Magdalene is committed to helping clients from diverse backgrounds and cultures to connect with their best selves, passion and purpose, and navigate complexity with clarity and confidence.
Albert Einstein
Career history
Her career began in the dynamic field of education, where her passion for learning ignited a deep commitment to nurturing other’s intellectual growth. She discovered the transformative power of learning, which inspired her to expand her horizons. This drive led her to the consumer goods sector, where she embraced new challenges in Learning and Development. There, she designed innovative programs, cultivating talents within a fast-paced business environment. Her role was then expanded to encompass Human Resources and eventually covering the entire Asia Pacific region. In these roles, Magdalene became a champion for organizational and people development, a business partner to leaders of various functions in empowering team and individual performance. She navigated the complexities of diverse cultures and markets, forging strong connections across borders.
Coach expertise
Her coaching journey is grounded in her rich background and diverse experience as an educator. She discovered her passion for guiding individuals toward realizing their potential, refining her skills in empathy and active listening. Navigating complex cultural landscapes, she encountered a variety of challenges that deepened her understanding of organizational dynamics. Magdalene realized her true calling was to help others find fulfillment in their careers and lives by unlocking their unique strengths and passions. Her coaching practice integrates these insights with a commitment to authenticity and empowerment. Today, she cultivates a supportive environment where clients can explore aspirations and overcome obstacles, empowering them to enhance their best selves.
What people are saying about Magdalene Wong at Turningpoint
Magdalene excels at active listening, using her passionate and empathetic approach to inspire coachees to reflect, transform and implement meaningful and lasting changes.
Coach experience
- Certified ICF coach, Professional Certified Coach (PCC) (2025)
- Accreditation in Organizational Coaching by IECL (2021)
- Herrmann Brain Dominance Instrument (HDBI) certified trainer (2022)
Career history
- SVP Human Resources, Fossil Asia Pacific
- SVP Human Resources, Polo Ralph Lauren
- HR Director, Nike Asia Pacific
- Regional HR Manager, Avon
Academic qualifications
- Executive MBA, The Chinese University of HK
- Bachelor of Arts, Linguistics, York University, Canada
- Postgraduate Certificate of Education, The University of Hong Kong
Other commitments
- Lead Coach – One Sky/ICF pro bono Coaching
- Red Cross pro bono coaching
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Turningpoint specialises in leadership and executive coaching, both individual and group-based.