People
Sonny Wong, creative director
A self-confessed busybody, Sonny’s strategic and creative sensibilities have found their way into many initiatives. From award-winning advertising campaigns to major events to product development to business startups, Sonny is a leadership and values driven individual who brings his unique insights to any project. Socially and environmentally motivated, he is learning to reconcile his job as a marketer (which encourages people to consume more) with his sustainability tendencies, and admits it’s an ongoing struggle. In his spare time, when he has any, he cycles and is a collector of people and ideas. Personal quote: “I love to communicate, albeit I don’t talk much.”
Iris Chen, account manager
Curious and passionate, the acquisition of new knowledge and experiences has been the main driving force for Iris throughout her life and career. An effective compassionate leader, she enjoys working with a cross-functional team and finds the challenge satisfying yet intriguing. At Hamazaki Wong, she works with clients directly and makes sure projects are on budget, on time, and on strategy. A voracious reader with the ability to read in several languages, Iris’ library collections are far and wide — from philosophy, documentary, science fictions, to mystery novels. She appreciates nature, arts and culture, and balances her over-active brain with travel, long walks and yoga.
Stewart Wong
With 15 years in the advertising industry, Stewart has honed his skills and has become a triple threat. He can manage the production of a job like Baryshnikov can dance, he can manage media like Sinatra can croon and he can manage a client like De Niro can act. Ironically, he can’t dance, sing or act……….ok maybe he can act a little, he’s been know to play practical jokes over the phone. His passions include hockey, cycling, guitars, food and wine, and travelling. When not engaging in work or hobbies, he is a slave to his two daughters who pretty much run his life. Personal quote: “I may be a slave now but one day, I will have two servants”
Michael Wong
“Impeccable, geek, well-organized, creative … ” These are just some of the words to describe our veteran designer. With over two decades of experience in all aspects of design, Michael is passionate about all things creative and loves to share his passion with others. Along the way he has also developed an interest and expertise in photography, illustration, web design and social media. It’s truly old school training meeting the digital age. Whether traditional or new, Michael’s currency with the entire spectrum of tools and applications allows him the latitude to create award-winning creative. Michael is also passionate about coffee and often muses, “What makes coffee so good, and why does coffee often smell better than it tastes? How do I make my coffee better?” If one day you see Michael in a café as a barista, don’t be surprise!
Carol Li
学理工，做编辑，搞设计，写文案，看似不着边际，其实环环紧扣：逻辑和文字训练加艺术熏陶成就了文字——与设计结合，用来在营销市场中取胜的文字。很幸运，能在中西文化的魔幻空间中把玩文字游戏，让事业和兴趣完美结合。
Carol’s studies in engineering belie her abilities in writing and design, but for her they’re all complementary. Carol has worked as an editor for one of China’s largest publishing houses and has trained and worked in graphic design, making her doubly talented. At Hamazaki Wong, Carol’s principal role is as a copywriter where logic and the art of the word (or Chinese character) converge as wordplay that demands excellent design. Carol’s passion for juggling words and concepts betwixt Eastern and Western cultures is both a professional and personal interest.
Ted Barrett
Following a long career with the worldwide multinational Unilever, in sales and marketing, Ted joined the company when it was located in a cramped downtown office. From a large structure to a small one, he has learned that working with a smaller organization is quite different, and much more enjoyable. Ted is experiencing a second career as it were, and he recommends everyone should change careers during their working life. He enjoys reading, time with family and the joys derived from the budding acting and singing activities of his granddaughter. Not to exclude the other cuisines, he does particularly enjoy Chinese and Italian food, in that order!
