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IN BUSINESS Defined Interiors What separates your business from the next? There is no other local business that can assist home owners to sell their existing homes and can personalise and decorate their new home. As a successful woman in business, what advice could you give to other businesses? If you are passionate about your business and are willing to put in the hard work, the benefits will definitely be worth it, an achievement to be proud of. In your opinion, why do you think it is important that women are recognised in business? It is usually presumed that businesses are run by a partnership or support but a lot of women as Sharon Brighurst. myself have set up and run a successful business on our own. d celebrating women DEFINED i n t e r i o r s Specialising in: ü Curtains & Blinds ü Soft Furnishings ü Upholstery ü Wallpaper ü Property Restyling NEW AUTUMN FABRICS OUT NOW! 0409 671 653 13 Tanunda Road, Nuriootpa [email protected] | www.definedinteriors.com.au Black Bird Coffee House Taylah and Courtney Koch. Black Bird Coffee House prides itself on exceptional customer service, outstanding fresh food using quality local ingredients, homemade sweets and a perfect cup of coffee made by professional baristas. This coffee house opened in April 2017 by its new owners, Taylah and Courtney Koch who are twin sisters. We embarked on ownership of the business at just 19 years of age. Although many people say we seem too young to be taking on this responsibility. However we have worked in three different businesses whilst in school and share over 10 years of hospitality experience between us. What do you enjoy most about your business (or being a woman in business)? We enjoy the challenge that each day brings and the opportunity to meet new people. We love making each and everyone’s experience at the cafe one to remember. It is so rewarding getting positive feedback about our food and coffee and building the connections with the customers that keeps them coming back. Do you have a motto or goal that you strive towards? We strive towards being the best that we can. Every food item and coffee that we create is handcrafted to a high quality and served to the customers liking. We are always looking at ways to improve our cafe and service to ensure the best possible experience for our diners. HOMEMADE MEALS TO DELIGHT All day breakfasts Light lunches Coffee and homemade sweets OPEN 7 DAYS 117A MURRAY ST, TANUNDA (Located behind Priceline Pharmacy) 8563 3116 JS0879 Julie Toth Real Estate THINKING OF SELLING YOUR HOME? “We are your local professional property specialist that you know and trust” Julie Toth, Judy Thomas and Lissa Fox. Call our team today Ph: 8562 4650 | Mobile: [phone] Gawler Street, Nuriootpa www.julietothrealestate.com.au - RLA 198 199 Julie Toth, Business owner of Julie Toth Real Estate. What do you enjoy most about your business (or being a woman in business)? Meeting people “clients” may they be Vendors, Purchasers, Landlords or tenants the trust they have in me is a wonderful feeling. What is one of your personal/business highlights? When our clients are happy with us, our services and are more than happy to praise us with wonderful testimonial that helps us in the business. Do you have a motto or goal that you strive towards? Yes, a smooth and happy outcome for all my clients. By giving professional service combined with experience and qualifications, to ensure all our clients receive the best personal service and attention. As a successful woman in business, what advice could you give to other businesses? Be devoted and dedicated to your business, always give your best to your client, be honest and reliable. “The Leader”, Wednesday, March 6, 2019 - 25