Thrilled to be chosen for business award
A Woy Woy resident says she was thrilled to have been chosen for a national business award for her online store.
Owner of Ruby's Home Store, Ms Jane Fonti, has been recognised as a "Local Business Hero" under the Australian Post Local Business Heroes program.
She is one of 100 local businesses from around Australia, receiving $5000 in financial and marketing support through the program.
Ms Fonti said she came to Australia more than 10 years ago, with her then 12-year-old son Sam, initially working as a trained nurse.
"I've always dreamt of owning my own homeware store.
"My parents sadly passed away and left me some money.
"I saw it as a sign that now was the time to embrace my dream and make it happen.
"Life can be short, and it was my time to create the life I always wanted for myself.
"In September 2019, I bought an existing online store.
"I decided to change the name to Ruby's Home Store because it felt more like me.
"My granddaughters name is Ruby, so it felt like a good fit.
"My goal for Ruby's Home Store is to inspire your home design, offering one-off statement pieces, mixed with classic and timeless design, as an affordable way to update your look and refresh the vibe in your home."
Member for Gosford Ms Liesl Tesch said: "Local businesses are the backbone to our community and it's fantastic to see such a deserving winner here on the Peninsula."
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Media release, 8 Sep 2023
Liesl Tesch, Member for Gosford
Picture: Allen Trainer