The Art Business Conference Hong Kong 2025

EVENT DESCRIPTION

The Art Business Conference is pleased to reveal the full programme for its inaugural Hong Kong Edition, taking place on Wednesday, 19th November 2025, at Christie’s Asia Pacific Headquarters at The Henderson.

The half-day conference, chaired by Georgina Adam, journalist and author specialising in the art market, will bring together leading voices from across the international art world to discuss the most pressing developments shaping the global and regional art markets.

It will feature a dynamic series of engaging conversations, presentations, and panels exploring the evolution of the Asian art ecosystem, the intersection of art and finance, and how Hong Kong continues to set new standards for the global art world.

With a strong line-up of industry leaders, the inaugural Hong Kong edition will provide a forum for art market professionals to exchange knowledge, build networks, and explore opportunities across the region and beyond.

Louise Hamlin, Founder and Director of The Art Business Conference, commented:
“The programme reflects the energy and sophistication of Hong Kong’s art scene and its growing influence on the global stage. We’re thrilled to be bringing this calibre of speakers and discussions to the region, thanks to the support of our partners and to Christie’s for hosting this inaugural event.”

The conference will be conducted in English.

Programme Overview

1:30 – 2:00pm
Guest Registration and Welcome Networking

2:00 – 2:05pm
Welcome Remarks
Georgina Adam, Journalist and Art Market Expert, Conference Chair

2:05 – 2:20pm
Opening Keynote Conversation
Kevin Ching, Chairman of Christie’s Asia, and The Honourable Bernard Charnwut Chan GBM GBS JP, Chairman of West Kowloon Cultural District Authority, in conversation with Georgina Adam

2:20 – 3:05pm
Hong Kong Rising: A New Standard for the Global Art World
Shifting client expectations are driving new standards in Hong Kong and beyond. By combining world-class infrastructure, cultural vision, and market leadership, Hong Kong is setting a new benchmark for the global art world.
Moderator: Enid Tsui (South China Morning Post)
Speakers: Ken Ng (Crozier), Nickos Gogolos (M+) and Audrey Shum (Managing Director, Christie’s).

3:05 – 3:50pm
When Luxury Meets Art: Crafting Desire and Cultural Value
As the boundaries between art, craftsmanship, and luxury blur, this session explores how creativity, heritage, and cultural capital define modern luxury, and how Hong Kong continues to shape this evolving dialogue in Asia.
Moderator: Zabrina Lo (Tatler)
Speakers: Winsy Tsang (Christie’s), Julien-Loic Garin (Le Cercle) and Marion Bertagna (MB Projects)

3:50 – 4:20pm
Networking Break

4:20 – 4:35pm
Special Presentation: Financial Services Development Council (FSDC)
Mr Daniel R. Fung, Vice Chairman and Policy Research Committee Convenor of the FSDC, will present the Council’s latest research paper.

4:35 – 5:05pm
Art as an Asset Class: Integrating Collectibles into Modern Wealth Management in Hong Kong
As art becomes increasingly recognised as part of diversified investment strategies, this session explores how Hong Kong is leading in integrating art into modern wealth management.
Moderator: Daniel R. Fung (FSDC)
Speakers: Jyrki Rauhio (HSBC), Rhiannon Alban-Davies (AXA XL), Claudia Albertini (HKAGA / MASSIMODECARLO) and Robert Caldwell (Loeb & Loeb)

5:05 – 5:50pm
Collecting Trends in Asia: The Future of Art Patronage and the Market
A new generation of collectors is transforming Asia’s art landscape through technology, global connections, and cultural identity. This panel explores the forces shaping collecting today and what the next decade may hold.
Moderator: Enid Tsui (SCMP)
Speakers: Willem Molesworth (PhD Group), Alan Lo (YAL Foundation)

5:50 – 6:00pm
Closing Remarks

6:00 – 8:00pm
Evening Networking Cocktail Reception

ABOUT THE ARTIST / ORGANISER

The Art Business Conference is the premier platform for tackling the key issues that shape today’s global art market, welcoming over 1,000 attendees each year, including senior professionals, collectors, artists, and opinion leaders. Each one-day event brings together hundreds of art professionals and thought leaders, both from within and outside the market, offering fresh insights, practical advice, and international perspectives. Founded in 2014 by British CEO Louise Hamlin, the conference was acquired in 2024 by ArtNova, a French investment fund focused on empowering cultural stakeholders and enhancing their global influence. Flagship events of The Art Business Conference are held in New York, London, and Paris, with a new launch in Hong Kong set for 2025. Additionally, satellite events occur in Dubai, Maastricht, and Cape Town. In 2025, The Art Business Conference celebrates its 11th year. This year also marks the launch of The Academy, an online education platform that builds upon the conference’s decade-long legacy. Developed in partnership with Marc Spiegler, former global director of Art Basel and a longtime visiting professor at Università Bocconi in Milan, one of Europe’s leading business schools, The Academy aims to further educate and empower those in the art industry.