“I know the power of being able to negotiate your way to solutions that solve problems.” Alex Hanlon of Fair Pay Negotiations has gone from being a teenage runaway working on a factory floor to becoming a senior executive... read more
“I have been fascinated by property ever since I was a little girl on my dads boat cruising the waterways of the Mooloolah River in awe of all the stunning homes.” Adrianne Miller is the founder of The Property... read more
“I started my career as a Naturopath, but knew 1:1 consulting full-time wasn’t for me. I always craved more freedom and flexibility, and having kids really highlighted that for me.” Jessica Donovan of Natural Super Kids started her journey... read more
“I don’t want to be the richest person I know, I want to make a difference and leave a legacy in this world.” Kirsty Ferguson, of Pinstripe Solutions, is an internationally renowned aviation interview coach and speaker. Helping people... read more
“Progress over perfection – I thought everything had to be perfect before launching, but the truth is you just need to start.” Sari Young of Sari’s Natural Medicine began her business with a clear mission: to help people move... read more
“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
