Frances has been loving life in Shanghai since Feb 2005, relocating from Singapore to take up an APAC Directors role in General Motors Purchasing & Supply Chain.

Currently Frances is the GM & VP Asia Pacific for Think Global Ltd, a B2B export company sourcing from China and selling private label consumer electronic goods globally.

Frances has a Masters in Business and Technology from the University of New South Wales, Australia which when combined with her more than 30 years’ experience in manufacturing, management, procurement and supply chain gives her a unique insight into today’s business challenges.

Giving back to society is very important to Frances. She wants to leave a legacy of helping others reach their life goals. Since 2005, she’s served as a volunteer and sponsor and is the current Board Chair for Shanghai Sunrise, championing education for a brighter future for disadvantaged youth. In her spare time between her real job and her Sunrise role she travels, keeps fit, plays so-so badminton and enjoys good wine and great food especially when taken together with friends.

I am Dr. Agnieszka I. Kucharska-Bielewicz, a specialist in Internal Medicine with over 20 years of experience, including more than 12 years in Shanghai. My passion for women’s health, particularly during menopause, drives my life. I currently serve as the Medical Chief at Parkway JinQiao Clinic, where I have spent over a decade developing a holistic approach to patient care.

My dedication to continuous learning led me to earn a Family Medicine license from Essex University in London and become a certified Health Coach from New York, specializing in Integrative Nutrition from Stanford  and Lifestyle Medicine. I am also an active member of the International Menopause Society and The Menaopause Society ( North America area- where I’m preparing for Menopause practioner certification), committed to advancing women’s health worldwide. Recently, I was in Melbourne attending for The International Menopause Conference to deepen my understanding of menopause and improve my ability to support women through this critical life stage. My ongoing project, the Menopause Women Center, reflects my dedication to providing comprehensive, multidisciplinary care. I work closely with a team of specialists to offer personalized support to women during their menopausal transition.

I believe that by empowering women with the right knowledge and resources, we can help them navigate menopause with confidence and thrive in the years beyond.

Kay Xu, a driven entrepreneur, founded WeDiscover in 2015 to provide cross-cultural, experiential learning programs in sustainability, innovation, and social entrepreneurship. Education being a key area of focus, she is committed to helping Chinese and international young talents to achieve experiences that transcend cultural boundaries. Kay works across multiple teams to organize forums and conferences themed around tech, sustainability, and diversity & inclusion, including delivering corporate trainings, youth workshops, and environmental educational activities. An advocate for sustainable lifestyles, she works closely with the sustainability community in Shanghai in building healthy mind, body, and planet.

For the past five years, Kay has been organizing Founders Breakfast创早, one of Shanghai’s longest-running weekly startup events. This gathering connects startups and founders with the broader entrepreneurial ecosystem through expert talks and meaningful, trust-based networking. When curating speakers, Kay consistently includes topics such as gender equality, DEI, sustainability, and partnerships, enriching the tech and innovation-focused community.