12010—2013 · HKUST
Research & Teaching
Taught computer science and engineering, including software engineering, networks, databases and computer graphics. Supervised student projects and linked classroom learning with practical technology.
ABOUT EDDIE CHAN · HONG KONG
Technology by people.
Progress together.
IT leader with 20+ years of experience, turning technology into business value across Asia.
Explore my storyMY STORY
From computer science to technology leadership.
I’m Eddie Chan, an enterprise technology executive with 20+ years across insurance, financial services, startups and higher education. As Group Head of IT at HKJEBN Group, I lead cloud, cybersecurity, business applications and GenAI.
Previously at FWD, I led and supported 150+ transformation programmes across 10+ Asian markets, including US$300M+ cloud transformation and US$100M AI initiatives. I’ve also supported around 300 AI models in customer and operational functions.
I began in computer science research and teaching at HKUST, hold a PhD from The Hong Kong Polytechnic University, and have built products as a startup co-founder. I connect enterprise strategy with hands-on delivery, resilient operations and measurable business results.
20+
years in technology
10+
Asian markets
PhD
Computer Science
DBA
candidate · 2027
A CAREER IN CHAPTERS
Four chapters.
One journey.
Teaching, building, transforming and leading—each chapter shaped by curiosity and a belief that technology should help people move forward.
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22013—NOW · STARTUPS
Founder & Technology Builder
Worked as an engineer, CTO and co-founder. Built products at PowerMew and Easy VR, helping raise HK$7.5M for PowerMew and securing HK$1.2M in Hong Kong Science Park incubation funding for Easy VR.
32018—2026 · FWD GROUP
Regional Transformation
As Director of e-Commerce, then Head of IT Strategy and Business Partnership, helped expand digital insurance and regional technology. Supported cloud and AI transformation across more than 150 programmes in Asia.
42026—NOW · HKJEBN GROUP
Group Head of IT
Leading cloud, cybersecurity, business applications and GenAI for corporate operations, logistics and 30+ stores. Building resilient platforms and an internal AI knowledge assistant across thousands of documents.
SELECTED IMPACT
Turning technology into real results.
97–99%cloud adoption across Asia
150+regional programmes
~300AI models supported
1,000+staff AI / cloud certifications
CURRENT FOCUS · HKJEBN GROUP
Building a smarter, more connected business.
Cloud & infrastructure
Resilient, scalable platforms
Cybersecurity
Protecting people and operations
Business applications
Connected retail and logistics
GenAI & knowledge
Useful answers from company know-how
ACADEMIC CREDENTIALS & THOUGHT LEADERSHIP
A strong academic foundation.
PhD in Computer Science
The Hong Kong Polytechnic University; research in wireless localization.
HKUST Teaching
Computer science and engineering instructor, mentor and project supervisor.
Master of Business Administration
Completed
DBA Candidate
Swiss Business School · expected 2027.
ABOUT THE BOOK
Introduction to Wireless Localization
Wiley-IEEE Press
An accessible, practical guide to outdoor and indoor wireless positioning—from GPS and Wi-Fi fundamentals to building location-aware iPhone applications.
Explains signal propagation, line of sight and interference, with hands-on iOS examples for positioning, video streaming and conferencing.
Code examples and instructor slides accompany the book. It is written for graduate students, advanced undergraduates, engineers and researchers exploring wireless localization, mobile positioning and AI applications.
MY BELIEFS
People make change possible.
Trust multiplies impact
Great outcomes start with trust, respect and empowered teams.
Clarity turns complexity into action
A clear direction helps people make progress through uncertainty.
Learning keeps us ahead
Curiosity helps people and organisations adapt and grow.
Progress is shared
Technology creates value when people use it to solve real problems together.