Vanessa Puklowski is the dynamic owner of Motueka Fitness Co., where she combines her passion for wellness with entrepreneurial flair. With over 8 years of experience in the fitness industry, Vanessa has transformed her boutique gym into a community hub for health enthusiasts. She's dedicated to empowering clients through group fitness, personalized training programs and online workshops. Vanessa also has a diploma in business, specialising in marketing and is an accomplished copywriter and social media/brand developer. She has worked in the radio industry as a voiceover artist and DJ and also works as a real estate sales consultant part time. Outside of work, Vanessa enjoys hiking and exploring the scenic landscapes of New Zealand.More...
Chelsy Kurek
CEO/Owner@Hapa Barkada
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Chelsy “Kiaha” Kurek is a Hawaiian chef, entrepreneur, and digital content creator based in Portland, Oregon. After transitioning from a career in administration and estate management, she founded the Hawaiian food cart Hapa Howie's, offering traditional dishes like mochiko chicken and Hawaiian mac salad. In 2023, Kurek founded Hapa Barkada, a culinary collaboration with Below by Botanist. Beyond her culinary ventures, Kurek is active on social media platforms like Instagram and TikTok, where she shares her experiences as a chef and entrepreneur. mMore...