong Kong Special Administrative Region
Event Highlights:

Heavyweight Keynotes: Opening remarks to kick off AM and PM sessions.
Industry Insights: 20+ experts sharing high-impact retail strategies across 5 sessions.
Executive Networking: Connect with retail leaders at our exclusive Luncheon.
Strategic Growth: Access unique cross-sector partnership opportunities.
Solution Showcase: Practical retail technology demonstrations.

Take Action:
📅 As a supporting organization for the 2026 Hong Kong Retail Summit, you can enter the promo code “2026RSSO” in the registration form to enjoy HKRMA member rate. Seats are limited—don’t miss out!

Ticket Registration: https://hkrmaretailsummit2026.com/registration
Event Webpage: https://www.hkrma.org/en/retailsummit2026

Join us to secure a resilient and profitable future for Hong Kong’s retail landscape!
