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.
