Chief Executive Officer
Laurie is the Founder and Chief Executive Officer of Vega Global. He humbly started his career in 1980 as a sales executive selling projectors to different Hong Kong schools. With his ambition and hard work, he founded Vega Technology Ltd. in 1986, which began as a local distributor of audiovisual equipment. Over the years, Vega rapidly grew as a critical distribution agency for international AV and IT manufacturers. In 2010, Laurie started to bring the business globally and endeavoured to expand Vega's operations in the global setting. That same year, Vega established offices in Singapore and Japan, which triggered its rapid growth across APAC and Europe. Today, Vega has a comprehensive network of more than 600 professionals working across 20+ offices in 16+ counties. With his extensive sales experience and a keen eye on business development, Laurie has led Vega to become one of the largest AV and IT solutions Provider in APAC.
Deputy CEO
Matthew is a seasoned senior executive with more than 20 years of management experience within the professional services industry. His career started in Project Management and progressed to in-house project delivery of corporate real estate and IT projects through to regional sales and business development. His focus is on business management, business strategy, client engagement, new business development, sales management and account management with multinational clients throughout the APAC regions.
Matthew has extensive global experience, with a deep understanding of doing business in the Asia Pacific region where he has been based for most of his life. He utilises strong leadership and man-management to develop and implement strategic plans and attract, coach and guide successful teams within the organisation.
As Vega Global's deputy CEO, Matthew is responsible for the business's running and growth globally. Through his strong management background, he closely works with the executive leadership team and country managers to align the strategic objectives, ensuring all of Vega's efforts are delivered consistently in a tangible, efficient, and effective manner.
Chief Operating Officer
Paul has 25 years of experience working in the technology industry and has overseen some of Asia's most significant projects. He is conversant in communication technology systems' fundamental principles across multiple engineering disciplines, knowledge levels, and is a BICSI Registered Communications Distribution Designer (RCDD).
He is experienced in leading and building teams, formulating & managing annual budgets over multiple projects, and inspiring staff to fulfil their potential. He is also a seasoned communicator with the board-level executive. A veteran hospitality expert involved in designing and installing technology systems in many of Macau's Integrated Resorts. In 2007 he led the IT, AV and Guest Room Entertainment design for Wynn Macau followed by Melco, City of Dreams for casino experts JBA Consulting Engineers. In 2012, he became a founding partner of Coherent Technology Consulting Limited, a company specialising in audiovisual design with offices in Macau, Hong Kong and Las Vegas. In 2015 Paul lead the technology installation for Wynn Palace Macau, Wynns largest and most ambitious project to date.
As Vega Global's COO, Paul is central to restructuring and transforming its business operations, improving efficiency, and building upon the Vega's strong foundation for achieving growth.
Chief Financial Officer
Kenny WaiCFA CPA is a seasoned senior executive with over 20 years of management experience in top financial institutions. Before joining Vega, he was the Co-head of Sales for the Greater China market in Morgan Stanley Private Wealth Management. He worked in UBS in various executive roles, including Country Head for Hong Kong and Desk Head for both Hong Kong and China Market. Before joining UBS, Kenny was the compliance officer at Merrill Lynch Asia Pacific.
Kenny started his career with Ernst & Young, CPA. He is a CFA Charterholder and a qualified accountant in Hong Kong, Australia, and the UK
As Vega Global’s CFO, Kenny is managing the financial actions of Vega Group to optimize its financial performance including its reporting, liquidity, and return on investment.
Executive Director, Greater China
Molly is an established Senior Executive with over 20 years of experience in the AV and IT Industry. She joined Vega in 1997 as Sales Manager handling clients in the education industry. In 2000, she developed various sales strategies, leading to Vega's acquisition of several projects in the banking and finance sectors. That same year, she was promoted as the Executive Director for Vega Technology Ltd.
With Molly's dedication and the right ear for business, she became one of the key figures to drive Vega's development to the different vertical markets. Vega remains the preferred partner of enterprises and Fortune Global 500 companies to fulfil their Audiovisual, Conferencing, and Collaboration technology requirements.
Molly also plays a crucial role in Vega's globalisation efforts and is actively involved in overseeing the Greater China's operations while keeping her hands on the headquarters' sales and marketing strategies.