Ed Wong is a visionary human resources leader with a distinguished career marked by his ability to drive transformative talent strategies and align organizational goals with human capital excellence across global industries. Known for his sharp business acumen and passion for fostering sustainable growth, Ed has dedicated his career to empowering employees to realize their full potential while equipping organizations with the capabilities needed to thrive in competitive and evolving markets. Ed began his HR career in executive search, honing his expertise in identifying and cultivating top-tier talent. This foundational experience paved the way for his transition into regional HR leadership roles at multinational corporations, where he consistently delivered impactful results. At adidas, he spearheaded the transformation of the Asia Pacific and Greater China Talent Acquisition function, unifying fragmented operations into a cohesive, business-aligned strategy. His work streamlined cross-border hiring processes for commercial, design, and global operations teams, enhancing efficiency and elevating the candidate experience during a critical phase of regional expansion. His success at adidas led him to Starbucks Asia Pacific, where he played a pivotal role during a period of exponential growth. Tasked with building the Talent Acquisition Center of Excellence from the ground up, Ed designed a scalable recruitment framework that supported 14 diverse markets across company-owned, joint venture, and licensed partnership models. His leadership ensured the organization could rapidly adapt to market demands while maintaining a consistent employer brand and talent readiness amid aggressive commercial and operational scaling.From there, Ed joined Marriott International in an expanded role to lead talent management for their Asia Pacific business, supporting over 900 properties and headquarters locations across the continent.In his current dual role as General Manager, Human Resources for RGE (Hong Kong) and Head of Greater China Talent Acquisition Center of Excellence, Ed leads HR strategy for the company’s Hong Kong operations while directing a regional talent hub designed to attract and retain top talent.