Strategic Advisor | Government Relations Expert | Stakeholder Whisperer | Fierce Small Business Advocate
“I drive change, build unshakable trust, and ignite powerful relationships.
From cutting through red tape to aligning goals with bold strategies,
I deliver results that matter!”
For over three decades, Angela Vithoulkas has been a powerhouse in the worlds of public, business, and corporate life. As a seasoned entrepreneur, Angela has bought, sold, and built dozens of businesses, creating jobs and leaving her mark on the Australian business landscape. She’s also the proud founder of SME TV, where she amplified the voices of small-business owners, advocating for their success at every turn.
Angela’s expertise covers everything from turning start-ups into household names to leading both large and small teams with diverse skill sets. She has a knack for building collaborative, positive work environments that empower people to perform at their best. Angela is a master of identifying business strengths, weaknesses, and untapped opportunities, strategically guiding growth and risk management. Her sharp analytical thinking, communication skills, and ability to build strong stakeholder relationships have been key to her success, helping businesses thrive and meet their customers’ and stakeholders evolving needs.
As a fierce advocate for small businesses, Angela has championed customer-driven growth by teaching business owners how to deliver exceptional customer experiences. She believes that customer experience is a journey that never ends. With her guidance, business owners are equipped to meet today’s demands while anticipating tomorrow’s trends, always offering value at every touchpoint.
Advocacy isn’t just about speaking up—it’s about delivering real, tangible results for communities. Angela collaborated to secure rent relief for businesses and families in Sydney’s CBD, ensuring they could continue operating during tough times. From cafes and retail shops to hairdressers and restaurants, these businesses remained open, providing essential services to their communities and sustaining their neighbourhoods.
Angela also tackled more complex challenges, such as resolving issues impacting families involved in the WAVE 5 Construction Project, ensuring they received the support and recognition needed to move forward. In the CBD Hunter Arcade, Angela advocated for businesses navigating disruptions caused by major infrastructure projects, helping them stay afloat and thrive. Angela’s ability to mediate and deliver practical solutions reflects her unwavering commitment to small business owners and resilient communities.
Angela’s leadership hasn’t gone unnoticed. She’s earned a collection of prestigious business awards, including City of Sydney Business of the Year, NSW Café of the Year, and 2007 Telstra Women’s Business Owner of the Year. Recognised as one of Australia’s top 50 Influential Women Entrepreneurs in 2015 and one of the Top Nine Influential Female Entrepreneurs in 2017, Angela continues to inspire with her passion and unwavering dedication to small business success.
During the challenges of the global pandemic, Angela launched SME TV & Podcasts Channel, a collaboration with the SME Association of Australia. Featuring SME owners and industry innovators, SME TV became an overnight success, drawing thousands of weekly engagements and establishing Angela as a go-to source for insights on entrepreneurship.
Watch episodes: SME TV & Podcasts
Having witnessed firsthand the struggles small-business owners face, Angela transitioned into public life to be their voice. As a twice-elected Independent City of Sydney Councillor, she fought for small businesses at the local and state political levels, advocating for policies that made a difference where it matters most.
Passionate, bold, and driven by a deep commitment to small-business success, Angela’s mission is clear: cut through the noise, create meaningful connections, and deliver real change for entrepreneurs everywhere.
