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Women in Business

This is why I do it: The Canberra Doctor creating a Safe Haven for mothers

When Sarah Bombell was four years old, her grandparents took her for a drive through Sydney. As they passed Sydney University, Sarah apparently pointed to it and proclaimed, “I’m going to go there one day and be a doctor!”

Nadia Pessarossi: Pulse8 Strategies. The People Initiative. Bruton Basketball Foundation

For Nadia, leadership is driven by people, purpose and positive impact.

Juliet Menakaya: Director, Junic Eyecare Coombs

At Junic Eyecare Coombs, Juliet leads with both medical expertise and genuine compassion.

Rachel Anasson and Natalie Kokic Schmidt: Partners of Goodhaus Property

Where good people make great homes Built on trust, teamwork, and a shared vision, Goodhaus Property is the result of family collaboration and a passion for people. Co-founded by sisters-in-law Rachel Anasson and...

Liz Wensing: Owner/Director, Change Yoga & Wellness

At the heart of Canberra’s wellness community, Liz leads Change Yoga & Wellness with compassion, clarity and purpose.

Bianca Emery: Residential Sales Specialist, Auctioneer and Director, home.byholly and Called It!

Dynamic, creative, and deeply people-focused, Bianca thrives where connection meets confidence.

Dr Kavitha Vegunta: Director/Owner, Dental Sleep and TMJ Therapy

For Kavitha, success hasn’t come from following a formula; it’s been built through courage, persistence, and faith in her own vision. As

Eloise Higgins: Manager, Daydream Machine

As Manager of Daydream Machine, Eloise helps lead a creative and inclusive space where neurodiverse youth can explore their talents in music, art and technology.

Vera Vujic: Owner, Coco’s Hair

For Vera, hairdressing has always been about more than beautiful hair; it’s about connection, confidence, and care.

Lauren Sutherland: Founder & Creative Instigator, The Tipsy Sketching Club

Blending creativity with confidence and a splash of fun, The Tipsy Sketching Club is redefining what it means to draw outside the lines.

Jodi Shepherd: Director, Hot Shots Photography & Media Services

For over 30 years, Hot Shots Photography & Media Services has captured Canberra’s people, events, and stories with creativity and heart.

Mary Zheng and Iana Ismael: Co-founders, Ability Matters

Co-founders of Ability Matters, Mary Zheng and Iana Ismael, share a vision built on compassion, collaboration and empowerment.

Adele & Pene: The Reindeer’s Retreat

Where Christmas spirit meets social purpose, The Reindeer’s Retreat is bringing festive joy with heart to Canberra.

Simone Ey: Managing Director, Citron Consulting

At the helm of Citron Consulting, Simone combines behavioural insight with strategic leadership to help individuals, teams and organisations thrive.

The women keeping South.Point connected

At South.Point Shopping Centre, it’s the people behind the scenes who make every visit a welcoming and memorable experience.

Sarah Burrows: Founder, CEO, Coach and Trainer, L3 Coaching

Since founding L3 Coaching in 2021, Sarah has combined her background in science with her passion for people to help others live with greater clarity, confidence and purpose.

Dr Ellen McKenzie: Director/Clinical Psychologist, Canberra Psychology Services

At Canberra Psychology Services, Ellen leads with empathy, experience and adaptability.

Anita O’Meara and Nikki Ettema: Co-owners, Curves Jamison Gym

For Anita and Nikki, Curves Jamison is more than a gym, it’s a community built on strength, support, and self-belief.

Afra: Practice Owner, My Dentist Canberra

Afra’s story is one of determination, resilience and purpose.

Sophie Mclean: Director, Your Property Profits

For Sophie Mclean, success in property is about more than profit. It’s about helping people move forward with confidence.

Northside Community Service: Nurturing community from the very beginning

At the heart of Northside Community Service is a shared commitment to inclusion, education, and connection.

Carroll & O’Dea Lawyers: Advocating with compassion

Diana Farah and Olivia Mailian have built their careers on advocating for justice with compassion.

Pam Howarth: Raising the bar at Queenies at Kingston

After nearly three decades in the insurance sector, Pam Howarth made a bold career pivot, swapping boardrooms for bar tables and spreadsheets for soul-filled jazz nights.

Dr Beatrice Tonks: Cosmetic Doctor and Cosmetic Medicine Lead, Canberra Plastic Surgery

At Canberra Plastic Surgery, Beatrice blends medical expertise with empathy to redefine modern aesthetic care.

The women driving legal excellence at Maliganis Edwards Johnson

The team of women at Maliganis Edwards Johnson are leaders in their field, dedicated to advocating for justice and supporting their clients with expertise and compassion.

Freedom Financial Solutions FFS & Freedom Financial Partners

At the helm of Freedom Financial Solutions and Freedom Financial Partners are three women driven by purpose and experience.

Jacinta Matthews: Director/Founder, M2T Training/MOC Apparel and a Survivor of Domestic Violence

Driven by purpose and resilience, Jacinta Matthews channels her lived experience into empowering others through her two ventures.

LJ Hooker Kippax: Hannah Green & Olivia Schultz

At LJ Hooker Kippax, Hannah Green and Olivia Schultz are part of a new generation of real estate professionals redefining what success looks like in the industry.

Nurse Next Door Canberra, Batemans Bay and surrounds: Leading with heart in home care

At Nurse Next Door Canberra and Batemans Bay, mother-daughter duo Kylie and Jacinta Williams are redefining what quality in-home care looks like.

Riana Janse van Rensburg: Director/Dermal Therapist and Cosmetic Nurse, Aesthetic Medicine Canberra

With more than 30 years in the beauty and skin health industry, Riana brings deep expertise and a personal touch to every treatment.
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