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Katy Lau

Head of Legal & Compliance

Tencent (TPP Investments)

With over 13 years of experience in the legal industry, Katy Lau has consistently demonstrated intellectual curiosity, commercial awareness, and ambition. As a key member of White & Case's private equity practice, she introduced cornerstone clients and referred the largest client file across Asia-Pacific offices, generating over USD9 million in billing revenue. Her innovative approach to legal and compliance work has earned her two outstanding employee awards, and she has played a crucial role in reforming insider trading policy and managing the aftermath of Silicon Valley Bank's sudden closure.

As the legal head of a business unit of a large Chinese tech giant, she maintains a balanced approach in setting legal and compliance standards. She has been instrumental in revamping legal and operational policies and procedures, thereby improving corporate governance and fund performance.

Her contributions extend beyond her work, with a keen interest in Lawtech and Regtech. She is a member of the LITE Lab/ TCLP Climate Clause Project and has been an advisory member of two committees of the Office of Communication Authority. She is also an active advocate for diversity, equity, and inclusion, serving as an Advisory Council member of The Women’s Foundation and The Federation of Women Lawyers.

Endorsed by peers for her deep knowledge of private equity funds and transactional legal work, she continues to provide practical advice and demonstrate leadership in the legal industry.