Dr. Ravel Lai is a digital veteran with over 30 years of experience across retail, property, distribution, and manufacturing. His sector expertise spans consumer electronics, FMCG, fashion, F&B, and shopping malls, and he has a consistent track record of delivering digital innovation.
Currently Group Digital Director of Lee & Man Paper Manufacturing Limited (Stock Code: 02314), Dr. Lai leads the company’s digital transformation strategy across its multi-country operations. In this role, he oversees the full spectrum of IT governance, from infrastructure modernization and cloud migration to data analytics and enterprise system integration. He works closely with regional business heads to identify automation opportunities, streamline operational workflows, and embed digital capabilities into core manufacturing and supply chain processes. Beyond internal execution, Dr. Lai also drives the adoption of emerging technologies such as AI-driven quality control, IoT-enabled predictive maintenance, and real-time production monitoring, ensuring that Lee & Man Group not only adapts to industry shifts but actively sets new benchmarks in operational efficiency and sustainability. His leadership has been instrumental in building a future-ready digital culture, empowering cross-functional teams to embrace change and continuously innovate in an increasingly competitive global market.