WEN 2024 Holiday Gift Guide: Unique and Thoughtful Gifts for Everyone on Your List

WEN 2024 Holiday Gift Guide: Unique and Thoughtful Gifts for Everyone on Your List

Welcome to the ultimate 2024 Gift Guide, where finding that perfect present just got a whole lot easier (and more fun!). This year, we’re all about thoughtful and unique gifts that celebrate the people in your life—from handmade treasures to self-care sessions and everything in between. Whether you’re shopping for friends, family, teens, or even yourself (you deserve it!), we’ve curated a collection that combines style, creativity, and a touch of whimsy for every budget.

From charming Hong Kong-inspired notebooks and luxurious vegan cookie boxes to shimmering jewelry and cozy PJ sets, this guide is packed with treasures that’ll make everyone feel special. Ready to dive in? Explore our top picks and make this holiday season unforgettable with gifts that are sure to bring a smile to your loved ones’ faces (and maybe yours too!).

Happy gifting!

Gifts for Friends


1. Set of 3 Being Neighbourly Notebooks


3 A5 notebooks featuring different forms of Hong Kong transportation (tram, Star ferry and Central-Mid levels escalator) and 3 pencils. Designed by a community business and featuring photographs by a National Geographic-recognised photographer, Peter Sung.
Retail Price: HKD 150
Available at: https://beingneighbourly.com/shop/

 

2. Handmade East Meets West Bracelet by Sagiri Dayal Jewellery


Our bracelets are a favourite of our clients because they make great gifts ✨ they can be worn alone or stacked together for an easy stylish look. All are handmade with Chinese knotting and pieces sourced from around the world. These one of a kind bracelets are hand- made with Chinese knotting. They combine elements of eastern culture designed with a western aesthetic.
They are versatile and easy to wear.
Retail Price: USD 45-65
Available at: https://sagiri-dayal.com

 

3. Wrapped by Rach Personalized Stone Tea Light Holder


A gorgeous marble and agate tea light holder makes a forever keepsake for you or a special friend. It’s a beauty that can remind you of the giver. Better still these can also be personalized with a name or initial.
Retail Price: HKD 250
Discount: Shop with a friend and each of you get 10% off the retail price
Available at: https://www.instagram.com/wrappedbyrach?igsh=eDE0b2s1cXhoMnoy&utm_source=qr

 

4. Sweet Secrets Inclusively Delicious Gluten-free Vegan Cookie Gift Box


Handmade in HK assorted cookies GLUTEN-FREE, EGG-FREE, DAIRY-FREE, REFINED SUGAR-FREE. DELICIOUS and INCLUSIVE desserts for those with health challenges (eczema, autoimmunity, neuro-disorder, food intolerances, chronic inflammation – diabetes etc).
Retail Price: ⁠Premium Box: 180g, 18 pieces, HKD$298; ⁠Luxury Box: 280g, 28 pieces, HKD$398
Discount: 20% off for 5 boxes or more
Available at: https://www.sweetsecrets.com.hk

 

5. Wrapped by Rach Curated Special Occasion Hamper


I curate hampers for corporate as well as all other occasions. We can add a little bit of something for everybody and I make them look so special.
Retail Price: I’ll suggest options based on your budget.
Available at: https://www.instagram.com/wrappedbyrach?igsh=eDE0b2s1cXhoMnoy&utm_source=qr

 

6. TootSweet Concepts TRE (Tension Release Exercises) 1:1 Private Session


A private 1:1 session of this amazing de-stressing technique. Let your body shake off the year’s stresses naturally. It’s a purely somatic experience, no talking about your troubles, just be guided to activate your body’s neurogenic tremors to down-regulate your sympathetic nervous system and come away feeling relaxed, and reset. TRE is proven to reduce your stress levels, allowing you to reconnect with feelings of joy, peace and curiosity. It’s a gift of health.
Retail Price:
HKD 890
Discount:
Buy 2 get 10% off.
Available at:https://treforprofessionals.com

 

7. CÓCOES Sweet Tasting Kit – 100% natural sweetener!


The sweet-tasting kit presents two luxurious syrups made from coconut flower syrup which has a low glycemic index and exquisite taste. The light syrups are a perfect companion for savory dishes, marinades, and salad dressing. The dark syrup will accompany your tea, coffee, pancakes or baking beautifully. CÓCOES is sustainably farmed in South Palawan in own organic farm. You cannot go wrong with the gift of better nutrition! Take care of you staff, friends and family.
Retail Price: HKD 128
Discount: For the WEN network, we offer 30% off. WEN members type: ‘WEN’ upon checkout from www.cocoes.com
Available at: https://www.cocoes.com

 

8. Jan’s Aesthetics of Nature Christmas Bliss Bundle and Candle #12


Christmas Bliss Bundle includes a Christmas blend natural candle (100g), named as “#12” and 120ml Calm Aromatic Massage Oil; (2) Candle #12 is 100g Christmas blend natural candle. (1) Christmas Bliss Bundle combines the cozy ambiance of a Christmas aroma blend candle with the soothing properties of calming body massage oil, offering a perfect blend of relaxation and festive cheer.
Retail Price: (1) Bundle price HKD$498 (Worth $558), (2) HKD$230
Discount: WEN members only: receive an additional 5% discount
Available at: https://janshk.com

 

Gifts for Her

 

1. BIMBOCONCEPT: Image Republic – Serre by Soledad


Frame your love for your special someone with this exclusive collaboration by Soledad Bravi with Image Republic. Bravi is an illustrator, and author of books for very young children and grown-ups. Find her every week in Elle magazine for a mood post and daily on her Instagram. Dimensions: 40x50cm, including the mount board from Canson®.
Retail Price: HKD 690
Discount: 10% discount using CERQWENXMAS10
Available at: https://cerqular.hk/collections/shop-bimboconcept/products/soledad-serre-40×50-cm

 

2. Rose Royale Luxury Face Elixir by Inner Temple Healing Oils


Age Defying Face Oil. It can be more hydrating than a moisturiser and ideal for restoring skin’s radiance.
Retail Price: HKD 330
Discount: 5% off
Availalable at: https://www.innertempleoils.com

 

3. Clean Beauty Products from Bare Nordic Beauty

Clean Nordic beauty and wellness products. Woman owned platform supporting diversely owned clean beauty brands. Treat yourself with clean self care!
Retail Price: 10-150 Euro
Available at: https://barenordicbeauty.com/

 

4. Cherry Bobbins Mini Balloon Star Bag


Looking like a blown up metallic balloon from a birthday party, our Mini Star Bags are perfect for nights out with your friends. Compact, lightweight and compliments any Christmas outfit.
Retail Price: HKD 499
Available at: https://www.cherrybobbins.com/

 

5. Travelling Treasures Sterling Silver & Gem Stone Bangles

925 Sterling Silver & Recreated Gem Stone Bangles. Its a unique and hand crafted little luxury.
Retail Price: HKD 3500 per piece
Discount: 10% discount
Available at: travellingtreasures@gmail.com

 

6. Fleur Bleue Jewellery Elegant Five Petal Flower Silver Brooch Handcrafted with Freshwater Pearls and Natural Diamond


Surprise your loved ones this Christmas with a gift of timeless beauty. Our rhodium-plated sterling silver flower brooch, embellished with radiant pearls and a natural diamond, makes for an ideal present to show your love and gratitude. Each piece is meticulously handcrafted, ensuring that every brooch is one-of-a-kind. Each piece is meticulously handcrafted, ensuring that every brooch is one-of-a-kind.
Retail Price: HKD $2280
Discount: 15% off, HKD $1938 per piece
Available at: https://api.whatsapp.com/send?phone=85260348048

 

Gifts for Families

 

1. BIMBOCONCEPT: Eureka Wooden Box Advent Calendar with Ornaments & Candies

Wooden house-shaped Christmas advent calendar with LED lights on the roof attic. This set of 24 small drawers filled with a variety of chocolates and candies. Countdown to Christmas with daily surprises from December 1st to 24th. Candies: Squeezed Cookies, Star Chocolate, Strawberry Candy, Lemon Candy
Retail Price: HKD 429
Discount: 10% discount using CERQWENXMAS10
Available: https://cerqular.hk/collections/shop-bimboconcept/products/wooden-box-advent-calendar-with-ornament-and-candies

 

2. Cali & Lou: Odin Gift Set

A bright & beautiful baby gift to bring light into baby’s winter months!
This gift set includes:
1) Soft, natural and eco-friendly mustard yellow cuddle comforter, which is made from 100% organic cotton muslin.
2) Sun silicone stacking toy which is 100% food grade safe (Size: 13*3.5*7.2 cm).
3) Petal shape bib with fun rainbow print made from 100% organic cotton muslin
This set will be nicely packed in a gift box.
Retail Price: HKD 370
Discount: 10% discount using CERQWENXMAS10
Available: https://cerqular.hk/collections/shop-cali-lou/products/baby-gift-set-odin

 

3. Private Family Group Fitness Session With Limitless Health Personal Training

Get all the family members moving and bonding with your own private class completely tailored to you. Your own dedicated personal trainer will devise a family workout that is suitable and fun for all ages and skill levels. This would make a fun family bonding session!
Retail Price: HKD 1500
Discount: Special offer of HKD$1000 (over 30% off) for WEN members only for packages purchased before 31st December 2024.
Available at: https://limitless.hk/

 

4. Burnt Oringe Intl. Interior Design – Home & Furniture Assessment


Invest in an interior design and furniture assessment with Burnt Orange Intl. to transform your living space. Our expert team creates personalized plans to enhance functionality and beauty, reflecting your taste and lifestyle. Start the New Year with a clean, organised, beautiful home. In a space-starved city like Hong Kong, it’s crucial to master the art of maximizing your space and creating a serene sanctuary to return to every night. This is the gift that keeps on giving.In a space-starved city like Hong Kong, it’s crucial to master the art of maximizing your space and creating a serene sanctuary to return to every night. This is the gift that keeps on giving.
Retail Price: HKD$8,000
Discount: 65% off for WEN Members
Available at: https://www.burntoringe-intl.com/

 

5. The Gift of Parenting (The Relationship Code) Parent Mentoring Sessions by Cascade Train Teach Learn

A coaching package of 3 sessions. An opportunity to unravel the conscious parent in you, build stronger connections with your children and spouse.
Retail Price: HKD$2,000
Discount: 10% off for the package
Available at: https://www.cascadetrainteachlearn.com/coaching

 

6. Nicole Cromwell Interior Design Consultation

A one hour consultation on any home design aspects the client would like advice with. Small tips can help transform a space.
Retail Price: HKD 1,500
Discount: 10% discount for WEN members
Available at: https://www.facebook.com/nicolecromwellinteriordesign/

Gifts for Him

 

1. Malabar Baby: Men’s Loungewear PJ Set

Don’t forget to spoil the special men in your life. Set includes 1 top and 1 bottom packaged in a matching re-usable travel pouch. Sized from Small to XL to fit 6-foot-tall men. (Sizes run slightly bigger for a more relaxed fit.) Made in 100% Indian cotton voile, block-printed with carved wooden stamps.
Retail Price: HKD 685
Discount: 10% discount using CERQWENXMAS10
Available at: https://cerqular.hk/collections/shop-malabar-baby/products/mens-loungewear-pj-2pc-gift-set

 

2. Optimal Sleep & Performance Bundle

A wonder bundle of our bestselling supplements for a special price! These are designed to optimise sleep, recovery and performance for the busy professional, and are practitioner only grade supplements of the highest quality. The Designs for Health is one of the purest and highest grade fish oil products with 800mg each of EPA and DHA. YPSI Magnesium Tricomplex and Inositol Complex is our bestselling sleep bundle designed to respectively help you fall asleep and stay asleep. Lastly, the Designs for Health ElectroPure Hydration is an advanced electrolyte product that has 2X the amount of electrolytes of the leading electrolyte powder brand and includes D-Ribose, that provides extra energy during training.

Retail Price: HKD $1,350
Discount: Get 20% off this bundle – valid until 31st December 2024 for WEN Members only
Available at: +85298554437 (WhatsApp) or in person at 12F, 86-90 Wellington street, Central

 

3. Atman Lab Astrology 1:1 Consultation


Astrology consultation on psychological profile or relationship. It can unveil your personal traits that you may not be aware of. It can help to understand your partner better and as result have more harmonious relationships.
Retail Price: HKD $1700
Discount: 20%
Available at: https://www.atmanlab.social/

 

4. Skincare Products

Skincare for ladies and gents, beautiful collections, Christmas gifts and much, much more! Temple Spa is a UK skincare company who use natural ingredients and offer 100% vegan choices in their products. They take less than a week to arrive in Hong Kong and I have some items in stock too.
Retail Price: Up to HKD 2,500
Discount: For every order over HK$ 500, get a complimentary lip gloss.
Available at: https://spatogo.templespa.com/janeyrogers

 

5. Self Help Book – Why Being GOOD Is Bad For Us: The science behind how to be our healthy best selves.


If you know a GOOD person or a people pleaser, or someone who has trouble saying NO, then this book will change their life for the better. By learning how to stop living for other people and start living for themselves, they will become more confident, emotionally, mentally and physically healthier and definitely happier.
Retail Price: HKD $120
Discount: Buy 2 for 10% off
Available at: https://www.tootsweetconcepts.com/

 

Gifts for Yourself

 

1. Amanda Leigh Style Personal Stylist Christmas Gift Voucher

Give the gift of a wardrobe that makes you feel confident this season. The voucher can be used towards any Personal Style Package for 2025 or a gift of a 1hr Personal Style Consultation (in person or online). Ever opened the wardrobe and thought “I have a wardrobe full of clothes, and yet, nothing to wear”? Well Santa’s helper is here to help. At Amanda Leigh Style we empower our clients to express their authenticity and personal brand through the creation of their personal style. So what would 2025 look like for you if you had a wardrobe full of possibilities?
Retail Price: HKD 1500.00
Discount: Receive a free Online Style Report, included with every gift voucher.
Available at: https://www.amandaleighstyle.com

 

2. Niya K Personalised Signet Ring

The perfect personalized present for Christmas, design a signet ring with her initials. Something unique and that can last forever.
Retail Price: HKD $4,800
Available at: https://www.niya-k.com/

 

3. The GLIST Glowgetter Set

Getting the GLIST glow has never been easier than with our best-selling discovery set. Containing all three variations from our signature collection, this set gives you a chance to explore our high-performance sheet masks at your leisure. Plus, this way, no matter what your skin need you’ll have the remedy. The GLOWGETTER set is the best choice for frequent flyers, skincare fanatics, or those doing a spot of holiday gifting. The GLIST sheet masks are vegan, cruelty free, paraben free, gluten free and Halal, makes it perfect for any skin types especially sensitive skin!
Retail Price: HKD 460
Discount: 20% off for all WEN members if they use the code “WEN20”
Available at: https://www.glistofficial.com

 

4. Michelle Harris International Kickstart Your New Year with a Clarity & Empowerment Session


What do you wish to take forward into 2025? This 90 mins session will help you refine your goals and prepare your energy to make the best of the new year. Through various healing, empowerment and guidance coaching techniques, you will ‘let go’ what no longer serves you and re-align to greater success, abundance, joy and peace. By the end of the session you will clarify your soul intentions and be ready to live your potential – personally and professionally. Can be used for any area of life. Because many people start the year uncertain, lost and confused. This session isn’t your typical ‘new years’ start but really about aligning to what truly matters to them- at work, at home, personally, spiritually, in relationships, with family, their health etc. I bring in deeper healing and coaching practices that can really benefit and serve their mental, emotional, physical and soul health.
Retail Price: HKD 2250
Discount: 25% off
Available at: https://www.michelleharrisinternational.com

 

5. PCS Consulting HK Services

HR Consulting services: coaching, career transition, CV review, business English services. Can be used for an individual or team, a one-man band or conglomerate.
Retail Price: Up to HKD 1,200 per hour
Discount: Free exploratory meeting and 10% discount on further meetings* (Fee schedule on website)
Available at: https://www.pcsconsultinghk.com

 

6.  Counselling/Coaching Package from A Mindset Psychology Services

Four Sessions of Counselling or Coaching. Achieve your goals, heal from your past, this is all for you and about you. When you have been dealing with the symptoms of what’s going on, why not take this opportunity to get to the root of the matter & solve the problem? You may not think it possible, but we’re here to prove you wrong. It’s your time! Whether this is true for you or your gift recipient – getting control of your future by healing your now.
Retail Price: HKD 7600
Discount: Special price of $5600 for WEN Members only – offer expires Tuesday January 28th, 2025
Available at: https://www.aMindset.hk

 

7. Swimsuits by Sana Swimwear

Swimwear that combines vibrant colors and bold patterns with comfort and elegance for our sophisticated customer. It ensures you feel confident and chic as you lounge at beach clubs or soak up https://www.pcsconsultinghk.comthe sun by the pool.
Retail Price: HKD$399
Discount: 10% discount, use code NEW10
Available at: sarah@sanaswimwear.com

 

8. Diamond Earrings by Didi’s Jewellery

A delicate loop diamond earring featuring a cascade of flowers. The delicate but attractive look!
Retail Price: HKD 16,200
Available at: meera@didisgroup.com

Gifts for Teens

 

1. The GLIST Ultra Hydro Plumping Mask

If your busy lifestyle affects your beauty sleep, or seasonal changes start drying out your skin, reach for our hydration hero. Specially formulated with active ingredients, the GLIST Ultra Hydro Plumping Mask hydrates the surface before targeting deeper layers, penetrating the skin barrier to achieve an airbrushed appearance and a more even skin tone. Add this mask to your regular skincare routine to help keep your skin plump and dewy. It is perfect for the low-humidity winter!
The GLIST sheet masks are vegan, gluten free, paraben free, cruelty free, and Halal, make it a safe product to use especially if you have sensitive skin
Retail Price: HKD 420
Discount: 20% off for WEN Members with code “WEN20”
Available at: https://www.glistofficial.com

 

2. Hand-Made Gemstones Bracelets by Mama Chang

All made by Mama Chang. Gemstones all have their own meaning, time to make ourselves feel meaningful and pretty at the same time.
Retail Price: HKD 500 up
Available at: https://guidefong.org/directory/Shing-Fook-Jade

 

3. Huku Studio’s book – Unpretentious:A Pathway to Authenticity


Discover the power of integrity and wholeness with Unpretentious, a book about belonging and identity (and establishing your own) in an era of incessant social comparison. Part journal, part guide, this book presents a unique perspective, a refreshing departure from the norm.
In today’s world, where self-promotion, disinformation, and grandiosity are abundant, the virtue of unpretentiousness stands out. It’s not only a valuable personal trait but a societal necessity.
Retail Price: HKD 200
Available at: https://www.hukustudio.com

 

4. Award Winning Clean Beauty by Founder’s Formula

Award winning clean beauty using Australian botanicals. Woman founded and led. Using Australian botanicals which are hardly ever used in beauty.
Retail Price: AUD 100-250
Available at: https://www.foundersformula.com.au

 

5. Tools & Tricks for Tweens and Teens Workbook by Michelle Harris International

As a Christmas gift or stocking filler, this handy workbook for tweens and teens offers empowerment, meditation and mindfulness tools that set seeds to build self esteem, develop positive mindsets and navigate difficult emotions. Aimed for ages around 10-15 yrs, it’s a great activity your kids can do by themselves, or follow the workbook with them to create a fun and special bonding time.
Supporting youth wellbeing and mental health with tools to help them. Creates spacial times for bonding with them over Christmas and beyond. Planting seeds to developed self esteem and how to navigate difficult emotions and challenging times. Gets the kids also thinking of community and contribution.
Retail Price: HKD 120
Discount: Special offer HKD 80 (plus postage & packaging). Can be sent internationally.
Available at: https://www.theempowermentschool.net

 

6. Cacao-Guilt Free Chocolates Assorted handmade praline selection

Box of 25 handmade pralines in a beautiful gold lacquer box made by a worker’s co-operative in Vietnam which we hope you will keep. If not, return to us in perfect condition and get $70 off your next order. All pralines are hand made by us using freshly ground, ethically sourced chocolate. If you want top quality chocolate that is freshly ground to order and is child slavey and deforestation free then this is the perfect gift for you.
Retail Price: HKD$685
Discount: 10% discount
Available at: https://cacao.hk

 

Conclusion

And there you have it—our top picks for making this holiday season extra special! From cozy comforts to fun surprises, there’s something here for everyone on your list. Remember, the best gifts come from the heart, and no matter what you choose, it’s the thought and joy that matter most. So grab a hot cocoa, turn up those holiday tunes, and get ready to spread some serious cheer!

Happy gifting, and may your holidays be filled with love, laughter, and just the right amount of sparkle!

WEN Spotlight: Neelam Daswani

WEN Spotlight: Neelam Daswani

WEN would like to applaud Members who have had great wins, overcome obstacles, used innovative approaches or made other strides as an entrepreneur and who are ready to share their tips with you!

We are delighted to showcase our WEN premium member Neelam Daswani, Integrative Nutrition Health Coach and Founder of Neelam Pure Health 

Business Nature: 

Neelam Daswani is an Integrative Nutrition Health Coach and a graduate from the Institute of Integrative Nutrition. She specialises in guiding clients to implement dietary and lifestyle practices that address the root cause of imbalances and disease, helping them to heal their bodies and optimize their overall wellness. She provides one to one coaching sessions, working alongside the Functional Medicine Practitioner, to guide individuals with their health plans. She works to help them not only balance healthy eating habits and exercise, but she takes a holistic approach on health, such as stress management and sleep optimisation.

Business Start Date:

January 2020

Tell us what made you take the entrepreneurial plunge?

I am a Japan-born Indian living in Hong Kong and the founder of a successful boutique PR agency, Purebuzz.

The protests and COVID were challenging as PR was brought to a halt.

Over COVID, my dad ended up in ICU post-bypass surgery and I found myself embracing a more holistic approach during his recovery. This difficult time also motivated me to return to school and I became a certified Health Coach through the Integrated Institute of Nutrition (NYC). I have always been very passionate about health & nutrition and hence was able to welcome this new career! I love, love working with people and making positive changes in their well being and life, it’s a huge sense of an accomplishment seeing clients and patients change for the better!

What does your Company do and how is it unique?

Health is BIO INDIVIDUAL, My services are all personalised. I work with client on their individual needs and health cannot be a cookie cutter solution. What works for a women in menopause is not the same as what works for a 30 year old.

Over the coaching, I review one’s food and health history and share valuable insights into progressing towards one’s health goals, including current food intake and lifestyle. I suggest some areas to focus and prioritise to be your best self in order to maximise your energy, improve your sleep and overall health.

Areas covered are:

  • Adequate protein intake
  • Understanding hidden sugars
  • The inclusion and importance of healthy fats
  • Review of supplements
  • Quality of sleep

How do you transform a challenge into an opportunity?

After PR came to a halt over the protests and COVID, I decided to take a break, dig deeper and understand my ‘IKIGAI’

This is a Japanese concept referring to something that gives a person a sense of purpose, a reason for living. I am very happy as I’ve totally found my ikigai. My clients and friends see how passionate I am about my coaching…and I feel like I have truly found my ‘ikigai’!

Where do you see your company in the next 3 years?

I hope to work with corporate wellness programs and possibly start some group coaching to branch out beyond just the 1 on 1. I have also just completed a degree in HORMONE HEALTH, I plan to continue educating myself in the FUNCTIONAL space. 

What are your top tips to share with other women entrepreneurs?

 – Magnesium Nightly 

Even though Magnesium is the fourth most abundant mineral in your  body, you might not have enough! Magnesium, for men & women alike, is vital for over 300 biochemical bodily functions ranging from

  • Regulating mood
  • Hormone health
  • Supporting sleep
  • Muscle recovery and nerve function
  • Stress & cortisol levels
  • Energy production
  • Constipation & Cramping

–  Protein rich breakfast – Go savory for breakfast 

Eating healthy is an important part of a healthy lifestyle. I encourage  everyone to start their day off with a high protein breakfast with a source  of fat. A savory high protein breakfast will curb all sugar cravings one may  have during the day, as it helps balance sugar levels. In general once  needs anywhere between 1-1.5 grams of protein for every kilo of body  weight, hence planning meals around protein is key. Make sure to eat  from the trifecta, FAT, FIBER & PROTEIN for all 3 meals. Starting your  day of with cereal, bread and oatmeal is a big no no , as you will end up  craving more sugar throughout the day!!

–  Daily Mindfulness

I aim to go for a GONG or Crystal Singing Healing Session once a week. Scientific evidence suggests that certain forms of sound therapy prompt damaged humans DNA strands to repair themselves ‍ Some tones may even promote vitality and healing. I also take 10 mins out of my day daily to meditate. I most prefer to do this at around 3-4pm in the middle of my day. Helps me reset, re-charge for my day ahead. The Latin root of the word “meditation” is the same as the root word for “medicine.” The simple yet profound practice of meditation allows us to experience inner contentment and balance, bringing healing and relief from the stress of daily life – a form of medicine.

One thing women should do more of?

RESISTANCE TRAINING!!!

Muscle is a powerful longevity organ, specially once you reach menopause.

Building our muscles through strength training is a very effective way to combat the side effects of perimenopause.

And unlike anything you’ve heard, strength training does not mean “bulking up” as we do not have the testosterone levels for it to happen easily! Instead, strength training will help you get lean and strong, and it has countless other benefits too!

Busting the “bulk up” myth for women, I can’t emphasize enough on how important it is for women over 40 to begin Strength Training!

Muscle is like a “power suit” that keeps your spine and joints upright and supported. As we get older and muscle declines, bone loss and occasional aches and pains become much more common, specially if you’re transitioning through #menopause. Hence why Resistance (or Strength) Training is one “super habit” that you should definitely follow that helps support you through this phase.

WEN Chairwoman Sharon McEneff featured in HK Living Article

WEN chairwoman was featured on the HK Living Article on their Sep-Nov 2023 article issue.
Sharon McEneff (chairwoman) spoke about her role in WEN and how they can help the new and established business owners promote their events. She also spoke about WEN membership and mentorship opportunities. Read more about her interview with here.

WEN Spotlight: Caroline Choi

WEN Spotlight: Caroline Choi

WEN would like to applaud Members who have had great wins, overcome obstacles, used innovative approaches or made other strides as an entrepreneur and who are ready to share their tips with you!

We are delighted to showcase Caroline Choi, Founder of HongKongDivorce.com

Business Nature: Free Online Educational Resource for Individuals Navigating Through Divorce in Hong Kong

Business Start Date: September 2019

Tell us what made you take the entrepreneurial plunge?

Prior to living in Hong Kong, I was working as a Family Law attorney in San Diego, California. At the time, I saw a need to provide easy digestible legal information to individuals going through divorce because it can be extremely complicated to understand legal jargon. I started to write articles for The Huffington Post about divorce topics and also created my own blog website called Divorce Confidential. When I moved to Hong Kong, I saw a need for this as well and started Hong Kong Divorce in the hope that every individual has access to information that may be difficult to obtain without hiring costly solicitors and barristers.

What does your Company do and how is it unique?

Hong Kong Divorce does not provide legal advice, however it does provide individuals with basic information on how to navigate divorce in Hong Kong, giving individuals the knowledge and power on how to proceed forward. Not only does this free resource provide simple explanations on somewhat complex legal issues, but it also aims to provide practical tips on how to navigate even the emotional aspects of divorce. For example, I have created a special series called Spotlight Profile and in these Spotlight Profiles, I interview key players in the family law community in Hong Kong but I also interview mental health professionals who have extensive experience in assisting families and children through the hardship of divorce. These mental health professionals provide great tips and resources on how to navigate this difficult journey. Thus, Hong Kong Divorce not only provides basic information about divorce in Hong Kong but also how to survive and move forward on an emotional level as well.

How do you transform a challenge into an opportunity?

Divorce is a challenging experience and journey for individuals and families. It is not easy balancing being an attorney while also writing and publishing articles and essentially running a second business. However, I think this is extremely important and there is a need to provide this information to those in the community. For those going through a divorce, the more information you have, the more informed you are and therefore able to navigate an already complex legal system.

Where do you see your company in the next 3 years?

My hope is that Hong Kong Divorce becomes more widely known in the community and it an essential pitstop for those going through divorce.

What are your top tips to share with other women entrepreneurs?

  • Rise to the challenge – You will always be met with challenges and obstacles along the way, but it is important to rise to the challenge and move forward.
  • Be Resilient – Remain resilient throughout the process and continue to push through when things are not as smooth or easy as anticipated.
  • Make great connections – Having great friends and contacts who can be there to help you along the way is key to success. It’s wonderful when you can share in your successes with others and vice versa.

One thing women should do more of?

Support one another and cheer each other on. Rather than see each other as threats, it’s important to come together as women and help each other out. There is enough room for success for everyone!
WEN Spotlight: Jessie Chan

WEN Spotlight: Jessie Chan

WEN would like to applaud Members who have had great wins, overcome obstacles, used innovative approaches or made other strides as an entrepreneur and who are ready to share their tips with you!

We are delighted to showcase Jessie Chan, Founder of Sorra Limited.

Business Nature: Beauty Tech/Fem Tech Start Up

Business Start Date: 2020

How is your company unique?

Sorra is a beauty tech start-up that is changing the way people shop for skincare. Our platform is a “Tinder for Beauty”, which accurately matches users with brands, providing an advanced personalized beauty experience that is brand-neutral, free of charge, and backed by skin data.

We are proud to be the first beauty platform targeting sub-tropical climate area markets, and since our launch in 2020, we have quickly grown our community to over 140K members with nearly zero cost per acquisition and an impressive average monthly reach of 6.5M. Despite being a bootstrapped start-up, we have achieved a remarkable 19% month-over-month revenue growth rate, which is a testament to our unique value proposition and the innovative approach of our team.

How do you transform a challenge into an opportunity?

During the COVID-19 pandemic, I was struggling with blemishes on my face. Despite purchasing many skincare products, I couldn’t find anything that would help me get rid of them. This was a challenge for me, but I decided to turn it into an opportunity.

I began to learn about skincare science and how skincare formulations work. I researched different ingredients and products and started to experiment with different formulations. I also began to share my journey with others and started a community around skincare.

At first, I still had a day job and was the only one doing all the jobs, from researching and creating content to designing the platform. But while the community grew, it became a really healthy and engaging space for sharing product reviews and advice – this is where I decided to quit my day job and turned this passion into my career.

Through this community, we were able to develop a unique understanding of what our customers were looking for in skincare products. This allowed us to create our own brand, Sorra, which has become a major player in the beauty industry.

Transforming my skincare challenge into an opportunity has been an incredible journey, and I’m excited to see what the future holds for Sorra.

Where do you see your company in the next 3 years?

I see Sorra as a disruptive solution for both brands and consumers. Our innovative “Tinder for Beauty” platform provides accurate leads for brands based on an accurate skin profile, while consumers can finally find the right solution for their skin by searching with skin data.

In the next three years, our goal is to bring this solution to more people, not only in Hong Kong and Taiwan (where we are currently based), but also to the larger Southeast Asian market. We believe that our unique value proposition and focus on sub-tropical climate area markets will resonate with consumers in these regions.

We plan to expand our community  with a greater focus on engagement and user-generated content. We also plan to strengthen our platform technology, based on the insights we have gained from our community and our expertise in skincare science.

Overall, our vision is to make beauty accurate and become the go-to platform for skincare in the region, providing a unique and personalized beauty experience for both brands and consumers. We are excited about the future of Sorra and the potential impact we can have in the beauty industry.

What are your top tips to share with other women entrepreneurs?

  • Start small, think big: Starting small can help you focus on the most important aspects of your business and refine your vision. But it’s important to always keep your bigger picture in mind and continue to work towards achieving your long-term goals.
  • Embrace failure: Failure is a natural part of the entrepreneurial journey, and it’s important to learn from these experiences. By analyzing what went wrong and making changes, you can turn failure into an opportunity for growth and improvement.
  • Stay true to yourself: When pursuing your career goals, it’s important to stay grounded and not lose sight of your deepest needs and values. Whether it’s taking time for self-care or maintaining a healthy work-life balance, make sure to prioritize your well-being and happiness while pursuing your entrepreneurial dreams. 

One thing women should do more of?

As a female entrepreneur and mother with a one-year-old baby, I understand firsthand the challenges of balancing work, life, and family. It’s easy to get caught up in the demands of building a startup and feel like we have to sacrifice our personal lives to achieve success. However, I’ve learned that it’s important to trust myself and my abilities, and to find a support system that enables me to pursue my passions while also being present for my family.
For me, this has meant learning to prioritize my time and energy, setting realistic goals, and being kind to myself when things don’t go as planned. It’s also meant finding a community of other women who can relate to my experiences and provide support and encouragement. As women, we have a unique superpower to balance work, life, and family. We should all build more trust in ourselves to pursue the things that matter most to us.
WEN featured on RTHK Radio 3

WEN featured on RTHK Radio 3

WEN was featured on the 123 Show on RTHK Radio 3 on 8th Dec 2021.
Geetanjali Dhar(chairwoman) and Sharlene Jacquier (board member) spoke at length about WEN and how they offer Women Entrepreneurs at all stages of their business – great support, guidance and expertise from professionals.
Check out their interview with Saadia Usmani here.