AusMumpreneur Magazine Issue 5

In this issue we're delighted to bring you the finalists of the 2012 AusMumpreneur Awards, find out why Pinterest is the biggest thing in social media right now and take a peek into a day in the life of Mumpreneur.

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2011 Bio-Oil AusMumpreneur Awards winners

Bio-Oil Ausmumpreneur of the Year
Anita Lincolne-Lomax, Babes in Arms
www.babesinarms.com.au

PBC Expo Rising Star AusMumpreneur
Lisa O'Keefe & Stacey Clayton, Koolaman Designs
www.koolamandesigns.com.au

Toddlers to Teens Emerging Mumpreneur of the Year
Rhian Allen, Lose Baby Weight
www.losebabyweight.com.au

Super Sprout Best Service Business
Kim McGann, Blush Brides
www.blushbrides.com.au

Koolaman Designs Product Innovation
Brooke Nicol, Breast Mate by Oogy Baby
www.breastmate.com.au

Best Eco-Friendly Business
Catherine Langman & Michelle Fowler, Cushie Tushies
www.cushietushies.com.au

Best Design Business
Lety Kemp, Fancy Little Me!
www.fancylittleme.com.au

People's Choice: Best product award
Rebecca Mugridge, The Pram Diet Book
http://authorrebeccamugridge.blogspot.com

Servcorp People's Choice: Customer Service award
Rhian Allen, Lose Baby Weight
www.losebabyweight.com.au

People's Choice: Best Blog Award
Katrina Springer The Organised Housewife
www.theorganisedhousewife.com.au

People's Choice: Best Service Business
Gayle Williams I will Invitations
www.iwillinvitations.com.au

Karen Gunton, build a little biz &
www.buildalittlebiz.com


People's Choice: Best Boutique
Karen Gardner, For Eva Lilah
www.forevalilah.com.au

People's Choice: Handmade Mumpreneur
Kate Marshall, The kids room by Kate
www.thekidsroombykate.com.au

People's Choice: Favourite Children's Fashion label
Heidi Kearns, Me2Designs
http://www.madeit.com.au/me2designs Share

Finalist in the 2011 Bio-Oil AusMumpreneur Awards

FINALISTS 2011
Bio-Oil AUSMUMPRENEUR AWARDS

Bio-Oil AusMumpreneur of the year (+5yrs in business)
Catherine Cervasio Aromababy
Anita Lincolne-Lomax Babes In Arms
Michelle Bowden Michelle Bowden Enterprises
Narelle Plapp Food for Health
Sharon Thurin Slim Secrets

PBC Expo AusMumpreneur Rising Star of the year (2-5 yrs in business)
Yvette Adams Creative Collective
Dr Deborah Latouf Entropy
Lisa O'Keefe and Stacey Clayton koolaman designs
Michelle Wright Mishfit
Nicky Johnston Nicky’s Art

Toddlers to Teens Emerging Mumpreneur of the year (under 2 yrs in business)
Tina Mihalitsis Georgie Girl
Rhian Allen Lose Baby Weight
Bianca Shugg Peekaboo Magazine
Nadine Newell Plus Maternity
Kim Berkers Toddler Tucker

koolaman designs Product innovation
Alina Sack ErgoPouch
Kim Vespa Vespa & the Ladybird
Michele Blanshard Baby Head Rest
Rachel Hodson Bucklepodz
Brooke Nicol Oogy baby
Gianna Muollo The Belly Bed
Shae Tye Sleepy Wings
Mel Seears On the gro
Lisa Heggie Treadley Helmets
Joanne Turner Toosh Coosh

Eco-Friendly Business
Laura Trotta Sustainababy
Karen Keynes Green Ur Life
Donna MacMullin Itty Bitty Greenie
Nicole Golland Lopees
Jacinta Thompson Baby Gecko
Julie Cottle Natural Transition
Catherine Langman & Michelle Fowler Cushie Tushies

Super Sprout Service Business of the Year
Nickie Race Jones LCF Fun Languages
Helen Butler Clutter Rescue
Jenny Dugard Body Beyond Baby
Kim McGann Blush Brides Australia
Chantelle & Danielle Ellez the Tassie wedding planner
Vanessa Portors & Amy Ruediger Mamma’s market

Design Business of the Year
Leticia Kemp Fancy Little Me
Sheralyn Woollard Heart2art
Amber Hopwood Sprowt
Rebecca Reed Motif
Gayle Williams I will invitations

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10 Reasons YOU need to be at the 2011 Mumpreneurs Conference!

10 Reasons YOU need to be at the 2011 Mumpreneurs Conference!

1. Amazing expert presenters

This year’s presenters are world class and will leave you feeling motivated, uplifted and inspired to achieve your business goals. Specifically designed to help Mums in business reach their full potential. Our Key note speakers include amazing entrepreneurs: Julia Bickerstaff of channel 7’s Kochies Business Builders and Author of the Business Bakery, Lara Solomon creator of Mocks and Social Rabbit and Author of Brand New Day and Rebbeca Derrington pr expert and founder of online resource Sourcebottle. Each will share with us there success story as well as tips on how you can achieve success in your business.

2. Get the Skills you need!

Our Business Experts from throughout Australia, Susan Pearse Creator of Mind Gardener, Nick Bowditch Director of the Bowditch Group, Karen Gunton of Build a little biz, Helen Butler of Clutter Rescue, Johanna Baker-Dowdell of Strawberry Communications, Alycia Edgar creator of Bookzkeeper, Simone Outteridge of Outer Edge Coaching, Monique Filer creator of the B.Box, Paula Kuhnemann Director of Smart Woman and Peace Mitchell Co Editor of online community Connect2mums will hold 90 minute intense workshops teaching key skills for your business in the areas of Marketing, Branding, Business Planning, Finance, Setting Goals, Work life Balance, PR, Social Media, Building your Platform, Manufacturing, Mind Set, Price Points and Organisation. Check out the full program

3. Friendship

Meet other Mums in business who are experiencing the same challenges and triumphs as you! No one quite understands the complexity of being a Mumpreneur the way other Mumpreneurs do!!

4. Networking

Spend the weekend with like-minded business women, meet in real life the fantastic mums you have spoken to at live chat, through the forum, in the groups and by email, make real connections and lasting friendships! Our exclusive networking event lets you chat one on one with Mumpreneurs from all over Australia!

5. Get dressed up!

Remember when you used to go out every Friday night? And how much fun it was just getting ready to go? Well the AusMumpreneur awards dinner is your opportunity to dig out your little black dress, find your fave pair of dancing shoes and get dressed up to go out in style!

6. Showcase your wares

The Mumpreneurs Conference Mini Expo business Showcase gives you the opportunity to show us what’s great about your business and what you do, giving you the opportunity to display your products or talk about your services in a warm and friendly environment.

7. AusMumpreneur Awards

Celebrate with us with a glass of bubbly Pink champagne at the glamourous AusMumpreneur Awards Dinner! The Awards are the must attend event of the Mumpreneur Calendar and as a conference attendee you are guaranteed a seat at this exciting and prestigious event celebrating Mumpreneurs!

8. Invest in YOU!

The weekend provides you with the opportunity to work ‘on’ not just ‘in’ your business, with time for reflecting on and setting goals for your future direction and helping you put together the pieces which will help you see your big picture for your business and YOU!

9. Fun

The Mumpreneurs Conference is lots of fun, there’ll be laughing, dancing and sharing of ideas, experiences and successes! It’s a great opportunity for you to forget your cares, kick up your heels and get your mojo back!

10. Open the door to new opportunities

Imagine what amazing opportunities you will be presented with by spending the weekend with a group of people who are excited about the possibilities for the Mumpreneur Industry and supporting talented Mums in business!


So what are you waiting for? Book your spot for the 2011 Mumpreneurs Conference today!

Early bird tickets finish 30 June.

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The top ten tips for writing a winning awards submission!

Getting started is often the hardest part of any task but once you do make a start the task always seems to get easier. Below are some ideas that I hope you will find useful to help you with completing your submission.
1. Arrange a time to phone or catch up with a friend. Discuss the questions you have to answer in your submission, and ask them for their thoughts and ideas about you. Sometimes people see something extraordinary in us that we take for granted! Jot down their ideas. These are people who believe in you and it is a great way to get ideas flowing for your submission.

2. Keep a notebook and pen handy (in your handbag, on the bedside table). As you experience the daily challenges and successes in your business, jot down the thoughts you have that might be able to help you with your submission.

3. Be proud of your business and don’t be afraid to talk yourself up, nominating yourself shows that you have confidence in your ability and believe in the benefits you are providing to your customers.

4. Read each question carefully and be concise and clear in your answers.

5. Presentation is important so ensure that your application is neat and free from grammatical errors. A typed submission always creates a better impression than a handwritten one.

6. Using your own branding and colours where appropriate can be a great way to create a memorable impression too.

7. When completing your submission answer all questions carefully and correctly. Reread the questions and your answers to ensure they correspond and think about the keywords the judges may be looking for.
8. It’s a good idea to have a few people read over your submission before sending it in, checking for grammar and spelling but also checking that your submission accurately tells the story of your business and what makes you unique.

9. Give yourself as many chances for success as possible – you’re able to nominate your business in up to 3 categories so choose which ones will apply to you best, we recommend entering at least one of the People’s Choice categories as these will also give your business exposure when voting begins.

10. Ensure you answer the question ‘Why do you think you should win this award?’ differently for each category you’re nominated in.

Don’t be disheartened if you don’t make it through, the process and opportunity to reflect will strengthen your business and help you to be more prepared for next time.
Nominations for the 2011 Bio-Oil AusMumpreneur Awards close next Friday 17 June. Voting in People’s choice categories will begin in early July and finalists will also be announced in early July.

And remember if you have any questions at all please feel free to ask us at the awards group: http://connect2mums.com.au/group/ausmumpreneurawards , at our facebook page: http://www.facebook.com/ausmumpreneurawards or email us at ausmumpreneur@gmail.com
Good luck!
Peace & Katy
connect2mums
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And the finalists of the 2010 AusMumpreneur Awards are...

Best Eco-Friendly Business

1. Nicole Golland - http://www.lopees.com.au/
   
2. Jo Harvey - http://www.babyjo.com.au/
   
3. Karen Keynes - http://www.greenurlife.com.au/
   
4. Michelle Stapleton - http://www.sustainablehempproducts.com.au/
   
5. Rina Chia - http://www.take2markets.com.au/
   

Dadpreneur of the year

1. Leo Bonnarens - http://www.jazslings.com.au/
   
2. Nick Bowditch - http://www.thebowditchgroup.com/
   
3. Ben Dillon - http://www.harrysrockyroad.com.au/
   
4. Daniel Gibney - http://www.earmuffsforkids.com.au/
   
5. Jose Abad - http://www.iaap.com.au/

Handmade Mumpreneur of the Year

1. Aiobhe Rose O’Brien - http://www.ejkids.com.au/
   
2. Lisa O’Keefe & Stacey Clayton - http://www.koolamandesigns.com.au/
   
3. Monique Nickalls - http://www.yourcheekymonkey.com.au/
   
4. Marthese Borg - http://www.romanticflairoriginal.com/
   
5. Leisa McGahan - http://www.bushbabes.com.au/
   

Product Innovation Award

1.        Alexandra Wardle - http://www.qubies.com.au/

2.        Resselle Hrelja - http://www.bubeewrap.com/

3.        Dannielle Michaels & Monique Filer - http://www.bbox.com.au/

4.        Camilla Cavarra - http://www.tummytie.com/

5.        Shelly Zimmerman - http://www.mycolourcup.com.au/

Best Service Business

1. Merendi Leveritt - http://www.merendi.com.au/
   
2. Simone Cadell - http://www.tinytutus.com.au/
   
3. Michelle Green - http://www.threesweeties.com.au/
   
4. Kim McGann - http://www.blushbrides.com.au/
   
5. Nicole Grant - http://www.nicolegrant.net/
   

Best Blog Award

1. Julie Parker - http://www.beautifulyoubyjulie.com/
   
2. Catherine Oehlman - http://squigglemum.com/
   
3. Imogen Lamport - http://www.insideoutstyleblog.com/
   
4. Chavah Kinloch - http://blog.chavahkinloch.com/
5. Stacey Sullaphen - http://www.sunnymummy.com.au/

Best Boutique Award

1. Elizabeth Murphy - http://www.latoriana.com.au/
   
2. Elizabeth Guthrie - http://www.nestnappies.com.au/
   
3. Vicki Frittman - http://www.lunalei.com.au/
   
4. Jayne Day - http://www.swishlily.com.au/
   
5. Jo Debnam - http://www.thetoybug.com.au/
   
   

Emerging Entrepreneur of the Year

1. Simone Caddell - http://www.tinytutus.com.au/
   
2. Elizabeth Guthrie - http://www.nestnappies.com.au/
   
3. Louisa Dahl - http://www.skimp.com.au/
   
4. Brie Backo - http://www.yourdefence.com.au/
   
5. Penny Flanders - http://www.missmoneypenny.net.au/
   

AusMumpreneur of the Year

1. Michelle Fowler & Catherine Langman - http://www.cushietushies.com.au/
   
2. Elizabeth Murphy - http://www.latoriana.com.au/
   
3. Beverley Rolt - http://www.trendykidz.com.au/
   
4. Lisa O’Keefe & Stacey Clayton - http://www.koolamandesigns.com.au/
   
5. Antonette Golikidis - http://www.littleinnoscents.com.au/

Special Acknowledgment Award

1. Despina Parakas - http://www.backpacks4aussiekids.com.au/

2. Lucy Burns - http://www.betterthanflowers.com.au/

Please join us in congratulating each of the finalists of the 2010 AusMumpreneur Awards!

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Awards Submission Pack

Please download the AusMumpreneur Awards Submission Pack as a word document or as a pdf at the bottom of this post, you'll find the nominee button for the category you would like to nominate for here as well. We need all submissions completed and returned by Wednesday 30 June 2010 to be eligible.  

Please link the nominee button to http://www.connect2mums.com.au

We wish you all the best with your nomination!
Warm regards,
Peace & Katy

Click here to download your submission pack in word or as a pdf:

AusMumpreneur Awards nomination.pdf

Nomination Form 2010 AusMumpreneur Awards.doc

Download the nominee button for your category here:

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Book your ticket for the AusMumpreneur Awards dinner here:

2010 Mumpreneurs Conference

2010 Mumpreneurs Conference

July 30 - August 1

Brisbane, Rydges Southbank

motivation ~ inspiration ~ celebration ~ connection

Join us for a weekend of motivation, inspiration, networking and celebration. At the world class Rydges Hotel on beautiful Southbank, Brisbane.

The Mumpreneurs Conference includes 2 days of workshops with leading business experts to get you the business skills you need to move your business to the next level. As well as inspirational Mumpreneurs to keep you motivated, balanced and organised.

Friday night is an exclusive speed networking function providing excellent opportunities meet the other delegates and business experts.

Saturday night is the glamorous AusMumpreneur Awards, the winners will be announced during a fabulous 3 course meal with special guest speakers and our purple carpet arrivals!

Motivation ~ expert speakers from throughout Australia sharing their knowledge and skills in key areas of success including business planning, branding, marketing and publicity.

Inspiration~ successful Mumpreneurs share their success stories and how they make family life and running their own business work for them.

Connection~ meet other entrepreneurs, mums in business, and business experts from throughout Australia and beyond.

Celebration ~of the achievements you are making in your business and the Mumpreneurs finding success at the glittering AusMumpreneur Awards.


Conference Package
Connect 2010 Conference is a fantastic 2 day event jam packed with activity.
 
• Friday night Speed Networking event
• 2 day ‘connect 10’ conference programme:
workshops, guest speakers, business building ideas, networking, motivation, inspiration, prize giveaways
• AusMumpreneur Awards Dinner and Presentation with special guest speakers and entertainment
3 course dinner and bubbles on arrival
• Lunch, Morning tea and Afternoon tea provided Saturday and Sunday

INVEST IN YOUR BUSINESS AND YOURSELF.
• Gain Inspiration and motivation as well as skills and tools to grow your business
• Network with experts, successful business women and other mumpreneurs from around Australia
• Gain secrets, knowledge and advice from leading industry experts

Check out the full Conference Schedule here