I have been a member of a number of different networking organisation during my 25 years in tourism. None of them have been as worthwhile as the SCBWN. This group of amazing business woman support each other like I had never experienced. The mentoring program, awards program, breakfasts and world class speakers are worth every single penny and time commitment.

The Sunshine Coast Business Women's Network runs two very successful mentoring programs a year that cater to the different personal and professional needs of our members.
Designed for women in small business, an owner operator and someone who is looking to gain more business knowledge, be in an environment of complete support or someone that wants to take themselves and their business to the next level?
The program is based on 4 x 4 hours sessions held monthly over 4 months, completing with a Graduation evening.
The program is specifically designed for Micro/Small Start up Businesses – If you are a business with 5 or less staff, have been in business for 5 or less years, an owner operator in business or you are just starting out in business, this program will be for you.
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TESTIMONIAL - As the owner and designer of women's fashion label MiMi FiRST I understand the value of networking. As a member of the SCBWN I was fortunate to have been able to take part in both the mentoring and leadership programs.
This enabled me to connect with a variety of amazing professionals who are experts in their chosen fields . These platforms have inspired and motivated me with a new found confidence in areas of business I have always struggled.
The proficient yet very comfortable format provided me with the skills and opportunity to take my business to heights I had only previously dreamt of achieving. And all with the help and sincerity offered by like minded women. Simone Leete Mimi First
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This program is designed for women who are established in business, producing great results, but who want to take their level of leadership personally and professionally to a new level.
The program is based on 5 x 4 hours sessions held monthly over 4.5 months, completing with Graduation evening.
The program will be specifically designed for women who are established in business, who are wanting to grow their leadership skills in the areas of
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The Sunshine Coast Youth Partnership (SCYP) Young Women's Strategy is supported by Sunshine Coast Business Women's Network (SCBWN) in two ways. Firstly, through the mentorship of members, offering their time, expertise and life skills in this program and through the donation of money raised through raffles.
This pilot program was launched in May 2010 and was based on early intervention to change beliefs, attitudes, behaviors and skills of girls aged 12-15 years old identified as at risk of unsafe or unhealthy decisions and activities. The Young Women's Strategy program components, delivered by Lifebridge, include: educating; mentoring; case management; and, personal development workshops. Targeted outcomes were: self confidence; personal power; positive choices; support network; and, role models. Ultimately, this is a leadership program aimed at inspiring a positive future with hope, identity and purpose.
The mentees have been referred for a variety of reasons including family breakdown, self harm, low self esteem and learning difficulties. Extremely positive outcomes have been achieved, with girls gaining self confidence and communication skills to recognise unhealthy situations and make positive relationship choices, identify goals, increase school attendance and grades as well as re-engage with family supports.
The SCBWN looks forward to continuing to support this important program.
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