Quintessentially
Quintessentially’s discerning members around the world enjoy an array of benefits carefully selected to make a difference in their lives. Their team of experts are on hand for everything from solving pressing practical problems such as dinner reservations and sourcing a good nanny to advice on the latest fashion collections, travel experiences, lifestyle trends, spur-of-the-moment chartered yachts, theatre and nightlife recommendations plus much more – providing nothing but the best insider and specialist access, 24 hours a day, 365 days a year.

With its renowned service and irresistible package of offers and privileges through exclusive agreements with thousands of suppliers including a myriad of prestigious brands from Peninsula and Mandarin Oriental
to Cartier, Jaguar and Bedat & Co., Quintessentially has become a passport to all that is hip and stylish in today’s world. You name it, Quintessentially can almost certainly sort it. Members are kept up to date with what’s hot and what’s not through weekly newsletters in their cities, offering indispensable advice on the essential art and cultural events of the moment, invitations to charity affairs, gala balls, film premieres and exclusive parties.

In recent years, Quintessentially has undergone a rapid expansion, from the original concierge concept into a global luxury lifestyle group, with a portfolio of businesses encompassing property, events, wine, art consultancy and even a modelling agency.

With 45 offices worldwide and further plans for Amsterdam, Auckland, Chicago, Kuala Lumpur, Luxembourg and more this year, Quintessentially has quickly become a global support system for its members, wherever they may be.

Emma Matthew, Quintessentially Chief Executive Officer – Asia Pacific
Emma Matthew joined Quintessentially in August 2005. Her creative flair and enviable network encompassing Hong Kong’s business and social elite have rapidly positioned her as one of the city’s most dynamic businesswomen.

Matthew’s career began in New Zealand as Public Relations and Communications Manager for the premier adventure tour operator, Shotover Jet. In 2000 she joined prestigious Mosimanns Events in London, where responsibilities during her tenure involved managing decadent events for prolific clients including Heads of State, the British Royal Family and Hollywood stars at locations from 10 Downing Street to the Tate Modern Gallery. This was followed by a return to her childhood roots, Hong Kong, where she secured the role of Business Development Manager at the British Chamber of Commerce, overseeing prestigious commercial delegations to China and promoting British business around the Asia-Pacific region.

Drawn by her wealth of experience and enviable network, Quintessentially approached Matthew in 2005 to oversee its expansion into Asia-Pacific. Keen to pursue her finesse for conceptualising and creating networks and relationships, Emma’s commitment to excellence has quickly established the brand as the
leading luxury lifestyle company in the region, with eight offices now catering to the needs of its discerning clientele and more planned in the coming year.

Born in Singapore and raised in Hong Kong and Britain, Matthew holds a BA (Hons) in History of Art and Tourism from Oxford Brookes University, England. Emma is passionate about luxury and enjoys a range of competitive sports and exploring the globe. Emma is responsible for the strategic development of the Quintessentially Group’s diverse business interests in Asia-Pacific.

A few of our more unusual and remarkable requests:

• One member wanted to buy the new Roland Mouret ‘Titanium’ dress but it had completely sold out all over London. We found one for her in the right colour and size in just 5 days.
• One member requested we urgently find him a metal detector – he had lost his car keys in a 10 acre field.
• One member wanted us to source blueberries from Patagonia.
• Arranged for a guided tour around the pyramids by a senior Egyptologist.
• Delivered Harrods tea to a well-known producer in Hollywood by 9:30 the next morning.