As 2023 comes to a close and a new year beckons, it’s time to reflect on the year that was and what lies ahead. If I could summarize this year in two words, it would be: Celebration and Evolution.

There was a lot to celebrate in 2023.

• Our company was recognized with another honor – this one from Business Innovator (Most Outstanding Health and Wellness Product of the Year)

• A cover feature on my journey as a female founder in APAC Entrepreneur Magazine

• Launching a podcast series on Spotify that included a special conversation with Professor and author Debbie Haski-Leventhal

I also had the pleasure of widening awareness of health and wellness through my role as the Chair of the Wellness Chapter of the Asia CEO Community. The year featured a great discussion of how executives can take a greater role in enhancing the health and wellbeing of their employees by taking a top-down approach. This can not only have a positive impact on the bottom-line but also employee recruiting and retention.

I also enjoyed collaborating with high school and university students on two initiatives during the year, including creating a wellness library that the Hong Kong community – including the younger demographic – can use as a resource. It was inspiring to witness the genuine interest and enthusiasm from these young individuals who often grapple with the same issues as adults.

All of these initiatives and interactions have demonstrated that our company is on the right track in becoming a trusted resource and platform for health and wellness information.

A key to this success has been collaboration. Countless hours have been spent over the past year networking with people of all ages and various roles to highlight how simple measures in everyday routines can lead to a healthier and happier lifestyle.

I am very grateful for all of the existing – and also new – connections that I have made over the past year. I have thoroughly enjoyed learning about the challenges – and also opportunities – that exist at both the individual and corporate level. All of this insight is helping contribute to and refine our gameplan for the future.

Company continues to evolve

Since launching as a company that offered a large selection of health and wellness products along with valuable information, HYGGEWellbeing has gradually evolved into a health and wellness platform.

While we still offer products for sale that contribute to a healthy diet – such as our tasty and specially sourced matcha and acai powders – our ongoing research and collaboration has made it clear trusted information and resources about health and wellness are in great demand.

As a result, while we celebrated many special milestones throughout 2023, we also devoted time behind the scenes on the continued evolution of the company that will include the launch of a new platform in 2024. It will serve as a hub where people can have a conversation about health and wellness, participate in events and activities, and have an opportunity to benefit from a range of services and products – all in one place!

While interest in this new platform continues to grow, we continue to embrace inquiries from potential vendors to learn more about the platform, and from individuals who would like to stay updated on its future launch (connect with us anytime by email at: hello@hyggewellbeing.co).

We are very excited about this new platform because as any entrepreneur of a young company knows, the status quo and standing still is never an option. You must continue to grow and evolve to remain relevant.

Special thanks to supporters

With the Holidays in full swing and a new year approaching, I would like to take this opportunity thank everyone I have met and collaborated with throughout this year. Your time and wisdom have truly been appreciated and helped develop new horizons and shape the future of wellness. 

For everyone who has continued to visit our website or engaged on our social media channels, thank you as well. You have helped grow our community and made health and wellness an important topic of discussion.

The past year has been one to celebrate but I am confident the best years are ahead.

Happy Holidays, and best wishes for a great 2024.