From Banking to Blooming: Anne Byrne’s Garden Design Success Story
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
Anne’s success highlights the EMPOWER programme’s core values:
- Practical business skills for real-world application
- Personal growth coaching to build confidence
- Networking opportunities with like-minded entrepreneurs
- Ongoing support for sustainable business development
The EMPOWER
Difference
Starting a business from scratch is lonely,” Anne reflects. “The EMPOWER programme showed me I wasn’t alone.” This community-focused approach sets EMPOWER apart, creating lasting connections between participants.
Today, Anne believes beautiful, affordable gardens should be accessible to everyone – a philosophy that drives her growing business success.
