My Business Stars

Wai Thant-Cyn, born in Myanmar and living with spinal muscular atrophy, migrated to New Zealand at age 10. After graduating in IT, she has built a successful 20-year career in the industry. An entrepreneur with a small property portfolio, she has founded multiple businesses and is always looking for growth opportunities. This show was broadcast on OAR 105.4FM Dunedin - http://oar.org.nz

Meet, Marvin, a 19-year-old low-vision wheelchair user, and his inspirational assistant Mason, a food-loving golden retriever. Ruffage Dog Treat Co. was born from Marvin’s love for the planet and his canine accomplice. Together, (and supported by Marvin’s mother Steph Donald) they’re revolutionising dog dinners with eco-friendly, nutritious, air-dried, fruit and vegetable options. Learn more: www.ruffage.co.nz Instagram: ruffage_dog_treat_co Facebook: Home of Ruffage Dog Treat Co This show was broadcast on OAR 105.4FM Dunedin - http://oar.org.nz

Kirstie is the artist and creator of Osoi Studio, offering original art and prints that reflect her journey through overcoming ME/CFS. Inspired by the Japanese term “Osoi,” meaning “slow, not rushing” her work encourages a mindful pace of life. Learn more: www.osoistudio.com Instagram - @osoi_studio / link Instagram (@osoi_studio) Facebook - @osoistudio - link Osoi Studio This show was broadcast on OAR 105.4FM Dunedin - http://oar.org.nz

Thomas Coysh is an aspiring B1 blind skier who has a dream of representing New Zealand at the Winter Paralympics. His passion project, The Blind SKiwi, leverages the lessons gained through his journey from vision loss to becoming a blind ski racer. Thomas offers a professional speaking service that helps people reach their full potential through motivational speeches and accessibility education. Learn more: https://www.facebook.com/p/The-Blind-SKiwi-61553663835048/ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/thomas-coysh This show was broadcast on OAR 105.4FM Dunedin - http://oar.org.nz

Holly has always been creative and got the market bug from her mother at an early age. Her business, Holly’s Original Art, sells a range of products including jewellery, cards, paintings, candles, tie dye clothing, scrunchies and her ever-popular Kawakawa Balm. Holly has had a regular stall at markets in and around Te Awamutu for the last few years and dreams of her products being enjoyed all over New Zealand. Learn more: https://www.facebook.com/groups/253470584800660/ This show was broadcast on OAR 105.4FM Dunedin - http://oar.org.nz