“At the heart of my business is self-kindness and compassion which have guided me every step of the way.” Erica Webb of SelfKind started her business from very humble beginnings, renting a space at her local Country Club to... read more
“It’s not just about fabric; it’s about friendships, inspiration, and that warm, fuzzy feeling of sharing your projects with people who get it.” For Maaike van Besien of Maaidesign, it all started with her quest to dress her kids... read more
“When she couldn’t find what she was looking for, in terms of hiking skills and fitness for women, she started her own business.” In 2014, Yvonne Shepherd of Women’s Fitness Adventures had a hunch that there must be more... read more
“I first started working for myself for family and lifestyle reasons — and that’s still true more than ten years on.” Karen O’Connell-Shea of Kingfisher Coaching Services started her business journey when she was invited to take on consulting... read more
“I worked in the family business growing up and decided to continue on doing things ‘the same’ but in my way.” Wendy Lund of C.R.Mines Propagation grew up in the nursery industry. Wendy’s family have always owned and or... read more
“I believe in lifelong learning, applying what I learn and sharing it with others so they can apply it too.” Before creating The Transit Lounge, Shandra Moran had an eclectic career in the dynamic Radio industry, as a Talent... read more
“I have always loved creating bespoke events for my clients that balance the narrative, creative, financial and logistical aspects of the project.” In her early life Nina Baxter of Big Day Events was involved in both music and dance.... read more
“I wanted to show that leadership could look different, that it could be human, ethical, and empowering.” Karine Rayson of The Crew Coach spent years witnessing and personally experiencing the emotional toll that yachting can take on crew. Karine... read more
“It is satisfying to make an impact on small and medium businesses who really feel it” Tania Howard of Talent Seed initially worked at recruitment agencies, and it was their lack of training (in anything except sales) and ‘focus... read more
“I felt like I had stepped into ‘my world’ – one that resonated with my values, beliefs and ideals.” Lydia Dyhin of Calma Lifestyle has always been fascinated and intrigued by the world of Spirituality. As a young adult,... read more
“I saw so many smart, successful women launching podcasts but struggling to grow or convert them into real business opportunities.” Gab Burke of Podcast Glow Up started her business because she saw so many smart, successful women launching podcasts... read more
“I wanted to be a support system, someone business owners and families could trust. Someone who gets it.” Growing up in a family of small business owners, Emma Murphy of Thrive Broking witnessed firsthand the grit and resilience it... read more
