29/07/2026
Yesterday we attended the Standard Bank Top Women Empower Her Regional Event at the Radisson Hotel in Umhlanga, and what an inspiring day it was.
One of the biggest reminders from the day was this: networking is the source of business development. Every meaningful business relationship starts with a conversation. The opportunity to connect with fellow women entrepreneurs, share our services, collaborate, and genuinely support one another was one of the greatest highlights of the event. When women intentionally build relationships, they don’t just grow their networks…they grow their businesses.
Another standout moment was watching incredible women entrepreneurs pitch their businesses for the opportunity to win R50,000 in funding. After a successful first event in Cape Town, this was the KZN regional edition, with Johannesburg still to come before the grand finale later this year, where one entrepreneur will walk away with R100,000.
It is encouraging to see corporates brands and organizations like Standard Bank investing in women-owned businesses in such tangible ways. Funding, mentorship, visibility, and opportunities like these do more than reward great ideas…they accelerate business growth and strengthen the economic impact of women entrepreneurs across South Africa.
This aligns so closely with what we believe at Bloom Marketing and Bloom Infinite “nurturing brand-led business growth”.
It is also at the heart of what we do through , where we equip, empower and celebrate women through coaching, masterclasses, networking events, and leadership development.
As we look ahead to the at the end of October, we are excited to once again celebrate women who are showing up with purpose, building impactful businesses, and creating lasting change.
Here’s to building meaningful connections, embracing opportunities and continuing to bloom.
Keep Blooming🌱
