A Future in Finance and Tech, Built on Foundations of Family

Gerelt is a young year one student from Mongolia whose unique background and passion for economics and finance set him apart from his peers as he begins his journey at the University of Hong Kong.

He grew up in a loving environment, but one particular childhood memory has left an indelible mark on his life. Each morning, his mother would recite a poem during their car ride to school. Key lines from it became his guiding philosophy: “Through bites endured, the pup’s wolfish might. Obstacles embraced, the boy claims King’s glory.” These lines instilled in Gerelt the belief that every difficulty in life serves a purpose, who observes that, “Whenever I hit an obstacle or face some tough difficulties, I don’t sweat mistakes. They’re like signposts pointing me to something brighter down the road.”

Upon arriving at HKU, Gerelt faced his first unexpected challenge: the university graded on a curve. This was a departure from his expectations, but he saw it as just another obstacle to overcome. As a freshman studying economics and finance, Gerelt thoroughly enjoys his coursework, acknowledging that, “So far my studies have been going pretty smoothly because I chose this course out of my own interest.” That interest began when he started an online business in 2020, which he eventually had to suspend due to financial constraints. Despite the setback, he saw it as the first step in his entrepreneurial journey and a valuable learning experience.

Gerelt’s dream is to establish his own fashion brand, merging art and technology into a unique concept, while incorporating technology – and potentially trading assets or NFTs – into his brand. While he recognises this dream might be unconventional, he is ready to make unexpected choices.

Gerelt’s approach to success is different from most. He defines it as the sense of peace he experienced during his gap year – a feeling of being relaxed and free from the constraints of deadlines and obligations. He emphasises, “Success would mean something like how I felt during my gap year – a feeling of being relaxed.” For him, success lies in the process, not just the results.

Gerelt’s message to his future self is a reminder to stay true to his roots and always prioritise family, as they are the foundation of his success. He shares his wisdom, saying, “Just don’t forget about who you were and always take care of your family.”