A stunning spectacle. Photo by Moments Glass House Sdn Bhd
JOHOR BAHRU – At the forefront of Malaysia’s evolving wedding hall industry stands Diva Tan, a 38-year-old dynamic female entrepreneur determined to revolutionise the sector.
Diva’s vision is to create a network of 50 wedding halls across Malaysia within five years before expanding into neighbouring countries like Singapore, Indonesia, and Thailand through a franchise system.
This approach allows individual investors to leverage the company’s brand and resources while retaining ownership of their halls, facilitating swift expansion with reduced capital costs. In addition, her company directly manages selected halls to ensure consistent quality and brand integrity.
Guests enjoying the grand atmosphere of the wedding. Photo by Moments Glass House Sdn Bhd
Diva’s story is one of grit and innovation, embodying the quintessence of the entrepreneurial spirit. Her aspirations emerged during her teens when she juggled studies with part-time jobs, demonstrating remarkable resilience and ambition. She pursued mass communications, aiming to break into the world of showbiz. However, weighing nearly 100kg at that time posed substantial challenges in an industry focused on appearance.
Diva (centre) is seen here with Namewee (left) and Jack Neo. Photo by Moments Glass House Sdn Bhd
Unfazed, Diva expanded her skill set, exploring financial planning and insurance, gaining invaluable experience that would later enrich her entrepreneurial endeavours. Her inaugural venture as a wedding planner, modestly priced at RM888, marked a turning point. Collaborating with a friend who was an avid karaoke singer and delving into videography, she discovered a talent for capturing and editing event footage. She later enrolled in a professional video production course. This move enhanced her event planning business and led to her success as an emcee and music video director, working with local celebrities like Namewee and Singapore’s comedian and filmmaker Jack Neo.
A blissful setting. Photo by Moments Glass House Sdn Bhd
As the brains behind Moment Glasshouse in Permas City, Diva recognised an underserved market niche: clients from condominiums or gated communities struggling to host significant events. Moment Glasshouse offered a solution, providing affordable elegance in décor without the high costs and restrictive catering policies often imposed by hotels. The premise also offered ample parking space.
The services provide elegance and affordability. Photo by Moments Glass House Sdn Bhd
Buoyed by Moment Glasshouse’s success, Diva established Diva World Management Sdn Bhd, rapidly expanding to Taman Mount Austin and Pulai, both in Johor Bahru.
“Currently, we manage seven halls across three locations, offering clients affordable elegance and flexibility in décor and catering. This is particularly appealing for Malay and Indian weddings. This innovative model, already popular in Taiwan and China, combines competitive prices ranging from RM10,000 to RM25,000 with diverse decor options,” Diva explains.
The Mount Austin halls commenced operations last May, followed by the Pulai halls in October.
Radiant Joy: A beaming bride with her bridesmaids. Photo by Moments Glass House Sdn Bhd. Photo by Moments Glass House Sdn Bhd
Diva is inviting investors to join this venture and to be part of a transformative industry.
Her journey is a testament to overcoming adversity and breaking barriers. Her enterprise serves as both a business and a statement in the wedding industry, embodying affordability, flexibility, and elegance for the Malay and Indian communities.
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