SINGAPORE, April 30, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- A report from www.1dai1lu.cn
In a world of reshaped supply chains, accelerating energy transition, and fast-moving technology cycles, cross-border investment is no longer won by the loudest thesis. It is won by the quiet work of making partnerships operable—legally, commercially, and institutionally—across jurisdictions.
That is the terrain where Dr. Joe (Yizhou) He has built his reputation. As Managing Director and China CEO of Australian Capital Equity (ACE), He works at the intersection of global capital and real-economy delivery. He is often brought in when a project's ambition is clear—but its path to execution is not.
"Opportunity is rarely the problem. Execution is," He said.
His perspective was shaped early, in situations where a deal could not rely on familiarity or momentum. As Fosun Group's Chief Middle East Representative, He led the full acquisition of AHAVA, an iconic Dead Sea cosmetics brand. The transaction was later recognized as a "2016 Cross-Border M&A Deal of the Year". Yet people close to the deal recall that the real test came after signing: aligning stakeholders across cultures, translating operating assumptions into a China-market plan, and turning a global brand into a locally scalable business.
That experience left He with a lasting discipline: cross-border success is decided by governance design—who owns what, how risk is shared, how standards are met, and how decisions are made when conditions change. It is a way of thinking that travels well from consumer brands to future industries, where compliance, verification, and audit readiness can determine whether a project scales—or stalls.
At ACE, He has applied that discipline to help steer a strategic shift toward new-economy and advanced-technology themes, aiming to align long-cycle capital with innovation-led sectors where productivity gains compound over time. For partners assessing Asia-Pacific opportunities, his approach begins with the questions investment committees ask first: decision rights, downside protection, and what can be verified early—then works backward to a structure that can be financed and operated across borders.
Where a single bilateral relationship is not enough, He has also helped build pragmatic collaboration models that connect multinationals with leading Chinese industrial partners. The goal is to let technology, standards, compliance, and financing progress in parallel—so that when a project reaches technical validation and investment approval, the remaining questions are operational, not existential. Colleagues describe this as "institutional translation": turning on-the-ground realities into decision-ready inputs for headquarters and investment committees.
This becomes especially tangible in energy-transition projects—where timelines are long, stakeholders are many, and verification is non-negotiable. He has been involved in renewable and storage cooperation—wind, solar, and battery assets—as well as pathways related to Sustainable Aviation Fuel (SAF). In these sectors, scaling often depends on certification, traceability, and audit readiness across multiple standards systems.
"Governance is what makes scale investable," He said.
Dr. He's cross-border experience also extends to emerging-market outbound strategies. He has supported Chinese technology companies exploring expansion into new markets, including parts of Africa, where execution depends on local stakeholder alignment, regulatory literacy, and resilient operating models. In these environments, he often returns to the same principle: governance is not paperwork at the end—it is a product that must be built from the start.
Alongside project work, He's leadership has been recognized across business and next-generation leadership platforms. He was named to Forbes China's 2025 "Most Influential Chinese — Top 100" selection. In 2023, he was honored in the APAC CEO of the Year Awards by APAC Insider.
About Dr. Joe (Yizhou) He
Dr. Joe (Yizhou) He is Managing Director and China CEO of Australian Capital Equity (ACE). He serves as an advisory board member of the W. P. Carey School of Business at Arizona State University and as an advisory committee member of CMC Capital Partners. He additionally holds industry appointments, including Vice Chairman of the China Association of Enterprises with Foreign Investment; Vice Chairman of the China International Chamber of Commerce for the Private Sector; a member of the China Investment Association; a committee member of the Entrepreneurship and Investment Professional Committee at the Shanghai Advanced Institute of Finance (SAIF); and a board director of the China-Australia Chamber of Commerce. He also serves as a board director of Shanghai Oriental Pearl Mobile TV Co., Ltd.
Dr. He holds a Doctor of Business Administration degree from Arizona State University, a Master of Philosophy in Management degree from the University of Cambridge, and a Bachelor of Economics degree from Sun Yat-Sen University.
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Dr. Joe (Yizhou) He: Turning Cross-Border Ambition into Operable Partnerships
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S.Pellegrino puts meaningful connection at the heart of its new global activation by transforming its iconic bottle into a series of thought-provoking questions, brought to life through Lewis Hamilton's unscripted conversation with lifelong friends
MILAN, April 30, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- S.Pellegrino®, the iconic premium Italian sparkling water, today announced the launch of its new global brand activation, 'Dinner Dialogues,' featuring legendary driver Lewis Hamilton. S.Pellegrino has long been associated with table – and all the life affirming and memorable experiences that happen around it. For this new activation, S.Pellegrino has transformed its iconic bottle label into a series of thought provoking questions that spark conversation, connection and shared experiences—encouraging everyone to bring their best selves to the table.
To view the Multimedia News Release, please click:
https://www.multivu.com/s_pellegrino/9395751-en-dinner-dialogues-lewis-hamilton-and-friends-bring-to-the-table
At the heart of the Dinner Dialogues activation is a memorable dinner that reunites Lewis Hamilton and 3 of his lifelong friends. Full of shared stories and moments of connection, inspired by the questions posed by the brand.
"I've always loved spending time around the table with my friends and family, but with my schedule, it's not easy to find the time as often as I'd like. Time passes so quickly, so to sit down with S.Pellegrino and some of my oldest friends and just let the conversation flow was really special," said Hamilton. "We reconnected over shared memories and even discovered a few new things about each other along the way. It's a reminder of how great it can be to get together, to chat openly and honestly, and that finding connections is something we should all prioritise."
"There is no place more genuine than the table – taking a seat alongside people you love, settling into an amazing meal, and sharing your most authentic selves. That's S.Pellegrino's truest brand belief, and I'm thrilled to see it come to life with Lewis Hamilton and his three lifelong friends in 'Dinner Dialogues'," said Elisa Gregori, Global Chief Growth Officer, Nestlé Waters and Premium Beverages. "Creating this experience with Lewis is an incredible opportunity to extend our passion for bringing people together, to connect more meaningfully with consumers around the world, and to show how S.Pellegrino elevates and transforms the experience at the table."
'Dinner Dialogues' is a captivating short documentary film of Lewis Hamilton engaging in an unscripted conversation with his closest childhood friends. Prompted by the very questions found on S.Pellegrino's new special edition bottles—like "what dream have you quietly kept alive"—their spontaneous exchanges, personal revelations, and never-before-heard stories show the power of S.Pellegrino to bring out the best in us and our connections, and inspire global audiences to engage in deeper, more meaningful experiences at the table.
The campaign film was directed by award-winning filmmaker Lana Wilson (produced by Capisco & Washington Square films) and developed by global creative agency Ogilvy. Lana Wilson: "For me, a great question cuts through the noise. It can move us past small talk and into something real - stories, memories, conversations that will stay with you forever. That's where connection really starts. That's what I want people to experience from the film."
Watch the full 'Dinner Dialogues' film here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=XoyvKfzfIak
S.Pellegrino will also host a series of real life, immersive 'Dinner Dialogue' experiences during the Miami Grand Prix weekend. The intimate dining experiences designed to bring people together around the table will take place in a specially crafted beachfront setting before moving on to Silverstone in July. S.Pellegrino will continue bringing its best to the table across major cultural events and branded experiences throughout the year, including at the Cannes Film Festival and S.Pellegrino's Young Chef Academy Competition events.
Consumers across global markets will also be able to participate in their own authentic 'Dinner Dialogues' experience by purchasing the limited edition S.Pellegrino bottles around the world across the rest of 2026.
About S.Pellegrino and Acqua Panna
S.Pellegrino, Acqua Panna and Sanpellegrino Italian Sparkling Drinks are international trademarks of Sanpellegrino S.p.A., which is based in Milan, Italy. Distributed in over 150 countries through branches and distributors on all five continents, these products represent quality, excellence by virtue of their origins and perfectly interpret Italian style worldwide as a synthesis of pleasure, health and well-being. Sanpellegrino, with its iconic products and a history of over 120 years is the leading company in Italy in the non-alcoholic beverage sector, offering a wide range of mineral waters, aperitifs, and soft drinks.
Sanpellegrino has always been committed to enhancing this primary good for the planet and works responsibly and passionately to ensure that this resource has a secure future.
S.Pellegrino puts meaningful connection at the heart of its new global activation by transforming its iconic bottle into a series of thought-provoking questions, brought to life through Lewis Hamilton's unscripted conversation with lifelong friends
MILAN, April 30, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- S.Pellegrino®, the iconic premium Italian sparkling water, today announced the launch of its new global brand activation, 'Dinner Dialogues,' featuring legendary driver Lewis Hamilton. S.Pellegrino has long been associated with table – and all the life affirming and memorable experiences that happen around it. For this new activation, S.Pellegrino has transformed its iconic bottle label into a series of thought provoking questions that spark conversation, connection and shared experiences—encouraging everyone to bring their best selves to the table.
To view the Multimedia News Release, please click:
https://www.multivu.com/s_pellegrino/9395751-en-dinner-dialogues-lewis-hamilton-and-friends-bring-to-the-table
At the heart of the Dinner Dialogues activation is a memorable dinner that reunites Lewis Hamilton and 3 of his lifelong friends. Full of shared stories and moments of connection, inspired by the questions posed by the brand.
"I've always loved spending time around the table with my friends and family, but with my schedule, it's not easy to find the time as often as I'd like. Time passes so quickly, so to sit down with S.Pellegrino and some of my oldest friends and just let the conversation flow was really special," said Hamilton. "We reconnected over shared memories and even discovered a few new things about each other along the way. It's a reminder of how great it can be to get together, to chat openly and honestly, and that finding connections is something we should all prioritise."
"There is no place more genuine than the table – taking a seat alongside people you love, settling into an amazing meal, and sharing your most authentic selves. That's S.Pellegrino's truest brand belief, and I'm thrilled to see it come to life with Lewis Hamilton and his three lifelong friends in 'Dinner Dialogues'," said Elisa Gregori, Global Chief Growth Officer, Nestlé Waters and Premium Beverages. "Creating this experience with Lewis is an incredible opportunity to extend our passion for bringing people together, to connect more meaningfully with consumers around the world, and to show how S.Pellegrino elevates and transforms the experience at the table."
'Dinner Dialogues' is a captivating short documentary film of Lewis Hamilton engaging in an unscripted conversation with his closest childhood friends. Prompted by the very questions found on S.Pellegrino's new special edition bottles—like "what dream have you quietly kept alive"—their spontaneous exchanges, personal revelations, and never-before-heard stories show the power of S.Pellegrino to bring out the best in us and our connections, and inspire global audiences to engage in deeper, more meaningful experiences at the table.
The campaign film was directed by award-winning filmmaker Lana Wilson (produced by Capisco & Washington Square films) and developed by global creative agency Ogilvy. Lana Wilson: "For me, a great question cuts through the noise. It can move us past small talk and into something real - stories, memories, conversations that will stay with you forever. That's where connection really starts. That's what I want people to experience from the film."
Watch the full 'Dinner Dialogues' film here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=XoyvKfzfIak
S.Pellegrino will also host a series of real life, immersive 'Dinner Dialogue' experiences during the Miami Grand Prix weekend. The intimate dining experiences designed to bring people together around the table will take place in a specially crafted beachfront setting before moving on to Silverstone in July. S.Pellegrino will continue bringing its best to the table across major cultural events and branded experiences throughout the year, including at the Cannes Film Festival and S.Pellegrino's Young Chef Academy Competition events.
Consumers across global markets will also be able to participate in their own authentic 'Dinner Dialogues' experience by purchasing the limited edition S.Pellegrino bottles around the world across the rest of 2026.
About S.Pellegrino and Acqua Panna
S.Pellegrino, Acqua Panna and Sanpellegrino Italian Sparkling Drinks are international trademarks of Sanpellegrino S.p.A., which is based in Milan, Italy. Distributed in over 150 countries through branches and distributors on all five continents, these products represent quality, excellence by virtue of their origins and perfectly interpret Italian style worldwide as a synthesis of pleasure, health and well-being. Sanpellegrino, with its iconic products and a history of over 120 years is the leading company in Italy in the non-alcoholic beverage sector, offering a wide range of mineral waters, aperitifs, and soft drinks.
Sanpellegrino has always been committed to enhancing this primary good for the planet and works responsibly and passionately to ensure that this resource has a secure future.
** This press release is distributed by PR Newswire through automated distribution system, for which the client assumes full responsibility. **
No Script, Just Stories: S.Pellegrino's 'Dinner Dialogues' Captures the Real, Genuine Bonds that Lewis Hamilton and His Friends Bring to the Table
