CONTRIBUTORS

Growing up in a bilingual family between France and Scotland, Clo moved to Hong Kong five years ago and enjoys every minute of her life here. A vegan mum who loves dogs, weightlifting, Muay Thai and old school hip-hop, she constantly looks for ways to use up all her daughter’s energy in the vain hope that the very active Mimi will go to bed at night.

Jill is a professional photographer specialising in family shoots. She shot this month’s cover at DSC International School. Jill is also studying for a Masters of Counselling and writes a column Visible for our sister magazine Southside & The Peak.

Tina became an admissions counselor because she is passionate about mentoring leaders of tomorrow. Leveraging her extensive banking, and MBA experience, Tina coaches her students to realise their full potential as they embark on higher education. With Tina’s mentoring, her students are able to craft application profiles highlighting their strengths, personalities, and career aspirations, setting them apart from other qualified applicants.

Sian became director of Box of Hope five years ago. Under her watch, each year tens of thousands of boxes are lovingly packed with toys and practical items by families in Hong Kong and distributed to children in need across Asia. Sian shares how readers can get involved in Box of Hope 2021 on page 23.

Geoff has spent many years working in education as a teacher, counselor and administrator in Canada, Qatar and China. He is now Lower Primary Principal at Hong Kong International School. On page 15, Geoff shares exciting projects coming up in 2022.