Leading Icelandic food co-operative brings new dairy brand to Hong Kong (with photos)
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Leading Icelandic food co-operative established over a century ago, Kaupfelag Skagfirdinga, announced today (August 11) that it is going to launch ÍSEY SKYR in Hong Kong’s supermarkets on August 12, and from Hong Kong to Greater China to tap into its growing demand for quality dairy products.
Skyr is a traditional Icelandic superdairy product, a yogurt-like diary product with high protein, low fat, low carb and low sugar. ÍSEY SKYR is an authentic Icelandic brand with more than 90-year experience of producing skyr. It contains the original Icelandic skyr culture, and builds on the traditional recipe with innovative technology, according to the Deputy Chief Executive Officer of ÍSEY SKYR Limited, Ms Audrey Pi.
Ms Pi said, “Through consumer research, we identify a huge demand for high-quality dairy products in China, so we plan to introduce the healthy superdairy product from Iceland to the Greater China market including the Mainland, Macao and Taiwan, apart from Hong Kong.”
She explained, “Hong Kong is a cultural melting pot of East and West, which leads to diverse cultural backgrounds and dietary preferences. The city is also known for its free market economy and open business environment, making it a global hub for trade and investment. In terms of the legal system, Hong Kong is based on the common law system and is known for its transparency, stability and impartiality. Moreover, Hong Kong has a highly skilled and talented workforce. It is the ideal base for us to expand our business in the region.”
She continued, “Most importantly, Hong Kong is part of the Guangdong-Hong Kong-Macao Greater Bay Area, which has created strategic advantages for businesses looking to access the wider Chinese market, as well as opportunities for collaboration across the region. We aim to use Hong Kong as a gateway to enter the broader Greater China market.”
The Acting Director-General of Investment Promotion of Invest Hong Kong (InvestHK), Dr Jimmy Chiang, said, “Hong Kong people are health-conscious and demand high-quality healthy food. With its strategic location providing an unparalleled bridge between the Mainland and the rest of the world, Hong Kong is an ideal place for ÍSEY SKYR to promote its brand in the Greater China market. I wish it every success in its business in Hong Kong and beyond.”
About ÍSEY SKYR Limited
Established in 2020 in Hong Kong, ÍSEY SKYR Limited is the headquarters of ÍSEY SKYR’s Greater China business, including the Mainland, Hong Kong, Macao and Taiwan. It is responsible for strategic planning and business development of the Greater China market. For more information, please visit www.iseyskyr.com.hk.
About InvestHK
InvestHK is the department of the Hong Kong Special Administrative Region Government responsible for attracting foreign direct investment and supporting overseas and Mainland businesses to set up or expand in Hong Kong. It provides free advice and customised services for overseas and Mainland companies. For more information, please visit www.investhk.gov.hk.
For photos, please visit www.flickr.com/photos/investhk/albums/72177720310402836.
Jul 7, 2023 | Books, Business
BALTIMORE – July 5, 2023 – PRLog — Historically Black Colleges and Universities (HBCUs) play a significant role in the number of graduates from underrepresented communities, with more than 25% of African American graduates with STEM degrees coming from HBCUs. The second annual BEYA Leading Voices Summer Series calls several HBCU Vice Presidents of Research together for insightful discussions on where HBCUs are now and the opportunities ahead. The BEYA Leading Voices Summer Series takes place on Friday, July 28, 2023, from 10:00 AM to 1:30 PM EST on BEYA 365 DTX platform (https://beyastemdtx.com).
The Summer Series includes four separate sessions, each highlighting critical impacts and opportunities for HBCUs. The first session of the day, “The CHIPS & Science Act: The Opportunity of a Lifetime for HBCUs,” will cover the bipartisan bill which came into effect on August 9, 2022, which allocated a remarkable $80 billion in funding to fortify domestic semiconductor manufacturing. Alongside boosting workforce development and research, this legislation specifically targets enhancing research capacity at our nation’s HBCUs.
Leading the discussion as moderator Dr. Victor McCrary, Vice President for Research at the University of the District of Columbia (UDC) and current Vice Chair of the National Science Board. Dr. McCrary is an advocate for the growth, development, and strategic direction of UDC’s research enterprise. He is a serial innovator with remarkable accomplishments, including pioneering the development of industry-led electronic book standards and an electronic book Braille reader, which led to his co-receipt of the U.S. Department of Commerce’s Gold Medal in 2000.
Joining Dr. McCrary on the panel is Nate Crews, CEO of Business Transformation Consulting Services. Nate is a seasoned senior project leader and coach renowned for his ability to deliver technology-based solutions for domestic and international projects. As an enterprise agility coach and advisor, he shares his expertise in business and technology concepts with students in renowned programs such as Caltech CTME and the University of California extension management programs.
“The BEYA Leading Voices Summit sheds light on the partnership between HBCUs and tech companies,” said Dr. Tyrone D. Taborn, publisher and CEO of Career Communications Group. “This summit not only celebrates the achievements of the HBCUs but also creates an immersive environment where technology companies can connect with these institutions and their decision makers.”
The seminar series will take place within the immersive BEYA 365 DTX (Digital Twin Experience) and STEM City USA, providing attendees with a dynamic and interactive platform to engage with the speakers, share ideas, and explore future innovations. To register for the free event, please visit (TK: SHORT URL LINK TO EVENTBRITE) https://www.eventbrite.com/e/2nd-annual-beya-leading-voices-summit-tickets-666413158697?utm-campaign=social&utm-content=attendeeshare&utm-medium=discovery&utm-term=listing&utm-source=cp&aff=ebdsshwebdesktop
About STEM City USA and BEYA STEM DTX
STEM City USA and BEYA STEM DTX are renowned platforms committed to advancing the cause of science, technology, engineering, and math (STEM) across various educational institutions while emphasizing the role of HBCUs.