Women In Business 2022

Women in Business 2022

Profiling the female business leaders in our community

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WOMEN in Business Sisters are doing it for themselves in North-West Brisbane (and Australia wide!), with a record number of women running their own small businesses.

New figures from the Australian Bureau of Statistics show 12.1 per cent of the nation’s 5.9 million employed woman are now their own boss.

More than a third of all small businesses are run by women, and there’s a blooming world of networking, blogs and entrepreneurial women taking ­advantage of the trend.

‘If you look at women in particular, they are more formally educated and moving into their family forming years in their 30s, and they have invested more to prepare themselves, with more education, so they want to make sure they can continue a burgeoning career,’ social demographer Mark McCrindle explained.

In this feature, we are celebrating some incredible local businesswomen who have taken a leap of faith and are making a name for themselves in small business.

From Dentists to Accountants to Equine Specialists, all these ladies are from truly diverse industries. We have also compiled an online ‘Mini Mag’ that contains all the ladies from this edition, so head online to have a read on our website at www. echo-news.com.au

GENT’S It’s Your Turn Next!

Just like this epic Women in Business feature, Echo News will be publishing a MEN In Business showcase in the JULY edition. Spots are limited!

For more information, contact admin@echo-news.com.au

The Admire DentistryTeam

Say hello to Oral Health Therapists Sarah and Priya, and dentists Dr Alex, Dr Renee, and Dr Emma! These ladies at Admire Dentistry are here to take care of all your oral health care needs.

It is our aim at Admire Dentistry that whichever dentist you see, you will be treated with the same level of care and understanding, while receiving the highest standard of treatment. Our clinicians work closely together to create bespoke treatment plans to suit your individual needs, they know the importance of taking an integrated approach to your oral health care.

We pride ourselves in treating all patients in all fields of dentistry and aesthetics.

Priya and Sarah are your Oral Health Therapists and are an asset to the Admire Team. While new to the Admire team, they have been practicing oral health

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therapy and treating patients for over 10 years. They specialise in dental hygiene, oral health and gum care, and preventative treatments for patients of all ages. Armed with the latest technology, they use EMS Airflow to remove harmful biofilm from your teeth to improve your overall health. With these ladies by our side, Admire Dentistry will continue to maintain the very best in oral hygiene and cleaning care for our patients.

If you are looking for a new Dentist, give the friendly team at Admire Dentistry a call or visit our website to book an appointment.

We guarantee to exceed all your expectations in quality, care, and commitment..

Web: www.admiredentistry.com.au

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Rana Jewell Stretch Therapy Teacher Beneath the Surface Do you sit all day? Most of us do, in our daily life, even at night. We are designed to move…and rest.

I discovered Stretch Therapy many years ago, while performing as a Dancer in a Burlesque Cabaret. This is where I met a 70+ fellow performer who could do the full splits. When I asked Jim about this, he said that he started stretch therapy because in his late 40’s he could no longer sit on the floor cross legged. If you aren’t flexible, as an adult, can that change? For my friend, Jim, it changed dramatically.

Not everyone will want to aim for the full splits. What if you simply want to easily get back up off the floor without reaching for a chair or the wall? Or you want to run around more effortlessly with you or your friend’s children, grandchildren, nieces, nephews, etc?

In Jim’s words stretch therapy is a supported practice

‘to increase suppleness, tone your muscles and relax your body.’

In my own experience, as well as improving my flexibility as I age (now in my 60’s), the wonderful side effects of stretch therapy have been less niggly pains in my hips and lower back as well as noticing that it stills my busy mind, allowing me to relax, unwind and sleep better on more nights.

Since meeting Jim, I enjoyed my classes so much that in October 2019 I did my stretch therapy teacher training with Kit Laughlin and Olivia Allnut in Greenwell Point, NSW. This is a CALL out. Would you like to sample stretch therapy? If yes, please contact me to register your interest now, as I will be teaching more classes this coming September.

Phone: 0408 510 001

Email: ranajewell@beneaththesurface.com.au

Phone: 0408 510 001

Email: ranajewell@beneaththesurface.com.au

Tanya Newsome Venue Manager Ferny Hills Aquatic Centre Meet Tanya, the Venue Manager of Ferny Hills Aquatic Centre, managed by Belgravia Leisure, on behalf of Moreton Bay Regional Council. Tanya has over a decade of experience in the aquatic industry, with various roles, including learn to swim teaching, coaching, education, and program management.

Tanya‘s journey in the industry started as a local mum taking her children to swimming lessons, a sport she enjoyed in her youth, “I worked with the most amazing individuals who loved teaching. Becoming a teacher offered me great work-life balance with school pickups and drop-offs and was something I was extremely passionate about,” Tanya explained.

Combined with her business and human resources background, Tanya developed skills and additional qualifications that led her to managing a health and well-being venue.

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“Understanding teaching helps me support and develop my team. I have qualifications in babies & toddlers, competitive strokes and disability support. My role also includes presenting for Swim Coaches and Teachers Australia.

“One of the best parts of my role is connecting with the community. We are passionate about access, inclusion and ensuring everybody feels welcome at all Belgravia Leisure managed venues. Learning to swim is a lifesaving skill you have for life, and it‘s never too late to learn,” Tanya concluded.

Get in touch with Tanya and her team on the Ferny Hills Aquatic Centre website here: https://www. fernyhillspool.com.au/ Find a career with Belgravia Leisure here: https:// belgravialeisure.com.au/career-opportunities/

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Jo Dickson Owner-Manager Bank of Queensland Stafford Meet Jo Dickson, Your Local BOQ Owner-Manager For those of you who don’t know, Bank of Queensland has a unique Owner-Manager franchise model. This means that the local managers you speak to don’t just manage the branch, they own it too.

Enter Jo Dickson, Owner-Manager of BOQ Stafford. Jo’s journey with BOQ began over 21 years ago when she started in branch as a Customer Service Officer. She quickly moved up the ranks to Branch Manager before transitioning into Head Office where she held a number of roles, before coming full circle and making the jump into becoming an Owner-Manager in 2019. This enabled her to leverage her extensive banking career, while also taking the next step into owning her own business.

“Helping customers achieve their financial goals and being a part of their journey is so important to me, and being an Owner-Manager really allows me to take this to the next level,” Jo said.

Being a small business owner is no easy feat, however she’s picked up a few tips and tricks along the way, including the importance of surrounding yourself with the right people.

“Having a professional and personal support system has been essential to finding success in my business, as it means you aren’t doing it alone. Never underestimate the importance of a good team!”

She’s also learnt to value the importance of a positive work/life balance.

“You need to ensure you always take a break, as hard as it might seem. Trust me, you will be a better business owner for it, and your customers, staff and business will all benefit.”

To experience the BOQ Stafford difference today, pop in branch, or give Jo and the team a call on (07) 3352 1000!

I know small business because I own one I don’t just manage my BOQ branch, I own it too. That’s why when your small business banks with a BOQ Owner-Manager, you’ll be dealing with someone who’s been there too, and truly understands what it takes to own a small business.

See how my small business can help yours.

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Kellie Phillips Director - Australian Elite Insurance Solutions Kellie Phillips is a local General Insurance Broker. Her career started in 2007 working as a receptionist at a local insurance broker’s office. Since then, she has climbed the professional ladder and advanced from a Domestic Insurance Broker to a Commercial Insurance Broker.

During her time working for another insurance broker,it became apparent that the brokerage was very sales driven. She knew the service she was providing was being compromised and it made her release that there was a better way she could service her clients.

With this in mind, Kellie ventured out on her own and started her own business, Australian Elite Insurance Solutions in May 2015 working as an authorised broker for Community Broker Network.

Both creativity and business are equally important to Kellie. When it comes to artistic direction, she prides herself on her creativity. Her mission is to set the

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standard of excellence among SME businesses by being innovative, being financially strong and exceeding her client’s expectations.

“Without our clients, we have nothing. The fact that I have built up a solid operation that has stood the test of time means to me, that our level of responsiveness and service standards are meeting our client needs. Client satisfaction is the measure of my success,” said Kellie.

“In 2020 my brokerage was nominated for ‘Best customer service from an individual office’. We went on to win the excellence award in that category. The following year I was named as a finalist for “Individual Authorised Broker of the Year.”

If you are looking for an insurance broker who can help you with your Business Insurance, Professional Indemnity, Public Liability or for your home and contents, motor vehicle, Jetski or boat – Give Kellie a call!

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Sonia Crozier Owner/Operator - UBX Mitchelton

The rise of boxing in Mitchelton fuelled by one local business After a challenging few years, local business owner Sonia Crozier has come out punching in 2022, making her mark on the global stage and celebrating with her thriving Mitchelton community! After three years owning ‘12RND Fitness’ and bringing boxing, the fastest growing sport in Australia, to Brookside Shopping Centre, Sonia has joined 94 clubs across the country in rebranding to ‘UBX – Boxing + Strength’, uniting with the network’s international clubs.

“The name UBX (pronounced you-box) reflects exactly what we do,” says Sonia, “delivering boxing and strength workouts for every fitness level.”

A group fitness instructor and personal trainer, Sonia began as a member herself in 2017 and soon saw the

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many benefits the training brought. “From improving strength and balance, to giving you great aerobic exercise, it’s fantastic for heart health and fitness,” explains Sonia. “Not to mention the benefits of improving brain function and hand-eye coordination.”

Attracted by the fact that the franchise began in Brisbane, founded by Aussies Danny Green and Tim West, Sonia took the leap of faith and opened her own club in her home suburb of Mitchelton, leading a team of five experienced trainers. “Our passion is to bring boxing to more people, giving everyone the opportunity to train like a boxer and reap the benefits without the risk of being hit.”

To celebrate the launch of the new brand name, Sonia and UBX Mitchelton are giving away a 12-month membership to one lucky local member!

E: mitchelton@ubxtraining.com.au

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Women in Business

Leilani Kovacs Owner - Samford Variety Store

Mexican born Leilani always had a dream to own her own business. That dream became a reality in 2020 when the opportunity arose to purchase local newsagency the Samford Variety Store, which she grabbed with both hands.

Fast forward two years, and with resilience, persistence and dedication, Leilani has turned this local newsagency into a thriving success, something of which she says she could not have achieved without the support of her family, the fantastic local community and her trusted staff.

‘It was difficult at the beginning but things became more interesting and exciting as time goes on. I received a lot of support from the Samford community which has shaped the success of our little store,’ explains Leilani.

Holding an International Business Degree and a MBA in Administration and Marketing, business savvy Leilani has grown the newsagency from being a Subagent to a

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Full Newsagency, and now stocks over 250 magazines and supplies the local supermarket with magazines.

Leilani strives to meet her clients expectations and says exceptional customer service is paramount to the success of her business.

‘I take a lot of pride and responsibility to meet my customers expectations. There is nothing I enjoy more than when I can help a customer find that ‘special thing, that special gift’ or provide one of our many services that make lives easier and more convenient for our customers,’ says Leilani.

If you are in Samford, why not pop in and check out this little gem? The Samford Variety Store & Newsagency sells newspapers and magazines, Lotto tickets, stationary, art & craft items, kitchen supplies, sports, bike accessories, toys, games, wrap, greeting cards, gifts, party supplies, helium balloons, costumes and so much more.

E: samfordvariety@gmail.com

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Alison Schutt

Founding Director - Stationery Aid Meet Alison, a wildlife warrior, mum of two and the proud co-founder of Stationery Aid - a local not for profit organisation who are helping disadvantaged school students and their families by donating environmentally sustainable educational resources through diverse community collaborations.

With a love for helping people and the planet, it is no surprise that Alison together with her husband Jan Schutt, are on a mission to create positive change for people and our environment by achieving a full circular economy by continuing to renew, reuse and recycle where possible, and to support vulnerable and disadvantaged people within our community.

Founded in 2020, Stationery Aid was created with the intention of diverting excess and perfectly usable

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school stationery from landfill. After being made aware of the very serious need to support local disadvantaged students and families with educational resources, it became Alison’s purpose to collect, sort, clean, renew the stationery items and help students and families experiencing destitution and hardship.

Stationery Aid are already kicking goals by; diverting 16,320 litres of used books and stationery from landfill in 2021, providing 339 students in 2022 with a repurposed booklist and establishing 27 stationery drop off points within South East Queensland.

You can follow, fund and support Stationery Aid’s social and environmental purpose on Facebook, Instagram and Twitter.

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Susanne Jones Alexandra Davies Director Just Better Care Brisbane North

Dentist, Admire Dentistry Family Clinic

2021 was never planned as a year of awards activity Yet the need to observe, document and prove our culture to outsiders so valuable, at timesatalso for me, or for my team.

But by is the end of last year, Admire Dentistry in Arana Hills where you will find we Dr Alex loves herproved profession.

It can bewhile challenging timesa littlealso challenging. had found ourselves extremely rewarding. She loves meeting new Alexandra Davies. both winners and finalists, and also but learners along the way. people and is fond of all her patients. While she excels in Alex found her love for Dentistry while being mentored Key members of my team were tasked with assorted all fields of particularlyand enjoys Endodontics While the awards that we entered were very localised, to aspects ofdentistry, the awardshe submission, we workshopped

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Elena Bishop CEO MSW BScPsy AASW Supportive Therapy & Social Work

Meet Elena, she is the face behind Supportive Therapy & Social Work in Arana Hills. She started her Private Practice to make a positive difference to our community, and to have a voice for the voiceless. Motivating others to feel strong and confident, to evolve into a better version of themselves, and be happier in all their relationships.

Her passion is supporting mothers. As a mother of three young boys, she is very aware of the complex challenges faced by Aussie mums.

As well as running her Private Practice, Elena is the Brisbane Mothers’ Mental Health Network Coordinator.

Collaborating with the Mental Health Professionals Network, her last two webinars were “adolescent abuse towards mothers” and how to support mothers in “The Sandwich Generation”. Her articles have been published in The Hills Echo, Australia Counselling and Talked.

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Elena also presents entertaining workshops to Child Care Centres for parents in our local community. We all think in pictures, so taking advantage of her YouTube channel to understand psychological concepts has been found very beneficial for mothers.

To support mothers in small business, she started ‘The Wellness Hub’ in Arana Hills. The space features a Sound Healer, Biofield Tuner, ADHD Coach & tutoring for Dyslexic children. These are examples of a holistic approach to support clients through education, empowerment and normalising how we all struggle.

‘I believe a good therapist is considerate, warm and patient, who listen to the needs of her clients. If you think you are too small to make a difference, try sleeping with a mosquito.’

www.supportivetherapysocialwork.com

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Danni Vee Alexandra Davies Dentist, Admire Dentistry Family Clinic

Owner/CEO - Head Coach My Fit Tribe & Danni Vee

Admire Dentistry in Arana Hills is where you will find Dr Danni VeeDavies. is a transformational specialist, empowering Alexandra women to re-energise and rejuvenate their mind, body Alex found her love for Dentistry while being mentored and soul.

by Dr Ed Tucker at his dental practice in Samford. When Nothing makes happier than women she graduated fromher Dental School she watching was lucky enough embrace body positivity, learn to love themselves and to be offered a job with the practice. become stronger, smarter and more empowered. It’s the In 2018 Alex began locum work drives in Biloela, she enjoys it best thing EVER and it’s what her personal and out there andpassion. continues to fly out 1 week a month. professional Late 2019 saw Alex make a big decision to embark on Danni‘s main focus is supporting her clients to build a new chapter. She always dreamt to one day own her positive, kick-ass, run-the-world attitudes. When women own practice, and in May 2020 this became reality. This arm themselves with a strong, powerful mindset, then new adventure has brought Alex to Arana Hills where she healthy exercise and nutrition choices just come naturally has opened a brand new dental practice she is proud and their confidence and self-esteem soar. to call her own.

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Alex loves her profession. It can be challenging at times They areextremely unstoppable! but also rewarding. She loves meeting new people is fond of all her patients.

While she in An NLPand Practitioner, Danni takes women fromexcels a point all of dentistry, she particularly enjoys Endodontics of fields disconnection, awakens the confidence within and and Oral Surgery in addition to aagain newfound lovesignature of Facial helps you find your inner joy with her Aesthetics (anti-wrinkle and filler). systems and mindset techniques.

Alex values to Danni also honesty runs Myand Fittransparency Tribe - localwhen groupit comes exercise her patient‘s treatment needs Hill andand values working classes for women in Eatons Warner and with has other allied health a private studio in professionals.

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Alex loves tohealth keep fit and for over 13 years, certified A women’s expert healthy with friends.

She pregnancy/post natal specialist, Danni works with has a horse, dogs and ison their fitness journey also women from2 all stages excited to be introducing offering free babysitting at all morning classes so the 2mums mini Galloway steers can workout whiletotheir babes play. the family.

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Miriam Pius

Counsellor and Owner M-Power Counselling & Consultancy Meet Miriam, Counsellor, and owner of M-Power Counselling & Consultancy - a boutique counselling practice in Mitchelton.

Working as a counsellor in Brisbane for over 15 years, she holds post-graduate qualifications in Psychology, and Counselling. Miriam is also a member of the Psychotherapy and Counselling Federation of Australia and the Australian Society of Rehabilitation Counsellors.

M-Power Counselling was born out of Miriam’s desire to equip people with the tools to intentionally create a fulfilling life. Her passion and areas of expertise are vast and varied. She can help in a multitude of ways from helping people to deal with stress and anxiety concerns to helping clients achieve their vocational goals or even helping with the transition of returning to work after an injury or disability.

P: 0430 303 172

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Miriam is also passionate about helping migrants and refugees cope with the social, emotional, and career challenges of living in a new country.

Her life experiences, combined with her professional background and expertise, gives her a unique insight into the challenges of people living with mental health concerns.

M-Power Counselling offers a variety of services including; Individual counselling, Vocational / career counselling, Multicultural counselling, Chronic pain management and Adjustment to Disability Counselling.

In addition, Miriam will be facilitating a Free Pain Support Group in Mitchelton on behalf of the Australian Pain Management Association. Email mitchelton@ painmanagement.org.au for more information.

www.mpowercc.com.au

E: miriam@mpowercc.com.au

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Anne Pearson Founder Field of Dreams Anne Pearson is the founder and owner of Field of Dreams - an equine assisted learning centre.

Anne has always had a special interest in supporting young children with additional needs, and is passionate about using animals and the natural environment to support young children to achieve their individual goals in a loving, caring way.

With a strong teaching background behind her, in 2018 she decided that in the best interests of her personal and family health, she would branch out on her own to develop a specialist centre for children with additional needs. As a carer for her then husband and youngest daughter, Anne certainly has the life experiences and professional expertise to truly support local families on their journey.

Holding a plethora of tertiary qualifications that include; Dip Teach (NRCAE), BECE (CQU), and a Beginning

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Teachers Mentor, this Equine Assisted Learning professional, who is internationally qualified as a Certified Equine Interaction Professional-Education, certainly knows what she is doing and is well revered by peers within her industry.

She has completed specialist training in; play-based pedagogy; working with young children with additional needs; supporting children diagnosed with Autism; fine motor development; handwriting; supporting the programs developed by Speech-Language Pathologists and Occupational Therapists; developing phonemic awareness and using the knowledge of phonics; sensory play and support and using animals to support children. In addition, she has recently qualified to share therapeutic art with her clients. Limited vacancies exist Monday – Saturday. Email for further information.

www.fieldofdreams.com.au

E: anne@fieldofdreams.com.au

Donna Pritchard Alexandra Davies Certified Bookkeeping Specialist First Class Dentist, Accounts Admire Dentistry Family FernyClinic Grove

Admire Dentistry in Arana Hills is where you will find Dr Donna Pritchard Alexandra Davies. is the owner/operator of a newly established bookkeeping business First Class Accounts Alex found her love for Dentistry while being mentored - Ferny Grove. Her background includes over 30 years’ by Dr Ed Tucker at his dental practicewith in Samford.

When experience helping businesses their general she graduated from Dental School she was lucky enough bookkeeping, payroll, budgets, reporting, analysis, and to be offered a job with the practice. systems accounting needs.

In 2018 is Alex began locum work in Biloela, sheassociate enjoys it Donna a fully certified bookkeeper and out there of and continues to and fly out a month. member CPA Australia, has1aweek Graduate Diploma in Project Management, her with the right Late 2019 saw Alex make providing a big decision to embark on tools to assist businesses with all of their operational a new chapter. She always dreamt to one day own her finance needs. own practice, and in May 2020 this became reality. This new adventure has‘my brought Alex to Arana where and she Donna reflects, fascination with Hills numbers has opened a brand new dental practice is proud business operations began during my tenshe years as a company in the Hills District, and it was that to call herbookkeeper own.

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Alex loves her profession. It can be challenging at times role also that triggered myrewarding. progression intoloves large meeting corporations, but extremely She new in industries construction, people and issuch fond as of all her patients.hospitality, While she logistics, excels in education, and information technology’. all fields of dentistry, she particularly enjoys Endodontics ‘I have always enjoyed getting know andlove understand and Oral Surgery in addition to atonewfound of Facial what makes a business tick, and how the numbers align Aesthetics (anti-wrinkle and filler). with current and future plans’, said Donna.

Alex values honesty and transparency when it comes to Often asked why she chose to start a franchise business her patient‘s treatment needs and values working with rather than going it alone, Donna responds ‘I wanted to other allied health professionals. run my own business, but still feel like I was part of a Alex loves to keep fit and team, and the First Class Accounts network of over 160 healthy with friends.

She certainly delivers on that’. professional bookkeepers has a horse, 2 dogs and is Give Donna a call on 0401 083 358 for assistance with excited to be introducing all your business bookkeeping and payroll needs, leaving 2you mini Galloway steers to free to pursue the things in business and life that the family. matter most to you.

www.firstclassaccounts.com/ferny-grove

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MandyBarker Alexandra Davies Founder Message Magnifier

Dentist, Admire Dentistry Family Clinic

Growing your audience can take a while to get right, but Meet Mandy Barker – Founder of Message Magnifier. is here to pull youItaway from the time-suck of Alex loves her profession. can be challenging at times Admire Dentistry in Arana Hills is where you will find Dr After many years working in small business, big business Mandy youralso social channels, so you getShe back to working onnew that extremely rewarding. loves meeting Alexandra Davies. as well as state and federal governments, Mandy ditched but amazing business yours. and is fond ofofall her patients. While she excels in the corporate 2015 and dove headfirst into people Alex found her world love forinDentistry while being mentored all fields ofthought dentistry, she particularly enjoys freelancing as a Virtual Assistant.

So, if the of getting on top of your Endodontics social media

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Alex values honesty and transparency when it comes to In 2018 Alex began locum pain workpoints, in Biloela, she enjoys it her patient‘s treatment needs and values working with “By listening to my clients my services now With a long history of shining a light on those who want out there and continues fly out 1 week a month. focus on awareness andtoengagement activities through other professionals. to be allied seen health and heard, Mandy has built a reputation as social media well as amanaging their electronic Late 2019 saw as Alex make big decision to embark on Alex lovessocial to keep fit and content management expert. a trusted media andShe editing anddreamt publishing their blog posts. anewsletters, new chapter. always to one day own her healthy friends.

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Jordan Pavey

Chartered Accountant Dream Finance Brokers & Accountants A Dream Accountant for Professional Services Many business owners tend to view a “good” accountant through a transactional lens, solely focused on how they can minimise tax and manage your books.

But Dream Financing co-owner and Chartered Accountant, Jordan Pavey takes a different approach.

Your Accountant can be your trusted business partner helping pinpoint business structure and growth opportunities.

“While increasing revenue is the goal for some businesses, for others success is having the right business structure in place, a clear strategy for paying wages and superannuation (including to the business owner) and protecting your assets,” Jordan suggests.

Educating and empowering established business owners is at the heart of their Brendale based accounting firm.

Dream Financing works closely with female-led

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professional services business owners and family-owned outfits. From lawyers and financial planners to real estate, IT and beyond.

“So many of the women I speak to don’t realise they are running a legitimate business, not just a hobby.

It’s the little things we do like ensuring they are paying themselves a wage and building their confidence when it comes to financial knowledge and tax that makes the difference,” she said.

Do you run a professional services business and need a dream accountant?

Blending the expertise of an inner city Accounting firm with a tech-savvy suburban practice, Dream Financing is redefining what a “good” accountant is.

Take ownership of your business finances and give yourself the best possible financial foundation to chase your dreams. Contact Jordan today!

www.dreamfinancing.com.au

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Women in Business

Profiling Feature Echo News is publishing the annual ‘Women In Business’ feature in the upcoming May and June editions. This advertorial styled feature is extremely popular and allows readers to gain an insight into the talented women that own (or work in) local businesses in and around north westDentist, Brisbane. If Owner/Operator you have a key female employee, or perhaps you, the business owner has Admire Dentistry Family Clinic Design Spot major talents, experience or qualifications you would like our community to read about, get in touch! This feature is a fantastic way to expand on the Admire Dentistry in Arana Hills is where you will find Dr Alex loves her profession. It can be challenging at times Hi, I’m Melissa from Design Spot – a Warner based may started as a ‘side hussle’ but quite becamenew my services your business offer. but also extremely rewarding.

She quickly loves meeting Alexandra Davies.

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Alexandra Davies Melissa Hanwright

Alex found love for Dentistry while beingon mentored training andher experience and I pride myself making While designing is my main focus, over the years I’ve built all fields of dentistry, she particularly enjoys Endodontics by Drvision Ed Tucker at his dental practice in Samford. When alliances with various trade suppliers in the industry and your a reality!

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I This completed my school education it was natural supply the highest quality products at realistic prices on option.

Along with the opportunity to advertise in 1, 2 or all 3 of our newspapers.

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My specialties are: logos out therecompleted and continues fly out Practices 1 week a month. by other allied$650 health professionals.

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This is a great option for a group of ladies within a business own practice, and in MayNewspapers 2020 this became This has a horse, 2 dogs is companies, Queensland and a reality. few different to have a lot of input and and infinitely customise the work we DEADLINE: Price: 1 Agencies. newspaper: 2tonewspapers: $950,she 3 newspapers: $1350 new adventure has brought Alex Arana where excited to be introducing Advertising In$490, the year 2000 IHills registered my create together to suit your needs. It gives me a great MAY ISSUE has opened a brand new dental isour proud miniofGalloway steers tomy clients succeeding business, Design Spot which waspractice named after first 2deal satisfaction to see in their EACH paper distributes 14,500/month to theshe below suburbs to call herEcho: own. the family. dog, Lorana - aEverton spotty dalmatian!

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Do you run a professional services business and need so inaccountant? love with cake-making. It brings me much a‘I’m dream happiness and satisfaction create pieces Blending the expertise of anto inner city beautiful Accounting firm that can be part of someone’s special celebration,’ with a tech-savvy suburban practice, Dream Financing stated Kristin. is redefining what a “good” accountant is.

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Alexandra Davies Georgia Wright

Dentist, Admire Dentistry Family Clinic LittleIt can Echo) & Journalist loves her(The profession. be challenging at times Admire Dentistry in Arana Hills is where you will findDigital Dr AlexEditor but The also extremely rewarding.

She loves meeting new Alexandra Davies.

Little Echo (Echo News Group) Alex found her love for Dentistry while being mentored

by Dr Ed Tucker at his dental practice in Samford. When she from Dental she wasfor lucky As agraduated young, aspiring writerSchool who dreams theenough moon, to be offered a job with the practice.

Georgia Wright has certainly already begun to rattle In Alex began locum workjournalist, in Biloela,digital she enjoys the2018 stars.

A published author, editor,it out there andand continues to flyatout 1 week a month. copy writer, proofreader age 18, this girl doesn’t muck2019 around.

Late saw Alex make a big decision to embark on

aPerhaps new chapter. always dreamt to books one day own her it was She her childhood love of that lit the own practice, and May 2020 this of became reality.

This fire in her belly to in produce stories her own.

Perhaps new adventure Alex Georgia to Arana Hills she it was the facthas thatbrought 7-year-old was where promised has opened a brand new dental practice she is proud

by McDowall State School’s principal, Mr Fogarty, that to her for own. hercall talent writing would make her famous someday.

Perhaps it was both. Either way, by the time she had reached Year 11 at Wavell State High School, every member of the student body knew her name, and everyone knew she had put a book on the library’s shelves.

‘Love Hurts’, Georgia’s debut novel—a witty and romantic coming-of-age tale—was co-published by the author herself and InHouse Publishing in 2020, right in the thick of COVID-19. It became quite the local hit with young girls, and even with some of Georgia’s friends’ mums! Mere weeks after its release, Georgia got straight to work on the manuscript of her next novel, which is still in progress.

P: 0478 562 713

people and is fond of all her patients. While she excels in all fields of dentistry, she particularly enjoys Endodontics and Oral Surgery in addition to a newfound love of Facial Although, (anti-wrinkle ‘Love Hurts’and is filler). far from Georgia’s only Aesthetics accomplishment.

For work experience Year 10, Alex values honesty and transparency wheninit comes to Georgia chose to jump aboard The Hills Echo’s ship as her patient‘s treatment needs and values working with a proofreader for the week. The team liked her enough other allied health professionals. to keep her around permanently, and ever since, her role Alex loves to keep fit and at the Echo News has only grown.

From her beginning to healthy with friends. She produce journalistic work for the company, to then also has a horse, 2 dogs and is proofreading Everton Echo and The Eatons Echo, excited to beThe introducing securing the position as Journalist / Digital Editor for 2tomini Galloway steers to The Little Echo, Georgia’s contribution is never-ending. the family.

Just like that fire that continues to burn true.

Currently studying A Bachelor of Fine Arts with a Major in Creative Writing and a Minor in Journalism at Queensland University of Technology, Georgia is working hard in all departments to set up her future. She also offers freelance journalism services to businesses and individuals, having spent some time working for Brisbane Kids Magazine and Carolyn McCall’s Little Project Management Company. Georgia hopes to turn these services into her own business one day, with book writing to be her side hustle. Until then, she will continue climbing up in the world from publication to publication.

Star to star.

www.littleecho.com.au

E: georgia@echo-news.com.au

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