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John Lau

Canadian businessman

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About John Lau

John Lau was a Canadian business executive.

John Ching Sung Lau was the former Chief Executive Officer and President of Husky Energy. Prior to joining Husky, he served in various senior executive roles in Cheung Kong (Holdings) and Hutchison Whampoa Limited group of companies.

Career John Lau took over the position as Chief Executive Officer and President of Husky Energy in 2000. He retired from Husky Energy in 2011 and continues to be advisor and consultant to global oil and gas companies.

Awards John Lau was a recipient of the Queen’s Golden Jubilee Medal, the Alberta Centennial Award, and the Saskatchewan Centennial Medal. He also received the Distinguished Service Award from the Province of Saskatchewan.

On 26 August 2000, John was named an honorary chief of the Frog Lake First Nation.

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University of Queensland

Frequently asked questions

Who was John Lau?

Canadian businessman

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John Lau was a business executive.

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John Lau was Canadian.

Sources & further reading

· Wikipedia: John Lau

· Wikidata: Q22918902

· DBpedia: John Lau

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