Leroy Mac mum up for awards

LEROY Mac Designs’ Rebecca McErvale is back in the AusMumpreneur spotlight, nominated in four categories of the annual women’s business awards process.

Mrs McErvale produces machine-knitted, machine-washable blankets and garments with pure merino wool from the sheep on her own Lexton property, where she’s based with her husband and two daughters.

The McErvales are fourth-generation merino wool growers.

“I’m stoked to have made it to the finals. I’m nominated for the regional business and product design awards, which are judged by a panel, and the customer service and product awards, which are people’s choice,” she said.

“We’re the only company in Australia, that we know of, with full traceability of our product. We can tell you which paddock the wool has come from.

“Our product is unique, and I’m passionate about telling that story.”

“Loyal” return customers make up 80 per cent of Leroy Mac Designs’ sales and Mrs McErvale said the AusMumpreneur Awards give her the opportunity to showcase the brand with potential new supporters.

“Business has been horrendous with COVID. We haven’t been able to attend any of our markets, so this is another platform I can utilise to get our name out there and stay in people’s minds.

“The awards process is nerve-wracking but very enjoyable, because you get to network with other likeminded mums in business,” she said.

“I love that I am able to inspire my two young daughters. Although I am a stay-at-home mum, I have been able to contribute to the family income, grow a successful business, nurture my children and run a household.

“Don’t let anyone tell you something is impossible. Visualise your highest self, then be her.”

The AusMumpreneur Awards are an initiative of The Women’s Business School, celebrating enterprising mothers across the country. Judging commences this Friday, 20 August by a panel of four.