QI Group isn’t your typical multinational conglomerate. Sure, it boasts a sprawling network of offices across 30 countries, with its influence reaching into education, travel, entrepreneurship, and lifestyle solutions. But beneath the veneer of a global giant lies a company deeply invested in the communities it serves, fostering partnerships and initiatives that empower local populations.
Where Is the QI Group Headquarters?
QI Group is headquartered in the heart of Hong Kong’s bustling Kwun Tong district, and its story is intricately woven with the city’s rise. Founded in 1998, the company emerged during a period of immense economic dynamism. Hong Kong, having transitioned from a British colony to a special administrative region of the People’s Republic of China, offered a unique blend of stability and growth — the perfect breeding ground for QI Group’s entrepreneurial spirit.
But why Hong Kong? The answer lies in the city’s strategic positioning. As a vital bridge between mainland China’s burgeoning consumer market and the international business world, Hong Kong provides QI Group with a launchpad for global expansion.
It’s a springboard from which the company can effectively manage its diverse portfolio, stretching from Southeast Asia to the Middle East. Beyond location, Hong Kong’s robust legal framework, skilled multilingual workforce, and well-established financial system create a nurturing environment for businesses of all sizes.
Building a Better Future
QI Group recognises that true success goes beyond the bottom line, and its behavior in the cities it operates in reflects this mindset. Through its RYTHM Foundation — Raise Yourself To Help Mankind, the company actively invests in social impact initiatives that address critical challenges faced by local communities. One such initiative is the partnership with Parinaama Development Foundation in eastern India. QI Group’s RYTHM Foundation won accolades for its work with Parinaama in 2021, taking home a Silver award at the CSR Times Awards that year.
This collaboration aims to empower over 10,000 women by equipping them with the technical and business skills needed to establish and run their own microenterprises. The work is done in conjunction with the local government and a network of nongovernmental organisations.
QI Group’s commitment to social responsibility extends beyond its borders. The company is a proud partner of the World Economic Forum, a prestigious organisation that convenes global leaders to discuss pressing issues facing the world.
Through this collaboration, QI Group plays a vital role in shaping conversations and finding solutions to some of today’s biggest challenges, including the future of work and the importance of diversity and inclusion in the workplace. QI Group has been a member of the WEF for over a decade, attending its high-profile meetings in Davos, Switzerland, annually. The most recent meeting, held earlier this year, saw two directors from QI Group’s board participate.
QI Group sees its work with WEF as a way to help shape the “platform for the foremost political, business, cultural and other leaders of society to shape global, regional and industrial agendas collaboratively,” and as such sees its participation as “shaping a better world.”
Locally Rooted
QI Group’s vast network of offices isn’t just about geographical reach; it’s about establishing deep roots in each location. The company understands that a one-size-fits-all approach doesn’t work in a globalised world. By fostering partnerships with local organisations and institutions, QI Group tailors its solutions to address the specific needs of each community.
The company participates in global think tank Horasis, a “community that explores, defines, and implements trajectories of sustainable growth, providing strategic foresight to public and private entities who dream of growing into global organisations.”
Meetings for this endeavor have taken place in Asia, Europe, and the United States, showing its true global reach.
QI Group is also part of the Kingsley Strategic Institute for Asia Pacific in Malaysia. KSI is an independent research institute that promotes “thought leadership, economic cooperation, and strategic thinking focussing on regional cooperation, [Association of Southeast Asian Nations] strategy and leadership,” all things QI Group can help provide in spades.
KSI is also the secretariat for the prestigious Economic Club of Kuala Lumpur and as a member, QI Group Executive Chairman Vijay Eswaran is part of a distinguished panel of government ministers, CEOs, and thought leaders who gather to promote discussions and debate economic policies, as well as to share insights about major challenges facing the nation and the ASEAN region.
QI Group’s commitment to local partnerships isn’t just about philanthropy; it’s a business, after all.
That commitment is a strategic approach that benefits both the company and the communities it serves. By empowering local talent, promoting innovation, and fostering sustainable practices, QI Group positions itself as a responsible corporate citizen, building trust and goodwill within communities. This, in turn, translates to a more sustainable and profitable business model in the long run. The proverbial virtuous circle, if you will.
QI Group’s story is a testament to the power of global collaboration when done right. By combining its vast resources and expertise with the unique strengths of local communities, the company isn’t only building a successful business, but also making a positive impact on the world. As QI Group embarks on the next chapter of its journey, one thing is certain: Its commitment to local communities will remain a cornerstone of its success.
