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Kate Byford – Wow Houseboats

As the Co-Founder and General Manager of Wow Houseboats, I’m proud to run a family-owned luxury houseboat business, offering unique self-drive experiences along the stunning lower to mid-Murray region. Working closely with stakeholders in the tourism industry, I’m also a board member of the Houseboat Hirers Association, where I contribute to the growth and promotion of the houseboat sector.

Beyond my role in tourism, my passion lies in health, social care, and community support, where I bring over 15 years of experience across Australia and the UK. With a Bachelor of Social Work, a Bachelor of Arts (Sociology & Social Sciences), and qualifications in Youth Work and CELTA English teaching, I’ve worked across public health, mental health, disability support, and community development.

Currently, I’m expanding my expertise by completing a Graduate Diploma in Counselling at the University of Tasmania. My focus is on providing trauma-informed and neurodivergent-inclusive care, ensuring individuals receive the support they need. I also work in the NDIS space through the Mable platform, assisting participants in navigating their journeys towards greater independence and well-being.

My career has been as diverse as my passions. I’ve worked in leadership roles in marketing, PR, HR, and senior management, and even spent time studying Naturopathy in London, which I hope to integrate into my counselling practice in the future. I also have a background in local politics, having served as the youngest Elected Member of Council in South Australia for the City of Prospect in the early 2000s.

Outside of work and study, I find balance through kitesurfing, wake-foiling, and off-the-grid camping with my partner, always accompanied by our loyal pooch and adventure buddy, Rosso. This year, I’m focusing on achieving better harmony between business, family, and personal growth, while continuing to create positive impacts in the industries I love.

I’m excited to connect with and support other inspiring women within the SA Woman network, sharing experiences, challenges, and wins as we all continue to grow.

Samantha Lane – Nelson Locksmiths

I’m a wife and mother of five, with deep roots in our family business, Nelson Locksmiths. My grandfather and father both worked for the company, and at 18, when I wasn’t sure what path to take, my dad suggested I work for him until I figured it out. Twenty-seven years later, as he begins to semi-retire, I’ve gained invaluable experience learning how to run a business from him. Along the way, I completed a university degree in Business Management, and now I’m transitioning into taking over the company, continuing our family legacy.

Beyond business, I’ve discovered a new love for fitness and have become an active contributing member of our local soccer club. At home, my three-year-old Moodle puppy, Ruby, is my constant companion—I couldn’t imagine life without her. I’m also incredibly grateful for my supportive husband, without whom I wouldn’t have been able to achieve all that I have. Above all, my five children are not only my greatest accomplishment but also my greatest teachers, shaping me into the person I am today.

Karen Leslie – KISS WP Websites (Keep It Simple Sweetheart WordPress Websites)

I’m originally a Londoner, who moved to South Australia in 2007 with my Irish husband. My first business in Australia was Mount Gambier Website Design, and as I added more services such as website maintenance, training and fixes the name no longer fitted. In August 2020 I became KISS WP Websites, and a couple of years ago when I was struggling with what to call myself one of my clients called me the WordPress Fairy Godmother and that stuck.
Now I live outside Mount Gambier on 8 acres with passing koalas and kangaroos and lots of birds.

Kelly Hody – Kelly Hody Mkt Etc

With more than 15 years of hands-on marketing experience, I am passionate about simplifying the complexities of marketing for small business owners and volunteer-led organisations. In a world where marketing can seem like an overly complicated puzzle, I aim to stand as a beacon of simplicity and success, because I passionately believe that with the right guidance anyone can implement effective marketing tactics to achieve their business objectives.

I have an MBA specialising in Marketing, a Bachelor of Business (Business Management), a Diploma in Digital Marketing and a Certificate IV in Training and Assessment, and run my own business as a freelance marketing consultant.

Harriet Walker – The Chiro Crew

Hi, I’m Harriet, and I’m delighted to meet you!

The philosophy of Chiropractic truly resonates with me: the body inherently knows how to heal itself when there is no interference to the nervous system. My passion is sharing this approach through adjustments and education, helping people live their best lives.

As of February 2024, I am the proud owner of The Chiro Crew — a place that holds special significance for me. I have been coming here since I was a little girl, and it feels incredibly meaningful to now be part of the practice that has been a cornerstone of my own health journey.

My journey with Chiropractic began in childhood when my mother brought my brother and me to her Chiropractor to ensure we grew up strong and adaptable. This early experience inspired me to become a Chiropractor myself.

Outside of the practice, I’m married to my wonderful husband, and we welcomed our little man into the world in October 2024. In my free time, I enjoy spending time with my family, playing music, dancing, and exploring new culinary creations in my kitchen.

Tobie Herbert – Zyia Active

Hi!
My name is Tobie Herbert.
I am passionate about aging as gracefully as I can and to help women feel both incredible and comfortable in their own skin!
I am a wife/mother/daughter/sister/friend/comedian and business owner (just to name a few). You are more than likely some of these things too, and I am sure we have much in common.
Now that I am entering my 50’s my priorities have changed. Feeling good in my own skin and loving what I wear is now particularly important to me.

Liz McGrath – Cormac care consultancy

Liz completed her Registered Nurse training in the United Kingdom (UK) and has extensive nursing experience in the UK both in community and aged care.

Liz has completed her Degree of Master of Health Administration in Flinders University SA in 2019, and a Graduate Certificate in Nursing Science (GCertNSc) Infection control 2021.

Since emigrating to Australia Liz has worked both in rural and remote community settings and has held various management roles within the aged care industry.

Christine David – IT 4 Retirees Pty Ltd

My strengths are the ability to listen, understand and communicate effectively with all age groups. This combined with my technical IT knowledge and attention to detail means every person’s experience is a positive one. I am honest, reliable and passionate about helping people work efficiently and effectively with their devices to stay socially connected and independent in their homes for as long as possible.

Key characteristics include:
– Highly developed verbal and written communication, interpersonal and presentation skills
– Strong negotiation and influencing skills
– High aptitude for learning (product, technology, process)
– Proven record of delivering within deadlines and to a high level
– Excellent time management skills
– Ability to work independently as well as part of a team
– Highly adaptable and extremely self-motivated
– Strong problem solving, business analysis and decision-making skills
– Outstanding customer service skills
– Strong IT knowledge and experience in the accounting industry
– Results driven and solution orientated

Karen Conlon – SumTotal Accounting and Business

I have worked in the Accounting Industry for in excess of 30 Years.
During that time I have worked in a number of different industries, but have always enjoyed public practice the most.
This has led me to study further and have specialisations around Self Managed Superannuation funds and more recently in Succession, Asset Protection and Estate Planning.

My hobbies include: Knitting, Sewing and Long Range Rifle Shooting

Natalie Michels – Alite Mind

For as long as I can remember, I’ve been someone others turn to, a person they feel safe sharing their thoughts and emotions with. I’ve always held space for others, listened deeply, and supported them through their challenges. Counselling felt like a natural path for me, and I’m proud to be a registered counsellor with the Australian Counselling Association. I combine evidence-based strategies with wisdom-based practices to help people create lives filled with meaning, purpose, and resilience.

Over the years, I’ve faced major surgeries, endured a domestic violence relationship at a young age, lived with chronic pain, and was diagnosed with lymphoma cancer a decade ago. These experiences gave me firsthand insight into suffering, feeling stuck, and being completely overwhelmed.

Beyond my work, I’m a mum to two wonderful young adults, a wife, and an animal and bird lover. Our home is often alive with the sounds of our two exotic parrots, and our labradoodles Poppy and Holly. I have a special admiration for pelicans and love to unwind by the beach, where I often meditate, birdwatch, and connect with nature.

Jodie Evans – Project 18 the wellbeing nook

I am the Founder and Director of Project 18, a wellbeing space that is focussed on delivering professional counselling, consultancy and advocacy services. I coordinate a shared, safe and welcoming space with a committment to embracing compassion and acceptance for all who visit.

I am an Integrative Practitioner, I provide 1:1 counselling to children and young people, aged between 8yo and 21yo. I have been in private practice for 5 years and before that worked in the Youth Sector for more than 20 years. I have a background in child protection and youth justice, have been an advocate and am very experienced in supporting vulnerable young people to find their voice and navigate systems. I believe all children, no matter their history, their circumstnaces or their experiences of adversity have strengths and qualities that with the right support and opportunities can empower them to be the best versions of themselves and to live a life of their making.

I am a consultant and facilitator – this is particularly focussed on supporting others (agencies, departments, sectors, services, systems) to create and facilitate safe, effective consultations processes and opportunities to obtain the voice, views and insights that young people have on the issues that impact their lives.

Brooke Smith – Brooke Ashleigh Beauty

I’m a Makeup Artist & Educator passionate about helping everyday woman feel beautiful and more confident by teaching them basic-intermediate makeup techniques.

Belinda Rigney – Complete Admin & Bookkeeping

Complete Admin & Bookkeeping as the name suggests provides administrative/business support and bookkeeping/BAS agent services.

I established Complete Admin & Bookkeeping back in 2013 after being made redundant from a corporate role. When I started my business I had over 22 years of experience in a variety of industries such as construction and wine and I was looking for a flexible work environment as we were a FIFO family with 2 primary school aged children.

Since the business evolved, there have been many changes. Initially I started out on a small desk in the corner of our lounge room and now 11 years later I have a dedicated home office. My client base has also evolved and continues to evolve and I consider myself extremely lucky to work with amazing clients across such a broad range of industries including tradespeople, sole traders, civil construction, property developers, interior designers, practicing professionals and more.

If someone was to ask me what I love about being in business it would be that I get to work closely with amazing clients and provide solutions to their pain points. I love to save my clients time, money and unnecessary headaches! This means that they can get out of their books, BAS & admin and back to what they do best – running and growing their businesses!

If I was to give advice to someone who is starting out in business today or the near future, I would say believe in yourself!

Make no mistake, it is a hard road, but it is also rewarding on so many levels and if you believe in yourself and have the right network around you then you will succeed!

When I am not working in my home office, or visiting clients, you can quite often find me down at the beach (or anywhere there is water!). Being near the water is so soothing and I find it a great place to take a breath and to re-set.

Stephanie Vaughan – Infinite Styling

Hi, I’m Steph. I am a mum of 3 young adults, devoted coffee lover, and passionate about empowering women to feel confident , authentic, and truly themselves in what they wear.

My journey as a personal stylist began while working in the fashion retail industry for many years. I could see how clothes affected how women saw themselves. In the right clothes, they felt comfortable and confident, and they stepped out wearing a smile that lit up the room. In the wrong clothes, they felt awkward, self-conscious, and low.

So in 2013, I decided to turn my passion for styling into my career. I completed formal training to gain knowledge and skills so I can help women like you put their best foot forward.

I’ve been helping women to find and fall in love with their personal style again ever since.

Anna Kennett – The Untangle Project

In house workplace relations specialist by day, not for profit founder by night 🙂 studying a Masters in Social Work and absolutely passionate about women’s health and wellbeing.

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