WIN WIN//

Gretha Oost
The O initiative
Published in
1 min readSep 15, 2021

Collaborating with like minded businesses is a win win.

At The O initiative we dream big and like to align ourselves with people and companies with strong values and those open to the power of new ideas.

Haymes Paint is one of those businesses. They are family owned and operated, calling regional Ballarat home. They champion independent stores and have been rated the number one paint brand for ‘most satisfied customers’ by Canstar Blue, four years in a row!

When we knocked on their door to discuss a partnership providing paint for our O fountain artists they were keen to support our Australian social enterprise and I am grateful for their support.

They have a strong commitment to sustainability and the environment which aligns perfectly with the O initiative.

Three fountains have now been created within Central Equity Limited Newgate community using Haymes paints, with a fourth on the way.

✨ This spirit where bigger companies help smaller companies is everything.

➡️ It’s paying it forward in a way, supporting and lifting new ideas up. I love that. Thanks once again Haymes Paint 🙏, our common values are a match worth celebrating.

#publicspace #publicart #winwin #collaboration #partnership #synergy #sustainability

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Gretha Oost
The O initiative

I’m a product designer, innovator, and environmental advocate dedicated to creating sustainable art projects that are both functional and beautiful.