From Our Founder & Co-Founder
The GrowthBud™ Manifesto: Raising the Future, One Empowered Parent at a Time
Dear Parent,
We are raising children for a world that has not yet been written—and we are being asked to do so with tools that often feel rooted in the past. This is the challenge that inspired GrowthBud™️.
In a time of rapid AI advancement, one truth remains unwavering: technology will not raise our children—people will. But technology, when designed thoughtfully, can empower the people who do.
GrowthBud™️ is a parent education platform built on four foundational pillars:
Traits Development – Understand your child’s unique personality and potential through our proprietary Behavioural Preference Indicator, revealing insights that help you nurture their natural strengths.
Happiness Development – Monitor emotional well-being with daily check-ins and a monthly Happiness Index, grounded in neuroscience to track and support your child’s mental wellness over time.
Parenting Skills – Access curated courses and professional coaching to build skills, confidence, and stronger families—equipping you with practical tools for every stage of parenthood.
Integrated Development Plan – Connect your family’s unique needs with trusted vendors from our marketplace, ensuring you find the right support at the right time, all in one seamless experience.
AI is woven deeply into our platform—not to replace the human element, but to enhance it. AI manages scale, speed, and synthesis. Humans provide judgment, context, and care. This balanced approach allows us to support more families while preserving the warmth, wisdom, and accountability that only genuine human connection can offer.
GrowthBud™️ is not here to raise your child. It is here to support you—so you can raise a future-ready child with clarity and confidence.
Thank you for being part of this journey.
With purpose,
Founder & CEO, GrowthBud™
Leadership
The Founders
Irene Ong
Co-Founder & COO of Brillianaire®
Irene Ong is the Co-Founder & COO of Brillianaire®, dedicated to empowering individuals through self-discovery, personal growth, and lifelong learning. She leverages innovative tools to help individuals unlock their potential and build essential skills for life.
Under her leadership, Brillianaire® has forged impactful collaborations with educational institutions, fostering personal growth and success. She is deeply committed to inspiring meaningful development in both personal and professional spheres.
Irene plays a pivotal role in the design and development of GrowthBud™️, the world’s first AI-powered Family Super App. Her dedication to education and personal development complements the organisation’s holistic approach, ensuring that individuals and families receive comprehensive support on their growth journey.
Ovidia Ong
Founder & CEO of Brillianaire®
Ovidia Ong is the visionary Founder & CEO of Brillianaire®, a purpose-driven organization empowering families, educators, and individuals through the science of self-discovery. With a lean team of 10 headcounts in the office, she leads with agility and a deep commitment to making a meaningful impact.
Under her leadership, Brillianaire® has forged partnerships with renowned educational institutions, including local and international preschools and enrichment centres. This extensive collaboration with the education sector reflects her deep dedication to holistic development.
Ovidia is a Certified Brain Coach and MOE Trainer on Holistic Development, bringing over a decade of experience guiding individuals on their self-discovery journey. She is highly proficient in coaching families and children, helping them navigate challenges and unlock their unique potential.
Beyond her professional achievements, Ovidia is deeply passionate about creating a world where every child, parent, and educator feels seen, understood, and empowered to thrive. This vision drives the design and development of GrowthBud™️, the world’s first AI-powered Family Super App, which continues to advance Brillianaire®’s mission to unlock human potential through science-backed tools and transformative programmes.
What Drives Us
Vision & Mission
Vision
By 2036, we pledge that GrowthBud™ will have turned personalized parenting from a luxury into a global standard.
Mission
To democratize child development by delivering science-backed, personalized parenting tools to families everywhere — at scale.
North Star Metric
10 Million Children Actively Shaped
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Winner of the SME 500 2024