Dadi Education Principal Catherine Chen Shortlisted to Represent Hong Kong at APEC BEST Award

Dadi Education proudly announced that its Principal, Ms. Catherine Chen, was officially shortlisted to represent Hong Kong, China at the prestigious APEC BEST Award 2025, a regional recognition program celebrating outstanding women entrepreneurs and leaders across the 21 APEC member economies.

The APEC BEST (Business Efficiency and Success Target) Award (https://www.apec.org/groups/som-steering-committee-on-economic-and-technical-cooperation/working-groups/policy-partnership-on-women-and-the-economy/apec-business-efficiency-and-success-target-award ) recognizes innovative, impactful, and socially responsible female-led businesses that contribute to inclusive growth and sustainable development. Ms. Chen’s nomination reflects her visionary leadership in early childhood and cultural education, as well as her longstanding commitment to cross-border collaboration and digital innovation in learning.

As the founding principal of Dadi Education Central, Ms. Chen has built a unique learning environment that integrates academic excellence with creativity, cultural heritage, and multilingual development. Under her leadership, Dadi Education has pioneered programs in Chinese and English literacy, arts education, and digital storytelling, serving both local and expatriate families in Hong Kong.

“It’s a great honor to be shortlisted to represent Hong Kong, China at the APEC BEST Award,” said Ms. Catherine Chen. “This recognition is not just personal. It reflects the hard work of our entire Dadi Education team and our shared belief in nurturing confident, curious, and culturally grounded learners. I hope to use this opportunity to amplify Hong Kong’s strengths in education innovation and women’s leadership across the Asia-Pacific.”

The APEC BEST Award 2025 was held virtually on November 7, featuring finalists from across the region presenting their stories to a jury of international experts, investors, and policymakers.