The Securities and Futures Commission is as an independent statutory body vested with the powers of administering the laws governing the securities and futures industry.  Its key objectives are to maintain orderliness of the securities and futures markets, promote the public's understanding of investing in these markets, protect the public from undue investment risks, supervise related intermediaries, and minimise systematic risks innate to the industry.  In line with its regulatory role, the SFC sets standards and screens and monitors market participants to ensure that they and their products meet standards.  While operating outside the civil service, the SFC is accountable to the Government.

Hong Kong Exchanges and Clearing Limited (HKEx) is the operator and holding company of the Hong Kong securities and derivatives markets and their associated clearing houses.  HKEx listed on its own market on 27 June 2000.

HKEx's mission is to operate a world-class securities and derivatives market.  As the Mainland’s international financial centre, HKEx is committed to assisting the formation of capital by Mainland issuers in the international market, to maintain an open and secure, fair, orderly, efficient and transparent market and to provide exchange services that comply with international standards and practices.

The Companies Registry ('the Registry') is responsible for administering and enforcing the provisions of the Companies Ordinance and related legislation.  Its primary functions include the registration of local and non-Hong Kong companies; the registration of statutory returns and documents required by the various ordinances administered by the Registry;  the provision of services and facilities for members of the public to inspect and obtain company information held on the various statutory registers;  the deregistration of defunct, solvent private companies;  and advising the Government on policy, regulatory and legislative issues regarding company law and related legislation, corporate governance and other matters affecting the commercial sector.

The Business Environment Council (BEC) is the longest running independent, private-sector non-profit organization in Hong Kong promoting corporate social and environmental responsibility.  Set up by business for business in 1989, BEC offers sustainable business solutions covering baseline assessment, advisory, research, training and award programs for companies across all sectors and at any stage of their corporate sustainability journey, Headquartered in our own building in Hong Kong, we have additional offices in Beijing and Shenzhen.  Our key focus areas include:

• Carbon footprinting audit
• CSR check and strategies
• Energy management and EMS audit
• Green building labeling
• Indoor air quality solutions
• Waste management and recycling solutions
• Environmental and CSR awards
• Staff development and training

CSR Asia is the leading provider of information, training, research and consultancy services on sustainable business practices in Asia.  Operating as a dynamic social enterprise, CSR Asia occupies the unique middle ground between civil society organisations and fully commercial consultancies.  This enables us to provide independent and cutting edge services and expert insight into the Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) issues facing companies in Asia.  CSR Asia builds capacity and promotes awareness of CSR in order to advance sustainable development across the region..

The Hong Kong General Chamber of Commerce, founded in 1861, with around 4,000 corporate members, is the oldest and largest business organization in Hong Kong. Our mission is to promote, safeguard and represent the interests of the local business community.  HKGCC is a self-funded, non-profit making organization, and is a leading voice in promoting Hong Kong as an international business center in the heart of Asia.  It acts as an international bridge, connecting Hong Kong business with the Chinese mainland and the rest of the world.

Website: http://www.chamber.org.hk

The Hong Kong Institute of CPAs is the only body authorized by law to register and grant practising certificates to certified public accountants in Hong Kong.  The Institute has more than 27,000 members and 12,000 registered students.  Members of the Institute are entitled to the description certified public accountant and to the designatory letters CPA.

The Hong Kong Institute of CPAs evolved from the Hong Kong Society of Accountants, which was established on 1 January 1973.

The Institute operates under the Professional Accountants Ordinance and works in the public interest.  The Institute has wide-ranging responsibilities, including assuring the quality of entry into the profession through its postgraduate CPA qualification programme and promulgating financial reporting, auditing and ethical standards in Hong Kong.  The Institute has responsibility for regulating and promoting efficient accounting practices in Hong Kong to safeguard its leadership as an international financial centre.

The Hong Kong Institute of CPAs is a member of The Global Accounting Alliance - an alliance of the world's leading professional accountancy bodies, which was formed in 2005.  The GAA promotes quality services, collaborates on important international issues and works with national regulators, governments and stakeholders.

The Hong Kong Securities Institute was officially formed in December 1997 as a professional body to raise the standards of securities and finance practitioners in Hong Kong.  In setting standards for professional excellence in Hong Kong, the HKSI offers a platform where individuals can gain the skills, and achieve the necessary professionalism and personal competence as they proceed towards further career advancement.

The HKSI provides continuous professional development by offering comprehensive examinations and an extensive programme of training courses and events.  Finance professionals can also benefit from HKSI membership programme which provides invaluable support and professional recognition from industry peers as well as substantial discounts on a variety of HKSI programmes.

The Hong Kong Institute of Directors ("HKIoD") is Hong Kong's premier body representing professional directors working together to promote good corporate governance to contribute towards advancing the status of Hong Kong, both in China and internationally.  A non-profit-distributing organisation with membership consisting of directors from listed and non-listed companies, HKIoD is committed to providing directors with educational programmes and information service and establishing an influential voice in representing directors.  With international perspectives and a multi-cultural environment, HKIoD conducts business in biliteracy and trilingualism.  Website: http://www.hkiod.com.

The Institute of Crisis and Risk Management (ICRM) is a professional institute comprising academic scholars, business leaders, experts, professionals, and entrepreneurs from different sectors in Hong Kong.  ICRM focuses on three main functional areas: education and training, and consultancy; research and cases development;  and professional programs, seminars and forums, and workshops.  ICRM delivers an innovative recognition, certification, and accreditation programs of "Certified Risk Planner" for leaders, executives, professionals and practitioners.  Please visit the website: www.icrmasia.com or email: info@icrmasia.com.