Beehive Podcast

Nataliya is in conversation with Ryan Babel, a Dutch professional Footballer talking about mindset, the people you surround yourself with and looking beyond football.

This is a great opportunity to hear how Ryan, who debuted as a professional footballer just after his seventeenth birthday, has adjusted to the world of football and been able to look forward to what he will do beyond his professional football career. Ryan also opens up about the status of his romantic life and talks about his 'old school' values when it comes to dating.

Understanding who you are and what you want from life are the foundations for creating the life you want and Ryan shares the values that underpin his approach to life and how he has worked to surround himself with like-minded people.

KEY TAKEAWAYS

• I have been preparing for my life after professional football through self-growth with people in the business space.
• I’m trying to attract those people who can help me moving forward and grow more.
• As a football player you are travelling so I don’t own a home. I have invested money in property because as a footballer you can be in a place for only a short amount of time.
• I become a professional football player at seventeen and a whole new world opened up to me.
• It was a journey for me to try and understand that I do like to be in the spotlight but that I don’t like to associate with those sorts of people
• Now  I know who I want to be around it’s a small group but they are important to me.
• Values are important you should treat people in the way you would like to be treated - with respect.
• My interest now is about meeting the right people and building a successful business
• You need to understand how money works and everyone has the ability to learn about money and make it work for them.
• You need to know how to make money work for you and this means you have to develop a wealth mindset.
• When you surround yourself with like-minded people you are influenced and can learn from them.
• I’m now more aware and strategic with social media and am using it to build a brand outside of my football status.

BEST MOMENTS

‘After professional football, you have your whole life in front of you’

‘To begin anything new you have to be prepared to invest in yourself’

‘There are lots of people who want to share your energy’

VALUABLE RESOURCES

Beehive Household podcast

ABOUT THE HOST

Nataliya Lloyd is a finance expert and after 15 years of studying and working in the industry, she changed tack and went with her dream of becoming an entrepreneur and followed her creative call.  She is now the owner of Nataliya Lloyd Interiors, with an Interior Design certification from the Chelsea College of Arts. Nataliya is also the Finance Director and a supporter of the charity Professors Without Borders, which specialises in providing university-level short education courses in developing countries. She is a member of a pre-eminent members’ club for women in business - The Sorority. But most importantly, she is a wife, daughter and a mother. You can connect with Nataliya on:

LinkedIn https://www.linkedin.com/in/nataliya-lloyd-32a24547/

Instagram https://www.instagram.com/nataliyalloydinteriors/

Facebook https://www.facebook.com/NataliyaLloydInteriors/

And her website: www.nataliyalloydinteriors.com    

Nataliya is talking to Heikha Intisar a princess from Kuwait's Royal Family. She is the founder and editorial director of Lulua Publishing and the Founder of Alnowair, which is a not-for-profit positivity initiative. Following one of her passions, Sheikha has also founded Intisars which is a jewellery design company, where each piece is made by hand, making it truly unique.

Her Highness Intisar is an author, columnist, entrepreneur but most of all she is a philanthropist. She has established the Intisar Foundation to support women who struggle in war situations. Being highly influential in Kuwaiti society, Sheikha Intisar is wholly dedicated to the issues of education, health, child protection, human rights and woman rights.

She has been involved with spreading awareness and raising funds for the victims of the Syrian War. She is also an active member of the Human Rights Watch Kuwait chapter, an organization that promotes justice and human rights across the globe. Additionally, she has organized with the International Committee of the Red Cross many initiatives such as a roundtable discussion that sheds light on the plight of Arab women in war.

KEY TAKEAWAYS

• Having a relationship with the people who are part of your family is very important.
• Living with others in your family is something to be proud of and merging the generations together is important.
• To shame someone for their choice is wrong everyone is entitled to make their own choice.
• The West has found the pandemic harder because they are separated from family and haven’t got any contact.
• When people live together in the same space they are less judgemental of each other.
• If you want to be positive in life only have things around you that bring you joy and good memories.
• People buy and hoard artwork because of the monetary value but you can have something that makes you feel rich emotionally and I surround myself with things that bring me joy.
• My grandmother was very courageous and her courage came from believing in herself.
• The more you learn to share your experiences the more you are able to see them from different perspectives.
• It’s not about other people it’s about you and what you are doing
• When you are living your own truth what others are saying and doing is not important.
• When you stay within your own business you are empowered because you can always change yourself
• Love yourself enough to accept who you are and then you will also love others for who they are.
• When you stay within your own business you are empowered because you can always change yourself.

BEST MOMENTS

‘Everything around my house makes me smile’

‘Family is a beautiful life support system’

‘I learned from my grandmother to be fearless’

VALUABLE RESOURCES

Beehive Household podcast

https://intisars.com

ABOUT THE HOST

Nataliya Lloyd is a finance expert and after 15 years of studying and working in the industry, she changed tack and went with her dream of becoming an entrepreneur and followed her creative call.  She is now the owner of Nataliya Lloyd Interiors, with an Interior Design certification from the Chelsea College of Arts. Nataliya is also the Finance Director and a supporter of the charity Professors Without Borders, which specialises in providing university-level short education courses in developing countries. She is a member of a pre-eminent members’ club for women in business - The Sorority. But most importantly, she is a wife, daughter and a mother. You can connect with Nataliya on:

LinkedIn https://www.linkedin.com/in/nataliya-lloyd-32a24547/

Instagram https://www.instagram.com/nataliyalloydinteriors/

Facebook https://www.facebook.com/NataliyaLloydInteriors/

And her website: www.nataliyalloydinteriors.com    

How do you create the right environment when working from home, where your unique mind can thrive?

Nataliya is talking with Dr. Tamara Russell an experienced clinical psychologist, martial artist (with a black belt in Shaolin Kung Fu) and neuroscientist who brings unique and multiple perspectives to mindfulness teaching, thinking, therapy and research. Currently, she is the Director of the Mindfulness Centre of Excellence in London and a visiting Lecturer at King's College London, she is also a mindfulness consultant, trainer and speaker in a wide variety of settings, including education and health. Tamara's first book, Mindfulness in Motion, has been sold internationally.

This is a great opportunity to hear about what is possible and how we can all learn more about our own minds and creating the right environment if we understand more about the value of mindful movement and that the journey of life is a spiral and not ever linear.

KEY TAKEAWAYS

• The transitional pause is a brain hack designed for geographical, cognitive and emotional
• The movement of the physical body supports mental movement
• In complexity  we need simple solutions, move your body for self-care, kindness and physical health
• We have to put mindfulness into our daily lives and this can be achieved through the active pause, taking a moment to look within.
• There are four cognitive tasks involved in a mindful moment – paying attention, mind wandering, noticing and coming back each of which uses different networks in the brain.
• Those who are cognitively diverse are just differently wired within one of their networks.
• We need to approach things with curiosity, compassion and courage to find out what people need.
• All the science tells us that the capacity to activate, operate and use learning is fundamentally set on top of an emotional system.
• Put your hand on your heart and ask ‘what’s true and important for me right now’ in doing this you are regulating the vagus nerve and activating your soothing system and relaxation response. You are using your brain to regulate your body.

BEST MOMENTS

‘Mindful movement and mindful stretching is very underutilised’

‘The journey of life is a spiral not linear’

‘To get to know your own mind is effortful to begin to train your mind is effortful’

VALUABLE RESOURCES

Use the links below to connect with Dr. Tamara Russell

www.drtamararussell.com

Dr. Tamara Russell | LinkedIn

www.mindfulnesscentreofexcellence.com

Books by Dr.Tamara Russell:

'#What is Mindfulness?'; 'Mindfulness in Motion: A happier, healthier life through body-centred meditation'

ABOUT THE HOST

Nataliya Lloyd is a finance expert and after 15 years of studying and working in the industry, she changed tack and went with her dream of becoming an entrepreneur and followed her creative call.  She is now the owner of Nataliya Lloyd Interiors, with an Interior Design certification from the Chelsea College of Arts. Nataliya is also the Finance Director and a supporter of the charity Professors Without Borders, which specialises in providing university-level short education courses in developing countries. She is a member of a pre-eminent members’ club for women in business - The Sorority. But most importantly, she is a wife, daughter and a mother. You can connect with Nataliya on:

LinkedIn https://www.linkedin.com/in/nataliya-lloyd-32a24547/

Instagram https://www.instagram.com/nataliyalloydinteriors/

Facebook https://www.facebook.com/NataliyaLloydInteriors/

And her website: www.nataliyalloydinteriors.com    

Paula MacKenzie - Managing Director of KFC UK & Ireland talks to Nataliya about her Arts and Crafts house and how using interior designers helped her to achieve the harmonious themes that run throughout the house whilst recognising its unique history. For Paula,  home is her sanctuary so being in surroundings that are ascetically pleasing is what creates a relaxing environment.

As someone who leads a huge organisation that is recognised by everyone she also discusses how when faced with an enormous business challenge it’s all about drawing on inner strength and how in doing this you become stronger and better prepared moving forward.

KEY TAKEAWAYS

• The house is an Arts and Crafts house and we used interior designers to help us achieve what we wanted in conjunction with the era and history.
• The house is tied to the outside around it.
• There is a harmonious theme running throughout the house.
• The rooms speak to each other.
• Creatively with an interior designer I have got the house I wanted.
• It’s important to prioritise communication.
• What things look like is important to me so when things are how I want them ascetically pleasing I can relax.
• I can’t work in my office unless the environment is right.
• Weekends are the opportunity to relax and potter about in the house
• Any experience even those that are challenging are about learning and put you in a stronger position moving forward.
• You draw on your inner strength and become stronger because of it.
• When you are in a difficult situation you need to go slower not faster to solve the problem effectively.

BEST MOMENTS

‘I love it every time I come in; my home is my sanctuary’

‘I’ve realised how important my surroundings are to me as I’ve got older’

‘I’m an all  or nothing person’

VALUABLE RESOURCES

Beehive Household podcast

ABOUT THE HOST

Nataliya Lloyd is a finance expert and after 15 years of studying and working in the industry, she changed tack and went with her dream of becoming an entrepreneur and followed her creative call.  She is now the owner of Nataliya Lloyd Interiors, with an Interior Design certification from the Chelsea College of Arts. Nataliya is also the Finance Director and a supporter of the charity Professors Without Borders, which specialises in providing university-level short education courses in developing countries. She is a member of a pre-eminent members’ club for women in business - The Sorority. But most importantly, she is a wife, daughter and a mother. You can connect with Nataliya on:

LinkedIn https://www.linkedin.com/in/nataliya-lloyd-32a24547/

Instagram https://www.instagram.com/nataliyalloydinteriors/

Facebook https://www.facebook.com/NataliyaLloydInteriors/

And her website: www.nataliyalloydinteriors.com    

Miles Hartwell is the co-founder of Splinterworks and in collaboration with his business partner, Matt Withington re-imagines familiar items to create ambitious beautiful crafted functioning sculpture.

He talks to Nataliya about how Splinterworks began and some of the iconic pieces, including the hammock bath, that they have created and the fascinating design process that underpins their work.

KEY TAKEAWAYS

• This is not pure art, it’s not just decorative its functional art, the pieces have a purpose and function to fulfil.
• Sculpture can be defined in many ways it may be a witty take on things
• The poolside design has become a huge part of our business following the design of the stainless steel slide.
• People have been reconnected with their homes recently and have been looking at the possibilities for their homes in a different way.
• We have now reached the point where we have an extensive portfolio and potential clients can see that we can deliver some interesting possibilities.
• The movement of light around a room is really important it can make a room appear bigger
• When you are working it can be important to separate your work from your home space
• It can be important to try and view the world from a different viewpoint.

BEST MOMENTS

‘The kitchen was designed by me to have some angles and encourage people to not only get together but move around in the space’

‘There is architectural thought in every room’

‘Art is a way of us doing something together’

VALUABLE RESOURCES

Beehive Household podcast

Splinterworks

ABOUT THE HOST

Nataliya Lloyd is a finance expert and after 15 years of studying and working in the industry, she changed tack and went with her dream of becoming an entrepreneur and followed her creative call.  She is now the owner of Nataliya Lloyd Interiors, with an Interior Design certification from the Chelsea College of Arts. Nataliya is also the Finance Director and a supporter of the charity Professors Without Borders, which specialises in providing university-level short education courses in developing countries. She is a member of a pre-eminent members’ club for women in business - The Sorority. But most importantly, she is a wife, daughter and a mother. You can connect with Nataliya on:

LinkedIn https://www.linkedin.com/in/nataliya-lloyd-32a24547/

Instagram https://www.instagram.com/nataliyalloydinteriors/

Facebook https://www.facebook.com/NataliyaLloydInteriors/

And her website: www.nataliyalloydinteriors.com    

Happy New Year, my dear listeners and welcome to the Beehive Household New Year Special! For those who are wondering what is in the stars for 2021, I’m super excited to introduce my guest today – she is one of the most successful and highly regarded media astrologers in the world – Shelley Von Strunckel!

Shelley is a California-born sun sign astrologer and is best known to the public for her newspaper and magazine columns. In 1992 she created the first-ever astrological column in the UK Sunday Times newspaper. She’s also written columns for Hong Kong's South China Morning Post, the Gulf News, English Vogue, French and Chinese Vogue and the Times of India. Her daily horoscope column runs in the Evening Standard and loved by many here in the UK, and she is a popular guest on radio and television.

The start of Shelley’s career was in the fashion business where she worked as an assistant buyer, studying the psychology of dress and the history of costume at the same time, as in her own words ‘she’s always been interested in what makes people tick’. And astrology was part of this extensive study. And it developed from a subject of curiosity into a successful career, particularly when she was discovered by a renowned astrologer, Patrick Walker, and became his heir for the London Evening Standard column.

KEY TAKEAWAYS

• With astrology, many think it’s about a fixed destiny but now in today’s world prediction is something different.
• I talk to clients about what makes them tick. It’s about being self-aware and strategic.
• Everyone has blind spots and I help people to see those areas.
• I’m fascinated by what drives trends, which are driven by what people perceive as true.
• Meditation is a single state but there are many different ways to achieve that state.
• Those who meditate have an improved immune system and are calmer.
• We have lived in a world that has so little inner reference people don’t understand because we haven’t been taught how to regard our inner world.
• The way the world is perceived is in cycles, slowly the world is changing and people are more open to things.
• Worth comes from inside but many people don’t know how to develop it and It hasn’t been treated as an objective in life or education.
• The way the world is at the moment is an opportunity for re-evaluation of values.
• The meaning of network now is about close connections and friendships.

BEST MOMENTS

‘My drug of choice is opera because it’s so visual and going out to the opera is so enriching’

‘I have a great capacity for writing’

‘Astrology is about cycles’

VALUABLE RESOURCES

Beehive Household podcast

ABOUT THE HOST

Nataliya Lloyd is a finance expert and after 15 years of studying and working in the industry, she changed tack and went with her dream of becoming an entrepreneur and followed her creative call.  She is now the owner of Nataliya Lloyd Interiors, with an Interior Design certification from the Chelsea College of Arts. Nataliya is also the Finance Director and a supporter of the charity Professors Without Borders, which specialises in providing university-level short education courses in developing countries. She is a member of a pre-eminent members’ club for women in business - The Sorority. But most importantly, she is a wife, daughter and a mother. You can connect with Nataliya on:

LinkedIn https://www.linkedin.com/in/nataliya-lloyd-32a24547/

Instagram https://www.instagram.com/nataliyalloydinteriors/

Facebook https://www.facebook.com/NataliyaLloydInteriors/

And her website: www.nataliyalloydinteriors.com    

On this episode, I’m very honoured to be talking to Olga Balakleets, the CEO of international events company Ensemble Productions which organises cultural and philanthropic projects worldwide.  She is also a Founder of a global platform Theatrum Vitae which is designed to transcend barriers and unite people around the world through a unique synthesis of performing and visual arts and create a lasting cultural legacy for many years to come. She is also a Founder and CEO of an international platform Creative Women since 2016 promoting female entrepreneurs.

Olga’s passion for performing and visual arts started from her childhood, being born and growing up in Russia, she was learning to play piano from a very young age. She is a renowned award-winning concert pianist who appeared at many international music festivals and as a soloist with orchestras such as the Royal Philharmonic Orchestra, Moscow Philharmonic Orchestra, BBC Big Band.

 Olga has been acting as an adviser on cultural matters to various governments and particular closely works with the Ministries of Culture of the Russian Federation, Cyprus and Hong Kong, with the Mayor of London, British Parliament, the Russian State Duma and the Presidential Palace of Cyprus.
For her services, she has been awarded numerous prestigious awards including the Honorary Silver Order “Social Recognition” by the Westminster Russia Forum and “Social Recognition” National Fund in Russia for her contributions to the strengthening of friendship, humanitarian and cultural cooperation between Russia and the United Kingdom. Recently Olga has received a nomination for the highest Award for a Russian living outside Russia, the Pushkin Medal authorised by President Vladimir Putin which has been presented to her at the Russian Embassy in London in June 2019. 

Olga is opening up about her humble upbringing in Russia and financial struggles in younger years. She talks about her homes in different stages of her life and her path to success. We discuss Olga’s relationships with her close ones, lifestyle, interior preferences, extremely busy schedule and much more. It’s a very inspirational conversation filled with love for music, visual and performing arts and, of course, Russian culture.  

KEY TAKEAWAYS

• Every day of my life is different which brings me inspiration and keeps me energised.
• I hope that this rhythm and style of living inspires those who are around me who are part of my projects and life.
• My life growing up was very different to my life now and it makes you appreciate what you have now.
• When I owned my first flat in London I began to look at designing the interiors.
• When I met my husband our passions and interests were aligned and we have great understanding and respect for each other.
• Art is something that makes your soul sing.
• The global platform Theatrum Vitae has brought everyone together to develop new projects and events that celebrate the Arts.
• My home in Cyprus is near the sea and as someone who was born close to the sea, it’s very important to me.
• There is a large and important Russian community in Cyprus and we have been able to hold several concerts there.
• When I have any time for myself listening or playing music is what helps me to relax.
• We are planning a small but beautiful Christmas with lots of music.
• The Russian spirit is very important and celebrating Christmas in the New Year is always very special.
• If you celebrate the New Year positively it will mean that the year will continue in this way.

BEST MOMENTS

‘I have a vision and passion for what I do and I have a passion for Russia’

‘The act of tidying can make me feel balanced and calm’

‘As someone creative, I love decorating desserts using different forms’

VALUABLE RESOURCES

Beehive Household podcast

ABOUT THE HOST

Nataliya Lloyd is a finance expert and after 15 years of studying and working in the industry, she changed tack and went with her dream of becoming an entrepreneur and followed her creative call.  She is now the owner of Nataliya Lloyd Interiors, with an Interior Design certification from the Chelsea College of Arts. Nataliya is also the Finance Director and a supporter of the charity Professors Without Borders, which specialises in providing university-level short education courses in developing countries. She is a member of a pre-eminent members’ club for women in business - The Sorority. But most importantly, she is a wife, daughter and a mother. You can connect with Nataliya on:

LinkedIn https://www.linkedin.com/in/nataliya-lloyd-32a24547/

Instagram https://www.instagram.com/nataliyalloydinteriors/

Facebook https://www.facebook.com/NataliyaLloydInteriors/

And her website: www.nataliyalloydinteriors.com    

My guest today is Khadija Kalifa, who is best known for being a finalist on Lord Sugar’s reality TV show The Apprentice in 2018. After that life-changing experience, she became a serial entrepreneur, blogger, motivational speaker, business mentor and consultant. Setting up an award-winning brand ‘Keeping it real with Khadija’, she has helped over 30 businesses to scale with consultancy and mentorship support, trained entrepreneurs in marketing and podcasting and was voted a top 10 motivational speaker in 2019. And all these achievements whilst being a devoted mother to three little girls, with the youngest being only a couple of months old. We recorded this interview with Khadija in the midst of the first lockdown and with Khadija being pregnant with her third daughter, so we did it over Zoom. And since then, Khadija has opened a soft play café Full of Beans Bourne just outside of Peterborough where she lives.

On this episode we peek behind the closed doors of Khadija’s home life, her relationships with her close ones, her wins and also the challenges that she has faced and is still dealing with.

KEY TAKEAWAYS

• I like to choose my own things and follow the Kardashians style with quirky architectural pieces.
• My routine is built around my children and school. I could leverage the school run but I feel more connected and more hands-on as a mum if I do it.
• Being a part of the ‘The Apprentice’ gave me lots of confidence in myself and my ability in business.
• Since launching ‘Keep It Real with Khadija’ I’ve generated over a hundred thousand in revenue through mentoring and consulting.
• I’m just a normal person but being on the program has given me credibility and opened a lot of doors for me.
• My mindset is about understanding that everyone has problems but it’s about getting on with it and moving forward with an open mind.
• Having to grow up quickly means I’m achieving more now than some other people do in a lifetime.
• I’m open about everything that happened to me because I want others to understand that if they are going through something similar, it’s normal.
• I have learnt that you can channel anxiety and any worries in a constructive way.

BEST MOMENTS

‘The Apprentice experience and being away from my family was very intense’

‘What keeps me at peace is staying busy’

‘Being a part of the ‘The Apprentice’ gave me lots of confidence in myself’

VALUABLE RESOURCES

Beehive Household podcast

ABOUT THE HOST

Nataliya Lloyd is a finance expert and after 15 years of studying and working in the industry, she changed tack and went with her dream of becoming an entrepreneur and followed her creative call.  She is now the owner of Nataliya Lloyd Interiors, with an Interior Design certification from the Chelsea College of Arts. Nataliya is also the Finance Director and a supporter of the charity Professors Without Borders, which specialises in providing university-level short education courses in developing countries. She is a member of a pre-eminent members’ club for women in business - The Sorority. But most importantly, she is a wife, daughter and a mother. You can connect with Nataliya on:

LinkedIn https://www.linkedin.com/in/nataliya-lloyd-32a24547/

Instagram https://www.instagram.com/nataliyalloydinteriors/

Facebook https://www.facebook.com/NataliyaLloydInteriors/

And her website: www.nataliyalloydinteriors.com    

This success story full of passion, compassion and respect is the journey of award-winning chef, philanthropist and owner of Tredwells Restaurant, Chantelle Nicholson.

As a founding member of Chefs’ Manifesto Chantelle discusses her holistic approach to business and why understanding people and the planet is of such huge importance if we are to support and respect livelihoods and the world moving forwards. With a passion for food and creating sustainability she applies a consciousness approach to all areas of her life including her cooking and business and explains how team-work and passion can create the ultimate restaurant dining experience.

KEY TAKEAWAYS

• Having your own restaurant is about the people around you and growing through working with a team to prosper
• The Chefs Manifesto is about people and the planet it’s understanding the need to respect the planet along with the livelihoods and cultures of people.
• It’s a shift to thinking more holistically about the business, what goes into it and the outcomes.
• It’s moving forward running a business in a circular way particularly with the people who are involved with.
• It’s about a positive responsible way to run a business for the planet and people.
• When you are the leader you have the responsibility and in any kitchen, this is the chef.
• Food in a restaurant is a huge collaborative effort and you need everyone in the kitchen to be on the journey with you.
• You need energy in the kitchen because there are expectations that need to be fulfilled in terms of quality and time and consistency.
• Creating positive energy in a kitchen is what makes things happen.
• There is nothing better in a kitchen than when everything comes together and it flows like a ballet creating what people want.

BEST MOMENTS

‘Food is of the moment so everyone needs to be with you’

I had a real passion and when you are learning you want to continue

‘For me, food is about getting a little bit of everything in each mouthful’

VALUABLE RESOURCES

Beehive Household podcast

Planted by Chantelle Nicholson

Chantelle Nicholson

ABOUT THE HOST

Nataliya Lloyd is a finance expert and after 15 years of studying and working in the industry, she changed tack and went with her dream of becoming an entrepreneur and followed her creative call.  She is now the owner of Nataliya Lloyd Interiors, with an Interior Design certification from the Chelsea College of Arts. Nataliya is also the Finance Director and a supporter of the charity Professors Without Borders, which specialises in providing university-level short education courses in developing countries. She is a member of a pre-eminent members’ club for women in business - The Sorority. But most importantly, she is a wife, daughter and a mother. You can connect with Nataliya on:

LinkedIn https://www.linkedin.com/in/nataliya-lloyd-32a24547/

Instagram https://www.instagram.com/nataliyalloydinteriors/

Facebook https://www.facebook.com/NataliyaLloydInteriors/

And her website: www.nataliyalloydinteriors.com    

Nataliya continues her conversation with Tessy Antony de Nassau, former HRH Princess of Luxembourg, founder and a partner in Finding Butterflies Consulting and co-founder of the charity Professors Without Borders who specialise in providing quality education all over the world.

They discuss the work that Tessy does and the importance of understanding and respecting others. Everyone is individual and it’s vital to live by your values and have people around you who both support, challenge and inspire you.

KEY TAKEAWAYS

• As part of the royal family, we attended beautiful events in Luxembourg and it was a great way to stay in contact with my roots.
• It’s important to never forget where you have come from.
• Not every human is alike and that’s how it should in the world.
• When I look back on my marriage it was a wonderful time and I smile and as I look to the future I smile.
• By respecting other people, I hope that they will do the same for me.
• As a woman, you have something special to give because you are a carrier of life.
• The guidance I received from the royal family was very important.
• I have never felt as if I wasn’t free, I have always lived by my values and ethics
• Your mind is a fragile thing and it’s important to be aware of the information you take in.
• I love hosting and I enjoy entertaining my friends.
• It’s a part of me to connect with my friends and there are always new things to find out about.
• I surround myself with people who inspire and challenge me.
• You are the sum of the people who are around you.

BEST MOMENTS

‘I have precious projects in my life that I keep to myself and enjoy them as they grow and progress’

‘What is the world without good news?’

ABOUT THE GUEST

Tessy Antony de Nassau is the former HRH Princess of Luxembourg. She is the founder of and a partner in Finding Butterflies Consulting, which is focused on corporate social responsibility projects in education and female empowerment. She is a co-founder of the charity Professors Without Borders, specialising in providing quality education all over the world. Tessy is an UNAids Global Advocate for Young Women and Adolescent Girls and the patron at UNA-UK. Tessy is also the Co-Founder of Human Highness Couture.

ABOUT THE HOST

Nataliya Lloyd is a finance expert and after 15 years of studying and working in the industry, she changed tack and went with her dream of becoming an entrepreneur and followed her creative call.  She is now the owner of Nataliya Lloyd Interiors, with an Interior Design certification from the Chelsea College of Arts. Nataliya is also the Finance Director and a supporter of the charity Professors Without Borders, which specialises in providing university-level short education courses in developing countries. She is a member of a pre-eminent members’ club for women in business - The Sorority. But most importantly, she is a wife, daughter and a mother. You can connect with Nataliya on:

LinkedIn https://www.linkedin.com/in/nataliya-lloyd-32a24547/

Instagram https://www.instagram.com/nataliyalloydinteriors/

Facebook https://www.facebook.com/NataliyaLloydInteriors/

And her website: www.nataliyalloydinteriors.com