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Real Impact. Real Stories.

Discover how our programs and initiatives are transforming small businesses. Dive into case studies that highlight success, resilience and the power of smart policy in action.

Mel and Shane Spehr

Aluminium Plus
Aluminium Plus owners Mel and Shane Spehr enhanced their financial literacy, strategic planning and digital marketing skills through the Small Business Fundamentals Program, laying the foundations for sustainable growth and business success.

Rosaline and Stephen Brennan

Kingscote Tourist Park
Ros and Stephen Brennan, owners of Kingscote Tourist Park, joined the Small Business Sustainability Support Program after taking on the challenge of revitalising the Kangaroo Island business. Through the program, they gained valuable sustainability insights and an energy audit that helped them prioritise improvements, reduce environmental impact, and build a more resilient future for the park.

Shirley Wu

Shirley Wu Jewellery
Combining her passion for art with her rich cultural heritage, Shirley Wu founded Shirley Wu Jewellery, an award-winning business creating handcrafted jewellery and immersive workshops that foster creativity and connection. Through the Women in Business Foundations Program, Shirley gained the tools and confidence to strengthen her digital presence, grow her customer base, and take her business to the next level.

Tom Whittenbury

Grundy’s Shoes
Grundy’s Shoes, a sixth-generation South Australian family business, strengthened its governance and succession planning through the Small Business Fundamentals Program, ensuring its long-standing legacy continues to grow in a modern retail landscape.

Matt Bowie

Reusably
Matt Bowie, co-founder of Reusably, joined the Business for Good Program to rethink his start-up’s strategy. The program helped shift Reusably from local cup management to a scalable software solution, cutting waste across industries. It also strengthened Matt’s leadership, resilience, and connections within Adelaide’s purpose-driven business community.

Dr Anisha Sanghavi

Incredible Smiles
Dr Anisha Sanghavi, co-founder of Incredible Smiles, joined the Women in Business Advisory Program to strengthen her leadership and business skills. The mentoring helped her make strategic decisions, build a stronger team, and navigate growth across five dental practices, all while staying committed to community impact and continuous improvement.

Jane Cursaro

Heart Through Art
Turning her passion for creativity into a thriving art therapy practice that supports people of all ages in expressing emotions through visual storytelling, while navigating the challenges of small business ownership with a strong focus on mental health, community, and connection.

Teagan & Braydn Fisher

Fisher Kitchens
Fisher Kitchens has grown from a backyard shed into a thriving South Australian cabinetry business known for its craftsmanship, sustainability, and community focus.

Holly Stratton

A Taste of the Hills Festival
Driven by a love for her hometown and a desire to support local businesses recovering from bushfires and COVID-19, Holly Stratton launched A Taste of the Hills Festival—a now-iconic Adelaide Hills event that has grown rapidly since 2022.

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