People Inspired By Purpose - Purposely Podcast #266 ‘Building Businesses, Backing Young Women’ Annette Presley Founder of Dream Foundation
Welcoming Annette Presley to Purposely Podcast, we hear how a career defined by entrepreneurship has evolved into a focus on philanthropy, with a commitment to creating opportunities for young women and communities.
In this conversation, Annette shares:
Her early experiences in business, when female role models were rare and breaking through as a woman was a significant challenge.
The influence of her grandmother, whose belief in her became a driving force, and why support and encouragement are essential for young women to thrive.
Her views on education reform, including the need to equip young people with practical skills such as financial literacy, resilience, and public speaking.
Why she launched the Dream Foundation and how she applies her entrepreneurial mindset to set measurable goals, build strong partnerships, and ensure accountability.
Annette’s story is one of hustle, determination, disruption, and a belief that lasting change requires more than good intentions. Through her foundation, she is working to open doors for others and create practical, measurable impact in communities across New Zealand.