HONG KONG -- Dr Cheung (46) began his career in the financial industry immediately following his graduation from the School of Finance and Economics at the Hong Kong University in the early 1980’s when he obtained an undergraduate degree and a doctorate in Finance and Economics. His early days in the industry were spent working for China Merchant Securities, and CCB International Securities.

As Head of Investment Analysis at The Woo Group, Dr. Cheung's role will involve the management of a large team of investment analysts developing strategic financial support for The Woo Group and its global client base. According to Dr Cheung, this 5 year contract will see him through to his retirement as he aims to retire at 51 years of age.

In addition Dr Cheung will be responsible for supporting his team through strategic planning processes and supporting the development and modeling of strategic initiatives, as well as interpreting and driving investment performance through analysis and insight, and educating and training others in financial best practice.

Commenting on his own appointment Dr Cheung said “The Woo Group is I believe the ideal environment me. I’m thrilled to have been appointed to this position within the company, and I look forward to commencing in my new role in August.” Dr Cheung’s start date with The Woo Group is scheduled for August 31st 2013.

Chief Executive Officer at The Woo Group Mr. Jason Woo said “We are growing rapidly as a company and it has become necessary for us to increase the size of our workforce. Dr Cheung has an excellent reputation here in Hong Kong, and I am delighted to welcome him to our team here at The Woo Group”.

About The Company

The Woo Group is privately owned and funded by the Woo family here in Hong Kong, we have no shareholders or investors.

The Woo Group was established in 2002 by the founding fathers Jon and Jason Woo, of the Hong Kong Woo family, whose enormous wealth and expertise in the financial industry ensured immediate success, which The Woo Group continues to enjoy today.

In its infancy The Woo Group employed only 15 members of staff, a number that has now grown to over 800 making The Woo Group the largest, not to mention most prestigious equity research house in Hong Kong.