It is my great honour to be elected as the Chairman of the Housing Managers Registration Board.

Established under the Housing Managers Registration Ordinance (Cap. 550) of Hong Kong, the Housing Managers Registration Board is a statutory body responsible for formulating and reviewing the qualification standards for Registered Professional Housing Managers, as well as regulating the professional conduct of practitioners in accordance with the law. The professional qualifications of Registered Professional Housing Managers are widely recognised by the industry. Such accreditation serves as a concrete demonstration of professional competence and an important hallmark of industry authority, fully reflecting the significance of the Board’s work and the solid foundation laid by our predecessors over the past two decades.

Housing management is an essential component in maintaining the stable operation of the city, covering a wide range of professional functions including risk assessment, financial management and service coordination. I firmly believe that professional value is embodied not only in regulatory requirements but also in practical implementation. The Board will continue to build professional consensus, enhance the overall capacity of the industry through pragmatic measures, and further strengthen public confidence in the housing management profession.

With the rapid advancement of artificial intelligence and smart management technologies, property management in Hong Kong has evolved beyond traditional models. Registered Professional Housing Managers must keep pace with the times and leverage technology to improve decision-making efficiency and service quality. The Board will also continue to promote continuing professional development, encouraging practitioners to acquire digital skills in line with emerging industry trends.

Looking ahead, we will fully leverage internal synergy within the Board, foster shared goals and strengthen accountability, so as to deliver in-depth and solid progress in all our endeavours. With unity of purpose and clear direction, we will steadily refine the registration regime for Registered Professional Housing Managers and support the high-quality and sustainable development of the industry.

During my term of office, I will adopt a humble and pragmatic approach, work closely with fellow Members to prioritise key initiatives, and continue to listen to the views of stakeholders to ensure that regulatory reforms are closely aligned with practical industry needs. I sincerely invite all of you to continue to contribute your professional expertise, offer valuable advice and provide oversight, enabling the Board to continuously enhance its professional credibility and usher in a new era of effective and long-term value development for the housing management sector in Hong Kong.

Cheung Yuk Lung, Ivan

Chairman

Housing Managers Registration Board