On July 20, 2024, the prestigious “2024 Toronto Niche Business Summit: Pioneering Futures and Steering Tomorrow” was splendidly held at the Hilton Hotel in Markham, Toronto. This landmark event, diamond-sponsored by Amber Financial, was co-hosted by the Niche Club and Jiantian Financial Family Office, marking a significant convergence of industry leaders and innovators.
The summit commenced with a heartfelt welcome from Dr. Cui Jiantian, Chairman of the Niche Club and the summit’s organizing committee. Dr. Cui highlighted the forum’s goal to foster interdisciplinary collaborations among industry leaders, experts, scholars, investors, and innovators, covering crucial areas such as artificial intelligence, entrepreneurship, financial technology, education, immigration, and real estate challenges and opportunities.
The forum was graced by the presence of Professor Zhang Jiawei, a distinguished Canadian scholar and founder of the Niche Behavior Study Fund. Traveling from Vancouver, Professor Zhang enriched the discussions with his extensive research in niche behavioral studies, sharing insights that span across his numerous publications and books, such as “The Rise of the Niche” and “Silicon Valley Perspective – The Great Future Changes.”
The event featured a series of enlightening panels, starting with artificial intelligence where Alexander Cui of GPTZero, Tim Zhang of Dowill Holding, and Liu Yuhai of Next AI unveiled the latest advancements in AI technologies.
The entrepreneurship panel was illuminated by stories of success from Feng Zairong of Triforest Inc, Bob Liu of Greenlife Retirement Residence, Feng Jiande of Frontop Engineering Ltd, and Liu Qi of the Sino-German Innovation Research Institute, offering a tapestry of experiences that span the globe.
Financial insights were shared by esteemed leaders such as Cui Jiantian of Jiantian Financial Family Office, William Gu of WM Wealth Management, Yongtao Li of Boyuan Loans, and Audrey Liu of Amber Financial’s Toronto Branch, each providing a unique perspective on the evolving financial landscape.
The real estate segment provoked engaging discussions led by industry stalwarts Michael Mao of Morstone Architectural Group, Derrick Peng of Green Apple Company, and Wang Hao of Hao Law Firm, exploring the nuanced dynamics of the real estate market.
The summit concluded with a vibrant business networking cocktail reception, attended by nearly 400 illustrious business elites, fostering invaluable connections and exchanges. The evening culminated in an awards ceremony where accolades were bestowed by luminaries such as Dr. Cui Jiantian and Professor Zhang Jiawei, celebrating the contributions of individuals who have significantly shaped the industry landscape.
The cultural program of the evening was a resounding success, featuring classical performances that ranged from the serene melodies of Jiangsu folk songs to the passionate strokes of Chopin, delivered by virtuosos like Nova Wu, Andrew Bao, Zhen Kai Wu, Harvey Xu, and Wang Li. The evening also included a poignant charity initiative for the Canadian Chinese Heritage and Future Foundation, further highlighting the community’s commitment to philanthropy and cultural preservation.
As the diamond sponsor, Amber Financial proudly supported this summit, which not only served as a platform for discourse but also as a beacon for future collaborations in the Canadian MIC industry. We look forward to continuing our journey of innovation and excellence, steering towards new horizons alongside our esteemed partners and peers.
