The Aligned Entrepreneurs

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Delve into the strategies and mindset shifts needed to create a purposeful and integrated entrepreneurial life, without facing burnout.

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<p><strong>Attention all passionate entrepreneurs, business owners, and those seeking to find alignment in their professional and personal lives!</strong></p><ul><li>Are you struggling to balance your deep-seated passions, professional commitments, and personal time?</li></ul><ul><li>Are you seeking a more purposeful way to integrate these aspects, avoiding burnout and crafting a fulfilling, vibrant life?</li></ul><p>In today’s fast-paced world, a harmonious blend of work and life is essential for both personal well-being and professional sustainability. This discussion aims to provide attendees with real-world insights and actionable advice to foster a fulfilling, purposeful entrepreneurial path.</p><p>Our panellists — Carla from <a href="https://chomphk.com/home" target="_blank" data-msys-clicktrack="0" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer">CHOMP</a>, Sonia Samtani from <a href="https://www.allaboutyoucentre.com/" target="_blank" data-msys-clicktrack="0" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer">All About You Wellness Centre</a>, and Mandy Pao, the Founder and Creative Director of<a href="https://www.eq-international.com/" target="_blank" data-msys-clicktrack="0" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer"> EQ International</a> — will share personal experiences and practical strategies aimed at helping you navigate your entrepreneurial journey with intention and balance.</p><p>Join us at Garage Academy for this enlightening session in collaboration with The Aligned Entrepreneur and take the first step towards marrying your passion, profession, and personal time in the most fulfilling way</p><p></p><h3>WHAT TO EXPECT</h3><ul><li>Learn how to intertwine your passions and professional pursuits meaningfully</li><li>Strategies for effective work-life integration to avoid burnout and sustain energy</li><li>Real-life stories and lessons from successful aligned entrepreneurs</li><li>Engaging in discussions with our expert panel, diving into the realities and opportunities of this integrative approach</li><li>Networking opportunities with like-minded individuals</li></ul><p></p><h3>THIS TALK IS PERFECT FOR</h3><ul><li>Aspiring entrepreneurs</li><li>Small business owners</li><li>Start-up founders</li><li>Social enterprise leaders</li><li>Corporate professionals seeking a more purposeful career</li></ul><p></p><aside>**PS :** *This panel is a part of “The Aligned Entrepreneur Series”, followed by a “Conscious Brand Building Workshop”. In this immersive workshop, participants are guided to delve deeper into the process of establishing a brand that is in harmony with their core values and purpose. This offers entrepreneurs a comprehensive and actionable path to cultivate a conscious brand that not only resonates with their vision but also stands as a beacon of integrity and impact.*</aside><h3></h3>

<h3>🗣 ABOUT THE SPEAKERS</h3><p></p><h3>Mandy Pao, Founder - <a href="https://www.eq-international.com/" target="_blank" data-msys-clicktrack="0" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer">EQ International</a> / The Aligned Entrepreneur</h3><p>Mandy Pao, the mastermind behind The Aligned Entrepreneur, is a seasoned entrepreneur and brand coaching expert committed to guiding individuals in crafting businesses that align with their values and purposes. With a background in Branding &amp; Marketing, she has orchestrated events for prestigious brands like Paramount Hollywood, LV, Dior, and Alexander Wang. Known as the "Brand Building Expert," Mandy specializes in guiding her clients from a state of burnout to a life of balance. She employs a unique, purpose-driven approach, integrating strategy, branding, and value alignment, which has garnered her acclaim in notable publications like Beijing Times, SCMP, Harper's Bazaar, Liv Magazine where she was honored as the Gold Winner of Women of Wellness**,** and more. A sought-after speaker, she has led workshops at venues like Garage Society and The Hive and appeared on Morning Macau TV and Macau Radio FM1007. Mandy's diverse clientele includes leading chiropractic studios, Forbes 30 under 30 honorees, and impact-driven SMEs.</p><p></p><h3>Carla Martinesi, CEO &amp; Co-Founder - <a href="https://chomphk.com/home" target="_blank" data-msys-clicktrack="0" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer">CHOMP</a></h3><p>In 2021, Martinesi cofounded Chomp, a Hong Kong-based app that helps food and beverage businesses reduce food waste. At the end of each day, customers can use Chomp's app to purchase discount 'mystery boxes' of unsold food from over 130 restaurants, cafes, and bakeries. The startup claims it's saved 3,000kg of food from reaching the landfill. Martinesi, who grew up in Switzerland in a Swiss-Chinese household, launched Chomp two years after she moved to Hong Kong to reconnect with her roots.</p><h3>Sonia Samtani - Founder -  <a href="https://www.allaboutyoucentre.com/" target="_blank" data-msys-clicktrack="0" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer">All About You Wellness Centre</a></h3><p>Sonia Samtani is the Founder and Managing Director of All About You. She is a licensed Clinical Hypnotherapist, qualified Life Coach, certified Corporate Trainer, accredited Image Expert, Family Constellation Facilitator, certified Transpersonal Regression Therapist, and Public Speaking Coach.  Sonia has been practicing hypnotherapy, coaching, regression therapy and inner child healing since 2005, and her work has been successful in resolving thousands of issues including overcoming phobias, anxiety, limiting beliefs, releasing trauma, finding one’s life purpose, releasing physical pain, weight management, depression, and overcoming loss.</p><p></p><p>---</p><h3>👊🏽 ABOUT “THE ALIGNED ENTREPRENEURS SERIES”</h3><p>“The Aligned Entrepreneur Series” is a sequence of interactive and enlightening conversations designed to inspire and guide entrepreneurs in aligning their businesses with their personal values and purpose. This series features successful entrepreneurs, business experts, and thought leaders sharing their experiences and insights on creating a value-driven and purposeful business.</p><p></p><p>The goal is to empower entrepreneurs with the knowledge, strategies, and inspiration they need to build and scale businesses that are not only profitable but also have a positive impact on society and the environment.</p>

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