In this episode of The People of Brisbane Podcast, Trevor Evans sits down with Lauren Holland, local business owner of iconic Brisbane fashion store, Jolli Boutique. Together, they discuss her journey as a business owner, from purchasing her business at the age of 24 to the rollercoaster that has followed in her, now, 17 years in retail. 


Lauren also discusses her current training ahead of the local Dancing CEOs event that raises funds for domestic violence prevention and to support the life-changing work of Women's Legal Service QLD (WLSQ). 


Follow Trevor Evans on social media here. 
Learn more about Dancing CEOs here.

In this episode of The People of Brisbane Podcast, Trevor Evans sits down with Lauren Holland, local business owner of iconic Brisbane fashion store, Jolli Boutique. Together, they discuss her journey as a business owner, from purchasing her business at the age of 24 to the rollercoaster that has followed in her, now, 17 years in retail.&nbsp;
 Lauren also discusses her current training ahead of the local Dancing CEOs event that raises funds for domestic violence prevention and to support the life-changing&nbsp;work of Women's Legal Service QLD (WLSQ).&nbsp;
 Follow Trevor Evans on social media&nbsp;<a href="https://www.instagram.com/trevorevansbne/" data-saferedirecturl="https://www.google.com/url?q=https://www.instagram.com/trevorevansbne/&amp;source=gmail&amp;ust=1745902591358000&amp;usg=AOvVaw3HzbuMzCjARQwuJoxfN8XC">here</a>.&nbsp; Learn more about Dancing CEOs&nbsp;<a href="https://www.dancingceos.com.au/" data-saferedirecturl="https://www.google.com/url?q=https://www.dancingceos.com.au/&amp;source=gmail&amp;ust=1745902591358000&amp;usg=AOvVaw1pfJU8omeDv0gWs6Xa1HGm">here</a>.

The People of Brisbane Podcast is exactly that, a space to celebrate the incredible people within our local Brisbane community who have stories to share, big, small, politically-skewed, or not at all. 


This podcast is hosted by the Hon Trevor Evans to further share the powerful conversations he often has on the ground with community members he meets, knowing that often, these conversations are ones that many would resonate with. Trevor is a Liberal National Candidate for Brisbane running for re-election on May 3, 2025, and a former MP who represented the electorate of Brisbane during 2016-2022. He is an economist and a strong supporter of small business, forming the base for why he decided to enter politics to begin with. 

The People of Brisbane Podcast is exactly that, a space to celebrate the incredible people within our local Brisbane community who have stories to share, big, small, politically-skewed, or not at all.&nbsp;
 This podcast is hosted by the Hon Trevor Evans to further share the powerful conversations he often has on the ground with community members he meets,&nbsp;knowing that often, these conversations are ones that many would resonate with. Trevor is a Liberal National Candidate for Brisbane running for re-election on May 3, 2025, and a former MP who represented the electorate of Brisbane during 2016-2022. He is an economist and a strong supporter of small business, forming the base for why he decided to enter politics to begin with.&nbsp;

People of Brisbane Podcast 

The People of Brisbane Podcast is exactly that, a space to celebrate the incredible people within our local Brisbane community who have stories to share, big, small, politically-skewed, or not at all. 
This podcast is hosted by the Hon Trevor Evans to further share the powerful conversations he often has on the ground with community members he meets, knowing that often, these conversations are ones that many would resonate with. Trevor is a Liberal National Candidate for Brisbane running for re-election on May 3, 2025, and a former MP who represented the electorate of Brisbane during 2016-2022. He is an economist and a strong supporter of small business, forming the base for why he decided to enter politics to begin with. 

The People of Brisbane Podcast is exactly that, a space to celebrate the incredible people within our local Brisbane community who have stories to share, big, small, politically-skewed, or not at all.&nbsp; This podcast is hosted by the Hon Trevor Evans to further share the powerful conversations he often has on the ground with community members he meets,&nbsp;knowing that often, these conversations are ones that many would resonate with. Trevor is a Liberal National Candidate for Brisbane running for re-election on May 3, 2025, and a former MP who represented the electorate of Brisbane during 2016-2022. He is an economist and a strong supporter of small business, forming the base for why he decided to enter politics to begin with.&nbsp;

Lauren Holland: Buying a business at 24 and riding the waves of retail 

In this powerful episode of The People of Brisbane, Trevor Evans meets with Sal Powell – a Brisbane Mum who just became the first Australian to complete the 5 Desert Grand Slam Plus. In an incredible achievement, Sal has completed 5 ultramarathons across 5 deserts, covering more than 1,000kms in just one year. Trevor asked her about the challenges she encountered and overcame, what it's like running across the world's toughest terrain, and the journey that got her here. 


Sal has been Racing The Planet for the Nerve Connection Foundation. Find more about Sal's story and how to donate here. 


Follow Trevor Evans on social media here.

Follow Sal Powell on social media here.'

In this powerful episode of The People of Brisbane, Trevor Evans meets with Sal Powell &ndash; a Brisbane Mum who just became the first Australian to complete the 5 Desert Grand Slam Plus. In an incredible achievement, Sal has completed 5 ultramarathons&nbsp;across 5 deserts, covering more than 1,000kms in just one year. Trevor asked her about the challenges she encountered and overcame, what it's like running across the world's toughest terrain, and the journey that got her here.&nbsp;
 Sal has been Racing The Planet for the Nerve Connection Foundation.&nbsp;Find more about Sal's story and how to donate <a href="https://nerveconnection.org.au/sal-powell-donation/" data-saferedirecturl="https://www.google.com/url?q=https://nerveconnection.org.au/sal-powell-donation/&amp;source=gmail&amp;ust=1746849574819000&amp;usg=AOvVaw2A-Z5qYZ1j4jqw6ilVC3xU">here</a>.&nbsp;
 Follow Trevor Evans on social media&nbsp;<a href="https://www.instagram.com/trevorevansbne/" data-saferedirecturl="https://www.google.com/url?q=https://www.instagram.com/trevorevansbne/&amp;source=gmail&amp;ust=1746849574819000&amp;usg=AOvVaw0A3A9kuuoHj_m3_l5V9Nil">here</a>.
Follow Sal Powell on social media <a href="https://www.instagram.com/runsalrun_/" data-saferedirecturl="https://www.google.com/url?q=https://www.instagram.com/runsalrun_/&amp;source=gmail&amp;ust=1746849574819000&amp;usg=AOvVaw2fFAfqiMOU8FbVpQBcwrAX">here</a>.'

Sal Powell: Crowned first Australian to complete 5 desert ultra-marathons

In one of our final episodes, while on the 2025 campaign trail, Trevor sat down with Will McInerary, a 23-year-old UQ student currently finishing his Honours in Advanced Physics. Will has recently been invited to study at Cambridge, contingent on getting his honours. Trevor and Will discuss the importance, hard work, and dedication that's gotten him to receive this preliminary invite, and do a deep dive into questions around the election as a young voter. Will highlighted his very a-political approach to voting, unsure of the key messages coming from each party, with minimal interest to date in the policies being outlined. Together, they navigate key topics ahead of election day, from cost of living, supply chains, and nuclear energy.

Follow Trevor Evans on social media here.

In one of our final episodes, while on the 2025 campaign trail, Trevor sat down with Will McInerary, a 23-year-old UQ student currently finishing his Honours in Advanced Physics. Will has recently been invited to study at Cambridge, contingent on getting his honours. Trevor and Will discuss the importance, hard work, and dedication that's gotten him to receive this preliminary invite, and do a deep dive into questions around the election as a young voter. Will highlighted his very a-political approach to voting, unsure of the key messages coming from each party, with minimal interest to date in the policies being outlined. Together, they navigate key topics ahead of election day, from cost of living, supply chains, and nuclear energy.
Follow Trevor Evans on social media <a href="https://www.instagram.com/trevorevansbne/" data-saferedirecturl="https://www.google.com/url?q=https://www.instagram.com/trevorevansbne/&amp;source=gmail&amp;ust=1746849574819000&amp;usg=AOvVaw0A3A9kuuoHj_m3_l5V9Nil">here</a>.

William McInerary: Finalising an honour in Advanced Physics and being invited to study at Cambridge

In this episode of The People of Brisbane Podcast, Trevor Evans sits down with Yasmin Sethi. Yas details her travels for her career as an innovative professional leader across a diverse range of industries, and why she always returns home to Brisbane. Trevor and Yas further discuss the importance of a balanced approach to immigration and the wonderful story of her parents.


Follow Trevor Evans on social media here.

In this episode of The People of Brisbane Podcast, Trevor Evans sits down with Yasmin Sethi. Yas details her travels for her career as an innovative professional leader across a diverse range of industries, and why she always returns home to Brisbane. Trevor and Yas further discuss the importance of a balanced approach to immigration and the wonderful story of her parents.
 Follow Trevor Evans on social media&nbsp;<a href="https://www.instagram.com/trevorevansbne/" data-saferedirecturl="https://www.google.com/url?q=https://www.instagram.com/trevorevansbne/&amp;source=gmail&amp;ust=1746849574819000&amp;usg=AOvVaw0A3A9kuuoHj_m3_l5V9Nil">here</a>.

Lauren Holland: Buying a business at 24 and riding the waves of retail

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