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Pod on Purpose

Melissa Tan - From Boardroom to Playroom: Exploring Life as a CEO Mum

Sep 25, 2024
27:22

We’re exploring purposeful minds and the process to understanding the meaning of purpose and impact at The Alice Smith School.

Episode Summary

Alice Smith School alumna Melissa Tan, a former CEO turned full-time mother, shares her inspiring journey from fitting in at school to studying in Cardiff and Oxford, UK to leading her family's natural latex mattress business (Getha) and ultimately choosing to prioritise family life. In this episode, Melissa candidly discusses the challenges she faced in balancing her professional ambitions with the demands of motherhood, as well as the unexpected joys of being present for her two daughters. She also delves into her passions for mental health and staying active through running. Join Melissa as she invites listeners to connect with her on Instagram, where she shares more about her experiences and insights into navigating life as a CEO mum. 

Links online

Melissa Tan on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/melissatcy

School website: www.alice-smith.edu.my

This episode was produced by The Bonjour Agency.

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