With nearly 20 years of experience in the hospitality industry, Derek has cultivated a profound understanding of global wine trends and professional knowledge in the food and beverage field. Despite the wide recognition he received across the industry, Derek never stopped learning, in hopes of sharing interesting stories behind the wines and exploring the beauty of wine and food pairing with the guests. Derek was awarded as the Best Sommelier in Greater China 2015 by Sopexa Hong Kong and he is a holder of both Wine and Spirit Education Trust (W.S.E.T) Level 4 Diploma in Wines and Spirits and Advance Sommelier issued by the Court of Master Sommeliers (CMS). Derek is the first person in Hong Kong to successfully pass all components of the prestigious Master Sommelier exam—including Theory, Tasting, and Practical—within just two exam cycles. Beyond his own accomplishments, he is deeply committed to nurturing the next generation of sommeliers by actively organizing training sessions. Additionally, he is a WSET Certified Educator, sharing his expertise to inspire and educate others in the field.