Blooming Beyond Tradition: Aveline O’Sullivan’s Floral Revolution

Discover how the EMPOWER programme transformed Anne Byrne’s passion into a thriving garden design business

Anne Byrne’s journey from financial services to garden design entrepreneur is nothing short of inspiring. After years in banking, Anne discovered her true calling through the EMPOWER programme – and the results speak for themselves.

What Anne Achieved Through EMPOWER

Anne Byrne Garden Designs now creates stunning, affordable garden plans across Ireland. Her weekly gardening column reaches thousands through the Advertiser Group, and she’s become a trusted voice in gardening magazines nationwide.

The programme equipped Anne with essential business communication skills that transformed her natural gardening talent into a sustainable enterprise. From detailed garden plans to paving solutions, Anne now helps homeowners create their dream outdoor spaces.

Real EMPOWER Programme Benefits

The EMPOWER programme was instrumental in Aveline’s business transformation:

  • Advice and support during crucial development phases
  • Empowering environment that encouraged innovation
  • Problem-solving mindset development
  • Business networking and lasting friendships
  • “Can-do” attitude that drives continuous growth

     

The EMPOWER

Difference

 

“The advice and support I received from Empower     is priceless,” Aveline shares. Her 10 years of retail     florist experience combined with EMPOWER’s guidance helped her identify market gaps and develop  solutions that make floral arrangements more affordable and accessible.

 

Aveline’s success demonstrates how traditional expertise paired with innovative thinking can create breakthrough business models that serve customers better while building sustainable enterprises.