The biggest celebration for Women in Small Business!

Winning the 2024 Australian Small Business Champion Influential Woman Award was one of the proudest moments of my life. I was filled with pride, gratitude, and pure joy – not just for me, but for my husband, family, amazing team, and every customer who has supported Bella Venezia over the years. This award is proof that passion, resilience, and hard work can create something extraordinary. Believe in what you do, trust your vision, and don’t be afraid to step into the spotlight – you’ve earned it.

I am truly honoured to be named the 2024 Small Business Champion Woman Icon. This award is a testament to the dedication and hard work of female entrepreneurs who dare to dream and persist. I’m deeply grateful to my community, colleagues, supporters and family for their encouragement, and remain committed to empowering others and championing the spirit of small business. Thank you Steve Loe of Precedent Productions for this incredible honour.

I am truly honoured to have been recognised as the 2024 Australian Women’s Small Business Champion Entrepreneur of the Year. Winning this award is not only a personal milestone but also a powerful reminder of the resilience, dedication and passion that women bring to business every day - it's a celebration of all our efforts. My hope is that it inspires more women to back themselves, aim high, and know their hard work and vision can make a real impact.

Winning the 2024 Young Small Business Champion Woman Entrepreneur award was an honour. What began as a personal mission inspired by my sister, who lives with a disability, has grown into something far greater. Becoming an occupational therapist was a calling to make a difference, educate, empower, and help people ‘rise up’ beyond the barriers they face. This recognition is a celebration of every individual and family we’ve worked with, and a reminder that purpose-driven business can change lives.