CFO of the CFOs

Stefano Passarello is a multifaceted entrepreneur, financier, and innovation mentor based in Hong Kong, with a strong presence across Asia and Europe. With extensive experience in entrepreneurship, angel investing, finance, and athletics, Stefano has established himself as a remarkable figure in the world of business.

As the founder of People & Projects (P&P) in 2006, Stefano scaled the accounting company to twelve offices, serving over 1500 clients. After the successful acquisition of P&P by Hawksford in 2018, Stefano ventured into a new endeavor by establishing Kapuhala Resorts, an innovative hospitality group with hotels, restaurants and fitness centre in Koh Samui, Sicily, and Hong Kong.

In 2021, Stefano was back in the corporate services business and founded Monx. Within a short time the ambitious accounting firm has already expanded to offices across Europe, Asia, the Middle East, and North America. With a vision of becoming the world's most efficient and customer-centric firm, Stefano's entrepreneurial acumen and commitment to excellence drive Monx towards achieving its ambitious goals.

Beyond his professional pursuits, Stefano actively contributes to the business community. He founded StartIT Asia in 2017, an innovative program organized by the Italian Consulate General in Hong Kong. He held key positions such as the Treasurer and Board of Directors of the Italian Chamber of Commerce Hong Kong, as well as a mentor at multiple accelerators, supporting emerging entrepreneurs in their journeys.  

Stefano has a strong passion in fitness, nutrition, and biohacking and he continues to share it through the guests at Kapuhala Resorts. As an accomplished multi-sport athlete and advocate of a plant-based lifestyle, he has achieved remarkable feats, including holding the Standard Chartered Marathon record in Hong Kong and breaking the AG world record in the marathon split at the Ironman World Championship.