Against strong competition, Margaret Hirsch has been confirmed as a finalist in the 15th annual National Business Awards, in the category Top Performing Business Leader of the Year.

She will compete for the winner’s trophy on 16 November, at Emperors Palace, against Elize Joubert - Cancer Association of South Africa, Jacques Grobbelaar – Stadium Management Agency, Linda Botha – Skills Train Distribution, Suzanne Ravenall – The Effectiveness Company and Tshepo Kgobe – Gautrain Management Agency.

Commenting on the achievement (if she wins the award, it will be her 22nd Major Business award over the last 5 years) Margaret said, “I am extremely proud to hear the news, because this is an industry-respected external confirmation of the professionalism, dedication and teamwork of our people. Top Media and Communication, who runs these awards, has a rigorous research and criteria methodology, refined over the last two decades, to identity and accredit top business performance. This qualification signals to my staff, customers and our suppliers that we are indeed on the right track for even bigger things in 2018.”

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Margaret Hirsch surprised a young entrepreneur recently by donating a Whirlpool iXelium 60cm electric oven. Joshua Rushton is a wonderful 18year old who started his Biscotti business with his mother Sharon in their kitchen a month ago and it has taken off. So much so that they needed a new oven. 

Joshua’s parents John and Sharon had to come up with a plan to help their son who has down syndrome to get an income now that his school career is over. So they decided to help Joshua by teaching him how to make Biscotti and “Joshi Biscotti” was born out of the kitchen of the Rushton family home. Joshua has always wanted to be a chef like his brother, but wanted to learn how to bake and now he is the baker in the family. They make the biscotti in the family kitchen till late at night and that is when Sharon decided they needed a new oven for their cottage so that Joshua can keep up with the demand. Sharon decided to contact Margaret Hirsch to find out about getting a new stove. Sharon said “I contacted Margaret Hirsch and explained what we needed and she contacted me to tell me that our new stove will be here shortly. Thank you Margaret for helping a young entrepreneur like Joshua”

John said “Our aim is to not only help Joshua but also give employment to someone else with down syndrome. There isn’t a lot of work for youngsters like Joshua and it has been wonderful how the people have supported us and Joshua” Joshi Biscotti has delicious flavours. Almond; Cherry Almond; Choc Almond; Choc Orange; Black Forest; Lavender Bloom; Cranberry and White Chocolate. Joshua loves dogs and decided he wanted to make some for their 3 Rottweilers as well. So for the fur babies there is Doggi Biscotti. Bacon flavoured and they love it. 

Hirsch’s wished Joshua and his family lots of happy baking with their new stove. Please email This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. if you would like to order some Joshi Biscotti.

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Margaret Hirsch recently visited the learners of Dalpark Secondary school to tell them about her life and how  important hard work is to get to where you want to be in life. Her talk came  at a very important time as it is when learners are busy with their mid year exams.

She told the learners that if they want something in life, they have to go out and get it and take what they learn in school to improve their lives.Margaret then announced the essay competition for the learners. They have 2 months to submit an essay to Mrs Kanagan the social teacher. The winner will receive R5000. Second runner up will win R3000 and the third runner up will win R1000.

Cpt Lusha Govender and Sgt Faith Ntuli of the Brakpan SAPS were also on hand to tell the children about studying hard and to stay away from certain areas in the vicinity around their school for their own safety. 

Margaret then took the grade 8 girls aside to speak to them about abstinence and the importance of staying in school. She explained that women everyday are paving the way for better opportunities for them and their future,

She spoke to them about how important it is not to miss a day of school and that studies are the foundation for a better future for them and their families. Mrs Hirsch is known to educate females about the importance of their sanitary needs and that it should not hold them back from going to school every day. She handed out  a supply of  reusable “Girls With Dignity” sanitary towels to the girls – which should last them until the end of their schooling careers.

Margaret will visit the school in August again to hand over the prizes for the essay competition and to follow up on the grade 8’s girls. 

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Margaret Hirsch, COE of the Hirsch group,  recently visited Brakpan Herald to congratulate them on winning the top award in the Caxton Excellence Awards. 

Hirsch’s have been one of the biggest advertisers in Caxton newspapers for many years.Brakpan Herald walked away with the top prize in the Best Free Newspaper category. Thelma Koorts, the editor for Brakpan Newspaper, was honoured to receive the award. Brakpan Herald  was one of 3 finalists that were chosen. The other publications included Randburg Sun and the Steelburger. 

The awards are held annually to celebrate the editors, photographers and staff from the Caxton community newspapers.Thousands of entries are received from around the country every year. For a full list of the other winners in their categories.

Please visit. http://brakpanherald.co.za/150740/herald-wins-big-caxton-excellence-awards/ 

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 Margaret Hirsch was recently invited for an afternoon of pampering by Carina Hubbard the owner of the Beauty on Square. 

Carina Hubbard has been in the health and skincare industry for 19 years, with a five star working background including working on  American cruise liners. She has owned Beauty on the Square for 4 years, and over the past four years she has built up her employee complement, employing  qualified and professional staff. 

The salon had a complete rebrand in March 2016 and has moved into new premises.

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