Episodes

Xiao-Ly Koh , chef and founder of Xiao by Crutz patisserie in Petaling Jaya takes us behind the scenes of building a 14-year pastry career in Malaysia. From early online sales on Facebook to a flagship store, she explains her love for French pastry and everything crusty! She cites how the French have a philosophy about “garnishing with a purpose”- how every decoration should add texture and flavour, not just look pretty. She explains how she educates customers about French pastry, balances artis...

In this quick solo episode, Krista Goon , host and creator of Womenpreneur Asia, redefines leadership through a personal lens —arguing that leadership often looks different from the front of the room and that followership can be a powerful catalyst for change. She shares how academic excellence gave her visibility, how a quiet act of contributing built an entrepreneurial community, and how a simple “yes” to follow created something larger than any single person could achieve. The balance of lead...

In this episode, I speak to Sonam Ludhani , a Dubai‑based revenue operations (rev ops) and AI strategist — who explains how to make every dollar count for small to mid‑sized businesses. From pivoting from supply chain to GTM at tech giants to building small but powerful AI tools, she reveals practical steps to align people, processes, and tools (even with Excel) to grow margins. Learn why “the nervous system” approach to rev ops matters, how to avoid AI hype and why prioritizing talent over tool...

What if your biggest insecurity could become the foundation of a business that changes lives? In this episode of Womenpreneur Asia , I sit down with Beby Kale Lena , an Indonesian entrepreneur who lives in Bali who turned her struggle with curly hair into a viral beauty brand. This episode was recorded in Beby Kale Lena’s villa in Sanur, Bali because I had booked a stay at her villa in August. Growing up in Timor island, East Indonesia, Beby spent years trying to hide her natural curls. and big ...

Painting Bold Futures: How 17-Year-Old Danya Adriana Feri Is Redefining Malaysian Art At just 17 years old, Danya Adriana Feri who is from Malaysia has already turned her passion for painting into a thriving art business. From discovering her style during lockdown to completing large-scale commissions for clients like YTL and Marriott, Danya is proof that age is no barrier to pursuing your creative dreams. In this conversation, she shares how she balances school with entrepreneurship, the role h...

From biomedical engineer to wellness entrepreneur, Marie Tuason has reinvented herself through burnout, bold choices and a passion for health. In this episode of Womenpreneur Asia , Marie shares her journey from interning in Germany to creating ventures that bridge wellness, community, and entrepreneurship. She opens up about the lessons of burnout, why she challenges common wellness myths, and how she’s building the Philippines’ first Longevity Social Club. This candid conversation dives into i...

In this episode, Krista sits down with Gabriella or Gabby Yan, a hospitality industry insider turned startup founder to discuss her journey from luxury hotel marketing to founding TRAppe - a platform dedicated to making sustainable travel accessible, aspirational and impactful. Gabby shares the challenges she faced as a solo female founder, the problem of economic leakage in tourism and her vision for travel that benefits people and local economies. In this episode, you’ll hear about: Gabby’s ba...

What if the path to your true calling isn't a straight line, but a winding journey across countries, cultures, and careers? For Rahel Podobsky-Stucki , embracing her Swiss-Filipino heritage became the key to unlocking her purpose, as she navigated from being a court interpreter in Zurich to founding BANTAYnet, an initiative that's revolutionizing digital literacy education in the Philippines. In this inspiring episode, Krista sits down with Rahel, a changemaker whose journey spans continents, ca...

How does a Japanese entrepreneur transform her passion for social impact into a cutting-edge fintech company in Malaysia? In this episode, Krista Goon sits down with Fumiko Inada, founder and CEO of Bee Informatica, to explore her inspiring journey from volunteering in Vietnam and Bangladesh to building a digital microfinance business that’s changing the game for small and micro-entrepreneurs. What You’ll Hear in This Episode: Fumiko’s early experiences with NGOs and what sparked her interest in...

What does it take to run seven marathons on seven continents in just seven days — and then return home to lead a movement transforming the future of work in the Philippines? In this episode of Womenpreneur Asia , I talk to Mench Dizon , marathoner, changemaker, and Country Head of YGG Pilipinas . Mench shares her incredible journey of completing the World Marathon Challenge , a test of endurance, resilience, and grit that pushed her to her limits both physically and mentally. She reflects on wha...

What does it take to reinvent yourself and start fresh in a new city? In this episode of Womenpreneur Asia , I sit down with Carmen Salameh , a podcaster and entrepreneur who made the bold move from Paris to Hong Kong to create a new chapter in her life. Carmen is the founder of Asian Business Owners , a podcast where she shares raw, honest conversations with entrepreneurs across Asia, and Octo Gen , a social media marketing agency that helps businesses grow with purpose-driven content. In our c...

Join Krista Goon in a compelling episode with Gen Z entrepreneur, Dun Concha, the CEO of Work Beyond Borders in the Philippines. In this episode of Womenpreneur Asia, Dun Concha shares her unexpected journey from a freelance copywriter to a business owner, remote work advocate and social impact leader. She discusses the challenges and rewards of running a completely remote marketing agency, leveraging digital tools, and her passion for fostering digital literacy through her non-profit, Yabong. D...

Join Krista Goon in this Season 10 episode with Ritu G. Mehrish , a coach and author of the book 'Rewrite the Rules.' In this conversation, Ritu shares stories from her impressive career journey from corporate roles at Gillette and GE to becoming an entrepreneur and coach in Singapore. This episode dives into the critical aspect of visibility for women leaders, highlighting actionable steps to be seen and heard in professional settings. Ritu also discusses the importance of executive presence, n...

In this first episode of Season 10, Womenpreneur Asia , host Krista Goon sits down with Louisa Lee , CEO of DP Healthverse , to uncover the fascinating story of how a former educator transformed herself into an award-winning entrepreneur and health innovator. Based in Singapore , Louisa shares her journey from running a small dental clinic with her husband to scaling it into DP Dental , a progressive boutique practice with over 50 team members and three branches. But behind the accolades—includi...