Professor Christy Cheung crowns among Asia's top tech visionaries at AWTLA 2025
This recognition is a pinnacle of inspiration—not just for me, but for women across IT fields.
Chair Professor in Information Systems and Digital Innovation Management
With immense pride, we celebrate Professor Christy Cheung, Chair Professor in Information Systems and Digital Innovation Management at HKBU, for being honoured among Asia's 50 most influential women tech leaders at the prestigious Asia Women Tech Leaders Award (AWTLA) 2025 in Singapore. This glittering accolade recognises her trailblazing research, transformative academic leadership and unwavering commitment to shaping our digital future, cementing her status as both a pioneering force and an inspirational role model for women in IT across the region.
Renowned for ranking among the world’s top 2% of scholars in her field, Professor Cheung has carved an extraordinary legacy bridging rigorous academic innovation and real-world impact. Her leadership extends as President of the Hong Kong Association for Information Systems (HKAIS) and through pivotal editorial roles in leading international journals. A champion of mentorship, she has garnered accolades such as the Research Grant Council (RGC) Senior Research Fellow and multiple (Emerald Publishing) Emerald Literati Network Awards for Excellence, underscoring her dual prowess in groundbreaking research and nurturing future talent.
The AWTLA spotlights 50 exceptional women driving Asia’s tech revolution. Honourees are selected for their mastery in developing emerging technologies, steering research projects, and exemplifying transformative leadership. Professor Cheung’s inclusion cements her status as a luminary and role model in IT.
Heartfelt congratulations to Professor Christy Cheung!
Click here to view the list of the Top 50 Asia Women Tech Leaders this year.
