Feeling positive about the Year of the Ox? Find out about some Chinese New Year hopes from Hong Kong business leaders
It’s officially the Year of the Ox, baby! And we feel confident that things can only get better. Across town, new restaurants continue to open, the sun is shining on islands around the SAR, and the local hip hop music and design scenes are really moving to new levels (wooty-woot!) So, we present this piece on the Chinese New Year hopes from Hong Kong from the Honeycombers community. Have a hope or dream you’d like to share? Email us at: [email protected]. Fingers, toes, and everything crossed for a healthier and happier 2021.
Take a look at these Chinese New Year hopes from Hong Kong business leaders
Denise Lau: CEO of COLOURLIVING
“Home Is Where The Heart Is” is my guiding motto to live by, both personal and at work.
At COLOURLIVING, our passion lies in making our customers’ dream home a beautiful reality. In 2021, I hope that as a lifestyle curator, COLOURLIVING’s new services of design and build & styling will help tastefully shape and enrich our customers’ living space, where cherished memories are shared with their loved ones.
Alexander Wong: Founder of Alexander Wong Architects
Not To Die.
Phemie Chong: Founder of Odd One Out
Illustration by Kylie Chan
All I wish is to get the kids back to school in a safe manner; I’m not teacher material.
Joakim Cimmerbeck: Founder of eicó HK and eicó UK
2021 – a different year.
At eicó we have, for a number of years, been working tirelessly with the introduction of a better product which is healthier and more environmentally friendly.
We have, after many years of working with limited success, finally started to see a significant consumer base who want and care about health, sustainability and quality. We hope that this year, most consumers will start to act on this need for real health, sustainability and quality. 2021 will be one for the good guys.
Read Joakim’s columns of saving water, sustainability, and reducing energy consumption.
Katie Forster: Founder & Managing Director of Katherine Amara PR
In one word: RELIEF! I think this covers a multitude of areas. Relief from the anxiety caused by not knowing when we’ll get our vaccines, or see our families. Relief for struggling businesses and families who have had to juggle home schooling and full time jobs. Financial relief for the countless people who have lost their jobs and mental relief for those who have been pushed to the brink by this pandemic.
Saying that, some of my happiest moments took place during the ‘covid year’. I’ve been extremely proud of my hard working team and clients who have pivoted and adapted so well, and look forward to feeling equally proud as I see the world bounce back. And whilst I miss the many friends I haven’t been able to spend time with, I hope that the deep bonds I’ve developed with my crew on the ground continue to develop.
Chris Edwards: Founder of Honeycombers
Ahh… the Year of the Ox! This year, I am hoping for more balance and growth. Growth seems to always happen, so I don’t know why I am wishing for that – growing older (sadly!), wiser, more experienced – but I suppose I am seeking more personal growth. As for balance, I feel like some weeks I have this nailed (*high fiving myself*) and then the next week it all goes to the S#$%. But that’s the ride of entrepreneurialism right?
