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Irene Wong PJK
A Visionary Leader in
Beauty, Culture, and Entrepreneurship
Irene Wong, a distinguished figure in the realms of beauty and entrepreneurship, has made significant contributions to her community and beyond. Honoured with the Pingat Jasa Kebaktian (PJK) by the Governor of Melaka in October 2012, she has demonstrated an unwavering commitment to the community service and excellence throughout her career.
Ms. Emily Tang
Founder of Miss & Mrs Gaia
World Beauty Pageant
Emily Tang embodies beauty, elegance, confidence, independence, and resilience. She is the pride of her family and a shining example of Chinese women. A graduate of the University of Sunderland with a master's degree.
Irene Wong PJK
A Visionary Leader in Beauty, Culture, and Entrepreneurship
Irene Wong, a distinguished figure in the realms of beauty and entrepreneurship, has made significant contributions to her community and beyond. Honoured with the Pingat Jasa Kebaktian (PJK) by the Governor of Melaka in October 2012, she has demonstrated an unwavering commitment to the community service and excellence throughout her career.
As the founder of Grand Gaia International, Irene has redefined the beauty pageant industry in Malaysia. She holds the record for hosting the “Largest Number of Beauty Queens (108) in a Traditional Costume Fashion Show,” recognized by the Malaysia Book of Records. Her passion for promoting cultural heritage through fashion has made her a trailblazer in the field.
Irene's pageantry accomplishments are extensive. She was crowned Mrs. Malaysia International in 2011 and Mrs. Malaysia Tourism in 2012. Her international accolades include winning Mrs. South East Asia Globe 2012 in California, securing the second runner-up position at Mrs. Multiverse 2012 in the Dominican Republic, and representing Macao as Mrs. World 2013 in the world finals in China, she won the title of Most Photogenic.
Her leadership extends beyond competition; Irene served as the National Director of Mrs. Malaysia Globe from 2015 to 2018 and held the position of International Director for Classic & Mrs. Chinatown International during the same period. She has also directed major events, including the Miss & Mrs. Peace and Culture International Pageant in 2022 and Je Suis Un Modele in 2019.
In recognition of her achievements, Irene was awarded the IBF Honorary Doctorate in Singapore in 2023. Irene's contributions to the beauty industry have not gone unnoticed. She was awarded the 2019 Top Achiever Beauty Pageant Organiser Award as part of the Top 500 International Brand Awards, reflecting her excellence in pageantry organization. Her entrepreneurial spirit has garnered her numerous accolades, including the 2018 GNS Best Female Charismatic Entrepreneur Award and the 2018 IBF International Celebrity Award in Singapore.
Irene has been recognized as one of the Top 50 Asia Pacific Women Leaders in Vietnam in 2018 and has received multiple IBF Asia Top Business Awards in Singapore and Guangzhou, China. In 2017, she was honoured as the World Most Beautiful Honorary Ambassador in Korea, further solidifying her influence in the international beauty community.
Additionally, Irene is an accomplished singer and actress, showcasing her diverse talents. As the SSI Mermaid Diving Promotion Ambassador, she combines her love for adventure with her commitment to marine conservation.
Irene Wong's journey reflects her resilience, creativity, and dedication to empowering others. Her legacy continues to inspire women around the world to pursue their dreams and strive for excellence in every aspect of life.
Awards & Accolades
- Pingat Jasa Kebaktian ( PJK ) (Devotional Services Award) By Melaka T.Y.T Governor In Oct 2012
- Founder of Grand Gaia International (Since 2023)
- 2016 Record Holder of The “ Larges Number of Beauty Queen (108) in a Traditional Costume Fashion Show “ in Malaysia Book of Records
- 2023 Awarded IBF Honorary Doctorate (Singapore)
- Mrs Malaysia International 2011
- Mrs Malaysia Tourism 2012
- Mrs South East Asia Globe 2012 (California, USA)
- Mrs Multiverse 2012 2 runner up (Dominican Republic)
- Mrs Macao World 2013 ( World Final in China)
- National Director of Mrs Malaysia Globe 2015 - 2018
- International Director of Classic & Mrs Chinatown International 2017 - 2018
- 2019 Je Suis Un Modele - Event Director
- 2022 Miss & Mrs Peace and Culture Internation Pageant - Event Director
- 2023 Miss & Mrs Gaia World Founder and Organiser
- 2024 Miss & Mrs Gaia World Founder and Organiser
- 2019 Top Achiever Beauty Pageant Organiser Award of Top 500 International Brand Award
- 2018 GNS Best Female Charismatic Entrepreneur Award (Malaysia)
- 2018 IBF International Celebrity Award (Singapore)
- 2018 IBF Asia Top Leader Award (Singapore)
- 2018 Top 50 Asia Pacific Women Leaders Award 2018 ( Vietnam)
- 2017 AMAEA The World Most Beautiful Honorary Ambassador( Korea)
- 2017 IBF Asia Top Business Award (Guangzao, China)
- 2016 IBF Asia Top Business Award ( Singapore )
- 2016 Top 50 Active International Women Leaders (Vietnam)
- 2014 Top 50 Businesswomen in Asia Pacific (Vietnam)
- SSI Mermaid Diving Promotion Ambassador
- Singer, Actress
Emily Tang
Founder of Miss & Mrs Gaia World Beauty Pageant
Emily Tang embodies beauty, elegance, confidence, independence, and resilience. She is the pride of her family and a shining example of Chinese women. A graduate of the University of Sunderland with a master's degree. She currently resides in Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia. With a deep passion for the beauty industry, she has been dedicated to the field of pageantry for nearly 10 years. She has organized several prestigious events, including the Mrs. Malaysia Globe National Competition, Mrs. Chinatown International, the Miss Tourism World China South Zone, and the Miss & Mrs Gaia World.
Her work has garnered international recognition, and she has received numerous awards, including an honorary doctorate from IBF Singapore, the AMAEA Asia Most Influential Outstanding Woman Award (Indonesia), the WLIN International Top 50 Most Outstanding Women Award (Vietnam), the IBF International Socialite Award (Singapore), and the Feminine Magazine Goodwill Ambassador Award (Malaysia), among others. Despite these accolades, she continues to work quietly and diligently in her field, striving to become even more exceptional.
Awards & Accolades
- 2023 Awarded IBF Honorary Doctorate (Singapore)
- University of Sunderland (MBA)
- Founder of Grand Gaia International (Since 2023)
- 2023 Miss Gaia World Founder and Organiser
- 2023 Mrs Gaia World Founder and Organiser
- SSI Mermaid Diving Promotion Ambassador
- 2019 Miss Culture & Tourism World Organiser
- Organizer of Mrs Chinatown International 2017 - 2018
- Organizer of Mrs Malaysia Globe 2016 - 2018
- AMAEA Asia Top Influence Masters Grand Award (Indonesia)
- WLIN Top 50 International Woman Leader (Vietnam)
- IBF Asia Top Business Award (Guangzhou)
- 2016 Record Holder of The Larges Number of Beauty Queen (108) in a Traditional Costume
- Judge of Miss Harmony world (Bali Indonesia)
- IBF International Celebrity Award (Singapore)
- Best Feminine Business Award (Malaysia)
- General Secretary of Miss International Star World