Small business, big impact
FROM FLEDGLING SETUPS BRINGING DOUGHNUT AND FLOWER WALLS TO PARTIES TO BUSINESSWOMEN AND BUSY MUMS BRANCHING OUT TO RUN THEIR OWN FIRMS, TOWNSVILLE HAS A WIDE RANGE OF TALENT OFTEN FLYING UNDER THE RADAR. HERE ARE FIVE SMALL BUSINESSES DOING GREAT THINGS IN TOWNSVILLE.
I AM Danielle Pattinson, owner of To The Wall Hire.
I have been in business since November 2017, we turn one on Friday!
The thing I love most about my job is the exciting variety of events we get to attend and all the amazing people that we meet along the way.
I can’t start my morning without coffee.
A song I can’t get out of my head right now is All Loved Up by Amy Shark.
I can’t stop watching The Good Place.
My favourite spot in Townsville to unwind is along the beach at Pallarenda.
If I could offer one piece of advice to someone getting into business it would be to find what you love and just give it a go.
This time next year I hope to be still loving what I do and adding to our hire range.
Three other local businesses you have to follow on Instagram: Moe and Me Hire, Little Pegs, Blossom Shoppe Charters Towers. I AM Sharon Hoops, 44, founder of Hoops Consulting.
I have been in business since September 2018, so brand new!
The thing I love most about my job is the freedom to work my own hours and the complete accountability for my own success or failure.
I can’t start my morning without reading the Bully online with my coffee.
A song I can’t get out of my head right now is Spank by Jimmy “Bo” Horne … an oldie but a goodie.
I can’t stop watching Haunting of Hill House. I love scary stuff!
My favourite spot in Townsville to unwind is The gym ( the Zoo).
If I could offer one piece of advice to someone getting into business it would be to manage your time carefully and never stop believing in yourself.
This time next year I hope to be in my own commercial space, I want to buy not rent.
Three other local businesses you have to follow on Instagram: Squeeze Me Townsville, LPPT Squad, Steves Ray of Sunshine Photography. I AM Kristen Harris, graphic designer/ creative mind at The Ink Garden Design Studio.
I have been in business for over a decade as a graphic designer within the print industry, but made the switch to freelance almost three years ago after the birth of my second daughter.
The thing I love most about my job is that I love being creative in a lot of different ways.
I can’t start my morning without — I’d like to say a sleep in, but my children aren’t in favour of that option.
A song I can’t get out of my head right now is 14U+ 14ME by The Presets is on high rotation.
I can’t stop watching The Sinner on Netflix.
My favourite spot in Townsville to unwind is Cotters Markets.
If I could offer one piece of advice to someone getting into business it would be say yes to new opportunities. It’s something I’ve tried to adopt myself this year.
Three other local businesses you have to follow on Instagram: Firstly, Support Local Townsville. Second would have to be The Secret Garden for a daily dose of botanic beauty. Next, the amazing Lauren and Douglas. Dania’s imagery is breathtaking and I’m constantly mesmerised by her talents. I AM Chantelle Bakis, 31, from Crossword Creations. I have been in business since April 2018.
The thing I love most about my job is creating the frames as it gives me a creative outlet.
I can’t start my morning without a good workout and coffee.
A song I can’t get out of my head right now is Shotgun by George Ezra. I can’t stop watching The Sinner. My favourite spot in Townsville to unwind is The Strand.
If I could offer one piece of advice to someone getting into business it would be to make sure you have a plan, a goal and a good attitude. Things won’t always go to plan but persistence is key.
This time next year I hope my business has doubled by this time next year; I have so many amazing customers and word of mouth has been amazing.
Three other local businesses you have to follow on Instagram: Wah Boo Designs, Arna Designs and Three Little Boys Clothing. I AM Sasarino Pedro, 28, owner of Fresh As Sas floral designs.
I have been in business since December 1, 2017 so we’re approaching our first anniversary.
The thing I love most about my job is seeing my customers’ reactions when their ideas are brought to life.
I can’t start my morning without music as soon as I wake up followed by a piccolo coffee.
A song I can’t get out of my head right now is Infatuation by Project Peters.
I can’t stop watching How to Get Away with Murder.
My favourite spot in Townsville to unwind is Quarter Deck and Splash Bar.
If I could offer one piece of advice to someone getting into business it would be to be true to yourself, do what you love and love what you do.
This time next year I hope to be in a bigger, better place.
Three other local businesses you have to follow on Instagram: Moe and Me Vintage Furniture Hire, Your Canvas Make Up and Kacey Maree Photography.
Are you a small business who’d like to feature in the Townsville Bulletin’s new series? Email cas. garvey@ news. com. au to find out more.