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Hello! My name is Viv. I’m currently the Head of Business Development and Communications at H-Kore, the only Lagree Studio in Hong Kong. Previously, I founded and successfully ran Rising Lotus, an athleisure label I created that thrived for eight years. I have extensive experience in design, branding, storytelling, and communications, along with a deep passion for health and wellness.
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My Story
Thank you for stopping by! Let me tell you a little bit more about myself. I was born and raised in Hong Kong and moved to Los Angeles after high school to pursue my creative dreams. I completed my studies in Fashion Design, and began my career as a fashion designer at Abercrombie and Fitch. At 25, I returned to my beloved hometown to launch my own sustainable athleisure brand, Rising Lotus, while working towards my Masters Degree in Fashion & Luxury Management. Rising Lotus was born from my passion for Fashion, Design, Fitness, Wellness and Community. Over eight years, I launched seasonal athleisure collections, partnered with like-minded brands, and operated a brick-and-mortar store that also served as a gathering spot for our community.
During the pandemic, I faced significant personal hardships amid social unrest and market uncertainties, leading me to make the difficult decision to step back from Rising Lotus. Seeking new opportunities, I joined Alzavo, where I had the privilege of building a startup incubation program with Jumpstart magazine. Over two years, I connected with many mentors and founders who generously shared their entrepreneurial journeys, inspiring me to continue learning and growing every day.
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In 2022, I fulfilled my long-time dream of obtaining my yoga teaching certification and joined H-Kore, a boutique Lagree studio in Hong Kong, as their Head of Communications. This felt like a calling from the universe, allowing me to return to the health and wellness space - a perfect blend of my passions for fitness, wellness, design, and community. I also recently became certified to teach Lagree!
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When I'm not working, I enjoy yoga, hiking, travelling, and spending quality time with my partner and our fur babies. My favourite quote is "Follow your Bliss" by Joseph Campbell, which serves as a powerful reminder to align my actions with my true self every day following a path of purpose and meaning in life.