Unlock APAC

Unlock is a UK & Hong Kong based company which helps innovative consumer electronics accessory brands launch, or expand, in EMEA & APAC regions. We have worked with some of the world's most recognisable accessory brands to help them lay world class foundations. Key areas of expertise lie in creating and executing a strategy for both regions. We appoint the best distribution partners, secure retail placements in the right channels and underpin this with a smart approach to Amazon and online. We support our clients with advice on packaging, compliance, certifications, pricing, contracts and logistics. Put simply, we are a smart alternative to hiring your own team and can help accelerate your journey in EMEA & APAC.

Founder & Director

Sphero

Responsible for all retail/online/education sales in the APAC region.

Sales Director APAC

Channel Facilities APAC Ltd.

Channel Facilities APAC is a sales consulting and brand expansion company helping you to break through the distribution clutter and deliver results that shape your reputation, build your brand and move your business.

Our team is composed of brand architects who are skilled in building effective business strategies for both emerging and established brands within the Asia-Pacific market. Our passion is geared towards the launch of products that are innovative and/or design focused.

We also believe that the definition of success resides in people and partnership, which is why we’ve built up for 5+ years some long relationships with well-respected distribution and premium retail partners in order to bring a careful attention on your brand expansion.

We are located in Hong Kong that we think to be the perfect hub-city in Asia-Pacific to help you achieve your business growth objectives and become a world-class brand.

Channel Facilities APAC becomes your remote partner in Asia-Pacific managing your brand expansion from bottom to top at a controlled pace.

Founder and Managing Director

Business, Product and Sales Consulting

Provide a broad variety of consultancy services via recognised expertise and experience in Business, Product and Sales management
•	Introduction and launching of new brands and product lines into the APAC market
•	Development of business plans, commercial strategies and brand awareness
•	Sales, operations, administration, key account and customer relationship management

Business Consultant

Native Union

• Strategically planned the geographical layout of the brand distribution in APAC and implemented the relevant successful strategies for achieving set sales targets through existing and new channel distributors.

• Directed the collaborative Sales & Marketing and Product Development, annual and long-range brand planning cycle.

• Developed & implemented consumer communications strategies across the APAC region in collaboration with brand principals.

Head of Sales - Asia Pacific / Middle East

• Launched and successfully distributed Native Union brand in 14 International Markets: France, Belgium, Spain, Turkey, Greece, Thailand, Malaysia, Philippines, Australia, Indonesia, Singapore, Japan, Mainland China and South Korea.

• Achieved a total turnover of 3 Million USD in 2011 and 5 million in 2012.

• Managed and built strong relationships with distributors and premium retailers in the industry through business trips and attendance to international trade shows.

• Established the brand positioning among a diverse network covering IT, CE, Telco, Design, Gift and Fashion channels.

Business Development Manager

Aimer Group

• Supervised the implementation of new Aimer stores in Saudi Arabia, Singapore and Hong Kong.

• Participated to the creation of a new membership program for clients of the brand in abroad markets.

• Identified and liaised with other lingerie brands to offer them ‘ODM’ services and production facilities.

🌟 Crafting Success at the Intersection of Passion and Expertise 🌟

Bonjour! I'm AJ, a dynamic and driven professional with a passport full of experiences and a heart set on making waves in the world of business. Originally hailing from the picturesque landscapes of France, I've found my current home and hustle in the vibrant metropolis of Hong Kong.

My journey has been a tapestry woven with threads of innovation, quality, and technology, influenced profoundly by the titans of industry I've had the privilege to work alongside. With over a decade of diverse experiences under my belt, I've navigated the intricate landscapes of Consumer Electronics, Toys, Education, Design, and Fashion, leaving a trail of success in my wake.

What sets me apart? It's not just about the titles or accolades—it's about the relentless pursuit of excellence. Armed with a robust skill set encompassing sales, marketing, product lifecycle management, and supply chain expertise, I thrive on immersing myself in every facet of a business to drive unparalleled success.

But beyond the boardrooms and sales pitches, I'm a staunch believer in the power of storytelling—the heartbeat of brand building. I place great emphasis on cultivating genuine, sustainable relationships founded on trust and integrity, because I understand that true success is built on a foundation of authenticity.

When I'm not charting the course for business triumphs, you'll find me embracing the great outdoors, whether it's pounding the pavement on a morning run, conquering mountain trails, or pushing my limits in fitness training. And let's not forget my wanderlust—my passion for travel not only fuels my adventurous spirit but also enriches my global perspective, seamlessly aligning with my professional pursuits.

So, why wait? Let's connect and explore the boundless opportunities to collaborate and co-create success together in the Asia-Pacific region. Whether you're a fellow trailblazer or a kindred spirit, I'm here to turn visions into victories. To contact me, you can drop me a DM or email me on aurelien@unlock-apac.com.

Aurelien Joly

Argyll Scott

As the Client Services Director in APAC, I am responsible for the creation and design of leading-edge, recruitment solutions for clients, utilizing the technology, infrastructure and skills that we possess across our Asia Pacific Permanent and Contracting businesses.

Relying on my strengths in relationship management, I provides candidates and clients with professional insight into a space that can often be ambiguous and have successfully partnered with organizations to create bespoke solutions directly tied to their strategic hiring objectives.

Client Services Director - APAC

Responsible for managing our Human Resources, Digital & Sales/Marketing divisions across Singapore and South East Asia markets.

Areas of specialization include; all middle to senior management HR generalist and specialist positions including;

•	HR Director / Manager / Business Partner
•	Compensation & Benefits / Total Rewards
•	Talent Management / Learning / Organisation Development
•	HR Change Management / Projects / HRIS

Culminating over 15 years of recruitment experience in London, Beijing and Hong Kong, I rely on my strengths in relationship management to provide candidates and clients with professional insight into a space that can often times be ambiguous.

Director - HR, Digital, Sales & Marketing

Associate Director

Managing Executive - Human Resources

Principal Consultant

Senior Consultant - Commerce

Tigerhall

Tigerhall is a knowledge infrastructure platform. I am leveraging my years of professional experience and everything I have learnt along the way to pay it forward with Tigerhall.

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Martin Ward Anderson

Senior Consultant

Beijing Xicheng Foreign Languages School

English Language Teacher

Client Services Director @ Argyll Scott | Bespoke Recruitment Solutions

With over 18 years of recruitment experience in London, Beijing, Hong Kong, and Singapore, I am the Client Services Director in APAC at Argyll Scott, a global recruitment firm that challenges the stereotypes and myths of the industry and shows clients and candidates how we do things differently. 

As a certified personal fitness trainer and a large account management process expert, I combine my passion for health and wellness with my skills in relationship management and recruitment solutions design. I partner with organizations to create bespoke and leading-edge solutions that align with their strategic hiring objectives and deliver value across the Asia Pacific region. I also manage and mentor our specialist teams in human resources, digital, sales and marketing, and other sectors and functions that we cover.

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