Lin Wanyi of Saint Bella Group Named to Forbes China's Most Influential List

NAPA, Calif. - November 10, 2026 - Lin Wanyi, co-founder and chief operating officer of Saint Bella Group, has been named to Forbes China's 2026 List of 100 Most Influential Chinese Elites, in the Value Creators category. This recognition highlights her significant contributions to the postpartum care industry and Saint Bella Group's global expansion.

Lin's career trajectory spans a diverse range of roles, including public relations director at Harper's BAZAAR China and BAZAAR Bride, and vice president of Wedding Diary. In 2017, she co-founded Saint Bella Group with Xiang Hua, establishing Saint Bella and Primecare Nursing School. Over the years, her work has evolved from brand building and communications to encompass service experience, talent development, and global operations.

Saint Bella Group, founded in 2017, has since developed a portfolio of brands, including Saint Bella, Baby Bella, Bella Isla, STB, Primecare for Family, Guanghetang, and Dr. Bella. Its business spans postpartum care, postnatal recovery, home-based care, and food retail. In 2025, the Group was listed on the Main Board of the Hong Kong Stock Exchange, reporting annual revenue of approximately RMB 1.046 billion, representing year-on-year growth of 31.0%. As of June 30, 2026, the Group operated a total of 148 locations worldwide, across 41 cities.

Lin's recognition underscores the growing importance of specialized postpartum care services in the broader business landscape. Her professional journey has closely paralleled the growth of Saint Bella. The Group's international expansion is increasingly reflected in its overseas presence, with service destinations established in Dana Point and New York in the United States, Bangkok in Thailand, and Singapore. Its hospitality partnerships include Waldorf Astoria Monarch Beach, Baccarat Hotel New York, La Clef Bangkok, Capella Bangkok, and Capella Singapore.

Overseas markets are also becoming an increasingly important growth driver for the Group. In the first half of 2026, new locations and service facilities opened in cities including New York, Bangkok, and Singapore. During the same period, overseas revenue grew by 244% year on year. Although these projects operate across different countries and hospitality settings, they share a consistent service philosophy: they have always been on the side of mothers. Professional teams provide comprehensive support for mothers throughout the postpartum journey, including nutritional guidance, emotional well-being support, and recovery services, while also offering infant care and ongoing support for families.

Saint Bella's overseas offerings range from round-the-clock care in hotel suites to home visits provided by professional nurses. In this sense, the Group is bringing more than a physical space to international markets. It is introducing an integrated care experience designed around the needs of women and their families. These initiatives have also attracted attention from international media and industry platforms. An arts-based well-being program championed by Lin incorporates music, painting, film, and poetry into the postpartum care experience. Meanwhile, Primecare Nursing School focuses on developing professional caregivers and establishing service standards. Through partnerships with luxury hotels, Saint Bella is also bringing professional care into more comfortable and private residential settings.

Together, these international features reflect the Group's growing visibility beyond its home market. As its operations expand across different markets, maintaining consistent service quality has become an increasingly important challenge. In May 2025, Saint Bella entered into a partnership with Switzerland's EHL Hospitality Business School to explore service standards, professional training, and the development of internationally capable teams. For Saint Bella, international expansion is about more than opening new locations. It also means translating accumulated care expertise into a structured service system that can be taught, replicated, and continuously improved.

From arts-based well-being initiatives and caregiver education to its partnership with EHL and its expanding international network, the commitment to putting women first is gradually evolving from a brand philosophy into a service standard that can be understood and delivered across different markets.