Liam Gilligan

Liam Gilligan is a seasoned business innovator with 15 years of experience in innovation, product development, business development, strategy, and human-centered design.

He currently serves as a member of SC Ventures and heads Standard Chartered Bank's Hong Kong eXellerator, an innovation lab focused on accelerating customer-centric solutions.

Liam is the co-chair of the Innovation & Design Committee at the Hong Kong Fintech Association, showcasing his strong involvement in the Fintech sector.

Prior to his current roles, Liam held key positions at renowned organizations such as Commonwealth Bank of Australia and Telstra, where he led innovation labs, product development, service design, and business operations.

Liam's expertise spans across innovation, product development, service design, business development, operational performance management, multi-channel sales, stakeholder management, business planning, and organizational development.

He has a solid educational background, holding certificates in Applied AI from Deakin University and Disruptive Strategy from Harvard Business School, along with a degree in Commerce and Information Technology from The Australian National University.

Throughout his career, Liam has demonstrated a profound understanding of technology and its disruptive nature, coupled with a strategic mindset that aids in driving corporate strategies and commercial approaches.

Liam's track record of creating, building, and growing new businesses, as well as his ability to see the bigger strategic picture, positions him as a valuable asset in any innovative and dynamic environment.