The D. H. Chen Foundation announced that the Board of Trustees has appointed Mr. Lawrence Tsang as Chief Executive Officer of the Foundation effective November 18, 2024. In his role, Lawrence will lead and oversee the Foundation’s efforts to explore and develop innovative philanthropic initiatives and funding strategies, ensuring resilient and sustainable growth for communities focused on social good.

Ms. Karen Cheung, Trustee and Chief Strategist, The D. H. Chen Foundation, said, “This appointment marks a significant step forward in our philanthropic journey towards long-term development and enhancing cross-sector collaboration to address emerging societal needs. We also look forward to leveraging Lawrence’s experiences and insights to strengthen the Foundation’s operational and strategic excellence.”

Before joining the Foundation, Lawrence was Co-founder of Dream2Story, a nonprofit dedicated to empowering under-resourced youth in Hong Kong. Prior to that, Lawrence took leadership in devising socially responsible strategies, leading global CSR initiatives, and integrating social benefit into mainstream business practices for various organizations.

Lawrence said, “I am honored to be joining The D. H. Chen Foundation, and working alongside the team to make meaningful, cross-disciplinary impact on the diverse communities in Hong Kong and beyond.”

With his robust background in finance and decades of corporate experience across various industries internationally, Lawrence is committed to elevating the Foundation’s philanthropic mission through innovative and forward-thinking approaches, all while upholding the Foundation’s values and vision for building a compassionate society.