BUSINESS
Celebrating Excellence: Gold Coast Women in Business Awards Breakfast 2025
WORDS: Ocean Road Editorial Staff PHOTOGRAPHY Brian Usher - www.usherusher.com 0412 910 857
Inspiring stories, shared success, and the power of connection took centre stage at this year’s celebration
The Gold Coast Women in Business Awards Breakfast 2025 was held on Friday, 17 October, at the Gold Coast Convention and Exhibition Centre, bringing together an inspiring assembly of women leaders, entrepreneurs, and changemakers. The morning was a vibrant celebration of achievement, resilience, and innovation — shining a spotlight on the women who continue to shape the Gold Coast’s business landscape with creativity, purpose, and determination.
Guests were treated to a morning of networking, gourmet breakfast, and powerful storytelling as nominees and past winners shared their journeys of leadership and growth. The atmosphere was one of excitement and unity, with attendees celebrating not only individual success but also the collective strength of women supporting women. Keynote speakers delivered heartfelt messages about empowerment, collaboration, and the importance of fostering opportunity across industries.
As the event drew to a close, applause filled the room for the 2025 award nominees and winners, whose contributions continue to elevate the region’s professional community. The breakfast once again reaffirmed the Gold Coast Women in Business Awards as one of the city’s most anticipated annual events — a platform that honours excellence while inspiring the next generation of women to lead boldly and dream without limits.
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- Natalie Archer & Faith Archer
- Claire Mitchell & Tara Wilson
- Patty Veloso & Tina Layt
- Naomi Fowler & Peter Doggett
- Evette Henderson & Tracey Crawford
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- A.B. Patterson Students
- Geoff Missen & Gray Coonan
- Shelley Jacks & Melissa Scott
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- Jasminne Hristic
- Sandra Barber & Robert Barber
- Tika Hasborth & Laura Ridley
- Catherine Pevy-Trewartha, Lily Grubb & Christina Smith
- Piper Gilbert & Lucas Marques
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