🌟 Crafting Success at the Intersection of Passion and Expertise 🌟

Bonjour! I'm AJ, a dynamic and driven professional with a passport full of experiences and a heart set on making waves in the world of business. Originally hailing from the picturesque landscapes of France, I've found my current home and hustle in the vibrant metropolis of Hong Kong.

My journey has been a tapestry woven with threads of innovation, quality, and technology, influenced profoundly by the titans of industry I've had the privilege to work alongside. With over a decade of diverse experiences under my belt, I've navigated the intricate landscapes of Consumer Electronics, Toys, Education, Design, and Fashion, leaving a trail of success in my wake.

What sets me apart? It's not just about the titles or accolades—it's about the relentless pursuit of excellence. Armed with a robust skill set encompassing sales, marketing, product lifecycle management, and supply chain expertise, I thrive on immersing myself in every facet of a business to drive unparalleled success.

But beyond the boardrooms and sales pitches, I'm a staunch believer in the power of storytelling—the heartbeat of brand building. I place great emphasis on cultivating genuine, sustainable relationships founded on trust and integrity, because I understand that true success is built on a foundation of authenticity.

When I'm not charting the course for business triumphs, you'll find me embracing the great outdoors, whether it's pounding the pavement on a morning run, conquering mountain trails, or pushing my limits in fitness training. And let's not forget my wanderlust—my passion for travel not only fuels my adventurous spirit but also enriches my global perspective, seamlessly aligning with my professional pursuits.

So, why wait? Let's connect and explore the boundless opportunities to collaborate and co-create success together in the Asia-Pacific region. Whether you're a fellow trailblazer or a kindred spirit, I'm here to turn visions into victories. To contact me, you can drop me a DM or email me on aurelien@unlock-apac.com.

Aurelien Joly

Six years ago, I picked the “perfect” time to relaunch a business… March 2020. 😅

Yesterday marked my 6th anniversary at the head of Unlock APAC — the sales agency I originally founded in 2014, and which I decided to restart and rebrand right before the world pressed pause due to the global pandemic.

Looking back, a lot has changed.
Markets shifted. Supply chains broke. Borders closed. Then reopened.
The company evolved. The structure matured. The ambitions grew.

But the drive? Still as strong as ever. Sky’s the limit.

If I reflect on these past six years, the biggest change in my life wasn’t business-related.

It was the birth of my daughter.

It may sound like a cliché, but she truly is my sunshine — and my daily engine to become a better person, a better father, and a better entrepreneur. Many parents will relate: your “why” suddenly becomes crystal clear. Every decision carries a little more meaning.

The second major milestone was building the right team.

No business grows alone — especially not across a region as diverse and complex as Asia Pacific. I’m incredibly grateful to be surrounded by passionate, driven people who believe in our mission: representing great brands across APAC and helping them grow as high as we can go, together.

Sam Chan, François Lui, Erzhan Zhanuzakov, you are the anchor of this business.
And on this anniversary, I want to say thank you.

We have big ambitions for the years ahead.
Many more milestones to hit.
Plenty of lessons still to learn (hopefully with slightly better timing than 2020).

Here’s to the next big chapters.

And thank you to everyone who has supported, trusted, challenged, or wished me a happy work anniversary along the way — it truly means a lot.

#WorkAnniversary #Entrepreneurship #APAC #Leadership #BusinessGrowth

Founder & Director | Entrepreneur I APAC Market Expansion Specialist | Expert in Consumer Electronics, Tech, Lifestyle & Design | Omni-Channel Growth Strategist

This Chinese New Year, my daughter taught me something I didn’t expect — and it stopped me in my tracks.

We were doing something simple, just spending time together during the holiday, when it suddenly hit me how fast everything is moving. One moment you’re celebrating their first milestones… the next you’re realizing how many have already passed.

Time doesn’t announce itself. It slips by quietly. And even when you know that, you rarely feel the full meaning of it until a random, ordinary moment makes it real.

I was reminded of a perspective I once heard: by the time children are very young, many of their core traits and ways of seeing the world are already forming. Before you know it, they’re halfway through the years they’ll live under your roof. A few birthdays later, most of your total time with them at home is already behind you. Blink again, and they’re nearly grown — thinking independently, building their own lives, needing you less.

It’s a confronting thought. Not because it’s sad — but because it’s true.

And strangely, that realization isn’t heavy… it’s clarifying.

It makes the small moments feel bigger.
It makes distractions feel less important.
It makes you choose presence over pressure.

This week reminded me that time with our kids isn’t something we “have.” It’s something we’re given — in limited supply.

So here’s to noticing it while it’s happening, not after it’s gone.

#Parenthood #Perspective #TimeFlies #ChineseNewYear #CNY2026

Herovitsch Ltd

Sales and Business Development Consultancy - Brand Management in the UK and EMEA.

Owner

SOFTLINE UK LIMITED

Sales Manager

Key Account Manager

Proporta

Head of Sales Operations

Head of Sales

Sales Consultant Europe

Datawind Ltd

This role involves setting up and managing the distribution and retail partnerships for Datawind Ltd across Europe with a particular focus on D-A-CH and Eastern Europe.

VP European Business Development

Proporta.com

Business Development in the D-A-CH Region for Proporta.com, a leading manufacturer of Accessories for Mobile Devices in the Consumer Electronics Industry. This role involves starting up business for the company in Germany through supply of  Proporta's high quality products to Etailers and Retailers as well as working on the brand development for the company by working with PR agencies and supporting the Marketing effort of staff in the UK head office.

Business Development Manager

WIDGET (UK) LIMITED

European Business Development focused on the German Speaking Countries, Scandinavia and parts of Central and Eastern Europe. This is a new venture for the company, which had been active exclusively in the United Kingdom and is offering a core range of products to new customers in these markets.

European Business Development Director

Widget UK Ltd

My responsibilities in this position were primarily focused on sourcing new products, maintaining vendor relationships and communicating new products,concepts and marketing strategies to the internal sales team and the Product Marketing Manager (who reported to me). In addition I managed a team of three in charge of Operations to ensure the frequent supply of products during a phase where the company increased its sales sevenfold in the period of two years.

Commercial Director

I was responsible for selling hardware and software products to distributors of Psion Plc and distributors of other PDas (incl.Palm, Inc.) worldwide.

Export Sales Manager

Senior Executive experienced in International Distribution Sales, in New Business Development and as a Buyer (including the negotiation of supplier contracts) . Fluent in German as well as English and having lived in the UK and Central Europe familiar with business practices in two of the largest markets in the EMEA region.

Company representative for past and current employers at trade events around the globe.

Specialties: Sales, Business Development,  Purchasing, Supply Contract Negotiation, Analysis of efficiency of operational business practices

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