THE BASICS OF WEB DESIGN Tuesday 9 February 2010

Your website is often your visitor’s first impression of you and your business. You have seconds to capture the interest of potential customers.

Join us for this introduction to creating great web page designs. Learn how to think like a pro web designer and understand some of the challenges designers face when building websites.

During this seminar you will find out:

• Web design basics;
• Web standards and best practices;
• The difference between usability and features;
• About the most important rule: Don't make me think!
• Just because it looks good, doesn’t mean people will be able to use it;
• Why convention is your friend;
• How people really read web pages;
• How to test before you launch - you'll be glad you did;
• A case study on web development work for The Venetian Macau.

Introducing our Speakers:

Andrew Ryder is an Account Manager at Monimedia. Andrew has spent the last 5 years working in the digital sector in Asia and is used to the challenges of growing businesses in a fast paced environment.

Having earned an Economics degree from Queen’s University and a Sport Marketing post-graduate degree both in his native Canada, Andrew set off to travel the world and has lived in Uganda, Shanghai and Hong Kong.

Phil Ingram is the Founder and CEO of Digital Inequality. Phil entered the internet industry when people were using 14.4K modems to access it. Since that time he has launched internet products and services in nearly 45 countries, in 18 languages, across all six continents for companies ranging from startups to Nasdaq and LSE listed corporations. He has lived and worked in the UK, United States and Hong Kong. He built his own web development agency which he sold to a publicly traded corporation in 2006. Phil has recently started Digital Inequality, a consulting firm specializing in Usability issues.

Date:	Tuesday 9 February 2010
Time:	Registration from 12.30pm Session Starts 12.45 [sharp] and ends at approximately 2.00pm
Venue:	AustCham Seminar Room, 3/F Lucky Building, 39 Wellington Street, Central
Cost:	HK$200 Members; HK$380 Non-members

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HKSAR as an Innovation Hub To and From Greater China with Mr. Jeremy Godfrey, HKSAR CIO Wednesday 24 February 2010

We represent a diverse range of technology enterprises and therefore require continuous dialogue with the HKSAR government to help shape and influence Hong Kong as a leading digital city.

As a result, the Australian Chamber of Commerce, Hong Kong and Macau together with the Canadian Chamber of Commerce in Hong Kong are pleased to welcome Mr. Jeremy Godfrey, CIO of Hong Kong SAR Government to present insights into Hong Kong’s Digital Economy, discuss Hong Kong as a technology hub to and from China and present highlights from his trips to Australia and Canada in 2009.

This will be a great opportunity to discover the advantages of Hong Kong as a hub for technology innovation into and out of China , while also providing a platform for sharing your own views and experiences with Mr. Godfrey and fellow attendees.

About Our Speaker:

Mr. Jeremy Godfrey is the Chief Information Officer of Hong Kong SAR Government. Among his many responsibilities, Mr. Jeremy Godfrey is leading the government’s efforts to develop Hong Kong into a leading digital city. As part of this strategy, there are five key action areas for implementation between 2008 and 2010, including developing Hong Kong as a hub for technological cooperation and trade and enabling the next generation of public services.

Before taking on the role of CIO in Hong Kong, Mr. Godfrey’s extensive career has spanned both the private and public sector in Europe, Hong Kong and across various South and East Asian markets. He was in management positions in companies including the Cable & Wireless Group and Hong Kong Telecom, where he was responsible for developing regulatory strategies for the liberalisation of telecommunications in Hong Kong. Mr. Godfrey graduated from Cambridge University in 1984, and served in the UK government between 1984 and 1989.

Date:	Wednesday 24 February 2010
Time:	12:00 pm Registration, 12.30pm Lunch, 2.00pm Conclusion
Venue:	Rive Gauche Rive Droite (RDRG) 2/F Onfem Tower, 29 Wyndham Street , Central
Cost:	Member HK$250 Non-Member HK$350 (Includes a three course lunch)
Media:	Media enquiries to Nicole Lucas at communications@austcham.com.hk

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42nd InterCham Young Professionals Cocktail

Date:	Wednesday 24 February 2010
Time:	6.30pm - 9.30pm
Venue:	Privé 60 Wyndham Street, Central
Cost:	HK$180 Includes 2 drinks and canapes plus your chance to win lucky draw prizes! Cash bar available. Happy hour prices from 6.30pm – 9.30pm.
Note:	Booking priority given to AustCham Members. Booking deadline Monday 15 February 2010. No tickets sold at door. No admittance without a ticket.

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The Future of Marketing in a Digital World Lunch Briefing: Friday 26 February 2010

In a world where the Internet has become the leading mass medium, marketers are now challenged to engage and connect with their customers in a new way or suffer the consequences.

Brands and marketers must redefine their approach and channel selection for their communications to increase their relevancy in a cluttered media environment.

Our Speaker will share a framework for consideration and case studies from Hong Kong, Asia Pacific and around the world that show examples of brave, cutting edge marketing in practice.

This seminar should not be missed by Senior Executives and Marketers.

About Our Speaker:

Our Speaker, Sean Rach, is the Director of Digital Media & Corporate Events at Prudential Corporation Asia. Sean joined Prudential Corporation Asia's regional marketing team in October 2009 to oversee the development of digital media channels, manage corporate events and develop sponsorship opportunities.

Prior to joining Prudential, he was Managing Director of OgilvyOne Hong Kong developing it into the largest and most awarded direct, digital, and customer management marketing agency in Hong Kong focused on producing high impact, through-the-line campaigns for clients including American Express, BlackRock, The Venetian Macao, and SmarTone-Vodafone.

Preceding this, Sean held several marketing positions with Sprint Communications and started his marketing career at Hallmark Cards, Inc. Sean is active in the Asian marketing community serving as Chairman of the Hong Kong 4As Interactive and Direct Committee from 2001-2008. He is currently the Chairman of the Mobile Marketing Association Asia Pacific. A noted industry speaker, he has been a guest lecturer at Hong Kong University and City University.

Born and raised in Fort Worth, Texas, Sean earned a MBA from the Thunderbird Global School of Business and BS from the United States Naval Academy.

Date:	Friday 26 February 2010
Time:	Registration from 12.30pm Session Starts 12.45 [sharp] and ends at approximately 2.00pm
Venue:	AustCham Seminar Room, 3/F Lucky Building, 39 Wellington Street, Central
Cost:	HK$200 Members; HK$380 Non-members (incl sandwiches, fruit and juice)
Media:	Media enquiries to Nicole Lucas at communications@austcham.com.hk

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A WORKSHOP FOR EFFECTIVE EXECUTIVE/PERSONAL ASSISTANTS Over Four Monday Evenings: 1st, 8th, 15th, 22nd March 2010

EARLY BIRD DEADLINE 24 FEBRUARY 2010

Both YOUR Professional and Personal Effectiveness are Vital to the Success of Your Company

“Every ‘knowledge worker’ in a modern organisation is an executive. Their job is to perform and to obtain results for their organisation.”

The Effective Executive by renowned management thinker Peter Drucker

This workshop is designed for Executive/Personal Assistants, Managers or Members of Staff whose job is to assist senior executives in the company and those who:

• Want to be even more effective
• Want to increase their contribution to their company
• Want a promotion
• Aspire to be Middle and Senior Managers

Effectiveness involves:

• Managing time
• Focusing your efforts on the contributions you can make to your organisation
• Identifying your strengths and building on them
• Identifying the most important tasks and focusing on them
• Effective decision making

The Objectives of the Workshop are to show you how to develop a set of self management skills that will help you make plans for both your personal life and work in order to become even more focused on your priorities.

1. Develop skills to help your boss achieve more and to get results, to get action at work in less time.
2. Prioritise effectively and manage time successfully.
3. Become a better communicator and problem-solver.
4. Develop strategies to work with your boss and other managers who all demand your time.
5. 1)Increase assertiveness that helps you get the job done.

This Workshop is specially designed to help you deal with the growing role of an Executive/Personal Assistant in the modern day office. It has been very popular both locally and outside Hong Kong. Since 2007, the Workshop has been run in Tokyo and Hong Kong with local and overseas delegates from Shanghai, Chongqing, Guangdong, Taipei and Korea.

The Workshop is conducted by an experienced Management Consultant who specialises in Management and Business Communication Skills for both expatriate and local executives. Major organizations where he has led workshops include Swire, HSBC, Wal-Mart and Hospital Authority. He has been running his own business for the last sixteen years. Previous to that, he has held senior management posts in the public and private sector.

For further details please contact Tel: 2895 5972 Email: tcgroup@netvigator.com

Date:	Four Monday Evenings: 1st, 8th, 15th, 22nd March 2010
Time:	6:30pm until 9:30pm Total: 12 hours i.e. 4 Sessions by 3 hours
Venue:	Council Chamber, 4th Floor, Duke of Windsor Building, 15 Hennessy Road, Wan Chai
Cost:	Member Companies HK$2,350; Non-Member Companies HK$2,650 Early Bird Registration: Discount of 10% for registering on or before 24 February 2010 Discount of 10% for two or more people who register from the same company. (This course is suitable for local and expatriate staff)

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2010-2011 Budget with The Hon. John Tsang, Financial Secretary of the HKSARG Lunch Briefing: Friday 12 March 2010

The Financial Secretary, the Honourable John Tsang, will deliver the 2010-2011 Budget speech at the Legislative Council on Wednesday, 24 February 2010.

We are pleased to let you know that Mr Tsang has accepted an invitation to discuss the key points of his budget in a talk to the Hong Kong business community on Friday, 12 March 2010. This presents you with an excellent opportunity to hear directly from Mr Tsang about this year’s budget and his plans to build a solid economic foundation to ensure Hong Kong’s growth.

Companies wishing to sponsor a table (HK$6,500 for 10 -12 pax) will have priority of a prime location for their company, clients and guests.

Limited Seats Available, book now to avoid disappointment!

Date:	Friday 12 March 2010
Time:	12:00 pm Registration, 12:30 Lunch Begins, 14:00 Conclusion
Venue:	Convention Hall, Hong Kong Convention and Exhibition Centre 1 Expo Drive, Wanchai [located in the old part of the HKCEC]
Cost:	$510 Members, $610 Non Members $6,500 for a corporate table of 10 – 12 pax (Three course lunch with one drink, cash bar available). (Includes $10 Donation per person to the InterCham Scholarship Fund)
Media:	Media enquiries to Nicole Lucas at communications@austcham.com.hk

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