Five local women have celebrated their graduation from the
City-sponsored 2023 Business Accelerator scholarship, as applications
open for the 2024 round.
Tamara Shaw, Nicole Chambers, Terri Wilby, Jessica Kerr and Simone
Araujo Gugliandolo have completed the 12-month program, run by Business
in Heels, to turn their business dreams into a reality.
The City has increased its support for the
Business Accelerator scholarship in order to accept 10 recipients in 2024, up
from five.
We’re looking
to support five women who are starting a new business and five women looking to
grow their existing business. Only
women located in the Geelong municipality are eligible to apply.
Participants will have access to business mentoring, 24/7 support from
trainers, regular group sessions and an online course. Lessons are set to cover
business planning, cash flow, unique sales proposition, target market clarity,
content and social media strategies, marketing, website SEO and more.
Mayor
Trent Sullivan
The Business
Accelerator scholarship offers a valuable
opportunity for savvy local women to learn from experienced mentors and achieve
their business goals.
A
big congratulations to Tamara, Nichole, Terri, Jessica and Simone for
completing the 2023 Business Accelerator scholarship
with Business in Heels.
We
look forward to seeing your businesses flourish as you implement your
learnings.
To
women toying with the idea of starting a new business or making an existing one
more profitable, the 2024 Business
Accelerator scholarship is for you.
Over 12 months, you’ll meet like-minded women, learn the ins and outs of business and
receive guidance from successful business owners.
The
scholarship is one step closer to realising your potential and making your
business dream come true.
Business
in Heels CEO, Lisa Sweeney
The Business Accelerator scholarship empowers
female start-ups and existing businesswomen in Greater Geelong to start or grow
a business.
Our
program includes tailored mentoring, guidance, online learning and community
support, designed to transform them into confident businesswomen.
We
are proud that some of our past participants have now become employers.
Simone Araujo Gugliandolo
from Amazed Gluten Free
The scholarship transformed my entrepreneurial dreams into reality, empowering me with a
supportive community and invaluable resources.
Business
in Heels played a crucial role in refining and rebranding my business which was
a pivotal step in positioning my business more effectively in the market and
attracting a broader audience.
Through
one-on-one mentorship sessions and expert-led workshops, I gained invaluable
insights into pricing strategies, market analysis, and value propositions.
I am deeply
grateful to the City of Greater Geelong for providing us with this opportunity.
My experience
with Business in Heels has been nothing short of transformative. I am immensely
grateful for the opportunity to be part of such a dynamic and empowering
community.
Tamara Shaw
from Moon Glow Aromatherapy
The scholarship has helped me in so many
ways.
Business in
Heels has guided me through setting goals and reaching them, getting focused on
what is needed to succeed and not getting caught up on the distractions that
can get in the way.
You
only fail when you don't try.
Expressions
of interest close Friday 19 July, with the program kicking off in August. Learn
about the Business Accelerator scholarship and complete an Expression of Interest
at businessinheels.net/geelongscholarship.