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Women in Business

TC Restaurant & Bar: Family ties inspire tea-infused fine dining

Coco Zeng and her family bring fresh ingredients, luxury tea, and an inviting atmosphere to Canberra with their tea-infused fine dining restaurant, TC Restaurant & Bar. 

Science Skincare: Proving what Australian botanical skincare can do

For Canberra-born Elissa O’Keefe, Science Skincare has been a kernel of an idea for more than 40 years.

Canberra Theatre Centre: Sharing culture and stories on the theatre stage

In her role at Canberra Theatre Centre, Gillian Schwab is dedicated to enriching Canberra’s cultural life.

Colleen’s: Delivering an uplifting customer experience

A diagnosis of breast cancer led Gillian Horton to taking over Colleen’s in 2014, a lingerie store which fitted bras for women after breast cancer surgery.

Hot Shots Photography: Compassion and love captured in every shot

Proud of her long-lasting return client base, Jodi Shepherd has cemented Hot Shots Photography as the go to memory catcher in Canberra.

Muse Pilates Studio: The friendly and judgement-free Pilates studio

With a Bachelor of Commerce and experience across a range of different industries, Allana Frisken now employs 60 people across 10 Muse Pilates Studios.

Transform Parenting: Creating more confidence in parents, in pregnancy and beyond

Curating and delivering quality information and coaching in a way that creates deep change and more confidence in the families she works with inspires Tracey Anderson Askew to keep ‘transform parenting’ – one family at a time.

Project Lighting: 50 years young and the future is bright

From humble beginnings at a small store in Phillip, family-owned business Project Lighting has grown over the past 50 years.

Canberra Ink: Defying the norm, empowering through body art

Canberra-born Gabrielle Slater thrives under pressure, stepping up to the plate to lead local, family-owned business, Canberra Ink in producing some of the ACT’s best body art.

Rhubarb & Me: Making sustainable hairdressing possible

At the age of 24, Elise Knight was given the opportunity to buy into Rhubarb & Me Hair Boutique – her dream since she was a child.

Underground Spirits: Distilling connection, creativity and community

Claudia Roughley wanted to focus on something she really loved when the opportunity arose to join her brother on a wild new venture – Canberra’s own Underground Spirits.

Katrina Burgers Photography: Empowering women by revealing their true essence

Canberra-based professional photographer Katrina Burgers loves to empower women through photographic sessions that see their confidence skyrocket.

Raine & Horne Goulburn: Focused, persistent, and providing comprehensive service

One half of Raine & Horne Goulburn’s power couple, Courtnie Alaia is the CEO overseeing the entire organisation.

National Opera: Women leading the way

With melody running through their veins, Stephanie McAlister and Erika Tolano have dedicated their lives to musical pursuits.

JD2 Finance: Find your mortgage solution

Juliet Dawtrey loves problem solving and customer service – she proudly opened JD2 Finance two years ago and loves every moment of it.

Astin Hair: Keeping Canberra bright, colourful and beautiful

Growing up in Canberra with dreams of being a hairdresser, Erika Buckley has made her wish come true as a part owner of Astin Hair in Curtin.

The Tilt Agency: Delivering the results clients need

Noticing the lack of opportunities in Canberra for recent marketing and communication graduates, Penny Davy-Whyte decided to be the change, starting her own media agency and strategy firm, The Tilt Agency.

Herbert’s at Evatt: Great food, drinks and customer service is their motto

Herbert’s at Evatt has been welcomed into the local community with open arms, which has helped to make their restaurant what it is today.

MD Cosmedical Solutions: Helping patients feel good about themselves

Vicky Lambrinos grew up knowing she always wanted to work in an industry where she could help people feel good about themselves.

Spinach Ventures: Cultivate your workplace culture

Renee Beerworth discovered her passion for Human Relations (HR) and realised she loved working with people in everyday situations rather than in a clinical practice.

Hachi Studio: Australia’s first tattoo studio on campus

Hayley Chiplin has gone from the kid who was drawing before she was talking, to the owner of Australia’s first tattoo studio in a university setting at the Australian National University.

Coco’s of Watson: Dedicated to your beauty

With years of dedication to her craft, Vera Vujic makes the people of Canberra look and feel their best at her own salon, Coco’s of Watson in Watson.

Ted & Olive: A boutique for everyday women

Kingston’s Ted & Olive is a women’s clothing boutique that offers a curated collection of quality labels for the everyday woman.

Gewürzhaus Spice House: To inspire and nurture cooking at home

Coming from a family of home cooks and bakers, sisters Maria and Eva Konecsny were looking for a venture that would satisfy their creative flair and express their values.

My Morris Properties: Delivering exceptional service and results

Sandy Morris always had an interest in housing and the real estate market which led to the creation of her agency, My Morris Properties.

JW Land: Delivering exceptional properties with energy, passion and a smile

Natasha Johnson always had a passion to work in the real estate industry and now has an exciting opportunity with renowned property developer, JW Land.

Women Want Adventure: Empowering women to take up space

An extensive background in outdoor education and years of adventures with family pathed the way for Monique Farmer to create Women Want Adventure.

Lexi Sekuless Productions: Creating theatre with a difference

Lexi Sekuless has found solutions on how to create the work she wanted in The Mill Theatre at Dairy Road, where she is a producer and performer.

Restaurant Associates: The hospitality career that can take you across the globe

Leana Osenieks began her unintended hospitality career through work experience – after a taste, she’s never looked back.

Luton’s Mina Etminan: Inspiring the next generation of property agents

A proud and passionate Luton Properties sales agent, Mina Etminan began her real estate career in 1988 and is a role model for the next generation of property agents.