We are pleased to share the good news that, as of October 1, 2024, the Board of Directors of SG Group has resolved to appoint Kris Du, General Manager of Speak Low, as the Junior Managing Partner of SG Group, effective November 1, 2024.
这之后，Kris 将以 SG Group 初级管理合伙人(Junior Managing Partner) 的身份，参与公司战略决策与运营，优先以集团的整体发展与利益进行管理。
In this role, Kris will serve as the Junior Managing Partner of SG Group, actively participating in the company's strategic decision-making and operations. He will prioritize the overall development and interests of the group in his management approach.
关于 Kris Du
About Kris Du
Kris在十八岁时开始了他的调酒生涯。经过四年在广州的工作，他于2015年搬到上海，加入了Speak Low团队。在Shingo Gokan和Atsushi Suzuki的指导下，他接受了专业培训。经过三年的努力，Kris于2018年初成为了Speak Low的经理，成为年轻一代调酒师中的佼佼者。他深刻理解款待的真谛，运用自己的所有技能，努力让每个瞬间都变得完美。Kris在餐饮行业有着强烈的抱负，而Speak Low是他投入时间最长的地方。
Kris took up bartending career in his early eighteenth. After 4 years working in Guangzhou, he moved to Shanghai and joined the team at Speak Low in 2015. Kris was taught under the leadership of Shingo Gokan and Atsushi Suzuki. After his hard working of 3 years, in early 2018, Kris became the manager of Speak Low and a senior mixologist among the young generation. Kris is very attached to the real meaning of hospitality, using all his skills to make the most of every moment. He has a strong ambition in Food and Beverage industry and Speak Low is the longest place he has ever dedicatted to.
AWARDS
- In 2016, Speak Low ranked 2nd in Asia’s 50 Best Bars, 15th in World’s 50 Best Bars.
- In 2017, Speak Low ranked 2nd in Asia’s 50 Best Bars, 10th in World’s 50 Best Bars.
- In 2018, Speak Low ranked 3rd in Asia’s 50 Best Bars, 20th in World’s 50 Best Bars.
- In 2019, Speak Low ranked 7th in Asia’s 50 Best Bars, 35th in World’s 50 Best Bars.
- In 2020, Speak Low ranked 19th in Asia’s 50 Best Bars.
- In 2021, Speak Low ranked 32th in Asia’s 50 Best Bars.
我们衷心感谢Kris在过去七年中对团队的卓越领导。他的才华与努力不仅使Speak Low在酒吧界占据了举足轻重的地位，也推动了鸡尾酒文化的发展，并使他自己晋升为集团的初级管理合伙人。有了他的加入，我们对Speak Low和SG Group的未来充满期待！
We sincerely appreciate Mr Kris’s outstanding leadership over the past seven years. His talent and hard work have not only positioned Speak Low as a significant player in the bar industry but have also contributed to the advancement of cocktail culture. Additionally, his efforts have led to his promotion as a junior managing partner within the group. With his presence, we are thrilled about the bright future ahead for Speak Low and SG Group!
最后来一点不那么正式的：看看Kris怎么说👇
