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MEET OUR MEMBERS
Kylie Mcgirr
Professional Development Coach Integrity and Values | MEMBER SINCE Jun 2011About me
I specialise in the areas of human motivation, leadership, effective communication, and coaching and regularly present on these topics. I am an Associate Director at Integrity and Values. Our purpose is transforming leaders, one business, one conversation at a time. See more at www.integrityandvalues.com. Author of popular blog 'Bringing Inner Wisdom to Life' ...
Gina Woodward
Head of Sales & Marketing - SKI Merlin Entertainments Group | MEMBER SINCE Jun 2011About me
Living in the alpine national park and breathing the fresh air is a treat each day rather than city air, water and traffic. The weather provides huge challenges to respond to on a daily basis, there is no normal day nor routine up here!
Amy Sewell
Photographer Amy Sewell Photography | MEMBER SINCE Feb 2011About me
Photography has been a passion of mine ever since I was young, watching my Grandfather taking pictures with his SLR camera at family events. This led to me studying photography at school at the age of 15, and from then on my passion for photography grew even further and I knew becoming a photographer was my destiny. My employment in the photographic industry co...
Deborah Claxton
Managing Director Claxton Speakers International | MEMBER SINCE Mar 2011About me
I started managing personalities and speakers almost 20 years ago and still enjoy it as much today as when I first started. I love cooking and sharing fabulous food with great friends and often am used as a restaurant guide for friends.
Monica Brewer
Director SHE Business Inner West | MEMBER SINCE Mar 2011About me
I find it very rewarding working with business owners with a great product or service who are eager to succeed, stretch their boundaries and prosper. I'm also passionate about inspiring and educating business owners to realise their goals and visions, and celebrating their personal and professional growth.
Athanae Lucev
Owner ATHANAE LUCEV | MEMBER SINCE Sep 2012About me
After 10 years working in journalism, not-for-profits and Federal politics, I started my own business working as an image consultant. I provide practical advice that aligns with my clients' values, lives and vision for their careers and empowers them to improve their public profile and achieve their goals.
Clare Phelan
Executive Search Manager Grant Executive Search | MEMBER SINCE Nov 2011About me
I have run one half marathon and intend to run another in 2012. I also am a passionate traveller and like to head os at least once a year.
Danijela Negro
Director Alexander Appointments | MEMBER SINCE May 2013About me
My son Alexander was my inspiration initially and also for the want of doing things ‘my way’. It is a very unique business model we run with and one that has been embraced by our clients and candidates alike. However I wouldn’t be able to do any of this if it wasn’t for my husband and an awesome team that makes up Alexander Appointments.
Suzi Dafnis
Community Director Australian Businesswomen's Network | MEMBER SINCE Apr 2012Paula Dunn
Project Manager INC Research | MEMBER SINCE Apr 2012About me
I currently work as a Project Manager at INC Research (CRO) since September 2012. I manage both International and APAC clinical trials within my Business Unit. Another aspect of my role is that I get the opportunity to line manage people to assist them reach their full potential.
Lauren Palmer
Manager, Women in Focus Programs Commonwealth Bank | MEMBER SINCE Dec 2011About me
Prior to joining the lovely Women in Focus team I was National Manager, Professional Development and Events at the Financial Services Institute of Australasia where I headed up the national team and a program of more than 100 events annually including the Annual Conference which I successfully launched in 2009.
Kirra Finikiotis
Tax Accountant Finikiotis & father | MEMBER SINCE Nov 2011About me
Have a history in marketing before moving into the family business.
Paris Cutler
Managing Director Planet Cake | MEMBER SINCE Mar 2012About me
Paris wasn’t always Australia’s Cake Queen. At one time a stock broker, law student and corporate drifter, she quit her job in 2003 and bought into a small struggling cake-making business after she spied an opportunity to produce better quality cakes than her own $1400 wedding cake disaster. Passionate about cakes and a savvy entrepreneur, Paris is the d...
Emma Sturgiss
PR Manager Tourism Australia | MEMBER SINCE Dec 2010About me
My role involves developing targeted collateral for international media channels, management of the Global News Bureau, promoting major Australian activities via global print, online and broadcast media channels and management of our international media website - www.media.australia.com. My most recent major project was project manager for Oprah’s Ultimate Aust...
Liz Atkinson
Director Zest Possibilities | MEMBER SINCE May 2011About me
I have recently set up 'The League of Extraordinary Women' which inspires young women to follow their dreams. I will soon be releasing Miss Entrepreneur, a book which aims to inspire more female entrepreneurship throughout Australia.
Fiona Anchal
Managing Director Shirt Studio | MEMBER SINCE Dec 2010About me
I live in Brisbane and have spent over 15 years here. Grew up in Melbourne in my early years then spent many years on the Gold Coast.
Catherine Thomson
Managing Director Qld Concrete Drilling & Sawing Pty Ltd | MEMBER SINCE May 2012Gabrielle Aitken
Chief Inner Beauty Stylist Aprelo | MEMBER SINCE Feb 2011About me
Founder of Aprelo, Inner Beauty Stylist and wellbeing enthusiast Gabrielle Aitken is absolutely passionate about personal wellbeing and helping women reach their full potential. She believes everyone deserves to live a fulfilling life of wellbeing and happiness and she has learned first hand that nurturing one’s inner beauty is paramount. Having lived a life o...
Nicole Manks
Graphic Designer Nicole Manks : Graphic Designer | MEMBER SINCE Jan 2012About me
I have a degree in Graphic Dessign and Multimedia from Ballarat University and love to travel.
Sarah Hutt
Events and Membership Coordinator Business Chicks | MEMBER SINCE Nov 2011About me
I joined the Business Chicks team in late 2011 and love working with a great team of inspiring women with a passion for what they do. I would love to connect with others in the Business Chicks community so please introduce yourself.
UPCOMING EVENTS
SYDNEY BUSINESS CHICKS BREAKFAST WITH ALISA CAMPLIN
FRI 21 JUN 2013, REGISTRATION FROM 6.50AM FOR A 7.15AM START. ENDS AT 9AM.Where: Grand Ballroom, The Westin Sydney, No. 1 Martin Place, Sydney
Price: Premium members - $99.00 Subscribers - $115.00 Table of 10 - $990.00
- SYDNEY BUSINESS CHICKS LUNCH WITH CANDACE BUSHNELL
FRI 26 JUL 2013, 12.30PM - 2.30PM - SYDNEY BUSINESS CHICKS HIGH TEA WITH CANDACE BUSHNELL
FRI 26 JUL 2013, 2:30PM - 4:30PM
BRISBANE BUSINESS CHICKS LUNCH WITH CANDACE BUSHNELL
TUE 23 JUL 2013, 12.30PM - 2.30PMWhere: Grand Ballroom, Sofitel Hotel Brisbane, 249 Turbot Street Brisbane
Price: Premium members - $169.00 Subscribers - $199.00 Table of 10 - $1690.00
- COSMOS WITH CANDACE BUSHNELL IN BRISBANE
TUE 23 JUL 2013, 11:45AM ARRIVAL FOR A 12PM START. ENDS AT 12:30PM
MELBOURNE BUSINESS CHICKS LUNCH WITH CANDACE BUSHNELL
WED 24 JUL 2013, 12.30PM - 2.30PMWhere: Palladium Ballroom, Crown Melbourne, 8 Whiteman St, Southbank
Price: Premium members - $169.00 Subscribers - $199.00 Table of 10 - $1690.00
- COSMOS WITH CANDACE BUSHNELL IN MELBOURNE
WED 24 JUL 2013, 11:45AM ARRIVAL FOR A 12PM START. ENDS AT 12:30PM - MELBOURNE PROFESSIONAL NETWORKING NIGHT
WED 31 JUL 2013, 6.00PM - 8.00PM
ADELAIDE BUSINESS CHICKS LUNCH WITH CANDACE BUSHNELL
FRI 19 JUL 2013, 12.30PM - 2.30PMWhere: Hall F and G, Adelaide Convention Centre, North Terrace, Adelaide
Price: Premium members - $169.00 Subscribers - $199.00 Table of 10 - $1690.00
- COSMOS WITH CANDACE BUSHNELL IN ADELAIDE
FRI 19 JUL 2013, 11:45AM ARRIVAL FOR A 12PM START. ENDS AT 12:30PM
PERTH BUSINESS CHICKS LUNCH WITH CANDACE BUSHNELL
THU 18 JUL 2013, 12.30PM - 2.30PMWhere: Bellevue Ballroom 1, Perth Convention and Exhibition Centre, 21 Mounts Bay Road, Perth
Price: Premium members - $169.00 Subscribers - $199.00 Table of 10 - $1690.00
- COSMOS WITH CANDACE BUSHNELL IN PERTH
THU 18 JUL 2013, 11:45AM ARRIVAL FOR A 12PM START. ENDS AT 12:30PM
CANBERRA PROFESSIONAL NETWORKING NIGHT
WED 7 AUG 2013, 6.00PM - 8.00PMWhere: PwC Canberra, 28 Sydney Avenue Forrest, Canberra
Price: Premium members - $72.00 Subscribers - $92.00









