Join Kylie King, founder of Australian Ladies in Business Initiative, as she talks to Michelle Wollaston of Michelle Wollaston.

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Michelle's bio:

Michelle Wollaston is a mentor for women navigating emotionally tangled and transitional seasons of work and life.With more than 25 years of experience in adult learning, leadership development, and vocational education, she brings a strong foundation in business, coaching, and training and assessment to her work.

Michelle has spent her career designing programs, leading teams, and supporting people through demanding and high-pressure environments. Her approach is grounded, practical, and informed by decades of working with individuals at their most stretched and uncertain moments.

She is an Amazon bestselling author, the host of the Soul Loom podcast, and a contributor to several online publications. Her work centres on helping women make sense of their internal landscape so they can move forward with clarity, confidence, and direction.

You can stalk her here:

Wesbite - www.michellewollaston.com/

Instagram -https://www.instagram.com/michellewollaston/?hl=en

Facebook - www.facebook.com/michelle.wollaston.7 LinkedIn - www.linkedin.com/in/michelle-wollaston-844b6a37a

YouTube - https://www.youtube.com/ ⁨@spiritualmentoring⁩

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Join Kylie King, founder of Australian Ladies in Business Initiative, as she talks to Tiani Le Var of OMGrazing AU.

Tiani's bio:

You know how sometimes the best things in life are born out of the toughest moments? That’s exactly how OMGrazing AU began.I’m Tiani Le Var, and I started OMGrazing back in 2022 — six months pregnant, raising my daughter, and trying to rebuild my life after a really hard chapter. What began on my kitchen bench has grown into this beautiful, thriving little business that creates luxe grazing tables, event setups, and our signature grazing carts all across South East Queensland.

But honestly, it’s never just been about the food. For me, it’s about connection — bringing people together, celebrating community, and showcasing the incredible local producers and makers we have right here in our region. Every graze tells a story.

I’ve been lucky enough to see OMGrazing AU recognised along the way — winning the Phoenix Award at the 2025 ALIBI Awards, and being a finalist for both the Bright Spark and Young Trailblazer categories. But the real win for me has been proving that no matter where you come from or what you’ve been through, you can turn your story into something beautiful.

I like to think OMGrazing is more than just cheese and crackers — it’s about resilience, creativity, and a whole lot of heart. And yes… I’m a little bit obsessed with a good cheese pun too.

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Wesbite - www.omgrazing.com.auInstagram - www.instagram.com/omgrazingauFacebook - www.facebook.com/omgrazingauTiktotk - www.tiktok.com/omgrazingau

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Join Kylie King, founder of Australian Ladies in Business Initiative, as she talks to Abbey Shepherd of Simply Stunnin' Hair and Beauty once again.

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Abbey's bio:

I am a dedicated professional with over 25 years of experience in the business world. With an unwavering commitment to excellence and a passion for customer satisfaction, I have been fortunate enough to establish a reputable and successful career, earning the trust and loyalty of clients and colleagues alike.

Beyond the business landscape, I am deeply committed to community service and charity work. And over the years, I have contributed to numerous charitable organizations and initiatives, demonstrating a genuine desire to make a positive impact on the lives of others. My philanthropic efforts have not only provided much-needed support to those in need but have also inspired others to get involved and give back to their communities.

When not immersed in the business world or engaging in charitable activities, I enjoy a vibrant and dynamic personal life. A passionate supporter of the Essendon Football Club, I can often be found at the footy, cheering on the team with enthusiasm and pride. Additionally, I embrace the world of dance, participating in both pole dancing and burlesque dance classes. These creative outlets offer a perfect balance to my professional endeavors, allowing me to express myself artistically and stay active.

My dedication to professional excellence, community service, and personal fulfillment paints a picture of a well-rounded individual who values hard work, compassion, and the joys of life.Simply Stunnin’ Hair and Beauty was established 25 years ago. It has become a cornerstone of the Melbourne beauty scene. Founded by the talented and visionary Abbey, the salon has grown from a passionate dream into a celebrated institution. Abbey, who works solely in the salon, brings her unparalleled expertise in all aspects of hair to every client who walks through the door, ensuring a personalized and exceptional experience.

Simply Stunnin’ Hair and Beauty has garnered multiple prestigious awards over the years, solidifying its status as a leader in the industry. The salon has proudly received accolades from the Wedding Industry Awards, Small Business Awards, and even International Awards, reflecting its commitment to excellence and innovation. These honors are a testament to the salon's dedication to impeccable service and outstanding results.

Simply Stunnin’ Hair and Beauty is a must-visit destination for anyone seeking top-tier hair services in Melbourne. With a quarter-century of experience, a host of awards, and Abbey's expert touch, the salon promises a truly stunning transformation and an unforgettable experience

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Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/simpystunnin

Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/Simply_Stunnin_Hair_and_Beauty

Website - www.simplystunnin.com.au

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HerStory Episode 64 - Join Kylie King, founder of Australian Ladies in Business Initiative as she talks to Nicole Nightingale of Let's Play SA! Therapeutic Services.

Bio:

I am a South Australian social worker, play therapist, and solo mum whose discovered herself through rebuilding, resilience, and rising time after time. After surviving childhood abuse, and escaping a high-control religious organisation, I am determined to carve out a new path—not just for me, but for my two daughters and for the children and families I support every day.

Today, I am building a thriving private practice offering trauma-informed therapy to kids and young people, with a focus on play, creativity, and connection. Drawing from both professional expertise and lived experience, I love supporting children to navigate trauma, neurodiversity, and the foster care system, helping them reclaim their voices—just as I have reclaimed my own.

I like making mental health support for children and families accessible, playful and real. I like to develop therapeutic resources that work for each individual and I am learning how to be more authentic in my online social presence. No matter what I do, I do it with honesty, heart and humour. Whether I am in the therapy room, the garden at home, tending my bees or facing the chaos of solo parenthood, I am doing it my way and making my business work for us.

What is important for me as a female in business is to not only write my own story but to completely smash the expected outcomes of women in business. I have courage and I care so much about creating something beautiful from what was broken and then supporting others to feel empowered to create their own beauty.

Named the inaugural *Solo Mum in Business* award winner at the *I Did It Anyways* Awards and a finalist in the *2025 Heart of Women Awards*, Nicole is passionate about making mental health support accessible, playful, and real. From developing therapeutic resources to sharing snippets of her life and work online, Nicole blends honesty, heart, and humour in all she does.

You can stalk her here:

Website: https://www.letsplaysatherapeuticservices.com.au/

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100089096614212

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/letsplaysatherapeuticservices/

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HerStory Episode 63 - Join Kylie King, founder of Australian Ladies in Business Initiative as she talks to Emma Lovell of Emma Lovell - The Bleisure Coach .

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Emma Lovell is an author, MC, speaker and business coach who supports people to combine business, travel and self care in what she calls the “bleisure lifestyle.”

The personal branding and remote business expert has run her consulting and coaching business for 15 years while managing to travel to 76 countries around the world. Her goal is to visit each of the 195 UN recognised countries by 2037.

At her fabulous Rest & Receive Retreats, Emma inspires people to live a life they love. She is an effortless networker and uses these opportunities to support other women in business and find meaningful ways to collaborate and celebrate one another.

She is also the host of the Emma Lovell Show, and has more than 230 episodes to her name as a podcast host. She has interviewed leading businesswomen and thoughtleaders from all around the world. As a travel writer, she’s had articles appear in The Australian, Virgin Australia Magazine and Travel Bulletin.

When she’s not travelling, you can find Emma at home on the sunny Gold Coast in Australia, with her Aquaman husband Mathew, toddler Finn and furbaby cat, T’Challa.

You can stalk her here:

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/emmalovelly/

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/emmalovell.au/

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/EmmaLovellAU

Podcast: https://www.emmalovell.au/podcast

Website: https://www.emmalovell.au/

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HerStory Episode 62 - Join Kylie King, founder of Australian Ladies in Business Initiative as she talks to Antoinette Stonham of All About Style for the third time.

All About Style, a dedicated Personal Stylist Business by Antoinette Stonham launched in 2013 after Antoinette decided to combine her expertise, her passion for fashion and a belief that fashion and dressing for your shape and confidence was possible at any budget.

Just one session with Antoinette can change your life. Antoinette has a way of removing the self-doubt and teaches you Love, Look and be Beautiful. Antoinette, can and has worked with all body shapes and sizes. Men and women with all confidence or self-conscious concerns. All About Style one to one services of wardrobe edits and personal shopping trips are fun, informative, confidence building and totally empowering. Antoinette is experienced in conducting workshops and training sessions. As a public speaker, she not only educates but motivates you to feel confident.

Antoinette believes:

Style is a package. It’s how you speak, how you walk into a room and the way you stand.

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You can stalk her here:

Facebook - www.facebook.com/allaboutstylesydney

Instagram - www.instagram.com/allaboutstylesydney

Website - www.allaboutsyle.com.au

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HerStory Episode 61 - Join Kylie King, founder of Australian Ladies in Business Initiative as she talks to Carlie Byrom of Life Brain Training.

Bio:

At Life Brain Training, we offer NeurOptimal® neurofeedback sessions, machine rentals and support. Because we know what it’s like to be parents , and how sometimes life throws us curveballs.

Who is Life Brain Training : We are a Mum and Dad team that have a passion to help people just like us.

Prior to starting our business, we struggled as parents with our eldest child who had emotional regulation issues. Searching for answers, we were introduced to NeurOptimal® sessions for ourselves to help with stress, depression and anxiety symptoms and got great results. We were so pleased with the results we got that, we wondered If it would help our eldest child with her emotional regulation issues. After some research, we decided to rent a machine for 3 months and were so pleased with the results that we embarked on the certification training and Life Brain Training was born.

What is NeurOptimal ® : NeurOptimal is a dynamical nonlinear form of Neurofeedback that was developed by Psychologists, Dr Val and Sue Brown from the Zengar Institute. It is not considered a medical device, but rather a tool, just like you would go to the gym for your body, this is like a gym for your brain, the difference being that it’s not hard work.

How does NeurOptimal® work?: in its simplest form, sensors are placed on the ears and head to scan the electrical activity in the brain, and you listen to nice relaxing music and the training begins.

It is important to note that nothing is being put into your brain or taken out and you don’t feel anything. The sensors monitor your brain activity (by scanning your brain 256 times a second) and right before it senses a shift in activity, the system will interrupt the music (this is the feedback part of the training). The interruption, signals to your brain that you have a choice to self-regulate and come back to the present or keep doing what you are doing.

A good analogy for this is if you are driving on the freeway and you veer out of your lane, you might hear the rumble strips on the side of the road signaling to you to get back in your lane if you want to (or if your intention was to pull over, you would ignore it!). What you do is 100% your choice and it doesn’t push your brain to do anything it doesn’t want to.

What NeurOptimal® can do for families: NeurOptimal® neurofeedback is designed to optimise brain functioning, helping to reduce stress, improve sleep, enhance focus and so much more. For the whole family, it is a gentle, non-invasive technology that helps support emotional stability, symptoms of ADHD and autism, stress management or even just enabling you to show up as a better version of yourself.

There is no age limit on who can use the system and as it works directly with your own brain and central nervous system, all results are individual and unique to what you need. It is not a medical device, so there is no diagnosis needed, and as it is 100% natural, it is safe to use with medicines or other therapies.

What NeurOptimal® can do for individuals: Prior to renting the system for our family, I was introduced to the tool by my psychologist. I had done many years of self-improvement and knew what to do in terms of getting myself out of a cycle of anxiety or depression, however, in her words "I was stuck". NeurOptimal sessions helped me to become unstuck and feel like there was a way forward.

You can stalk her here:

Facebook: www.facebook.com/lifebraintraining

Instagram: www.instagram.com/lifebraintraining

Website: www.lifebraintraining.com.au

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HerStory Episode 60 - Join Kylie King, founder of Australian Ladies in Business Initiative as she talks to Rosie Cass of Chaos Agency.

Branding Quizzes and Free Stuff - https://chaosagency.com.au

Before Chaos Agency, Rosie worked as lead designer, designing and producing content for digital out-of-home provider Motio and crafted stunning digital assets for JD Sports Australia, one of Australia's fastest-growing retail and e-commerce brands to launch in the Aussie market. As the founder of Chaos Agency, Rosie combines creativity, strategy, and leadership to continue to innovate and smash goals for both Chaos Agency and their clients.

She’s a chronic TikTok scroller, vintage camera collector, and loves a cheeky marg.

You can stalk her here:

Website: chaosagency.com.au

Instagram: www.instagram.com/chaosagency_

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