Since Season 10 is coming up this Friday, I thought it would be fun to highlight the remarkable women guests that I have had from the previous seasons.
Here’s a fun fact: there are 130 episodes of Womenpreneur Asia for you to listen to!
Today’s spotlight is on women entrepreneurs of Hong Kong and women who have started businesses in Hong Kong – from event planning and legal services to wellness, branding, tea, storytelling and education.
You’ll hear how Lalita, Janice, and Mandy made bold pivots to align their careers with purpose and clarity. Deepa, Emilie and Coco show us what it takes to build niche businesses—from tea and crafts to luxury events—while embracing creativity and resilience.
Soundari, Sarah Mei and Amy dive into the power of storytelling, branding, and community in building emotionally connected and impactful ventures.
Then there’s Tanya and Christine—by launching Sophia, they’re reshaping the conversation around women and investing, equipping women with financial literacy to back female-led ventures.
Whether you’re in the midst of a transition, exploring entrepreneurship, or simply love hearing honest, inspiring stories, these episodes are filled with ideas, lessons, and motivation that will resonate deeply.
Lalita Raman (S4 E5)
CEO & Founder, Transitions Intl. Ltd., Hong Kong
After nearly three decades in investment banking, Lalita transitioned into leadership and career coaching in 2012. She empowers executives to navigate career pivots and change management with confidence. Get the episode here.
Deepa Jivan (S5 E3)
Founder & Innovation Director, J Gordhan & Co., Hong Kong
With a background in arts and design and a degree from LSE, Deepa grew J Gordhan into a global supplier of hobby and craft products, managing over 2,000 SKUs in Hong Kong. Get the episode here.
Emilie Chung (S5 E6)
Co‑founder, Sinellia Tea, Hong Kong / China
Co-founded with her husband, Sinellia Tea blends heritage tea with modern storytelling and design. Emilie’s episode offers a rich perspective on building a niche tea brand across borders. Get the episode here.
Janice Chew (S7 E7)
Principal & Founder, JC Legal, Hong Kong & Malaysia
Janice left high-powered corporate law to start her own firm in 2018. She flipped traditional models, hiring business development first and now managing a thriving firm in employment, IP, and commercial law. Recognized as Lawyer Monthly’s Venture Capital Law Firm of the Year. Get the episode here.
Soundari Mukherjea (S7 E9)
CEO, Soundbytes11 (Hong Kong & India)
Originally from Chennai, Soundari leverages storytelling as a leadership and business strategy tool. Her firm teaches storytelling as a vehicle for strategic communication and cultural intelligence. Get the episode here.
Coco Wong (S7 E2)
Co‑Founder, CEO Kids International, Hong Kong & Malaysia
Coco pioneered Hong Kong’s wedding planning industry starting in 1995. She planned celebrity events including contracts with Hong Kong Disneyland, and later launched CEO Kids International—empowering children to become confident and creative entrepreneurs. She has received awards like Top 100 Female Entrepreneurs in China and Women of the Decade. Get the episode here.
Mandy Pao (S8 E2)
Founder, The Aligned Entrepreneurs, Hong Kong
After burnout from running a branding agency, Mandy pivoted her career. She now helps entrepreneurs build businesses aligned with values, prioritizing both profit and well-being. Get the episode here.
Tanya Rolfe & Christine Yu (S3 E11)
Co‑founders, Sophia (Singapore & Hong Kong)
Tanya (Singapore) and Christine (Hong Kong) launched Sophia to close the gender investing gap through financial education targeted at women. They built a platform to equip women to confidently invest in impact-driven businesses and support female founders. Get the episode here.
Amy Tsien (S9 E9)
CEO & Founder, Eve Bliss, Hong Kong
Amy founded Eve Bliss in the pandemic, starting with a turmeric‑ and plum‑infused wellness soda and expanding into lifestyle products and events. She emphasizes mental health and community-driven entrepreneurship. Get the episode here.
Sarah Mei Chiang (S9 E12)
Founder, Red Line Limited & Women Beyond 9‑to‑5, Hong Kong
Sarah blends brand strategy and emotional storytelling through her agency and platform. Her episode dives into turning passion into profit, market validation, and building emotional brand connections. Get the episode here.
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