by SA Woman Member | Feb 11, 2024 | Meet a Member, SA Woman
Welcome to the multipassionate world of Shona Gates, where ambition meets integrity, and success is redefined for women in business.
With over a decade of dedicated of business experience, Shona is a force of nature, guiding women entrepreneurs to lead authentically and embrace their unapologetic ambition to become fully BADASS + BULLETPROOF
Shona’s coaching philosophy transcends the conventional, intertwining intentional strategy with potent energetic work. As a published author and sought-after speaker, she shares profound insights on leading with integrity and fearlessly pursuing ambitious goals. Shona’s approach goes beyond traditional coaching boundaries, addressing the intricacies of emotional intelligence, conflict navigation, strategic marketing, and sales alignment.
To create a business and brand that doesn’t just look good on paper, but one that feels good in your soul.
by SA Woman Member | Feb 11, 2024 | Meet a Member, SA Woman
Hello there! I’m Odette, the heart and soul behind the Business with Altitude Summit. I work with dreamers and doers – visionary business leaders, dedicated executives, and specialists who are not just chasing success but are hungry for meaning. I do this because I want to see a world where businesses thrive by being hubs of positive change, where every decision is a chance to make a difference.
You might call me a Business Alchemist, and honestly, I love that title. It’s about turning the everyday into something extraordinary, isn’t it? I hail from South Africa and now call Australia home – a journey that’s given me a kaleidoscope of experiences and perspectives. So, what does a Business Alchemist do? I take the raw, unpolished parts of businesses, churches, and individual aspirations and turn them into gold. It’s about crafting strategies that don’t just work on paper but bring about real, vibrant change. I blend my love for business growth with my skills in Six Sigma and customer experience, all seasoned with a dash of consciousness coaching. But it’s not all strategy and no heart. I’m here to be your mentor, your guide, and your biggest cheerleader. Why do I wake up every morning excited to do what I do? Because I believe in the magic of transformation. Seeing a business or an individual unlock their true potential is exhilarating.
If you believe that business can be a force for good that sees the value in marrying profit with purpose, then we’re already on the same page. My clients are those brave souls who dare to dream of a business that’s as much about impacting lives as it is about the bottom line. It’s not just about changing businesses; it’s about changing lives, crafting legacies, and building a future we can all be proud of. Let’s not just grow businesses; let’s grow lives and nurture leaders who’ll change the world.
I know the future is bright. All we need to do is build a big enough community of like-minded visionaries, and we’ll be able to move mountains. If you’d like to join the movement and create magic in your life and business, it all starts over on my Substack. I will share insights on sustainable business practices, growth mindset, emotional intelligence, team building, overcoming challenges, and the use of technology to enhance customer experiences and productivity. Join substack here: https://substack.com/@odettedebeer?utm_source=profile-page
by SA Woman Member | Feb 11, 2024 | Meet a Member, SA Woman
Hi! I’m Chanelle. Owner of NINKI Content Marketing. A boutique content marketing agency that specialises in strategy, social media and content. We’ve been around for 6 years and have worked with both large and small organisations helping them increase their online presence with online content.
I also moonlight as a marketing coach helping female business owners gain clarity and direction in their marketing. I am currently a registered mentor in the Women in Business program which gives you 4 hours of coaching with me for $88 – a steal.
Work stuff aside, I am a part-time performer, have travelled to over 50 countries, was once on the Graham Norton Show and have a fear of bananas.
To find out more about this offer, please email me at chanelle@ninkionline.com.
by SA Woman Member | Jan 27, 2024 | Meet a Member, SA Woman
A confessed extrovert and lover of freckles (the chocolates), I transitioned into a supposed semi-retirement nearly five years ago after selling my business, only for it to last a mere two weeks.
Passionate about business, I thrive on connecting, inspiring, and supporting individuals. My expertise lies in developing systems and processes to streamline and scale businesses. My philosophy is that every business owner should be in control, with the business serving them, not the other way around.
As a dedicated entrepreneur, I am committed to assisting fellow business owners in taking charge of their futures. This involves one-on-one coaching and facilitating business development groups.
What sets me apart is my firsthand experience. I built one of South Australia’s most successful conveyancing brands, a profitable and self-sustaining venture that required minimal hands-on management. My aim was to create a thriving business that could stand on its own and be sold as an asset upon my retirement in my 40s – a goal I successfully achieved.
Balancing personal life, family, and business is crucial, and I’m passionate about guiding my clients to create the lifestyle they desire.
Beyond business, I engage in activities that satisfy my extroverted nature, such as organising get-togethers with girlfriends, embarking on adventures with my daughter and hubby, acquiring new skills at art classes, and leisurely strolls around shopping centers (as a minimalist, I rarely make purchases but enjoy soaking up the energy of bustling crowds). Currently, I’m enthusiastically working through a “50 before 50” list, adding a delightful dimension to my life.
by SA Woman Member | Jul 19, 2023 | Meet a Member, SA Woman
I am an inquisitive and creative person and rarely think inside the box. As a result, I have travelled down many and varied career paths over the last 20+ years. I have collected a diverse range of skills and experience and discovered what energise and inspires me. I am a mum of 3 (a 23 year old and 10 year old twins), a role that provides me with opportunity to discover and grow daily.
I originally qualified and worked as a registered nurse, but quickly realised that shift-work was not for me. When the opportunity to work on a research project presented I seized it. This was the beginning of 10 years working at UniSA across research, professional services and business development roles.
In 2008 I took on a short-term public policy role within the South Australian Public Service. Over the 12 years that followed I led multiple projects and policy initiatives across diverse portfolios. A highlight for me was designing and implementing the Public Sector Innovation Lab. A particular focus of the Lab program was on building collaboration and problem-solving capabilities inside and outside of government. This work saw me bring together and share my insights into what makes teams and projects succeed.
In 2020, as Chief Digital Officer for the South Australian Government, I led a range public service responses to COVID. This was an extremely rewarding and challenging role, and like many others, COVID challenged me to think about life and work in different ways. The result, in early 2021 I established my own management consulting and coaching business.
