You’re wrapping up another week—laptop still open, coffee gone cold, to-do list half-checked. Then your phone buzzes. For a moment, the room goes quiet. Not from disbelief, but from reflection—on the late nights, the honest conversations, the slow and steady wins. It’s a reminder that doing business with heart, purpose, and strategy works.
At The Growth Manager, every milestone celebrates the small businesses and entrepreneurs we serve. From late-night strategy sessions to heartfelt client wins, our journey has always been about impact over accolades. But today, we’re thrilled to share something a little different—something that honours the heart, hustle, and vision that fuel our mission every single day.
We are beyond excited to announce that The Growth Manager has officially been named Business Development Mentoring Company of the Year 2024 – Australia by Acquisition International’s Influential Businesswoman Awards!
This win is more than just a title—it reflects our unwavering commitment to empowering Australian business owners, our deep passion for strategic mentorship, and the power of community in business growth.
From Vision to Victory: What This Award Means to Us
When we launched The Growth Manager, it wasn’t to win awards or accolades. It was born from a desire to make business growth approachable, strategic, and—most importantly—human.
Our mission has always been to provide Australian entrepreneurs with the tools, structure, and support they need to turn their dreams into sustainable, scalable businesses. While we’ve been fortunate to grow alongside some incredible clients, this award is a particularly proud moment—it’s a sign that our work is resonating far beyond strategy sessions and digital resources.
This win is very clear: we’re making a difference.
And that’s precisely what we set out to do.
The Power of a Peer-Nominated Honour
One of the most humbling aspects of this award is how it came about.
We didn’t apply for it.
We didn’t pitch ourselves.
Our peers nominated us.
To be recognised by fellow business owners, collaborators, and community champions who see value in what we do—it’s an honour we’ll never take lightly. In the crowded world of business development, being nominated (let alone selected) by industry peers is not only a compliment, it’s a confirmation.
A confirmation that:
- Our impact is real.
- Our strategies are working.
- And most importantly—our community sees us, values us, and supports our mission.
We Never Thought We’d Win… But We Did!
Let’s be honest—being nominated was already a major “pinch me” moment for our team. Being included alongside such inspiring, purpose-led businesses was an incredible achievement.
So when the announcement came in that we had won, we were stunned—and thrilled.
As a relatively new business that has grown mainly through word of mouth, genuine connections, and grassroots momentum, this type of recognition validates the very heart of how we operate: with heart, strategy, and service at the core.
What Winning This Award Means for Our Clients and Community
This isn’t just a win for us—it’s a win for every business owner we’ve supported, every mentee we’ve helped gain clarity, and every client we’ve walked beside on their growth journey.
Here’s what this recognition helps us do:
1. Expand Our Reach
Winning this award enables us to spread our message further to more business owners across Australia who may be feeling stuck, overwhelmed, or unsure about how to take their next steps in growth. It gives us a bigger platform to share our resources, tools, and expertise.
2. Further Promote the Work We’re Doing
With more eyes on The Growth Manager, we can raise awareness about the importance of strategic mentoring in business development. We can show people that growth doesn’t have to be chaotic and that sustainable, values-led business building is possible (and profitable).
3. Communicate Our Mission on a Bigger Stage
Our mission is simple: to support business owners so they can focus on what truly matters—their vision, their passion, and the impact they want to create.
We help them manage their growth, step back from the chaos, and create businesses that thrive, giving them the freedom to live a life they love.
This award helps us amplify that mission even further.
Our Commitment: Growth That’s Personal, Purposeful, and Practical
At The Growth Manager, we take pride in being more than just another consulting or mentoring service. Our growth strategies are tailored, accessible, and grounded in real-life business realities.
We understand that:
- Not every business owner has a team of five.
- Not everyone has the time to spend on marketing or administration.
- Not everyone started their business with a clear plan, and that’s okay!
That’s where we come in.
Through our Growth Guides, Sales Mastery Tools, and one-on-one mentoring, we help small business owners cut through the noise and focus on what will deliver results.
Whether we’re mapping out a five-year plan, refining a social media strategy, or helping someone craft their first-ever pitch deck, we bring strategy, empathy, and action into every conversation.
And that’s what makes the difference.
A Thank You to Our Community
This win belongs to you—our clients, followers, fellow mentors, and our community of like-minded business owners who believe in doing business differently.
To everyone who has supported us, collaborated with us, or even just sent us a DM to say “thanks for that post”,—we see you. We appreciate you. And we couldn’t have done this without you.
This award is a celebration of everything we’ve built together.
What’s Next for The Growth Manager?
If winning this award has taught us anything, it’s this: we’re just getting started.
Here’s a glimpse at what’s ahead for us:
- New Free Resources: We’ll continue expanding our Growth Guide Library to include even more tools, templates, and checklists that make business growth simple and accessible.
- More Workshops and Events: We’ll hit the road (and the Zoom rooms!) with even more interactive workshops focused on digital marketing, strategic planning, and social media mastery.
- Mentoring That Matters: We’ll continue volunteering through the Queensland Government’s Mentoring for Growth Program, giving back to the small business community and supporting regional business excellence.
- Growing Our Team and Community: We strive to connect with passionate professionals who share our mission. If you’re someone who wants to help others grow, stay tuned—we’re building something special.
Final Words from Angie Martin, Founder of The Growth Manager
“Winning Business Development Mentoring Company of the Year was never on our bingo card. But receiving this honour is a reminder that staying authentic, community-focused, and value-driven truly pays off. This isn’t just a trophy on a shelf—it’s proof that our way of doing business works. And we’ll keep showing up, supporting entrepreneurs, and pushing for growth with heart.”
— Angie Martin
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