A new North Central Review series will celebrate and recognise people who significantly contribute to our region. Today’s feature includes two business owners – one who is celebrating 10 years in real estate, and the other a young woman who has just started her own business. To nominate a worthy contributor to our region, email news@ncreview.com.au.
By Pam Kiriakidis
TIANNA Jasch is now her own boss at the age of just 22 years old.
After initially being unsure of a career path when she finished school, Ms Jasch worked casually at dog kennels.
But when the COVID-19 pandemic hit in 2020, work dried up and Ms Jasch was at a loss.
“I didn’t have any job in sight. I wasn’t eligible for any of the Centrelink benefits because I was in that window of being too independent to count for anything, but not independent enough to get anything,” she said.
“It was really difficult. It didn’t help with my mental health either.
“At the same time, we were also going through genetic testing to find out [if I have a health condition] … called Huntington’s disease.”
With a strong love for dogs, Ms Jasch started an online business selling pet supplies to make ends meet during COVID lockdowns.
And soon after restrictions lifted, Ms Jasch decided to start a mobile dog grooming business a few days each week.
Her mobile venture soon grew so much that she decided to open a dog grooming clinic in Kilmore in September 2022.
In the following 12 months, the busines grew to employ four staff members, caring for between 60 and 90 dogs each week.
Ms Jasch said she had always been motivated when it came to work, but owning a business was not at the top of her list.
“Alongside all the mental health, I just did not think that in four years [I could do a] complete 180. Credit to my partner – he’s a big support there,” she said.
“I’m lucky that I’ve had something I’m passionate about. I had some form of direction in [that I’ve] always loved dogs and animals.
“If had I not had that, I don’t know what direction I would have gone in.”
Ms Jasch said her independence was a quality that made her aware of her capability to start a business. She has also been involved in the World’s Greatest Shave, raising more than $5000.
Ms Jasch said it was important for women to choose roles for themselves, inspired by their passions and capabilities.
“I think I’ve always been an independent person. That’s been something that I’ve always thought … ‘hey, I actually have the chance to be independent’,” she said.
Tianna is an inspiring your lady who is always one of the first to help out people in need in her community. She runs a wonderful business and it’s always a pleasure to take our dog to her for grooming. Her staff are friendly and her business is well run – the dogs are treated so well there. Good on you Tianna – keep up the good work!