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Liliana Bravo, Casa Bonita

Liliana Bravo, Casa Bonita

Let’s meet Liliana Bravo, the founder of Casa Bonita and one of our experts on Made By Many Minds. Casa Bonita is an innovative social enterprise that has had a significant economic, social and cultural impact since it was founded in Melbourne in 2020. But first, some background. Liliana was born in Colombia, and after…

Shervin Ranjbar, Zero Textile Waste Consulting

Shervin Ranjbar, Zero Textile Waste Consulting

Meet Shervin, a textile engineer, sustainability expert, entrepreneur and mentor with a passion for empowering micro businesses. With over two decades of experience in the textile and fashion industry, and experience working with micro business owners, Shervin possesses knowledge and skills to help migrant women business owners on their business journey. Born in a Kurdish…

Maria Alejandra Abondano, MAA

Maria Alejandra Abondano, MAA

Are you a micro business owner struggling to establish your brand and stand out in a crowded market? Meet Alejandra, a passionate entrepreneur and marketing and branding expert who loves to share her knowledge with others. Born and raised in Colombia, Alejandra first came to Australia 11 years ago. In Australia she studied English and…

Linda McNeill, Run the Risk Consulting

Linda McNeill, Run the Risk Consulting

Linda McNeill of Run the Risk Consulting has made it her mission to help businesses thrive. With more than 10 years of experience in business entrepreneurship and expertise in risk management, ISO standards, budgeting and finance, business and strategic planning, and customer and supplier contracts, Linda is committed to empowering small business owners. ‘I’m passionate…

Madelin Zuniga, MZ Photography

Madelin Zuniga, MZ Photography

Let’s meet Madelin, one of our experts on Made by Many Minds. Madelin’s business, MZ Photography, specialises in product photography. Madelin was born in Chile, and visited Australia in 2014 to study English. ‘I’d heard so many good things about Australia; the opportunities and the quality of life. So, I decided to come as a…