Hong Wei Liao
Chairman
Botrich Family Wealth Heritage and Development Center
Toronto, Ontario, Canada
About Hong Wei Liao
Hong Wei Liao is a business executive and philanthropist based in Toronto, Canada. She is the Chairman of the Botrich Family Wealth Heritage and Development Center and President of Respon Holding Inc. She has over 15 years of leadership experience in international business, with a focus on wealth services and community engagement.
Liao founded Botrich to serve high-net-worth clients through financial planning, legal consulting, wellness education, and philanthropy. Under her leadership, the organization has grown across Canadian provinces and built a global client network. Botrich regularly hosts events and lectures on topics such as taxation, health, and family legacy.
She has been involved with the Canada Youth Funding Association (CYFA) for more than a decade, serving as its Life Honorary Chair. Through CYFA, she supports youth development by organizing business proposal competitions, mentorship programs, and public lectures on innovation and leadership.
Liao has led multiple international delegations for academic and business exchange, including with Central South University in China. She holds a Master’s degree in Management and is active in cross-border partnerships between North America and Asia.
Her work has been recognized with several awards, including the King Charles III Coronation Medal (2025), the Queen Elizabeth II Platinum Jubilee Award (2022), and the Queen Elizabeth II Diamond Jubilee Medal (2013). She is also recognized by UNICEF and Canadian government bodies for her volunteer and philanthropic contributions.
Liao continues to focus on youth education, women’s leadership, and international investment through her roles at Botrich and Respon Holding.
Areas of Focus
Career Background
Respon Holding Inc.
Botrich Family Wealth Heritage and Development Center
Education
University
Media
Press
A Life of Quiet Impact: Hong Wei Liao on Legacy, Leadership, and Lifting Others - CEOWORLD magazine
Read the full article ›Hong Wei Liao Awarded the King Charles III Coronation Medal for Outstanding Community Excellence
Read the full article ›Winnie Hong Wei Liao Invited to Deliver Key Speech at 2025 CYFA Business Proposal Competition Recruitment - IssueWire
Read the full article ›Awards & Recognition
- King Charles III Coronation Medal – Outstanding Community Excellence, Issued 2025
- Queen Elizabeth II Platinum Jubilee Award, Issued 2022
- Queen Elizabeth II Diamond Jubilee Medal, Issued 2013
- Global Women of Excellence Award, Issued 2023
- Ontario Provincial 10-Year Service Award, Issued 2024
- UNICEF Recognition – Philanthropic Support, Issued 2023 & 2024
- Member of Parliament Recognition – Community and Leadership Contributions, Issued 2023
Charities & Volunteering
- UNICEF – Supporter and donor
- Canada Youth Funding Association (CYFA) – Ongoing involvement in mentorship, education, and youth programs
- North America United Global Women’s Association – Supporter and advocate for women’s leadership and empowerment
Boards & Memberships
- Canada Youth Funding Association (CYFA) – Life Honorary Chair
- Central South University Alumni Association – Lifetime Honorary President
Frequently Asked Questions
What does Hong Wei Liao do?
Hong Wei Liao is Chairman of the Botrich Family Wealth Heritage and Development Center and President of Respon Holding Inc. She has over 15 years of leadership experience in international business, focusing on wealth services and community engagement.
What is Hong Wei Liao known for?
She is known for founding Botrich to serve high-net-worth clients through financial planning, legal consulting, wellness education, and philanthropy, and for her long involvement with the Canada Youth Funding Association as Life Honorary Chair. She has received honors including the King Charles III Coronation Medal and the Queen Elizabeth II Platinum Jubilee Award.
Where is Hong Wei Liao based?
Hong Wei Liao is based in Toronto, Ontario, Canada.
Where did Hong Wei Liao study?
Hong Wei Liao holds a Master's degree in Management.
Who does Hong Wei Liao work for?
Hong Wei Liao works for the Botrich Family Wealth Heritage and Development Center, where she serves as Chairman, and also serves as President of Respon Holding Inc.
Last updated July 23, 2026