The Women of Miramichi Entrepreneurial Network is pleased to announce The Female Entrepreneur of the Year Award for 2011. The award was presented at the 13th Annual Miramichi Chamber of Commerce Gala on Thursday, October 20th.
WOMEN is pleased to annouce our Female Entrepreneur of the Year!
Ten years ago Genesis Salon and Spa “A Place for New Beginnings” was a dream come true for Sherry. She was now able to provide all of the services loved by women under one roof. Over the past 10 years Sherry has grown from hairstyling and aesthetics to registered massage therapy and laser hair removal with a staff of 20 professionals filling the positions of 8 stylists, 8 aestheticians, 1 Registered Massage Therapist, and 3 receptionists.
Quietly and steadily Janet has grown her business focusing on her clients and meeting their needs while maintaining a high level of personal service. She treats her clients businesses like they are her own.
Janet is a supporter of Simply Accounting and has recently become a Certified Simply Accounting Consultant as well as a Sage Simply Intelligence Specialist. She offers a wide range of services for individuals, small businesses and corporations.
Janet is an active member of St. Mary’s Roman Catholic Church and an active member of Girl Guides. Through her countless hours of volunteerism and flexible work schedule for her clients she has displayed a professional approach to every area of her life. A wonderful example for every woman aspiring to be their best at whatever they do.
Janet is a current member of the Miramichi Chamber of Commerce and the Women’s Entrepreneurial Network.
Anne Marie came to the Miramichi to open a café and eatery unlike anything else the Miramichi had to offer. Bringing with her 20 years’ experience in the food service industry and 5 years management experience Anne Marie had the tools he needed to run a successful Coffee House and Eatery in the Historic Water Street District. After the first successful year she added an extra touch to the Coffee House by introducing a late night burger window. The restaurant is full of art that was provided by local artists and NBCC students. Her philosophy for Hogie’s is simple – Real Food, Real Fresh, Real Local.
Along with the hours given to the Coffee House Anne Marie hosts a community kitchen every Monday with an amazing group of committed volunteers. She has also been a part of the Miramichi Irish Festival, Terry Fox run and collecting clothing for the Miramichi Transition House. Hogie’s café has also supported the NBCC Animation students by having a coffee house evening.
Anne Marie is a current member of the Miramichi Chamber of Commerce and the Women’s Entrepreneurial Network.