Chau Lui

Co-Owner, Paris Jewellers | Entrepreneurship Authority | Customer Experience Expert

Business Strategy, Entrepreneurship, Leadership, Motivation & Inspiration, Sales & Negotiation, Teamwork & Collaboration, Women in Leadership
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Chau Lui is the co-owner of Paris Jewellers, a jewelry company founded by her mother, who immigrated to Canada from Vietnam. Arriving in Canada, the young family had hopes and dreams of a brighter future. Witnessing her mother’s work ethic, grace and gratitude towards a new life in a new country, while overcoming language barriers, fueled Chau’s passion to build a business that she would have wanted to work for while growing up. Chau grew their family business to 22 stores in 4 provinces across Canada. Paris Jewellers is now the 30th largest retail jewelry chain by store count in North America.

Chau’s journey is not just one of expansion, but of resilience, the power of learning through failure, and a commitment to continuous growth while maintaining her family values.

The company gained recognition by creating engagement rings for renowned personalities NYT Best Selling Author Lewis Howes, Hayley Erbert, wife of Dancing with the Stars judge Derek Hough, and actress Lana Condor. Additionally with their commitment to supporting their communities and charitable causes, they have raised and donated over a million dollars for various women and children’s focused charities.

Chau holds the esteemed position of First Vice-Chair for the Canadian Jewellers Association, and has earned prestigious accolades including Prairies Regional Finalist for EY Entrepreneur of the Year 2023 and Global News Woman of Vision.

Balancing her entrepreneurial success with family life, she is married with two daughters.

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Speaking Topics: Chau Lui

Turning Dreams Into Success: Lessons of Entrepreneurship
Join Chau as she takes you on an inspiring journey from the inception of a family dream to the reality of Paris Jewellers, a flourishing chain of 22 stores across Canada. This keynote delves deep into the entrepreneurial spirit, chronicling the highs and lows, the triumphs and setbacks, and, crucially, the growth that defines the journey of expanding a business across the nation.

Learn the strategies that propelled Paris Jewellers from a single store to a national presence, and gain insights into the critical lessons learned along the way. Whether you're an aspiring entrepreneur or a seasoned business owner, Chau's insights offers valuable lessons on resilience, innovation, and the relentless pursuit of a dream.
Navigating Success and Challenges: A Leadership Blueprint
Explore the pivotal role of leadership in steering both teams and companies through the varied landscapes of success and adversity. This presentation emphasizes how effective leadership not only crafts and communicates a compelling vision during prosperous times but also becomes the backbone of stability and direction during tumultuous periods.

Chau unfolds the critical lessons learned from her personal journey of expanding a business from 1 to 22 stores. This talk is rich with concrete examples of leadership at work, highlighting both triumphs and setbacks encountered along the way. Gain insights into strategic leadership practices that can inspire impact and drive success, as well as the vital importance of clear communication and stability in navigating challenges.

Whether you're a budding leader or at the helm of a growing enterprise, this keynote offers invaluable strategies for leading with resilience and vision, no matter the circumstances.
Embracing Growth: Overcoming Fear of Failure with Self-Belief
Doubts and fears will always accompany the entrepreneurial path - This presentation delves into the transformative power of self-belief and the courage to embrace failure as a stepping stone to growth.

This talk offers strategies and insights to reinforce belief in oneself and persist against the odds. Chau shares her personal story, spotlighting the critical junctures in her career where doubt loomed large, threatening to derail her dreams. These are the moments that forged her resilience and taught her to convert fear of failure into a powerful catalyst for success. Discover how confronting and moving beyond fear can unlock grit and determination.

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