[OFFICIAL] Bonjour Girls in London : Inspired by TEDx Bonjour Girls UK

​Some breakthroughs happen in a single decisive moment. Others take shape quietly — through years of choices, uncertainty, and the courage to keep moving before the outcome is clear.

​We're bringing together nine women from media, AI, filmmaking, wellness, theatre and entrepreneurship for one night of honest conversation about the moments that change a career and the choices that reshape a life.

​No single formula for success. Just how different women built influence, changed direction, took real risks — and wrote definitions of growth that actually belong to them.

​The evening includes:

• ​A keynote on breakthrough, leadership and career-defining choices

• ​Two curated panels + audience Q&A

• ​50–80 women from tech, finance, consulting, media and creative industries

• ​Open networking built for real connection, not business-card exchange

• ​A curated gift bag and refreshments throughout

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​Keynote

​Irene Lau — Head of EMEA & US Privacy, Ant International, Board Member & Head of Global Data Privacy, WorldFirst

​Irene is a senior leader at Ant International with a career spanning law, technology and financial services. A dual-qualified technology lawyer and director of WorldFirst UK, she has built her career at the intersection of global business, innovation and leadership, giving her a valuable perspective on career progression, navigating change and building influence in traditionally male-dominated industries.

​In her keynote, Irene explores a simple truth: success means different things to different people, so the first step is defining your own. She then shares the three Cs that turn ambition into progress: commitment to what matters to you, consistency before the results show, and communication so the right people hear your goals and value.

​Panel 1 — Women's Career Breakthrough Moments
What turns strong performance into visible influence? On cross-cultural careers, invisible ceilings, and self-advocacy.

• ​Galleon Lin — Audit Partner of EY UK & Ireland; Head of China Business Services, UK & Ireland

• ​Jojo Qiao — Cross-cultural executive coach and business psychologist; founder of Cross Borders Consulting, creator of "Jojo's Cross Borders."

• ​Larissa Leng — Product & Creative Director at Narya AI, building voice-first AI; author of Invisible Faces.

• ​Belinda Zhu — Sales Director & Co-Founder, Lessel Ltd.

​Panel 2 — Designing Your Own Path
What happens when the path that looks right on paper stops feeling right? On the messy middle of reinvention.

• ​Min Hou — Founder of Restart Reformer Pilates; scaled to seven UK studios since 2022.

• ​Charlotte Yang — Director, producer, founder of Freckle Production. Work for Burberry, W China, Moutai.

• ​Yimo Zeng — Investment Banker Turned Entrepreneur; Founder of AuroTie

• ​Portia Yuran Li — Founder & Artistic Director, Roarrr Theatre. Edinburgh Fringe award winner; 2026 four-city China tour.

​Who it's for

​Women in the UK who are building, questioning, or reshaping their professional path — early- and mid-career professionals, founders, freelancers, creatives, and anyone mid-transition. If you're looking for more honest conversations about growth, you belong in this room.

​About Bonjour Girls UK

​The UK chapter of Bonjour Girls, a New York-headquartered nonprofit supporting the empowerment and development of Asian women. Now active in London, Toronto, and Paris, connecting a global community of 10,000+ women.

​Our Partners

​Strategic Partner

​WorldFirst
Part of Ant International, WorldFirst’s personal remittance account offers fast, convenient and secure cross-border transfers together with multi-currency account services. Funds can be sent directly to Alipay and bank accounts in China within seconds, giving you peace of mind with every transfer and making life overseas simpler.

​Website: worldfirst.com

​Brand Partners

​Lessel
Founded in 2013, Lessel is a UK real estate investment advisory firm serving institutional and private investors worldwide. It specialises in high-quality residential, commercial and mixed-use property in high-growth markets, with transparent end-to-end support.

​Website: www.lessel.co.uk

​AuroTie
At AuroTie, we believe small details matter. We engineer for every move, ensuring the right gear for every sport and every person. Starting with hair ties, we aim to redefine movement by making it professional, stylish and part of a personal ritual. But we are not only a brand; we are a community where every run, stretch and breakthrough becomes a shared victory, turning fitness into a fun and sustainable lifestyle.

​Supporting Partners

​YUKI Clinic
Founded in London in 2018, YUKI Clinic is a CQC-registered medical aesthetics clinic combining advanced technology with personalised, evidence-based treatment plans. Services span facial rejuvenation, skin and energy-based treatments, body contouring, and beauty and wellness management — with safety and comfort at the centre of every stage.

​Website: yukiclinic.co.uk

​Eggymart
EGGY Mart is a modern Asian lifestyle store created for the whole family — from children to beloved pets. We bring together carefully selected food, drinks and lifestyle products from across Asia, introducing the best of contemporary Asian living to Western consumers. Designed for quality-conscious families, EGGY Mart offers a refined, convenient and inspiring shopping experience, all under one roof.

​Freckle Production
Freckle is a female-led creative production company based in London, delivering end-to-end production across commercials, branded content, films and photography. With extensive experience across UK and international productions, Freckle works with both established global brands and a growing number of brands expanding into international markets, including projects for Burberry, W China, Moutai, Proya, TVB, CUBIC and Lola Rose.

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​Photography & Video Disclaimer

​By registering for and attending this event, you acknowledge and agree that photography and video recording will take place during the event. You grant Bonjour Girls and its authorised representatives permission to capture and use your image, likeness, voice, and/or participation in photographs and video recordings for event documentation, promotional and marketing purposes, including publication on our social media channels, website, and other communications.

​If you do not wish to be photographed or recorded, please let a member of the event team know upon arrival.