Attended the Annual Summit in Tokyo as an Asia 21 Next Generation Fellow at Asia Society

 “I have closely followed Pauline's career since 2004, when I served as a judge for the Hang Seng Bank Scholarship, which she won for her studies at Princeton. Over the years, it has been a privilege to see Pauline thrive in the public, private, and non-profit spheres, continuously expanding her capabilities, venturing out of her comfort zone, and achieving meaningful milestones one after another. Not only does she have enviable language skills, including in Mandarin, Korean, Japanese, and French, her insatiable drive to bridge Eastern and Western cultures, her natural talent for inspiring and empowering others, and her remarkable charisma as a self-made leader firmly establish her as a force to be reckoned with in the business world."

Sir Gordon Wu GBS KCMG FICE, Chairman, Hopewell Holdings, Hong Kong; Class of 1958, Princeton University, United States

 “Pauline has a rare and extraordinary blend of talents, and it was a great pleasure to have her under my direct guidance at the Asia Business Council. Her genuine character, sound judgement, and relentless pursuit of self-improvement, coupled with her captivating charm and contagious enthusiasm, create a powerful and energetic presence with a profound and lasting impact on everyone she engages with.”

Lim Boon Heng, Senior Advisor, Temasek Holdings Pte. Ltd., Singapore; Chairman Emeritus, Asia Business Council

 “I had the privilege of working with Pauline on multiple projects related to KEY, a non-profit that develops new frames of cooperation between Korea and Europe. From the very first moment, I was struck by her multifaceted talents and capabilities, which are immediately evident. To me, Pauline is a true rainmaker who can navigate various domains such as business advisory, public relations, and academic research and thought leadership. Whatever tasks she undertakes, she not only delivers exceptional results but also generates new ideas and projects from scratch, thanks to her creativity, deep reflection, and robust leadership qualities. I also greatly appreciate her strong sense of commitment – you can always rely on her – along with her loyalty and genuine enthusiasm.”

Philippe Li, Chairman of KEY (Korea, Europe & You), South Korea and France 

“Since our university days, I have witnessed how Pauline exemplifies authenticity, integrity, and reliability wherever she goes, bringing unmistakable passion to her work and benchmarking herself against only the highest standards. Her effortless traversing of Asia, Europe, and the Americas reflects her truly international outlook, and she is the first to be willing to pay it forward by mentoring younger friends. Indeed, her campus stardom at Princeton presaged and foreshadowed the phenomenal success she continues to achieve.”

Sean Avram Carpenter, President & CEO, Carpenter Fine Violins, United States

“I felt an instant affinity with Pauline as we have many things in common: our finance background, our time in public service, and our affiliation with Sciences Po. I was particularly impressed by how Pauline skilfully led a cross-border, cross-sector, and cross-generational team to deliver the Preface Technopreneur Programme, a three-day event in September 2024 that promoted business ties between Hong Kong and Seoul, through which she displayed a rare ability to foster synergies across a wide spectrum of stakeholders. Blessed with exceptional talent and vision, Pauline was also a fantastic moderator with a great sense of humour, asking excellent questions to all speakers including myself.”

Yoo JaeHoon, Former Chairman and President, Korea Deposit Insurance Corporation, South Korea

“Few can match Pauline's intellectual firepower. She has written multiple case studies on emerging technologies and expanded her expertise in AI at a range of institutions, including the Massachusetts Institute of Technology, Salzburg Global, the Korea Foundation for Advanced Studies, as well as Hong Kong-based startup Preface. Her proven ability to foster international collaboration, as seen through her exemplary track record of enabling the cross-fertilization of ideas, influences, and best practices, sets her apart as a true luminary in the field.”

Stanley Chen Qiufan, Co-author, AI 2041: Ten Visions for Our Future, China

“I have known Pauline for many years. We first met when, among other duties, she led public outreach and communications strategy as a direct report to the Secretary for Financial Services and the Treasury in Hong Kong. I was always impressed by her ability to bring coherence to complex work and her deep understanding of policy intent and stakeholder alignment. More recently, I asked Pauline to advise on two technically demanding, multi‑author reports. She quickly distilled the core insights, imposed structure, and shaped a clear and compelling narrative. This was a further demonstration of her rare ability to combine disciplined reasoning with strategic storytelling – capabilities of particular value in the financial world.”

Bénédicte Nolens, Distinguished Executive in Residence, University of Chicago, United States, Hong Kong, and Belgium

“Pauline has a gift for weaving together the stories and memoirs of different family members into a biography that feels like a rich tapestry. Her cohesive and beautiful narrative is painstakingly researched and pays special attention to the historical context while demonstrating a nuanced understanding of family dynamics, bringing depth, meaning, and richness to every chapter. Much to my satisfaction, the end-result was a family treasure that will help the next generation understand their heritage and legacy.” 

Roger King, Founding Director and Senior Advisor, Roger King Center for Asian Family Business and Family Office, Hong Kong University of Science and Technology, Hong Kong

“As one of the first to apply Joseph Nye’s concept of 'soft power' to family businesses, Pauline has broken new ground through original and interdisciplinary research on the subtle forces that drive family legacies. Featuring nine prominent families from four continents and eight jurisdictions, many of whom she knows personally, her work provides a fascinating perspective on family businesses in Asia and globally with important implications for organizational management.”

Aloke and Suchitra Lohia, Group CEO and Deputy Group CEO, Indorama Ventures pcl, Thailand

"I first met Pauline in 2020, when she served as a judge at the Grand Final of the Sing Tao Interschool Debating Competition. I left that day as champion, but the more meaningful outcome has been the connection that followed — one that has shaped both my personal outlook and professional development. Through a series of genuine and inspiring conversations over the years, Pauline came to extend an invitation that I did not take lightly: nominating me as Next Gen Co-Lead of the KEY Hong Kong Chapter. The opportunity to work alongside her in this capacity has been one of the most formative experiences of my early career. Pauline's outreach to family foundations, corporate sponsors, and private wealth holders for our signature debate was a masterclass in relationship-building, strategic vision, and deep credibility and authority gradually built over time. She leads by example in the truest sense: she challenges those around her to rise, and then ensures they have the support to do so. I am honored to have benefited from Pauline’s mentorship, and deeply grateful that our relationship has grown into one of sincere and enduring friendship.

Audrey Chow, Prince Philip Scholar, Bachelor of Arts in Law (2022–2025), University of Cambridge

“Pauline's care and encouragement as a team leader have always been paired with decisive action. When I faced a strict midnight deadline for the AIA Scholarship, Pauline immediately set aside her own commitments to write a pivotal reference letter within hours—helping me secure the funding that enables me to focus wholeheartedly on my education. She also played a vital role in helping me obtain a mini-pupillage at Temple Chambers, an experience that has opened doors for me as an aspiring barrister. Beyond professional mentorship, I deeply appreciate her thoughtful organization of team bonding activities at K-pop concerts and a study tour to Seoul that allows our delegation to meet diplomats, entrepreneurs, and her friends at HYBE, the music agency behind BTS. Seamlessly balancing formal guidance with light-hearted connection, Pauline inspires those around her to reach a higher horizon."

Hau In Tang, AIA Scholar, Vice-Chancellor's Scholar, Bachelor of Laws (2025–2029), Chinese University of  Hong Kong

“I first met Professor Pauline Yeung during my master’s studies at HKU Business School. While her course was among the most meaningful experiences of my academic journey, what left the most lasting impression was Pauline herself. She is not only an exceptional educator but also a genuine mentor - someone who recognizes each student’s potential and helps them grow with confidence and purpose. Pauline has a rare gift for cultivating talent: she listens, motivates, challenges, and opens doors. She inspired me to think more globally, communicate more clearly, and link ideas to real-world possibilities, extending her mentorship well beyond the classroom and supporting me as a young professional discovering my path. I am profoundly grateful to have learned from her and to continue drawing insight and wisdom from her guidance.”

Asia Zanelli, Master of Global Management (2025–2026), HKU Business School, Hong Kong and France

“Having excelled in the Olympics, which is first and foremost about friendship and sportsmanship across geographic borders, I see in Pauline a kindred spirit who connects deeply with people from all walks of life. Her discipline, resilience, and perseverance—qualities akin to those of top athletes—underscore her ability to deliver in real and concrete ways the initiatives that she cares greatly about.”

Ashleigh Johnson, Two-time Olympic Gold Medallist and Goalkeeper for National Water Polo Team, United States

 “As someone who has navigated the art world for decades, I am impressed by Pauline's commitment to the arts and her adept understanding of the transformative power of culture and creativity. Her strategic leadership in driving arts innovation across multiple countries, amplified by her mastery of Japanese and other languages, positions her as a trailblazer in fostering cross-cultural connections and artistic dialogue.”

Fumio Nanjo, Former Director, Mori Art Museum, Japan

“My exchanges with Pauline have spanned Asia and Latin America, as well as the intricate cultural and commercial currents that bind these continents. Across every conversation, she has expanded my understanding of Asia, her home region — from the inner workings of Hong Kong’s business landscape and the logic of Japanese long-lived companies to strategic introductions to investors at a Korean sovereign wealth fund. I also had the privilege of joining one of her classes at HKU, where she invited me and a Miami-based entrepreneur to examine the parallels and divergences between family enterprises in Brazil and the United States. What distinguishes Pauline is her ability to bring context, discernment, and a genuinely global frame of reference to each discussion. At a time when the world feels increasingly virtual, fragmented, and polarized, she is a powerful and indispensable bridge connecting people, cultures, capital, and ideas.”

João Philippe de Orleans e Bragança, Portfolio Manager, Absolute Investimentos, Brazil