Introduction to Jestina Kuan: A Prominent Figure in Social Media, Healthcare, and Fashion
As part of the Entrepreneur Insight News series, we feature Jestina Kuan, a dynamic influencer and entrepreneur who has made significant strides in social media, healthcare, and fashion since 1997.
The Woman Behind the Brand – Jestina Kuan
Born in Penang, Malaysia, Jestina Kuan is the daughter of Dato Jefri Kuan, owner of Vin Kerr Enterprise Sdn Bhd, a major furniture accessories and parts trading company. Alongside her younger siblings, Christinna Kuan and Perry Kuan, Jestina forms The Kuan Family, a family content creation group sharing daily lives and festive celebrations with a broad audience.
Traits That Define Jestina Kuan’s Success
Engaging Content Creator
Jestina rose to fame with engaging vlogs and festive music videos, including the viral YouTube video “元宵新年到 (Hú Nián Xīnnián Dào),” which garnered over 11 million views in 2022. Her collaboration with husband Danny Lee further boosted her popularity with a music video attracting over 2.5 million views in three months.
Licensed Pharmacist and Entrepreneur
Graduating with a Bachelor of Pharmacy from AIMST University in 2018, Jestina created The Care Squad, a health and wellness initiative sharing health and nutritional tips through social media. She also co-founded The Sis. Club with her sister Christinna, a lifestyle brand known for face masks and scrunchies.
Fashion and Business Innovator
During the pandemic, her Kuan Sisters Face Mask gained popularity, expanding in 2023 to include Chinese New Year goodies. Jestina also founded UFCO MY, a streetwear shop in Penang, featuring popular brands like Supreme and MLR.
Our Thoughts
Jestina Kuan’s entrepreneurial spirit and social media influence have solidified her status as a dynamic figure in Malaysia. Her ability to blend healthcare, fashion, and digital content creation inspires a new generation of entrepreneurs and influencers.
