“I see things in a way that others can’t. I create order out of chaos” Joey Ballantyne of Grit n Grace Collective is a former executive and diplomat in international business and now Autistic Leader and Professional Coach. MBA... read more
“Ignore imposter syndrome and stay in your niche.” Alicia Whitford of Generational Photography (at the time, a childcare worker) founded her business when she went looking through her family photos and soon realised that there weren’t many photos of... read more
“By coaching executives and senior leaders, I aim to create a ripple effect of positive impact within organisations and communities.” Nicole Gillard of Executive Advantage has over 25 years of senior corporate experience with global giants like Unilever, Arnott’s,... read more
“I have a deep passion for addressing rural access inequities and resourcing challenges” Cath Cosgrave of Attract Connect Stay is a respected social scientist and researcher with a doctorate in strengthening rural health workforce. Cath started Attract Connect Stay... read more
“I always sensed an entrepreneurial spirit within me and knew that one day I would venture into business.” Melissa Horvat of Graphika graduated from the University of Newcastle with a Bachelor of Design (Graphic) and began working in a... read more
“To have an idea or concept explained in everyday language is a kindness everyone should expect.” In the very early and challenging days of the internet, Red&Crew founder Karen Parish worked closely with a software engineer with a Masters... read more
A little while ago, I heard the following quote: “Nothing develops you more or helps you grow better than starting your own business”. It could literally have been Suzi Dafnis (CEO at HerBusiness) or someone connected with the HerBusiness... read more
“Get a mentor or someone to be accountable to.” Clare Vandine of UpsideDown Productions originally started her business to escape the corporate world. One of Clare’s first jobs in Australia was working for a bank when they were doing... read more
“I have always been ambitious and wanted to live life on my own terms” Jayne Day of Webonize has always been ambitious and wanted to live life on her own terms. Jayne started her first business, a thriving Real... read more
“I love being on the tools and teaching others Property Law tricks and tips and have taken every opportunity to continue to be able to do so.” Sangeeta Thaker of S R Legal Group started her legal journey in... read more
“I love designing processes, working out the key steps to critical parts of businesses and implementing solutions.” Mandy Brasser of Streamline for Success holds a Bachelor of Commerce and Bachelor of Leisure Management. Mandy is also a Certified Partner... read more
“I’m passionate about supporting childcare service leaders in empowering their educator teams to be the best they can be.” Michelle McEwan, founder of Michelle McEwan Consultancy, has worked in the childcare industry for over 25 years, bringing extensive experience... read more
