Speakers
Session
In this fireside chat, mother–daughter duo Mabel and Alex share their personal perspectives on how entrepreneurial values are formed and evolve across generations. Their conversation will touch on lessons learned from family influence, the courage to adapt and innovate, and the importance of forging an entrepreneurial mindset both inside and outside of a family business.
Key themes include:
How family experiences can inspire ambition and shape values.
The role of resilience, creativity, and adaptability in building new ventures.
Balancing tradition and legacy with fresh perspectives and innovation.
Applying entrepreneurial thinking beyond business — to leadership, community, and personal growth.
Mabel is the owner of MANAA Group, which consist of Manaa Living, a luxury short-term service accommodations strategically located across the prestigious suburbs of Perth, Western Australia; and also Manaa Properties, where property management accompanies personalized exploration of real estates to homes.
Backed by 34 years of retail sales & business experience, Mabel has been working and living in the riverside locales of Applecross after moving from Singapore for 18 years. Mabel has earned a reputation for helping new Australians find a home they love, close to the facilities they need.
With a passion and proven talent for matching the right property to the right buyer, Mabel loves meeting people and helping them transition from selling to purchasing their new residence. Placing the required emphasis on customer service is second nature to Mabel. Living by her policy that the customer always comes first, she strives to exceed their expectations and deliver them an exceptional result.