29 of the Coast's top business women have been nominated as finalists for this year's much anticipated Business Woman of the Year Awards, as the countdown begins to the gala event being held at the Hyatt Regency Coolum on August 14.

The finalists have shown they are yet again a group of remarkable local women chosen from the hundreds of entries for their achievements, professionalism and their invaluable contribution they make to our community.

One of the Sunshine Coast’s most dynamic business couples, Bob and Chris Cameron believe there hasn’t been a greater opportunity for profit and fun in the past 250 years than implementing environmental initiatives and will share their views at the Sunshine Coast Business Women’s breakfast at the Maroochydore Surf Club on July 13.

Fresh from a keynote speaking role at the recent International Women in Sport Conference, Liz Hanson will inspire members and guests of the Sunshine Coast Business Women's Network when she shares her perspectives on what business can learn from sport and the most vital lessons she has learned in the ‘adventures of her career' to date.

Guests at the Sunshine Coast Business Women's Network can look forward to enjoying one of Australia 's most exciting and dynamic speakers, Carren Smith at the 11 May breakfast at the Maroochydore Surf Club. more..

The search for the 2010 Sunshine Coast Outstanding Business Woman of the Year will commence when some of the Coast 's most successful and influential women meet for lunch at the Hyatt Regency Coolum on Friday, April 16. more..

The Sunshine Coast Business Women's Network will today Wednesday, February 17 launch their Business Mentoring Program, aimed at developing strong business skills across various industries for women in small business, at Surfair Marcoola. The personal development and business skills program which runs from March through until May will provide selected participants with the opportunity to learn from some of the region's best business professionals. more..

Having spent the past 27 years helping women discover their ability to achieve excellence and maintain balance in an ever increasing stressful society, Michela D'Addario will join the Sunshine Coast Business Women's Network on Tuesday, September 8 to present a special breakfast workshop aimed at helping women get more out of life. The ‘Go Gorgeous Workshop', expected to attract over 180 business women from across the coast, will explore the importance of aligning personal and professional goals to achieve genuine fulfilment, balance and success. more..

Although 2009 has already presented many challenging business conditions particularly for small business in the region, the Sunshine Coast Business Women's Network has been hard at work proactively establishing and facilitating a mentoring program specifically targeted at women in micro/small business environments. The program, made up of nine talented business mentors each leaders in their own field of expertise, focuses on the unique challenges faced by many small business owners while preparing participants with the skills and confidence to overcome some of the toughest business conditions. more..

The Events Centre at Maroochy RSL was a buzz last night, Tuesday, August 11 as many of Sunshine Coast 's top business women sparkled, in anticipation as the winners for the 2009 prestigious Business Woman of the Year Awards were announced. The gala dinner, saw more than 330 business leaders and professionals get together to recognise and celebrate the many achievements of outstanding business women in the community. more..

Nominations are in, finalists have been selected and the countdown has begun for this year's much anticipated and highly contended Business Woman of the Year Awards to be held at the newly revamped Events Centre at Maroochy RSL on Tuesday, August 11. A prominent event on the business calendar and noted for its professionalism, the prestigious awards recognise and celebrate the many achievements of women from a diverse range of industries and the invaluable contribution they make to business and the community. more..

The Sunshine Coast Business Women's Network will be teeing off for their Annual Ladies Golf Day on Friday, May 8 at the Twin Waters Golf Club in support of the Better Start Program. The annual golf day is a must on the events calendar and you don't even have to be a professional, the event encourages beginners and even non-golfers to get involved and provides a great opportunity for like-minded business women to network in a fun and relaxed environment. more..

Many of the coast's most influential business leaders and professionals will get together for a cocktail event on Tuesday, April 14 to launch the 2009 Sunshine Coast Business Woman of the Year Awards at the Maroochydore Surf Club. Those attending the event will have the opportunity to hear from last years winners and will be encouraged to nominate someone they believe is outstanding in their field of expertise. more..

The Sunshine Coast Business Women's Network will join thousands of other organisations around the world to celebrate International Women's Day, by hosting a breakfast at the Hyatt Regency Coolum on March 10. The breakfast is being sponsored by long-time International Women's Day supporter, Neuendorf Interiors and will welcome former Australian Business Woman of the Year and Goodtime Surf Director, Gail Austin OAM to share her remarkable story with those attending the event. more..

International Best Selling Author, Kurek Ashley is set to empower business women on the Sunshine Coast to a successful 2009 at the upcoming Sunshine Coast Business Women's Network breakfast on Tuesday, February 10. For the past 20 years Kurek has shown people from all walks of life the strategies to take their lives to a higher level mentally, financially, physically and spiritually. Through powerful motivational strategies, Kurek will maximise energy levels, help unleash potential and improve the personal performance of those attending the event within their workplace. more..

More than 200 business women from across the coast will join the Sunshine Coast Business Women's Network on Tuesday, December 9 for a festive breakfast bash to celebrate what has been a successful year. The event will include a special presentation to the network's chosen charity for 2008, the Cindy Mackenzie Breast Cancer Foundation, which provides local Sunshine Coast families with support through their battle with breast cancer. more..

Take the mystery out of updating your wardrobe this summer by joining fashion guru and Styling You's own Nikki Parkinson who will be teaming up with Buderim's Soul Diva boutique to host a fashion extravaganza like no other at the Maroochydore Surf Club on Tuesday, October 14. Following an extensive career as the Sunshine Coast Daily's and more recently its Style magazine's fashion and beauty editor, Nikki will share her highly specialised styling skills and fashion savvy with women from across the coast at the Sunshine Coast Business Women's Network High Five for Summer cocktail event. more..

Internationally renowned speaker, author and local business woman Kim Edwards is set to inspire, when she addresses the Sunshine Coast Business Women's Network at their monthly breakfast to be held at the Maroochydore Surf Club on September 9. With an impressive list of achievements, including a Bachelor in Asian Studies and the development of several TESOL programs, Kim founded Sea English Academy International in 2003 and has since expanded the business into 20 locations across 15 countries, quickly establishing itself as a world-class industry leader. more..

Over 120 nominations, only 28 finalists and just days until we will find out who will be crowned this year's Business Woman of the Year, with the prestigious gala dinner to be held at the Novotel Twin Waters Resort on Tuesday, August 12. Now in its tenth year, the awards evening is noted for its professionalism and acknowledges outstanding women for the invaluable contribution they make to the business community. more..

Known as ‘The Queen of Heavy Mental', Jana Stanfield, will provide an interactive, humorous and upbeat performance that will motivate and energise those attending the upcoming Sunshine Coast Business Women's Network breakfast at the Maroochydore Surf Club on Tuesday, July 8. Reflecting her background as a television news reporter, songwriter, humorist and entertainer, Jana Stanfield's presentations are multi-dimensional. She combines laughter, wisdom, and her million-selling songs into an interactive experience that generates positive action. more..

Nominations have now closed for the 2008 Business Woman of the Year, but the application process is just about to begin for the prestigious awards to be held at the Novotel Twin Waters Resort on August 12. While the awards are just around the corner, Kaitlyn Akers, 2007 Professional Business Woman of the Year, knows just how important the submission process is and would like to encourage all those women who have been nominated to apply. more..

Global Networking Specialist, Robyn Henderson, will address many of the coast's leading business women at the upcoming Sunshine Coast Business Women's Network Breakfast at the Maroochydore Surf Club on Tuesday, June 10. Proudly sponsored by Buderim Chiropractic, the breakfast will host the network's Annual General Meeting and feature an interactive session by the renowned networking specialist, providing those attending with the essential tools to network more effectively. more..

The Annual Ladies Ambrose Golf Day, hosted by the Sunshine Coast Business Women's Network is set to be a hit with the announcement today of the major hole-in-one prize of two return tickets to Brunei courtesy of Royal Brunei Airlines. Recognised as one of the premier Ladies' Golf Tournaments on the Sunshine Coast, the event is already attracting a number business personalities as well as one of the region's golfing young guns, Lauren Mason. more..

The Sunshine Coast Business Women's Network is now calling for nominations for the prestigious 2008 Business Woman of the Year Awards. The awards are open to all women in business across the coast, if you know of an outstanding business woman deserving of recognition, make sure you nominate. Entries are currently open across four categories; corporate, micro/small business, professional and young business woman, with the overall winner taking home the title of Outstanding Business Woman of the Year. more..

Registrations are now open for the Sunshine Coast Business Women's Network Ladies Golf Day to be held at Twin Waters Golf Club on Friday, May 9. The Annual Ladies Golf Day, hosted by MixFM, is recognised as one of the premier Ladies' Golf Tournaments on the Sunshine Coast, but you don't need to be a professional to get involved – beginners and even non-golfers are welcome. more..

Dynamic and inspirational business women, Kim Serafini, will share her remarkable journey, from the fast paced corporate world to life in the slow lane, with those attending the Sunshine Coast Business Women's Network breakfast on Tuesday, April 8 at the Maroochydore Surf Club. Focused on delivering world-class corporate workshops and seminars, Kim is inspiring others to achieve personal success and fulfillment through appreciation and gratitude. more..

The Sunshine Coast Business Women's Network will join thousands of other organisations around the world to celebrate International Women's Day, by hosting a breakfast at the Novotel Twin Waters Resort on March 5. International Women's Day recognises the achievements of women and their contribution to society. The breakfast is proudly sponsored by long-time International Women's Day supporter, Neuendorf Interiors. more..

2007's Outstanding Business Women of the Year, Vicki Clark has forged the way for women in senior executive positions and looks forward to sharing her amazing journey with business women from across the Coast at the Sunshine Coast Business Women's Network breakfast on Tuesday, February 12. more...

More than 200 business women from across the coast will join the Sunshine Coast Business Women's Network on Tuesday, December 11 for a festive breakfast bash to celebrate what has been a successful year. The event will include a special presentation to the network's chosen charity for 2007, The Sunshine Coast Children's Therapy Centre, who provide an invaluable service to the community. more...

Carren Smith, an acclaimed visionary in the psychology of success and leadership, will join the Sunshine Coast Business Women's Network for breakfast to share her inspirational journey through a captivating and thought provoking address at the Maroochydore Surf Club on November 13. more...

Dazzling diamonds, rich rubies, elegant emeralds and a whole lot of women talking business are only a few good reasons to join the Sunshine Coast Business Women's Network for a Razzle Dazzle cocktail evening on Tuesday, October 9 at the Jewellery Lounge, Sunshine Coast Airport. more...

In today's fast paced working environment, business women from across the Coast will take time out to learn about the importance of good health and fitness for a busy lifestyle at the Sunshine Coast Business Women's Network breakfast on Tuesday, September 11, at the Maroochydore Surf Club. They will be joined by special guest and speaker Mark McKean, an internationally renowned personal trainer, exercise psychologist and university lecturer, who will be sharing the benefits of being fit and healthy in a busy working environment. more...

Learn how to make networking work for you at the Sunshine Coast Business Women's Network's breakfast on Tuesday, July 10 with sessions hosted by two of the Coast's most knowledgeable and experienced networkers, Gordon Cramer and Geoff Moller. Action packed with hints, tips and techniques for successful networking, the breakfast is sponsored by Suncorp Metway and will be held at the Maroochydore Surf Club from 6:30am. more...

The Sunshine Coast Business Women's Network will be teeing off for their Annual Ladies Golf Day on Friday, June 22 at the Twin Waters Golf Club in support of the network and the Sunshine Coast Children's Therapy Centre. The Annual Ladies Golf Day is recognised as one of the premier Ladies' Golf Tournaments on the Sunshine Coast , but you don't need to be a professional to get involved - beginners and even non-golfers are welcome. more...

Hayley Robinson will share her remarkable journey, from working alongside Jamie Oliver in London to starting her own café on the Sunshine Coast , with the women attending the next Sunshine Coast Business Women's Network breakfast on Tuesday, May 8. Hayley will recall her amazing culinary story which began as an apprentice chef in Byron Bay before heading over to London to work with one of the world's most famous chefs. more...

More than 120 business women from across the Sunshine Coast will come together on Monday 2 April to launch the 2007 Sunshine Coast Business Woman of the Year Awards at the Maroochy Surf Club. Hosted by the Sunshine Coast Business Women's Network (SCBWN) , the Cocktail Party commencing at 6pm will be a mixture of an award winner's panel , tips and tricks on business success and most importantly, food, drinks and lots of laughs. more...

The Sunshine Coast Business Women's Network will join thousands of other organisations around the world to celebrate International Women's Day, by hosting a breakfast at the Hyatt Regency Coolum on March 13. The breakfast is being sponsored by long-time International Women's Day sponsor, Neuendorf Interiors and is also supported by the Queensland Government's Department of State Development. Chris Cameron, who has been nationally recognised as one of Australia 's most dynamic business women, will be the guest speaker at the event.