EP. 41: From Tarp to Triumph: Portwine Joinery’s Journey of Growth, Resilience, and Family Balance

Get ready to be blown away in this episode by the very humble, but very successful Cindy & Ash Portwine from Portwine Joinery!These guys built their business from nothing, Ash started in his backyard under a tarp 20 years ago then when Cindy came along they worked hard to grow, build an impeccable reputation, and have gone from strength to strength.This episode is a true showcase of what never giving up looks like. They have literally considered closing the doors on multiple occasions, but their sheer resilience and determination has always reigned supreme in the end. From surviving the floods in 2022, to difficulties with cashflow, raising a young family and advocating for a different way of life - these guys have been through it all.They really teach us why it is so important to never give up.Now - they are diversifying and have bought a second business - Augustus Gelateria which they are in the midst of completing the build for and opening in Echuca, Victoria, as we launch this podcast.We could not be more proud of them and how they honour their own needs, and just keep digging in no matter what life throws at them.Find them here: Portwine Joinery | Functional Kitchen Designs surrounding Echuca | Bamawm VIC, AustraliaTimestamps:00:00 - Port Wine Joinery's Business Journey04:55 - Embracing Technology and Valuing Expertise12:37 - Cindy's Mindset Shift and Expansion16:42 - Personal Growth Amidst Challenges24:48 - Cindy's Flood Experience and Resilience36:53 - Family Memories and Gelato Ventures42:29 - Balancing Work and Personal Life47:18 - Creating Memories and Pursuing PassionsLinks & Resources:Ready to realign your business with your life? Book a Free Call.Follow us on Instagram and Facebook THE MONEY JUNKET: A TRADIE COUPLES RETREAT21st to 23rd AUGUST 2026 - BRISBANE QLDGet on the Same Page. Fix the Numbers. Feel Like a Couple Again.Join us at southbankClick here to register.Limited spots, because we keep these events intimate and interactive. 🎧 Ready to take your tradie business to the next level?🚀 Money Junket 2026 Join us for our biggest event of the year—helping tradie couples build profitable, sustainable businesses (without burning out or breaking their relationship). 👉 https://ghl.ladieswithtradies.com/the-money-junket-bne-2026💡 The Empowered Tradie Business Program (FREE) Get clarity, structure, and direction in your business—without the overwhelm. 👉 https://ghl.ladieswithtradies.com/empowered-tradie-program📞 Book a ‘What To Fix First’ Call Not sure what’s holding your business back? Let’s figure it out together. 👉 https://links.ladieswithtradies.com/widget/bookings/30min_chatdirect