Notable Roles | - Founder & CEO of Hegen Pte Ltd |
Key Recognition | - EY Entrepreneur of the Year Singapore (2023) |
Background and Early Foundations
Yvon Bock was born on January 1, 1979, in Singapore. She pursued a degree in Computational Finance and Mathematics at the National University of Singapore and later completed a Fashion Design course at the Nanyang Academy of Fine Arts. Her early career included a stint in sales and marketing at Deutsche Asset Management Group Limited. Motivated by her personal experiences as a mother of four and a decade-long journey of breastfeeding, Bock became an International Board-Certified Lactation Consultant (IBCLC).
Career Milestones and Impact
Year | Milestone |
|---|---|
2014 | Founded Hegen to innovate breastfeeding products. |
2015 | Launched Hegen's patented Press-to-Close, Twist-to-Open (PCTO) feeding system. |
2021 | Opened the Hegen Experiential Centre and Lactation Centre in Singapore. |
2023 | Named EY Entrepreneur of the Year Singapore and will represent Singapore at the EY World Entrepreneur of the Year award in 2024. |
- Global Reach: Hegen products are available in over 24 international markets, including China and the USA.
- Product Innovation: Hegen’s feeding system integrates expressing, storing, and feeding breast milk in a single container, minimizing wastage and simplifying the breastfeeding process.
- Awards: Recipient of multiple accolades, including the Asia’s Women Empowerment Award and recognition from the Great Women of Our Time.
Leadership Style and Influence
Yvon Bock’s leadership is characterized by empathy-driven innovation. Her firsthand experiences as a mother inform her approach to product development, ensuring that Hegen’s offerings address real challenges faced by breastfeeding mothers. She emphasizes sustainable design and user-centric solutions, fostering a culture of continuous improvement and maternal support.
Legacy and Future Focus
Yvon Bock’s journey from a personal challenge to global entrepreneurship exemplifies the impact of purpose-driven innovation. Through Hegen, she has transformed the breastfeeding experience for countless mothers worldwide. Looking ahead, Bock aims to further expand Hegen’s global footprint and continue developing products that empower mothers and support families in their parenting journeys.
