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OCTOBER 23RD 2026

The FLARE Awards by The Small Business Hub aren’t your typical awards—they’re a bold, unapologetic celebration of women redefining what success looks like in small business.

This isn’t about ticking boxes or collecting trophies.

It’s about real women making real moves—innovating, leading, collaborating, and shaking up their industries with vision and grit.

Whether you're the creative force behind a growing brand, a quiet achiever building momentum, or the powerhouse others turn to for support, the FLARE Awards are where your work gets seen, celebrated, and amplified.

Each category has been carefully curated to reflect not just business excellence, but impact—on your community, your industry, and the people you serve. We don’t believe in gatekeeping. We believe in spotlighting the women lighting the path for others.


Because at the Small Business Hub, we don’t just celebrate success—we redefine it. Together.

ANNOUNCING THE 2025 WINNERS

Business Bestie

Amy Christopherson- Grounded HR

Business Choice

Sandy Visser- Distinct Business Solutions

Community Champion

Amanda Thompson- Endurance Financial

Creative Entrepreneur

Annette Densham- Award Writing Services


Empowering Young Women

Ellen Noye- Solve Care

FLARE Of The Year

Justine Martin- Justine Martin

Most Valuable Player

Emma McTighe- Jenga Financial

The One To Watch

Tenae Carroll- Loan Hustle

The Next Gen Leader

Sheree Bailey- The Collective Beat

Women Changing The World

Peta Warby-Saname

Thankyou to our 2025 Keynote Speaker: Jules Brooke

With her signature pink hair and infectious energy, Jules Brooke is a true force for women-owned businesses across Australia.

With a career marked by relentless passion and innovation, Jules is the founder of She's The Boss Group and Australian Women Speakers, where she leads an empowering community, dedicated to elevating and connecting female founders.

Jules’ achievements include winning numerous business awards and hosting a popular show about female founders on a streaming TV network, showcasing her dedication to amplifying women’s voices.

Beyond her PR expertise, Jules is the host of the insightful podcasts She’s The Boss Chats and runs the vibrant She’s The Boss YouTube channel. Jules is the driving force for inspiring exceptional businesswomen to share their stories, paving the way for others.

Jules is more than just a founder; she’s a catalyst, a connector, and an unwavering advocate for female entrepreneurs, committed to ensuring their stories and successes shine brightly and we are extremely excited to have Jules join us for the 2025 FLARE Awards.

THANK YOU TO OUR 2025 SPONSORS

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