🎥 We didn’t just talk about transformation - we felt it. 

You can’t fake real connection.
And at this year’s ICF Hong Kong Chapter 15th Anniversary Flagship Event, it was everywhere.

We came. We spoke. We hugged strangers.
Black Dog Consultants were proud sponsors and speakers this year and we loved every minute. 

✨ 18 global thought leaders
🔥 Keynotes that made us pause
⚡ Breakout labs with real a-ha moments
💬 150+ bold, curious, change-hungry humans

From the first handshake to the final hug, this was time well spent. 

We didn’t just show up.
We listened. We learned.
And we left charged with possibility.

🖤 To the ones we met: thanks for the sparks.

Want to work with us? Connect at www.blackdog-consultants.com 

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