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Financial investigators remain vigilant (audio)

Tue, 05 January 2010 12:00:00 +0800

On today's White Collar I am joined by Jack Dunn, President and Chief Executive of FTI Consulting, and Stephen Vickers, President and Chief Executive of FTI ? International Risk.

Stephen, a former Hong Kong police officer, set up the commercial...

Dutchman swaps brewery for bank (audio)

Tue, 29 December 2009 12:00:00 +0800

Wim Hekstra, deputy chief executive of ING Life in Hong Kong and Macau, is my guest on White Collar today. Hekstra oversees all sales channels for the life insurance business such as the company's agents, banks, brokers and independent advisers.

Interestingly,...

HK sprinters dominant again

Wed, 16 December 2009 12:00:00 +0800

We're back at Happy Valley tonight after another successful Hong Kong international race meeting. The trainers of Hong Kong's top runners reported on Monday that they'd all pulled up well with Dubai now firmly in the sights of Derek Cruz and John Moore.

On...

Anthony Boswell on corporate rehabilitation (audio)

Tue, 15 December 2009 12:00:00 +0800

Today's guest on White Collar is PricewaterhouseCoopers' Anthony Boswell. Mr Boswell is a Business Recovery Services partner based in Hong Kong.

Mr Boswell has been the front man for a number of high-profile liquidations and is the perfect person...

HK could sweep Cathay Pacific races

Sun, 13 December 2009 12:00:00 +0800

Hong Kong's chances of taking all four major events for the Cathay Pacific International Races are the strongest since 2002.

In the 2400m Hong Kong Vase, Thumbs Up (pictured) represents HK's best hope for taking a race traditionally dominated by...

Racing podcast for December 9

Wed, 09 December 2009 12:00:00 +0800

Racing editor Alan Aitken takes a look at today's Cathay Pacific International Jockeys' Championship. His pick for Race 5 is no. 12 Rocket and Gold.

In his On the Rail's column, Aitken discusses the soon-to-be-opened Mayden racecourse in Dubai and...

Michael Ha on HK's insurance and pension future (audio)

Tue, 08 December 2009 12:00:00 +0800

In today's White Collar I speak with Aviva Life Insurance's head of marketing and business development, Michael Ha.

Michael has over 15 years of experience working in the insurance industry that has included stints in Korea, Indonesia and Australia.

Aviva...

Godolphin light-handed in Cathay races

Sun, 06 December 2009 12:00:00 +0800

Godolphin's stocks for the Cathay Pacific Hong Kong International Races next weekend have slumped sharply with the withdrawal of two of its three scheduled runners.

Balius (pictured), the runner-up in the 2008 Hong Kong Cup behind Eagle Mountain,...

Countdown begins for International Races

Wed, 02 December 2009 12:00:00 +0800

Racing returns to Happy Valley tonight but with just 11 days to go until the biggest day in Hong Kong racing, thoughts are turning to Sha Tin.

Scenic Blast, looking for a US$1 million bonus as part of the global sprint challenge, has dismissed lingering...

'Sustainability' key to becoming a world-class city...

Tue, 01 December 2009 12:00:00 +0800

Hong Kong Science & Technology Parks will host the 5th annual InnoAsia Conference today and tomorrow under the theme of 'Sustainable City, Transportation and Energy'.

InnoAsia 09 sees a panel of renowned scientists, experts and business leaders...

Model jockey sets heartbeats racing

Sun, 29 November 2009 12:00:00 +0800

Chantal Sutherland is likely to set heartbeats racing when the glamorous Canadian rider and model arrives for international week. The Jockey Club is holding a contest to see who can come up with the best Chinese translation for the Sutherland's name.

The...

Happy Zero switches to the Mile

Wed, 25 November 2009 12:00:00 +0800

Back at Happy Valley tonight after the International Sprint and Mile Trials at Sha Tin last Sunday. Happy Zero, who beat Sacred Kingdom in the Sprint Trial, has been switched to the Hong Kong Mile at the International Races on December 13.

I look...

More debate needed on accounting reform (audio)

Tue, 24 November 2009 12:00:00 +0800

In this edition of White Collar, chief business reporter Enoch Yiu speaks to Alex Malley, chief executive of CPA Australia. Malley oversees all external affairs for the 122,00-strong accounting body.

CPA Australia has been operating in for more...

Harilela hotelier on his family business (audio)

Tue, 24 November 2009 12:00:00 +0800

Aron Harilela, director of Harilela Hotels, talks to business reporter Enoch Yiu in the latest episode of Meet the Corporate Architects series.

Harilela earned a Ph.D in political philosophy before joining his family's hotel business. He manages...

Happy Zero looks to take the crown

Sun, 22 November 2009 12:00:00 +0800

We're at Sha Tin for the Cathay Pacific International Sprint Trial and the Cathay Pacific International Mile Trial. Although an intriguing race in its own right, the International Mile Trial is overshadowed by the Sprint Trial which sees Happy Zero take...

Top tips for Happy Valley, November 18

Wed, 18 November 2009 12:00:00 +0800

Although not yet at the top of his form, Collection (Weichong Marwing) was bursting with authority as he came clear for his first victory since the Hong Kong Derby, beating the same three horses - Unique Jewellery, Mr Medici and Thumbs Up - who chased...

Critical illness product looks to protect (audio)

Tue, 17 November 2009 12:00:00 +0800

David Knights, the Hong Kong general manager of Friends Provident International joins me in the studio today. He talks to me about his company's plans in Hong Kong and about their recent launch of a critical illness product.

At Friends Provident,...

Obama's younger brother steps into the spotlight

Sun, 15 November 2009 12:00:00 +0800

For most fans and followers of US President Barrack Obama here in Hong Kong, it is well known that his half brother lives just across the border in Shenzhen.

Mark Okoth Obama Ndesandjo has made the special economic zone his home for the past seven...

High hopes for Collection at international meets

Sun, 15 November 2009 12:00:00 +0800

Racing fans can look forward to several upcoming races with an international flavour: Today's meeting at Sha Tin will feature the Cathay Pacific International Cup Trial and Racing editor Alan Aitken has favourited Collection.

The winner of next...

One man feels the full force of Star Wars

Thu, 12 November 2009 12:00:00 +0800

Imagine Luke Skywalker, Princess Leia, C3PO and Chewbacca all on stage, all performed by just one actor. In a fast-paced show Charles Ross brings to life all the characters from the original Star Wars trilogy live on stage.

Charlie buzzes...

Champion sprinters dominate the headlines

Wed, 11 November 2009 12:00:00 +0800

In today's show, Alan Aitken reports that sprinter Sacred Kingdom looks ready for a comeback after blowing through a 1000m trial at Sha Tin. Meanwhile, Hong Kong's most famous sprinter Silent Witness was honoured yesterday.

Douglas Whyte is having...

Welcome to the world of WealthCraft

Tue, 10 November 2009 12:00:00 +0800

In this video interview, Kelly Tallas, chief executive of WealthCraft Systems, explains the business of managing pensions online.

Mr Tallas has more than 15 years of experience in technology and finance. Before founding WealthCarft in August 2003...

Top tips for Sha Tin, November 7

Sat, 07 November 2009 12:00:00 +0800

Ivan Allan, three-times champion trainer in Hong Kong died, aged 68, in his native Singapore after a long battle with illness. Allan moved to Hong Kong in 1992 after a dominant career in Singapore and Malaysia and became an equally irresistible force.

In...

Hot picks for an Exploding race

Wed, 04 November 2009 12:00:00 +0800

Since the Jockey Challenge began over a year ago, turnover has reached a staggering HK$9 million. Racing editor asks in today's Off the Rails: When will we see the much-mooted Trainers Challenge?

Alan has tipped Exploding for Race 9's Fakei Cup...

Stannard puts Asia front and centre (audio)

Tue, 03 November 2009 12:00:00 +0800

On today's show I speak with David Stannard, managing partner (Asia) of international legal practice Norton Rose and head of the firm's corporate finance practice in the region.

Norton Rose announced recently that it would merge some operations...

Kung Fu writer turns back on business world (audio)

Mon, 02 November 2009 12:00:00 +0800

Chen Yu-hwei, also known by her pen name Zheng Feng, is our guest on today's show.

The global financial crisis may have forced many people out of their jobs, but few would have taken the same road as Yu-hwei, a former ABN AMRO director.

Yu-hwei...

Top tips for Happy Valley, November 1

Sun, 01 November 2009 12:00:00 +0800

Jockey Alex Lai Hoi-wing met with success in his appeal yesterday against the severity of an eight-meeting ban for testing positive on October 4 to the banned substance methylephedrine. The appeal panel reduced his suspension by three meetings and he...

Making the switch to green (audio)

Tue, 27 October 2009 12:00:00 +0800

Our guest on today's programme is Mr Bruce Hicks, founder and managing director of TPIZ resources.

In 2006 Mr Hicks, a veteran of the telecommunications industry changed careers and founded TPIZ, an environmental services and investment company.

In...

Mr Medici sets out to beat the big boys

Sun, 25 October 2009 12:00:00 +0800

Trainer Bart Cummings continued his winning ways as So You Think, with jockey Glen Boss, won the Cox Plate at Moonee Valley yesterday. Looking on were thousands in Hong Kong who viewed the simulcast - the first time it has been available on a non-Hong...

Viva Pataca or Collection?

Wed, 21 October 2009 12:00:00 +0800

While today's race will be Happy Valley, the main spot of news is which horse will Darren Beadman choose for this weekend's Mission Hills Sha Tin Trophy: Viva Pataca or Collection? Trainer John Moore says he'll let the jockey decide.

Alan has featured...

New CEO has big ambitions for AXA HK (audio)

Tue, 20 October 2009 12:00:00 +0800

This week's White Collar guest is newly appointed chief executive of AXA Hong Kong, Stuart Harrison. Although the financial tsunami has affected every company, the insurance giant has shown resilience and was able to bounce back quicker than other companies.

Harrison...

Heeding calls for regulatory reform (audio)

Mon, 19 October 2009 12:00:00 +0800

This week's guest on Monday Face is Julia Leung, the Undersecretary for Financial Services and the Treasury. Leung was among the first batch of undersecretaries to be appointed by chief executive Donald Tsang in 2008.

Leung's previous job was at...

Lai cops one month suspension

Sat, 17 October 2009 12:00:00 +0800

Jockey Alex Lai Hoi-wing has been suspended from riding in races for a month after testing positive to banned substance methylephedrine. Stipes reached their decision after taking in to consideration that Lai's methylephedrine level was consistent with...

Injuries sideline jockeys Lloyd, Chadwick

Wed, 14 October 2009 12:00:00 +0800

Jockeys are in the news: Alex Lai has tested positive for a banned substance. Jeff Lloyd's (pictured) ankle injury is more serious than previously thought. An MRI turned up a fracture and now Lloyd's foot is in a cast for the next three weeks. Meanwhile,...

Banking on the new AHL fund (audio)

Tue, 13 October 2009 12:00:00 +0800

This week's White Collar guest is Giselle Lee, executive director & head of sales of Man Investments. She speaks to chief business reporter Enoch Yiu about the company's new AHL Diversified Fund.

The new fund is the fourth in its series and guarantees...

Tony Cruz has his eye on Sa Sa Ladies' Purse

Sun, 11 October 2009 12:00:00 +0800

Today is Sa Sa Ladies' Purse day at Sha Tin. Six-from-10 winner Young Elite will start a $12 favourite. But find out why Alan Aitken thinks trainer Tony Cruz could take out the feature event with a first-up winner, as he has done three times previously.

Jeff...

Darren Beadman faces tough choice

Wed, 07 October 2009 12:00:00 +0800

Jockey Darren Beadman must make a choice between the ageing but still in form Viva Pataca and the up-and-coming Collection, which has put on weight since his Group wins last season.

In the Jockey Challenge, Douglas Whyte returns as the favourite...

Talking football with Allianz's China chief (audio)

Tue, 06 October 2009 12:00:00 +0800

Not only does the current financial recession affect businesses, but it also hampers precious sponsorship and charitable efforts by companies. However in August, Allianz Global Investors invited teenagers from around the world, including four from Hong...

Tuscan Spirit out for redemption

Sun, 04 October 2009 12:00:00 +0800

Tuscan Spirit had no excuse first time out this season when narrowly beaten, but the benefit of that run should see him take another step towards the top level in the Group Three Sha Tin Sprint Trophy (1,000m) this afternoon.

In other international...

Express Win for National Day glory

Thu, 01 October 2009 12:00:00 +0800

In the news this week, Brett Prebble's replacement at Happy Valley last Wednesday on Victory Mascot brought some sharp criticism. Trainer Caspar Fownes told stewards that Prebble had agreed with him and the four-year-old's owner to be no more than one...