My Business Stars
Otago Access Radio
Produced By: OAR FM Dunedin
Programme Website
Welcome to My Business Stars, A podcast series featuring conversations with disabled business owners telling their business stories; hosted by the Disability Business Network. IF you are disabled, own your own business and would love to mix with other people who look like you, then join us today at the Disability Business Network. You can find us at disabilitybusinessnetwork.org or contact that blind woman Julie Woods on 021 913 513 or at Julie@thatblindwoman.co.nz
All Episodes
My Business Stars - Ep 20 - Wai Thant-Cyn
Published: 15/4/2025 12:00 p.m.
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
My Business Stars - Ep 19 - Marvin Cvejn and Steph Donald from Ruffage
Published: 08/4/2025 12:00 p.m.
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
My Business Stars - Ep 18 - Kirstie Ussher from Osoi Studio and Sandra Budd from Disability Business Network
Published: 01/4/2025 12:00 p.m.
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
My Business Stars - Ep 17 - Thomas Coysh from The Blind SKiwi
Published: 25/3/2025 12:00 p.m.
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
My Business Stars - Ep 16 - Holly Davies from Holly's Original Art and Selwyn Cook from Disability Business Network
Published: 18/3/2025 12:00 p.m.
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
