Founder of Sugar Slice and Co

I’m a trade-qualified chef and baker. Running my own franchise taught me more than baking, it showed me how to train, guide, and grow people into confident team members and leaders

Over 25 years, I’ve trained hundreds of staff and learned what it takes to build a business that works without burning yourself out.

Baking is my love language. I use it to bring joy to others, show appreciation, and celebrate achievements. I’m also passionate about animals and animal welfare, and I support other small businesses whenever I can. My life and work are about nurturing growth, care, and connection, both in business and beyond.

ALISON VAN DER MERWE

| “Because when people grow, your business grows too.”

CHALLENGES I'VE SEEN IN BUSINESS

Struggling to keep good staff?

Tired of cash flow stress?

Feeling like your business runs you instead of the other way around?

These are challenges I’ve faced firsthand, and they’ve shaped how

I approach business and mentoring others.

WHAT I STAND FOR (VALUES & PASSION)

BAKING FOR JOY

Celebrating people and milestones through baking.

ANIMAL LOVER & ADVOCATE

Living and working with compassion, mindful of animal welfare.

SUPPORTING SMALL BUSINESSES

Actively promoting and collaborating with other local businesses.

PASSION IN ACTION

Bringing heart, care, and skill into everything I do.

Celebrating growth, people, and small businesses every day.

Follow my journey, join my community, and share in my love of baking, business, and compassion.