EVENT RECAP | Tencent Cloud Seminar, July 12th

On July 12th, 2024, Tencent Cloud, with the support of the China-Italy Chamber of Commerce (CICC) successfully co-hosted a seminar themed “Accelerate Your Business Growth With Tencent Cloud Ecosystem” in a hybrid format, both online and offline, at Tencent Cloud Office in Shanghai.

The event saw the participation of almost 30 people offline and 20 online, through our platform. It was moderated by Valtero Canepa, General Manager of Bracco Sine and Coordinator of the CICC Healthcare Working Group, and Carlotta Godio, General Manager of FLATMIND Video Productions and Vice Coordinator of the CICC Italian Quality Lifestyle Council Working Group. The seminar was a significant gathering that aimed to bridge Italian companies in China with the innovative capabilities of the Tencent Ecosystem and Tencent Cloud.

The event started with an insightful presentation by Fred Sun 孫暢, General Manager of Europe Tencent Cloud International. His session, titled “Tencent and Weixin Ecosystem Introduction”, delved into the vast and dynamic ecosystem of Tencent and its Weixin (commonly, known as “WeChat” outside of China) platform. He discussed the integration capabilities of Tencent Cloud, showcasing how its advanced technology infrastructure supports innovation and efficiency in both the Healthcare and Smart Retail sectors.

Following Fred Sun’s introduction, Gabrio M. Giorcelli, Sr. Strategy Sales Manager for Southern Europe at Tencent Cloud International, took the stage to further elaborate on Tencent’s robust organizational structure. He explained that Tencent is structured into six core business groups, each focusing on distinct areas of expertise, thereby driving the company’s overall success. Mr. Giorcelli highlighted Tencent’s evolution into a world-leading internet and technology company, emphasizing its commitment to innovation and excellence.

Among the following interventions, Sean Wang 王星, Senior Solution Architect for Pharma at Tencent Healthcare, showcased how Tencent uses its communications and social network platforms to deliver value. He introduced the next-generation engagement system (NGES) in Weixin, enhancing healthcare professional (HCP) engagement through verified online meetings and personalized content. He also highlighted Tencent Healthcare’s mini-programs and medicine box, combining connectivity and AI to revolutionize healthcare experiences.

The final speaker, Yitian Lu 卢倚天, Senior Solution Architect at Tencent Smart Retail, focused on a “people-centric model” within the Weixin (WeChat) ecosystem. She described Weixin(WeChat) as a super-connector that links people, content, and services seamlessly. Lu introduced the concept of the smart store, which leverages digital and innovative solutions to create flagship retail experiences. She also discussed Tencent’s blockchain traceability and authentication solutions, emphasizing their role in ensuring product authenticity and building consumer trust.

The event finally ended with a lively Q&A session, where attendees had the opportunity to engage directly with the speakers in a very interesting discussion. They answered a range of questions, providing further insights and clarifications on the presented topics.

At the end of the seminar, attendees enjoyed a networking aperitif which enhanced the event and facilitated meaningful connections among industry peers and Tencent representatives and to who we extend our sincere gratitude.

We want to extend sincere thanks to Tencent Cloud for hosting the event and for their cooperation. Thanks to both moderators, Carlotta Godio and Valtero Canepa, who offered to provide their professionalism for the smooth conduct and management of the event and last but not least, a special thanks to all the speakers for providing extremely interesting discussion topics regarding the work of Tencent Cloud.