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Irene’s poise and composure—complementing her understated outfit in neutral tones—caught our eye in the midst of Raffles Place Park.

“I do a lot of running and swimming but about five years ago, I really wanted to box so I found somewhere in Sydney and started.”

“I’m not some super entrepreneurial tiger mom—I'm not that organised. But I just do my best and I think for me, communication is still key.”

“I realise you can always be a better version of yourself. You're still yourself, just better.”

“I grew up in a home that was filled with a love of music. We were always surrounded by vinyls, musicians and access to live music.”

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“Oftentimes, I have to remind myself it's not the destination. It's always about the process.”

“I basically make sure my client’s impossible dreams come true using Visual Effects (VFX).”

“My tattoo is based off a poem that I wrote for myself last year during the Circuit Breaker period. It reflects my general outlook in life.”

“I really like stories, and when people are able to tell stories through either drawings or art, I really like seeing that.”

“People are really just figuring things out along the way, so it’s important to recognise that self-doubt and constant learning will be a factor across your career.”

“I’m grateful to be in a space of privilege where I can have the ability to look beyond myself, to think about things like social justice issues or how to make the world a better place.”