Ken Ip

Ken Ip

Hong Kong SAR
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M.Arts, MBA, DBA, MIPA (Qualified Accountant), ACMA

An awarding-winning marketing and brand communications strategist, Ken has held a number of senior roles from corporate consulting to public affairs advisory for leading multinational and conglomerates. Ken was formerly the Head of Marketing at Atkins, one of the world’s largest engineering and design consultancies. He was also recently the marketing head for the 145 year-old design practice, Leigh & Orange.

An active keynote speaker, columnist and Associate Professor, Ken is a regular contributor on topics in Tech, Real Estate, Digital marketing and e-Commerce. He is also the author of two best-selling titles, “Life Hacks” and “Growth Hacks”.

Ken is currently Chairman of the Asia MarTech Society, and serves on the Board of Directors of several professional associations, advising on issues to the development of the industry.

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  • Master thesis on 'Emotions and Advertising' + "Self-concepts and Positioning"

  • Winner of Training and Development Prize for Leadership Dynamics 2013

  • The Institute of Public Accountants is one of three professional accounting bodies recognised in Australian legislation, alongside the Chartered Accountants Australia and New Zealand (CA ANZ) and CPA Australia.

    The IPA is recognised in Commonwealth and State law in Australia. Members are recognised by the Australian Government as Qualified Accountants, and have equal standing under Australian Securities and Investments Commission (ASIC) rulings. 

    For information on our equal…

    The Institute of Public Accountants is one of three professional accounting bodies recognised in Australian legislation, alongside the Chartered Accountants Australia and New Zealand (CA ANZ) and CPA Australia.

    The IPA is recognised in Commonwealth and State law in Australia. Members are recognised by the Australian Government as Qualified Accountants, and have equal standing under Australian Securities and Investments Commission (ASIC) rulings. 

    For information on our equal footing with the CPA and CA ANZ under law, please click the following link -http://www.asic.gov.au/asic/asic.nsf/byheadline/Certificates+issued+by+a+qualified+accountant

  • Certified Instructor and Life Member

Licenses & Certifications

Volunteer Experience

  • Swiss School of Business and Management Graphic

    Advisory Board

    Swiss School of Business and Management

    - Present 4 years

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    The Advisory Board supports SSBM Geneva in achieving transformational and innovative education and provides a productive link between students, educators and industry practitioners.
    https://www.ssbm.ch/advisory-board/

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    Advisory Council

    Harvard Business Review

    - Present 4 years

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    As a member of the HBR Advisory Council, I give advise to the future direction/ contents that are being published in the magazine.

    I have the opportunity to provide feedback to the editors, preview new content, and weigh in on ideas from HBR as well as those from the wider world of management and leadership.

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    Advisory Board/ Doctoral Program Advisory Committee

    California Intercontinental University

    - Present 2 years 10 months

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    The Advisory Committee is created for the purpose of working with the Academics
    Department, and shall focus its activities on advising on matters that directly concern the
    following for Doctorate Program:
    A. The current level of skills, knowledge, and abilities individuals need for entry into
    business occupations, and
    B. Provide recommendations on the adequacy of
    i) educational program outcomes,
    ii) curriculum, and
    iii). course materials.
    C. Share insights on…

    The Advisory Committee is created for the purpose of working with the Academics
    Department, and shall focus its activities on advising on matters that directly concern the
    following for Doctorate Program:
    A. The current level of skills, knowledge, and abilities individuals need for entry into
    business occupations, and
    B. Provide recommendations on the adequacy of
    i) educational program outcomes,
    ii) curriculum, and
    iii). course materials.
    C. Share insights on industry trends as it relates to the needs of qualified individuals
    within the business community.

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    Featured Author/Columnist

    DiTech Media

    - Present 4 years

    Science and Technology

    https://ditech.media/ken-ip/

  • Programmatic Pioneers Asia & ANZ Graphic

    Advisory Board

    Programmatic Pioneers Asia & ANZ

    - Present 3 Jahre

    Science and Technology

    Programmatic Pioneers is the only summit bringing together 300+ programmatic marketing & media executives from Asia’s leading advertisers.

    https://programmaticasia.wbresearch.com

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    Mentor

    Australia China Alumni Association

    - Present 4 years

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  • Careers Advisor, Mentor

    Life Buddies - career-focused mentoring scheme for youth

    - Present 8 years 7 months

    Poverty Alleviation

    https://www.lifebuddies.hk

    Youth Education, Employment and Training Task Force under the Commission on Poverty (CoP) launched a career-focused mentoring scheme named “Life Buddies” in October 2015 to promote mentoring culture in the community. The Scheme aims at encouraging more active participation from business and members of the public to be mentors to give aspirations and advice to disadvantaged younger generation to help them to identify their life and career goals and make early…

    https://www.lifebuddies.hk

    Youth Education, Employment and Training Task Force under the Commission on Poverty (CoP) launched a career-focused mentoring scheme named “Life Buddies” in October 2015 to promote mentoring culture in the community. The Scheme aims at encouraging more active participation from business and members of the public to be mentors to give aspirations and advice to disadvantaged younger generation to help them to identify their life and career goals and make early preparation so as to enhance their social mobility.


  • Mentor, Volunteer Tutor

    Principal Chan Free Tutorial World

    - Present 6 years 9 months

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    Principal Chan Free Tutorial World is a Non-Profit Organization, which provides free one-to-one tutoring service for underprivileged students who are experiencing financial and learning difficulties.

    http://hkcnc.org.hk/

Publications

  • Life Hacks - The Ten Things They Don't Teach You In School

    "Life Hacks - The Ten Things They Don't Teach You In School" was pusblished in April 2018 and became a #1 New Release & #3 Bestseller in the US and UK.

Honors & Awards

  • Top 50 Business and Marketing Visionaries

    Adello Magazine

  • Top 50 Global Thought Leaders and Influencers on Artificial Intelligence for 2023

    Thinkers360

  • Gold Winner at the GLOBEE® Golden Bridge Awards 2022

    GLOBEE® Golden Bridge Awards

  • 2021 CPA Australia China Alumni Award for Corporate Achievement - Finalist

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    This award celebrates alumni who have made significant accomplishments within a corporate environment across all industry sectors.

    A nominee’s achievements can span an entire career or can be a single outstanding accomplishment, with outcomes that not only advanced the performance of her or his organization but also developed an internal company culture.

    It seeks to recognise both established and emerging commercial leaders, all of whom should have been able to demonstrate…

    This award celebrates alumni who have made significant accomplishments within a corporate environment across all industry sectors.

    A nominee’s achievements can span an entire career or can be a single outstanding accomplishment, with outcomes that not only advanced the performance of her or his organization but also developed an internal company culture.

    It seeks to recognise both established and emerging commercial leaders, all of whom should have been able to demonstrate leadership ability, a flair for her or his field, and a passion for corporate social responsibility.

  • A&D 40 under 40 Awards 2021

    A&D Awards

    Launched in 2006, the A&D Awards 40 under 40 awards (formerly known as the Perspective Awards) recognise forty of the most talented young professionals in the fields of architecture, interior and product design, aged under 40. Former winners include André Fu, Joyce Wang and Bjarke Ingels, to name just a few.
    https://aanddawards.com/40-under-40/

  • 2021 Asia Property Awards - Judging Panel/Chairperson for Mainland

    PropertyGuru - Asia Real Estate Summit

    https://www.asiapropertyawards.com/en/award/asia-property-awards-grand-final-2021/
    https://www.asiapropertyawards.com/en/award/asia-property-awards-mainland-china-2021/

  • 2021 Digital Impact Awards - Judge

    Cravenhill Publishing

    https://www.digitalimpactawards.com/asia/judges/judges/

  • Agency of the Year Awards 2021 - Judging panel

    Marketing Magazine Group

    https://awards.marketing-interactive.asia/aotyawardshk/panel-judges/ken-ip

  • Asia eCommerce Awards 2021

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    Best e-Commerce – Lifestyle & Entertainment (Bronze)

    https://awards.marketing-interactive.asia/mobex-AeA-hk/winners-AeA

  • 2 x Gold Winner

    PR World Awards 2020

    - Integration of Traditional and New Media GOLD WINNER B.S.C. Group | Hong Kong | From Traditional Business to Omnichannel in under 30 days | Ken Ip, Group Head of Marketing

    - Retail GOLD WINNER B.S.C. Group | Hong Kong | Wellness Living Curated pop-up |
    Ken Ip, Group Head of Marketing

    https://prworldawards.com/winners/2020-winners/



  • Communications Professional of the Year

    17th International Business Awards

  • The Marketing Events Awards 2020 - Judging Panel

    Marketing Interactive Magazine

    https://awards.marketing-interactive.asia/mevents-hk/panel-judges/ken-ip

  • Judging Panel

    International Property Awards

    The world's largest and most prestigious awards for the property and real estate industry.
    https://propertyawards.net/judges/ken-ip/

  • Spark Awards 2019 - Judging panel

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    https://awards.marketing-interactive.com/spark-awards-hk-2019/ken-ip

  • ACAA Young Australia China Alumni of the year - 2018 Finalist

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    This award recognises the achievements of young alumni (aged 35 below) and celebrates their outstanding talent, accomplishments, and the contributions they have made to the wider Australia-China community.

  • PR Professional of the Year

    AD&P Awards

  • Training and Development Prize for Leadership Dynamics

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    The MBA course award of each year reveals an outstanding academic result the winner has achieved in different business discipline. It is a formal academic attainment of the University, and the winner of each discipline will have his/her name engraved on “UniSA’s MBA Course Prize” prize board which displays at the IGSB.

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