November's Student of the Month Paige Gardiner

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Jac

This month we meet Australian Academy of Wedding & Event Planning student Page Gardiner. Paige is studying our Certificate in Event Planning course and she just launched her business, Olive You Occasions.

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Paige exhibting at Al Ru Farm Bridal Fair

In our interview with Paige, she shares with us the story of her business and how she juggles study, with a fulltime job and her commitment to Olive You Occasions.  For any of you wondering how you can make the move from employment, to business owner, Paige is an inspiration.  She is also an example of someone who has a plan. Whilst Paige is enrolled in our Certificate course at the moment, her long-term plan is to complete our Advanced Diploma so she can continue to develop her skills and grow her business.
To read our full interview and be inspired by Paige, visit the Australian website here and if you know anyone in the Adelaide area, who is looking for a creative wedding professional, encourage them to contact Paige.
To find out more about how we can help you write your own story of success, contact me here if you are in Australia, or click on the campus links from the blog home page to speak with our Course Specialists from around the world.
 

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Leading Wedding & Entertaining Expert, David Tutera is hailed as an artistic visionary whose ability, uniquely creative talents and outstanding reputation have made him a tremendous success in the lifestyle arena. Tutera has created a name for himself by taking his passion for designing spectacular events and transforming it into a lifestyle.

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