The Rising Star Award exists to recognise those early moments in business that often go unseen. The courage to begin, the decision to keep showing up, and the quiet work that happens long before confidence or recognition arrives.

That’s why BabyBeats is such a powerful sponsor for this award.

Founded by Rose Gibson, BabyBeats is a nationwide franchise designed to help women build meaningful businesses that fit around family life. Rose is also the author of the Amazon bestselling book I’m Fine: The Truth About Becoming a Mum (That No One Warns You About) and a passionate advocate for a new era of franchising, one that truly supports women rather than holding them back.

Her decision to sponsor the Rising Star Award is deeply personal.

Why BabyBeats Is Sponsoring the Rising Star Award

Every business Rose has built began before the headlines, before the confidence, and before the numbers looked impressive on paper. She knows first-hand what it feels like to be at the beginning, full of ideas, ambition and drive, while still finding your voice and your footing.

For Rose, a rising star isn’t someone who has everything figured out. It’s someone who shows up anyway.

Much of her own growth happened quietly, behind the scenes, without recognition, while she was learning, failing, adapting and choosing to keep going. Those early stages are where the foundations are laid, yet they’re often the least celebrated.

That’s why this award matters.

Rose believes in backing potential, not just polish. In recognising people who are brave enough to start, to take ownership of their work, and to build something aligned, even when it would be easier to stay small or stay silent.

“Every successful woman was once a rising star. Recognising potential early doesn’t just celebrate progress, it shapes the future of leadership.”

Through her work in business and community building, she has seen how powerful it can be when someone feels seen at the right moment. Support and belief at an early stage can change the trajectory of a business, and sometimes even a life.

Sponsoring the Rising Star Award is Rose’s way of paying forward the encouragement she believes every entrepreneur deserves at the start of their journey. Because every established leader was once a rising star, and when we invest in those beginnings, we shape the future of business.

The Rising Star Award celebrates individuals who are early in their business journey and already showing courage, commitment and potential.

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