Dr KWAN oversees Link’s governance and strategy for sustainability and risk management, ensuring alignment with the Group’s long-term strategic objectives. On the sustainability front, Dr KWAN champions the adoption of advanced climate resilience measures and decarbonisation strategies, aligning the Group’s operations with global sustainability standards. His proactive engagement with investors and business partners on ESG and stewardship issues enhances transparency and strengthens partnerships that support the Group’s sustainability objectives. In overseeing risk governance, Dr KWAN integrates comprehensive risk management practices with the Group’s strategic objectives. He ensures that operational strategies are underpinned by a robust risk management framework that adheres to defined risk appetites and facilitates effective risk mitigation. This strategic integration is essential for maintaining the organisation’s stability and promoting growth. With extensive experience across various sectors including oil and gas, automotive, academia, and real estate, Dr KWAN brings a unique and valuable perspective to his dual roles.

Dr KWAN is currently Vice Chairman of the Hong Kong General Chamber of Commerce’s Environment and Sustainability Committee and also former chair of the United Nations Principles of Responsible Investment’s Real Estate Advisory Committee and the United Nations Environment Programme Finance Initiative’s Property Working Group.

Dr KWAN holds a Doctorate in Environmental Science and Engineering from the University of California, Los Angeles, an Executive MBA from the Kellogg School of Management at Northwestern and HKUST, and a Juris Doctorate from The Chinese University of Hong Kong.