Our trained facilitators
will lead discussions in both small group as well as individual settings. The exercises in the program are designed to aid participants in practical ways in engaging their family members.
Our volunteers,
most of whom have themselves been through the program and experienced its benefit, willingly extend their time and energy to plan, organise and manage events and activities in the hope of helping other families facing difficult and challenging relationships.
Our alumni of members,
known as LYFers, continue to connect in helping each other along their journey towards improving family relations.
Founding members and Executive Commitee
We come from varied backgrounds and share the common view that strong families are the foundation of a strong society.
Founding Members
Andrew and Carolina
Former Lawyer and Homemaker
Andrew is a fifth generation Singaporean who enjoyed his childhood immensely — growing up in the early years of Singapore's independence. ​ An alumnus of Anglo-Chinese School, St. Andrew's School and National Junior College, he completed his national service and went to study law at the London School of Economics. He spent 34 years in private practice, first at Drew & Napier and then at Rajah & Tann, Singapore where he retired as Deputy CEO of Rajah & Tann Asia. In retirement, Andrew keeps himself busy as executive Vice-chair of the Phongsavanh Foundation in Laos. He also serves on the boards of various charities, NGOs and corporations, and plays an occasional game of golf and enjoys taking walks and going for swims. He is husband to loving wife, Carolina, and father to three wonderful sons who are between the ages of 31 and 26 years old. Carolina moved to Singapore from the U.S. and has lived here for the past 34 years. She had first come to Singapore whilst on a student program when she met Andrew. She became a full-time stay-at-home mom after their second son was born and she says it is the most fulfilling decision she has ever made. They are grandparents to a grandson. They are also "humans" to their two dogs. Andrew and Carolina believe passionately in the amazing potential of family to bring out the best in each person. The importance of keeping family relationships healthy and the need to work at imparting sound values to the next generation is something they hold very close to their hearts.
Bernard and Kate
Former Chief Technology Officer and Accountant
Bernard retired a few years ago as Chief Technology Officer of ST Engineering Ltd, in a career spanning over 35 years. He completed three years in corporate advisory with Temasek International. Until recently, he was also a senior advisor at a deep-tech fund of Temasek - Xora Innovations. He also mentors young engineering leaders and advises start-ups. In addition, he is keenly interested in climate change mitigation and is nurturing two initiatives - Green Hydrogen and Carbon Reuse. Bernard served as an Adjunct Professor with the Institute of Engineering Leadership, at NUS. He served 12 years on the Board of Care Corner Ltd, a multi-service charity and was on the board of the School of Science and Technology. Bernard is married to Kate and they have three beautiful daughters and five grandchildren. Kate started her career in PriceWaterhouse as an auditor before moving on as an accountant at Digital Equipment Corporation. She was also financial controller at UK-listed money broking house, Martin-Bierbaum Singapore Pte Ltd, and did part-time work in the field of headhunting before making the call to be a full-time mum. Bernard & Kate believe that strong, healthy families are the tapestry that hold relationships together, and they want to be part of the movement to make our families strong.
Gordon and Glacy
Former Banker turned Coach/Counsellor and Artist
Gordon was a career banker for over thirty years. He retired from banking in 2017 to begin a new season of his life in counselling and coaching. As a trained counsellor with a master's in counselling, he provides pro bono counselling at Wesley Counselling Services. He has been helping couples, particularly in the field of finances. At the same time, he is a certified Gallup CliftonStrength and Motivation Code coach. He focuses on coaching clients in career, leadership and financial planning. Leveraging on his 32 years as an investment advisor to financial institutions and ultra high-net worth clients, he does adjunct work for the Institute of Banking and Finance, and Singapore universities, as well as conducts workshops on financial and mental wellness for corporations. Glacy was a marketing manager for Fast Moving Consumer Goods and left her career to focus on their family when they had their second child. As a homemaker, she soon felt the impending reality of the empty-nest syndrome. This led her to explore options and became a full-time artist nine years ago. A painter in oil and mixed-media medium, she does commission artwork for an illustrious clientele. Gordon and Glacy have been married for 35 years. They have two adult children. Both Gordon and Glacy believe strongly in the institution of marriage. This is reflected in their everyday routines, priorities, family gatherings as well as holidays.
Jin Chong and Hwee Ping
Professional Musicians
Jin Chong and Hwee Ping are both professional classical musicians. Jin Chong was a Public Service Commission  scholar and first violinist in the Singapore Symphony Orchestra (SSO) for 30 years. He also won first prize in the 1987 Rolex Music Competition. Hwee Ping played in the SSO as a freelancer and won several prizes in national music competitions during her student days. Married in 1997, the couple has been blessed with seven lovely children with their youngest child, Isaac, born on Singapore's 50th National Day. From 2013 to 2018, Jin Chong and Hwee Ping, with five of their youngest children, served in Ubon Ratchathani in Northeast Thailand as volunteers, reaching out to the poor and needy, the sick, homeless, prisoners and addicts, orphans and widows, in whatever capacity they could help. Whilst there Jin Chong also taught several young violin students, who went on to successful careers in the Armed Forces orchestras in Bangkok. Now semi-retired in Singapore, they find their hands full just taking care of their children and blessing the community with their music. Jin Chong and Hwee Ping's heart's desire has always been for the healing and restoration of individuals and families.
Sam and Mee Ing
CEO of a Publicly-listed company and
former Banker at Barclays Bank PLC
Sam is an engineer, entrepreneur and innovator. He began his career as an industrial engineer in 1972. He held various senior positions working for United States multi-national corporations based in Asia and the U.S.A. Sam is Founder, Executive Chairman & CEO of Sunright Limited in Singapore and KESM Industries Bhd in Malaysia. A fifty-year veteran of the local semiconductor industry, he has been credited with three-joint patents for testing of devices. In her 20-year banking career, Mee Ing held senior positions in Singapore and Hong Kong for Barclays Bank PLC until her retirement in 1990. She was appointed the first woman director of Barclays Bank (S) Nominees Pte Ltd, and was a member of the Committee on Securities Industry of the Association of Banks in Singapore. Mee Ing was a Director in Sunright Ltd, Singapore. She serves on the Board of KESM Industries Bhd, a public listed Company in Malaysia. Sam and Mee Ing are blessed with two wonderful sons, a lovely daughter in law and two adorable grandchildren. Family bonding is a priority for them - by making every effort to value and appreciate each other; and working towards building strong relationships filled with love, joy and peace.
Executive Committee Members
Victor has spent many years in the area of estate planning as well as being a parenting coach. He and his wife are parents to seven children; for which they have found great joy in raising and home-schooling each one. Victor’s experience gives him unique insights that are especially valuable in the area of strengthening families and relationships. Over the years, Victor has also been highly sought after to share his views on radio and television on topics such as business succession, family office wealth transfer, estate administration and parenting.
Lydia is Singaporean by birth. She grew up in Melbourne, Australia but has lived and worked in several cities including Sydney, Shanghai, and Bologna. She started as a banker, then joined the airline industry before deciding to join her husband to start their own company. Lydia is passionate about  helping families to not just survive but thrive together.  LYF is about making catalytic changes in family relationships and walking alongside individuals who desire to deepen family ties in new and innovative approaches relating to family members. She is excited to partner with like-minded individuals in Love Your Family who have identified the same needs for a more enriching and fulfilling journey in life with their families; building up one family at a time to thrive to become positive contributors to society.​
Cheng Hoo had a distinguished career in the Electronics and Semiconductor industry, managing Product, Quality and Equipment engineering for more than 25 years before switching to become a Human Resource Director in American and German MNCs as well as in a Singapore-listed company. He also spent four years helping with the start-up of a new Wafer Fabrication production plant in Dallas, Texas. He retired from his career and is currently enjoying playing tennis and helping his wife, Pui Yee, in her business in Hong Kong. Pui Yee is a dedicated mother and professional who has balanced family and career with immense skill and devotion. Pui Yee quit her career at Singapore Broadcasting Corp (today’s MediaCorp) to be a full-time homemaker when she was expecting their second child. She is a devoted mother and wife, and together with Cheng Hoo, raised four wonderful children—two boys and two girls. In that time as a homemaker, she also homeschooled their children for ten years, imparting in them with strong values and good educational foundations. After her homeschooling journey, Pui Yee pursued a course in early childhood education, which led her to work in that field for several years. She loves kids and enjoys shaping the character of children in their early years. She was also led to start a business in Hong Kong distributing a multi-functional cooking appliance. She is passionate about using this business to help enable Hong Kong families to enjoy more time together over a good home-cooked meal. She has successfully operated this business in Hong Kong for over 10 years. Cheng Hoo and Pui Yee strongly believe in creating a nurturing and supportive environment for their children even in their grown-up years. They are passionate about influencing others to devote intentional efforts towards building strong and loving family relations.
Bryan is a seasoned business executive with 40 years of expertise in enterprise business, digital solutions, and regional development across the Asia Pacific. His extensive career spans leadership roles within multinational corporations, driving digital transformation and operational excellence. As an executive coach, speaker and consultant, Bryan has worked with many people and teams across different cultures, to refine their business strategies and achieve excellence. Bryan is married to Pauline for 38 years and have two adult children, a son who is a lawyer and a daughter who is a doctor.