A marketer by training, Linda has always been a fitness fanatic. She took the plunge and started her own business, a barre studio. Barre brings together ballet technique, yoga, pilates and strength training in an invigorating workout. What’s your story?I’m an Australian born Chinese, residing in Singapore over the last …
Read More »Grace Chong, Founder of Active Grace
Grace Chong is the founder of Active Grace skincare. In her free time, she loves to spend time with her daughter. What’s your story?I am Grace Chong, founder of Active Grace Pte Ltd.Along the way to who I am today, life was full of drama and miracles. I grew up …
Read More »Robin Lim, Co-Founder of Made Real
Fresh out of Junior College and inspired by personal struggles with body-image, Robin started an awareness campaign which developed into a profitable start-up. What’s your story?In 2014, I co-founded Made Real at the age of 19. Inspired by personal struggles with body-image, Roslyn and I founded what was then known …
Read More »Chris Ballard, Design Director of Lex Design
Chris Ballard knew what he wanted to do, studied it, and has been working in the design industry for 20 years. In November this year, he started his own agency, Lex Design. What’s your story? I’ve always liked taking things apart, just to put them back together again to see …
Read More »Uma Panchapakesan, Founder of i.BeyondBliss
Uma is an award-winning personal & business coach specialised in transformational coaching. She helps her clients to overcome challenges and achieve a holistic lifestyle. What’s your story? iBeyondBliss Personal & Corporate Wellness Wellness was born out of my self-need for a personalised and accessible natural way to balance my emotions, …
Read More »Helene Ang, Founder of KBEN & HOL
Founded by Hong Kong-based Helene Ang, KBEN & HOL preserves the highly skilled artisanship of traditional Cambodian weaving. What’s your story? After working many years in corporate marketing in large multinational companies, I wanted to pursue my passion for creating artisanal textiles and handcrafted goods. Many people might not be …
Read More »Ng Yi Ying, Founder of AllSome
After facing some challenges with cross-border logistics, Ng Yi Ying founded Allsome to help solve parcel tracking issues. What’s your story? I was working as an SAP Consultant in Malaysia and left to pursue my Masters in Tsinghua University, China after receiving a scholarship. During that time e-commerce in Malaysia …
Read More »Natalie Wong, Mixed Media Artist & Fashion Buyer of Paper Sneakers
Natalie Wong is a multi-disciplined designer that offers innovative ideas and artwork that engages global audiences. Her work has appeared in several international publications including GQ, ESQUIRE, HYPEBEAST, Highsnobiety, Marie Claire, Elle and Lifestyle Asia. What’s your story? I am a mixed-media artist and a fashion buyer based in Hong …
Read More »Jovan Tan, Founder of Restorative Innovation
Jovan will be delivering the closing address at the inaugural World Restorative Innovation Forum on 17th September. What’s your story? Together with Professor Virginia Cha of INSEAD & NUS, we discovered a distinct pattern of growth for innovative solutions that are designed to do good across our health, humanity, and …
Read More »Leisia Tsang & Ellen Ogren, Founders of Little Starters
New parents are commonly faced with the task of trying to find safe clothes for their kids to wear. Ellen and Leisia make this easy with their online shop. What’s your story? Ellen: With us both new to motherhood, we were on the hunt for casual-cool clothing for our little …
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