Alumni
All of our scholars become lifelong members of our diverse community of alumni who are passionate about advancing mutually beneficial and sustainable global trade. Together, they form the Hinrich Foundation Alumni Association (HFAA), where they connect with peers, learn from fellow HFAA members and experts, and take leadership roles in a shifting global trade landscape.
“With the Foundation’s support and the knowledge gained through EGMiM program, I am committed to fostering sustainable and inclusive practices in international trade.”
Germaine Aboud, Egypt
London School of Economics, Executive Global Master’s in Management, Class of 2026
Regional Head, Middle East & Africa, Tradeasia International
“I hope to close the world’s knowledge gap in global trade and empower business leaders with the confidence to globalize their businesses together with the Hinrich Foundation community.”
Helena Zeng, Canada
London School of Economics, Executive Global Master’s in Management, Class of 2026
Managing Director, China Bridge Capital & NextG Tech Fund”
“Storytelling humanises complex concepts, weaving compelling visions among stakeholders. With Hinrich Foundation’s support, I aspire to fuel my passion in communication - crafting and leading narratives that foster sustainable trade.”
Ruby Wong, China
NTU Wee Kim Wee School of Communication and Information, Singapore
Master of Media and Communication, Class of 2025
“My aspiration as a global trade leader is to drive digital economy growth through impactful communication, innovative strategies and sustainable practices.”
Lok Chan (Mavis), China
NTU Wee Kim Wee School of Communication and Information, Master of Media and Communication, Class of 2025
"I strive to make healthcare more accessible and affordable globally by promoting trade in healthcare and ensuring that the benefits of new innovations are shared amongst patients globally."
YPP - Associate Investment Officer. IFC World Bank, Washington, D.C, United States
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"Through the objectives of the Master of Global Trade program, I aspire to grow my career and become a leader in my company and communities where I can lead and contribute more to society."
Procurement Country Lead, Unilever Australia & New Zealand, Sydney Australia
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“It’s important to find the passion to be engaged in the smallest of unnamed, tedious jobs. It may sometimes become frustrating to achieve little things, but in their completion lies the key to achieving bigger things.”
Country Manager, Global Sources, Ho Chi Minh City, Vietnam
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"My world had never been so wonderful until I became a part of the big family of Hinrich Foundation."
Account Manager, Amazon, China
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“With the Foundation’s support and the knowledge gained through EGMiM program, I am committed to fostering sustainable and inclusive practices in international trade.”
Germaine Aboud, Egypt
London School of Economics, Executive Global Master’s in Management, Class of 2026
Regional Head, Middle East & Africa, Tradeasia International
“With the Foundation’s support and the knowledge gained through EGMiM program, I am committed to fostering sustainable and inclusive practices in international trade.”
Germaine Aboud, Egypt
London School of Economics, Executive Global Master’s in Management, Class of 2026
“With the Foundation’s support and the knowledge gained through EGMiM program, I am committed to fostering sustainable and inclusive practices in international trade.”
Germaine Aboud, Egypt
London School of Economics, Executive Global Master’s in Management, Class of 2026
Lifelong learning
Lifelong learning
The Hinrich Foundation supports continuing education and career success for our alumni and scholars through professional development talks, industry roundtables and trade briefings which provide opportunities to interact with senior trade business leaders and policy makers.
Leadership development
Leadership development
HFAA offers its members regular professional development seminars to enhance their leadership development.
HFAA provides opportunities for our alumni to step up and contribute their expertise, skills and experience to lead their alumni community through the Alumni Leadership Committee.
We are proud to partner with the Asia Institute of Mentoring to support our alumni leaders in developing their communication and active listening skills to help them develop the people in their industries and communities
Networking
Networking
Our growing community of alumni and scholars represents 30 countries across the globe. We encourage our alumni to extend their professional networks and engage with peers from various countries, programs and international trade sectors.
Throughout the year, HFAA Chapter Leaders host get-togethers for local members or those who are passing through to strengthen connections and exchange ideas. Country chapters span the globe, from Phnom Penh, Ho Chi Minh City, Hong Kong and Yangon, to Auckland, Washington, D.C., London and beyond.
Global Connect
Global Connect
Every year, alumni and scholars from around the world gather for HFAA Global Connect, an intensive and memorable weekend to enhance friendships, gain invaluable insights into important global trade issues and enhance their leadership skills.
Shaping the future
Shaping the future
We believe the most effective way to advance sustainable trade is to invest in people and education. Our alumni are achieving leadership positions in global trade, helping to solve trade problems and make trade more sustainable. They participate in the governance of the Hinrich Foundation and the selection of future scholars in our scholarship program.
For scholarship inquiries, please contact our Scholarship team.
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Questions?
Learn more about our alumni community by contacting our Alumni Relations Manager, Berlinda Gooi at alumni@hinrichfoundation.com.
