Expat Nest Turns 13!
On Sunday 21 June, Expat Nest celebrated its 13th birthday – and it also happened to be Father’s Day. ❤️
The photo here was taken that day with my dad, making it a double celebration.
As I reflect back, I’m…
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I Met Amal Clooney!!! 🧡
Expat Nest founder Vivian Chiona met Amal Clooney: the legend, the justice warrior, and the global symbol of human rights and the fight against genocides.
I recently had the honour of meeting Amal Clooney at the WOBI World Business Forum…
🌍 Top 10 Expat Books for 2025
It’s that time of year again: our much-loved annual tradition at Expat Nest! Each year, we celebrate authors who explore the richness, challenges and discoveries of global life. Whether you’re looking for comfort, laughter, insight, or inspiration, these 10 books…
A Celebration of Legacy & Love: Ruth Van Reken’s 80th Birthday!
It’s been a full and inspiring few months, including a long business trip to the U.S. One of the absolute highlights was celebrating Ruth Van Reken’s 80th birthday at the FIGT 2025 Global Gathering in Chicago. Ruth is a pioneer…
UNDERSTANDING EATING DISORDERS: DO YOU HAVE AN UNHEALTHY RELATIONSHIP WITH FOOD?
Many of us feel critical of our bodies at times. Some of us spend much of our lives dieting in an effort to reach the “ideal” shape. But when does a preoccupation with weight and diet become an eating disorder?…
Wow, what an honour: Vivian is listed in Fortune’s 40 Under 40
Big news: I am honoured to have been included in Fortune magazine’s 40 Under 40 for 2023. This year has been incredible and beyond the imagination…
The annual 40 Under 40 list shines a spotlight on influential individuals under the…
Big News… and an Even Bigger Thank You!
A personal note from Expat Nest founder, Vivian Chiona, on winning at the 2023 Greek International Women Awards (GIWA)… and a quick behind-the-scenes tour.
I’m beyond excited! I attended the 2023 Greek International Women Awards (GIWA) on September 21st…
Roundup of September: Award, Birthday, Hiring & More!
September was such a wonderful month here at Expat Nest; a time full of joy and momentous events. Expat Nest founder Vivian Chiona shares some highlights of this very special time…
First up, WE’RE HIRING! We’re looking both for expat-experienced…
Big News: We’ve Won an Award!
Expat Nest has won “Best Online Expat Counselling Service” in the Global Health & Pharma (GHP) Mental Health Awards 2022.
I’m over the moon! This is a big moment for us!
When I started Expat Nest, so many people told…
Behind the Scenes of a Big Moment in My Life
I had the incredible honor on International Women’s Day 2020 to be awarded as one of the “100 most inspirational women in the world” by Women Appreciating Women (WAW), both for “Endless Positive Contribution to Society” and as a “Visionary…