IMPACTFUL GIVING
The Allies Circle
The Allies Circle was founded in 2024 by a group of visionary philanthropists, leaders, educators and influencers, dedicated to a gender-equal Hong Kong. More than donors, they are changemakers, shaping a future where women and girls can thrive, opportunities are equal, and barriers to advancement no longer exist. United by a shared purpose, Allies Circle patrons come together to drive impact. By supporting TWF's vital fundraising efforts and deepening their understanding of the critical issues at hand, they help power the growth of TWF's research, advocacy, and life-changing educational programmes. Together, they're creating a legacy of opportunity and fairness for future generations.
The Allies Circle is an opportunity to be at the leading edge of change, not only to give, but also to create a lasting and positive effect on Hong Kong.
We invite patrons to make an annual investment towards a gender equal future. These generous contributions will help power the long-term growth and development of TWF's research, advocacy, and life-changing programmes including:
Commissioning original research
Programme expansion and enhancement
Building a lasting legacy
Strategic partnerships and talent development
Cultivating Change, One Conversation at a Time
Allies Circle events run year round and allow patrons to deepen their understanding and engagement of the critical issues at hand. New patrons are welcome to join us at any time during the year. Patrons are encouraged to co-create a Speaker Series with TWF and host their own fundraising events to share their stories, knowledge, and inspire conversations within their own sphere of influence.
- Gender 101 Workshop
- Be Inspired by Yourself/ I am Remarkable Workshop
- Other personal growth workshops where patrons learn from and inspire each other
- Dining for Equality
- Patron-hosted Roundtables
- Other fundraiser events
the women’s foundation
The Allies Circle believes in empowerment through philanthropy and community leadership. We are advancing gender equality from the classroom to the boardroom.
Why This Matters
Women are under-represented in leadership, face disproportionate caregiving burdens, and experience gender biases and pay gaps as well as greater vulnerability to sexual violence. Addressing these challenges represent significant opportunities to boost Hong Kong's overall economic and social well-being.
steering committee
We are grateful for the support of our Allies Circle Steering Committee Members, including:
Joanna Hotung
Director
Hotung Mills Education Foundation
Ingrid Chen
Founder
ARTiculate and FindArt
Tasha Lalvani
Patron | Trustee | Founding Patron
Asian Cultural Centre | Hong Kong Museum of Art | Palace Museum
Lena Harilela
Director
Ramon Investment Co. Ltd.
Felicity McRobb
Founder and Senior Consultant
McRobb Consulting
Our Patrons
The Allies Circle is powered by visionary leaders committed to the next generation. We gratefully acknowledge our 2025-2026 patrons, whose contributions enable our groundbreaking research and classroom programmes. Together, they are improving the lives of women and girls in Hong Kong.
Adeline Chin
Regional Head of Legal - North Asia
Alvarez & Marsal
Angela Wong Cheng
CEO
Li Cheng Capital
Angelina Kwan
CEO
Stratford Finance
Aveline San
HK CEO and Head of Banking
Citi
Belinda Esterhammer
CEO
The DO Asia
Betty Wan
Managing Director
Elevate Performance Consulting Limited
Carmen Chiu
Director - Branded Products
Hong Kong Maxim's Group
Charlotte Harris
CEO
Charlotte Travel
Christina Chong
Director
V-Mark Aviation Company Ltd
Christine Tsang
Executive Director, IB Operational Risk Control - APAC Head
UBS
Crisel Consunji
Founder & Head of Learning & Development
Baumhaus Asia
Damien Mooney
Head of Asia Pacific (ex Japan)
Fidelity International
Eileen O'Connell
Director
Executive Counsel Ltd
Elaine So-Girardi
Founder
Bimbo Concept & Bimbo Casa
Eleanor Coleman
Partner
St. James Place Wealth Management
Eleanor Yeh
Founder and Creative Director
Etra Fine Jewellery
Felicity McRobb
Founder and Senior Consultant
McRobb Consultant
Gautam Dev
Head of Talent and Change Management
The Hong Kong Jockey Club
Ines Lam
CEO
Chong Kio Farmacia Chinesa
Ingrid Chen
Founder
ARTiculate and FindArt
Jackie Dunn
Director Marketing & Guest Experience - Hong Kong & Middle East
Aqua Restaurant Group
Janice Chan-Choy
Board & Committee Member
Hong Kong Ballet
Jessica Ng
Founder
The Jessica Company
Jingyi Wei
Joan Wagner
Joanna Hotung
Director
Hotung Mills Education Foundation
Julia Monk
Justin D'Augustino
Global CEO
Herbert Smith Freehills Kramer
Kelly Clark
Laura Cheung
Founder
LALA CURIO
Lena Harilela
Director
Ramon Investment Co. Ltd.
Maya Lin
Global Luxury Expert
Prof. Anna CY Chan
Director
The Hong Kong Academy for Performing Arts
Rebecca Spence
SVP, Client Strategy and Relationship Management
Lockton
Regine Ngan
Managing Director
Boghossian
Sacha Yasumoto
Founder
Dangerous Dinner
Samantha Wong
Co-founder & Director
On Air Collective
Sarah Tam
Founder & Non-Executive Director
Astoch
Sarah Tong
CEO & Co-founder
Big Bang Academy
Shalini Melwani
Parent Consultant & Coach
Parenting Empowered
Susanna Soo
Founder / Designer
S.Nine by Susanna Soo
Tasha Lalvani
Patron | Trustee | Founding Patron
Asian Cultural Centre | Hong Kong Museum of Art | Palace Museum
Join us to create a legacy of opportunity and fairness for future generations
For more information please email alliescircle@twfhk.org or call 9858 7058.
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