Alopecia, Hair loss & Yoga specialist Veena Dansinghani (Founder, NAVEDA Integral Wellness Centre) is a pioneer in establishing a one-of-a-kind wellness center in Hong Kong that offers solutions with a holistic & integral approach for hair and lifestyle-related health disorders combining nature and science addressing human, planet and social health. She is focused, motivated and a very passionate business leader who has received multiple global appreciations and recognitions for her exceptional capability and determination to boost the health and happiness index by offering solutions that are scientifically designed, safe, natural, quality assured & audited; solutions that combine Indian ancient wisdom with modern, science-based Naturopathy. Veena is also a Certified Image Consultant, Asthanga Yoga & Laughter Yoga Teacher, Pranic Healer, Corporate Wellness Trainer & Certified Master Workplace Wellness Ambassador. She has a Special Interest in empowering the 50+ age group to lead healthy, happy, and purposeful lives. Veena has been awarded Woman of Wellness in 2021 for her vision & extraordinary contribution to transforming the wellness industry of Hong Kong. She actively participates and collaborates with The Indian Consulate, Hong Kong to create awareness about Yoga and Ayurveda and has been featured in local, Indian, and international media. Let’s hear it from her.

Taking us through your prior industry experience, tell us what led you to establish NAVEDA.

I began my professional journey in the travel industry of Hong Kong and came to a realization that I wanted to do something more meaningful that would give me freedom of time to enjoy travelling and experience joy & happiness. This made me take a leap of faith and dive into a journey of self-exploration to learn about myself and my talents and how I could use these to make a positive impact in this world. I had my first experience with Laughter Yoga in 2007 where I experienced inner joy & peace by practising this simple yet powerful technique, and it sparked my interest to become a certified Laughter Yoga Leader and this is when my interest in the Wellness Field started. In 2009  I co-founded a Corporate Wellness Company to spread health and happiness in the world using this powerful tool. Thereafter I trained in various different healing modalities and Indian Ancient Wisdom. All this brought a deep sense of joy, happiness, peace, health and balance to my life. During my journey, I personally experienced a health condition called Alopecia Areata - a severe hair loss condition in 2014. I was able to hold a very positive and solution-oriented attitude to heal myself naturally. I soon learned that many people face similar health challenges and decided to focus on this area. I continued my training & education in India and Hong Kong, became a leader in promoting natural solutions from India, and around the world.

"The driving force behind my success has been my passion for making a positive impact in the world and making a difference to all whom i came across"

Tell us about the underlining idea behind establishing NAVEDA Integral Wellness Centre.

NAVEDA was established in 2018, under the mentorship of Dr Sanjay Nagarkar who is a world-renowned visionary scientist, microbiologist, biotechnologist, Ph.D. from the University of Hong Kong. NAVEDA is the first value-based integral wellness centre in Hong Kong combing Ancient Indian Wisdom with Science based Naturopathy that has a vision to grow globally. NAVEDA has become the first globally recognized award winning, value based & scientifically designed integral wellness centre in Hong Kong and the Asia Pacific offering a transformative health & happiness experience to its clients. Our vision is to bring a fundamental shift in human consciousness, grow our relationships with the natural world and focus on humanity. NAVEDA’s mission is to make a positive impact to the environment, reduce social disparity and boost the health and happiness index. NAVEDA’s living mantra is Live Life NAVEDA Way!

What are the various treatments and procedures that your company is known for?

At NAVEDA we offer Alopecia / Hair Loss solutions and Lifestyle Healthcare Management for all other health disorders. We begin by assessing a person’s approach to lifestyle, exercise and nutrition by conducting analysis and assessments of various parts of the body and mind. We seek to promote a healthy lifestyle characterized by physical, mental, emotional, social and spiritual wellbeing by educating & empowering clients to learn about their own body and how to optimize their health by adopting holistic solutions from nature and science.

What are some of the milestones that you have achieved throughout your professional journey? What has been the driving force behind your success?

In 2009, I ventured into the wellness industry with little experience and successfully organised, designed and led corporate wellness workshops for many top corporations in Hong Kong spreading health and happiness. This was at a time when the corporates were not receptive or open to Corporate Wellness. In 2018, I founded NAVEDA in Hong Kong which became an Award-Winning Wellness Centre in 2019. Jan 2020, NAVEDA became a leader in organising consistent COVID support & educational public health awareness programs and campaigns. In Jan 2021, initiated and led ''80 is the New 50'' global campaign to inspire & empower the 50+ age group to live a life of purpose. In Nov 2021, NAVEDA Jointly organised with The Institute of Learning and Development, the celebration of the 6th World AYURVEDA Day in collaboration with the Indian Consulate Hong Kong. The driving force behind my success has been my passion for making a positive impact in the world and making a difference to all that I came across.

What would your advice be to young women who aspire to become entrepreneurs in the future?

Start your journey of passion when you are young, try to explore more, and be open to working with mentors. It is very important to have mentors in your life who would help you to grow towards your passion. Always have a humble, patient, listening, open and passionate attitude. This will be your drivers to success.

Veena Dansinghani, Founder, Naveda Integral Wellness Centr

With vast knowledge & skills in various subjects and over two decades of rich professional experience, Veena is leading the wellness industry of Hong Kong and empowering people to choose a holistic approach to treating health challenges