Diane Samandi

Founder and Designer, Jonquil

Diane Samandi is the founder of Jonquil, a romantic sleepwear collection evoking the glamour of old Hollywood, and created the globally renowned bridal collection In Bloom by Jonquil. Designing for nearly 40 years, her dedication to making a woman feel beautiful is still her inspiration. Diane has served on the board of directors of the Mona Foundation since 2003.

In her own words, ”supporting initiatives that begin with a few working together to create schools in their own village or region changes lives and transform communities. Education ensures the equal rights of all children to be part of building a better future. This is the emerging model of development philanthropy that I am very excited to be part of."