In this conversation, Christine shares her journey of movingfrom Arizona to New Zealand with her family. She discusses the immigration process, settling into a new culture, and the differences in healthcare mental health systems. Christine reflects on her experiences in Hawke's Bay andChristchurch. She also offers insights into navigating the local systems and shares her thoughts on the benefits of living in New Zealand.

Sound Bites

"We decided to jump in and give it a go."

"We wanted more options and things to do."

"We cook a lot more here, which is good."

Keywords

New Zealand, immigration, cultural integration, family life, healthcare, education, parenting, expatriate experiences, Christchurch, Hawke's Bay

From Sephora to Aotearoa: Tilia’s Journey ofImpact and Innovation. In this episode, Tilia shares her inspiring journey from leading product innovation at Sephora to founding her own sustainable beauty brand and ultimately relocating to New Zealand. Through the lens of her Global Impact Visa with the Edmund Hillary Fellowship, Tilia opens up about navigating New Zealand’s entrepreneurial ecosystem, adjusting to cultural differences, and settling in with her family. From reflections on work culture and the foodindustry to future ventures, this conversation offers honest insights intobuilding a life and business with purpose in a new country.

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