Kim McCosker

Kim McCosker; Owner, 4 Ingredients Enterprises
Kim McCosker is the owner of 4 Ingredients, the biggest selling self-published cookbooks in Australian publishing history. 4 Ingredients was founded by Kim and lifelong friend Rachael Bermingham, in 2007. In May 2011, Kim’s family purchased Rachael’s fifty percent share of the business.
4 Ingredients started as a cookbook with the same title. It was self-published in March 2007. Its phenomenal popularity has spawned 7 further cookbooks, TVShows, DVD’s, Cookware ranges, iApps, endorsements, International publishing and production deals, and a rapidly growing online database. From inception, Kim has been the managing partner responsible for development and management of the growth of the business, whilst still creating content. Originally Kim ran the business and its staff from her house, but in May 2010, due to its continued growth, leased a commercial office in Caloundra and moved global headquarters there. 4 Ingredients has built its successful brand on saving busy people around the world time and money in the kitchen.

Carolyn Thomson

Carolyn Thomson; General Manager, Kadoe Commercial Coatings
Carolyn is the General Manager of Kadoe Commercial Coatings installers of waterproofing, epoxy flooring and polished concrete on commercial projects, and is responsible for strategic planning and management day to day.
Carolyn left school at 17 without finishing her final year to work in a legal practice, designed and exported knitwear to Japan at 26, and accommodation developer and operator at 37. She was the President of the inaugural committee for the reinvention of Pelican
Waters Carols by Candlelight at CCPS, and is currently working with Deborah De William of Running Pink, raising money for breast cancer research. Carolyn is very passionate about the Sunshine Coast's economic sustainability for our children's' future.

Dena Dillon

Dena Dillon; Managing Director, Piper Digital Marketing
Dena Dillon is the founding director of Piper Digital Marketing. Although a mere 4 years old it is recognised as one of Australia’s leading Digital Marketing Agencies. Piper has developed and managed digital campaigns and web development projects for iconic brands such as Bentley, Ferrari & Lotus; public companies like Australian Power & Gas; some of Australia's largest property developers; well-known fashion brands, as well as many small businesses here on the sunshine coast. The company has offices in Australia, Asia, and will
launch in the U.S. later this year. Piper is also the digital partner and supplier to many major advertising agencies and media companies, and will launch their small business product this month. Dena has a Bachelor of Business and has been in digital marketing for 11 years. She regularly speaks, and was selected to mentor business students at QUT. She and her partner live at Doonan with their dog. She has promised her mother grand children in the near future.

Vickie Magic

Vickie Magic; Owner and Editor, Business Matters Magazine
Vickie Magic purchased Business Matters Magazine in January of 2010, having worked the previous 10 years in the advertising world, in both radio and print media. She absolutely loves the advertising industry. The thing that Vickie loves the most about Business Matters Magazine is that she is able to really make a difference on the Sunshine Coast by helping local business grow. She is doing that through asking business what they need, what they want to be educated on, what they would like to be motivated about, and what local people would they like to read aspiring articles about and then giving them exactly those things. So far this approach seems to be working well
because the feedback that the Magazine is getting has been amazing. She really enjoys sitting down with a potential advertiser and working out with them what is going to make them famous. Vickie says “It’s so much fun”.

Julie Jacobson

Julie Jacobson; Senior Accountant & Manager, Holmans Accounting & Financial Planning
Julie Jacobson is a Senior Accountant and Manager at Holmans, one of the largest accounting and financial planning firms on the Sunshine Coast. She is a valued member of a team that provides accounting, taxation, business advisory, financial planning and risk insurance services to assist clients grow, manage and enjoy wealth.
Dedicated to providing a high level of client care and service, Julie brings 10 years of experience in public practice accounting and small business management to her role. Understanding the realities of her clients’ businesses, a proactive approach and building strong relationships are key elements of Julie’s success. She is an integral part of the leadership team which develops staff and determines the direction and growth of the firm. Julie is an enthusiastic home cook for her extended family and an avid international traveller. She is also excelling in her further studies to obtain her Certified Practicing Accountant (CPA) qualification.

Jennifer Forster

Jennifer Forster; Owner, Goal Power Training
Jen Forster is the creator of Goal Power Training. Commencing in 2007, Goal Power Training is now known as the ‘Inner Sanctum of Women’s Fitness’. Jen believes it is in your self-belief and confidence that results and permanent change can be created. Incorporating group fitness, beginner sporting and nutritional programs, Jen has developed a ‘belief bank’, which is changing attitudes about women’s fitness - and changing lives!
Drawing from her life experience, fitness and coaching training, and sporting achievements at an elite level has been integral to Jen’s success. But the key difference is in Jen’s fundamental understanding of the philosophy of change. With this knowledge Jen is transforming women from the inside out. Jen is passionate about supporting women to be all that they can be through achievements in sports and fitness. Through her ability to connect, she is encouraging and empowering women to discover their best life and truly live it.