Discover my personal and business strategies that gave me the freedom to do business my way.
A BRAND BUILDING COURSE FOR MOM-OWNED BRANDS
The Story of
Ubuntu Baba:
How I Built & Sold
a Brand with Heart
A BRAND BUILDING COURSE FOR MOM-OWNED BRANDS
The Story of
Ubuntu Baba:
How I Built & Sold a Brand with Heart
Discover my personal and business strategies that gave me the freedom to do business my way.
Hey! I’m Shannon, the founder of Ubuntu Baba Baby Carriers.
Over the past 10 years, I built and sold South Africa’s most loved baby carrier brand, overcoming countless challenges along the way. Now, I’m excited to share all the things I’ve learned along this journey with you.
Learn how I:
- Turned an idea into a brand that achieved over R25,000,000 in baby carrier sales
- Built a loyal community of 18k+ customers and 78k organic social media followers
- Created a thriving purpose-led brand that resonated deeply with its audience
- Stayed true to my values while navigating all the highs and lows of entrepreneurship
- Sold the business for 70% of my asking price by portraying it’s untapped potential
All whilst balancing motherhood in the process 🙂
Ubuntu Baba is tagged on social media every single day as a parenting must-have. If you have a great product, your brand could enjoy the same attention.
Featured in the magazines below, with 18,000+ happy customers worldwide.
Get a behind-the-scenes look into my journey, including the highs and lows, and lessons learned that you can apply to your own online brand.
- My Complete Brand Guide: How to create a strong, memorable and unique brand experience while maintaining integrity.
- My Exact Costing Spreadsheet: The same spreadsheet I use to model my business on. It’s taken me 10 years to get this right – easy to understand and implement for any business founder, without the need for an accounting degree.
- Selling the Dream: Get access to the exact PDF and formula I used to sell Ubuntu Baba.
- Social Media Success: Learn my unique approach to leveraging social media to grow a brand without losing focus.
- Paid Ads and Brand Ambassadors: Get insights from my personal paid ads partner on maximizing your ad spend, along with my strategies for working with brand ambassadors to expand your reach.
- Balancing Business and Motherhood: Real-life strategies for managing a business while raising children.
Your Guide to Balancing Passion, Motherhood, and Profit.
I created this course to give you the resources, insights, and confidence to take your brand from an idea to a thriving, values-driven business. As a Mom entrepreneur, I know the unique challenges of balancing business and motherhood, and I’ll show you how to navigate both with intention. Whether you’re just starting out or already established, this course validates your dream of building something meaningful. It’s about creating a business that aligns with your values, resonates with your audience, and stands the test of time – without sacrificing your well-being or authenticity.
This Course Is Perfect For:
- Mom Entrepreneurs: Get actionable insights into building a meaningful and sustainable brand that aligns with your life.
- Small Business Owners: Refine your brand strategies and learn the real-life lessons that helped me succeed, even when the odds were against me.
- Aspiring Brand Builders: Learn to create an authentic, impactful brand that resonates deeply with your audience.
- Established Brand Owners: Uncover the exact process I used to sell Ubuntu Baba, from crafting a detailed pitch document to showcasing untapped potential and negotiating with confidence to secure 70% of my asking price.
What This Course Is Not:
- A Get-Rich-Quick Scheme: This course is rooted in real-world experience and hard-earned lessons, not shortcuts or overnight success promises.
- A Hustle Culture Manual: This isn’t about working 24/7; it’s about building a sustainable brand that aligns with your life and values.
- Just for Moms: While designed with Mom entrepreneurs in mind, the strategies and lessons apply to anyone looking to create a values-driven, thriving brand.
What's Included:
Module 1: The Idea
Like many entrepreneurial stories, if someone had told me I’d end up selling baby carriers for a living, I wouldn’t have believed them. This module dives into the transformative power of turning a personal challenge into a meaningful product and brand.
Module 2: Research & Market Analysis
This module highlights the critical role of thorough research in launching a successful business. You’ll learn how to delve deep into market analysis to identify genuine gaps and opportunities, understand both local and international trends, and uncover insights that set your product apart. By exploring my journey in researching the babywearing market, you’ll discover how to ensure your idea resonates with your audience.
Module 3: Business Costing Spreadsheet
This module dives into the cornerstone of building a profitable, sustainable business: getting your costing right from the start. This is where many Mom-owned businesses slip up. You’ll learn why setting your prices based solely on competitors can be a costly mistake and how to create a pricing model that ensures profitability across your entire business. Using my simplified costing spreadsheet, you’ll discover how to track expenses, calculate profits, and ensure you’re paying yourself a sustainable salary. This practical approach equips you with the financial clarity to build a thriving brand that supports your vision and long-term goals.
Module 4: Your Brand Guide
This module explores the essential role of a Brand Guide in capturing the heart of your business. A Brand Guide is more than a collection of colours and fonts – it’s your story, values, and mission brought to life. It creates a blueprint for consistency, ensuring every interaction with your brand resonates with its core essence. Whether you’re defining your tone of voice, visual identity, or customer experience, this guide becomes your trusted reference as your business evolves. You’ll learn how to craft a Brand Guide that not only supports your team but also connects deeply with your audience, building trust and loyalty at every touchpoint.
Module 5: A Mom on a Journey
This module is all about finding a sustainable rhythm between business and motherhood. Forget the hustle culture ideals – as a Mom entrepreneur, you’ll learn how to create a flexible approach that aligns with your energy, values, and family life. Drawing from my NeuroEmotional Coaching background, I’ll share techniques to stay calm, regulated, and in your “Executive Brain,” even on the toughest days. You’ll discover tools to manage stress, set boundaries, and design a business life that truly supports you, proving that success doesn’t have to come at the cost of your well-being.
Module 6: Bad Advice for Mom Entrepreneurs
This module uncovers the five worst pieces of advice often given to Mom entrepreneurs and what to do instead. From the myth of hustle culture to the pressure of scaling too quickly, I’ll show you why these one-size-fits-all strategies don’t work when balancing family and business. We’ll explore why sustainable growth beats rapid expansion, the importance of paying yourself early, and how personalising your brand creates deeper connections. You’ll also learn why outsourcing too soon can backfire and how to set boundaries that align with your values. This module is about redefining success on your terms and building a business that supports your life – not the other way around.
Module 7: Brand Ambassadors & Collaboration Partnerships
This module explores the power of authentic partnerships to grow your brand. At Ubuntu Baba, our ambassador program thrived through genuine customer relationships and strategic collaborations. Learn how to identify aligned partners, create clear communication templates, and build meaningful connections with influencers and complementary brands to expand your reach while staying true to your values.
Module 8a: Social Media Insights
This module focuses on simplifying social media to work smarter, not harder. Learn how to choose the right platforms for your audience, plan posts efficiently, and build genuine connections without getting overwhelmed. The goal isn’t just likes or followers – it’s creating an authentic presence that strengthens your brand and fosters a loyal community.
Module 8b: Paid Advertising
Paid ads can be a powerful tool to scale your brand when done right. In this module, my paid ads partner shares his proven strategies, focusing on how to craft effective campaigns, target the right audience, and make every cent of your ad spend work harder for you.
Module 9: Selling Your Brand
When starting a business, the end goal might not initially include selling it. However, life and personal circumstances can change, sometimes leading entrepreneurs to consider an exit. In this module, I dive into the experience of selling a brand, specifically covering the challenges and insights gained from selling Ubuntu Baba. Discover how to craft a compelling pitch, identify the right buyer, and ensure your brand’s legacy aligns with your values. Selling a business isn’t just a transaction – it’s about finding someone who appreciates what you’ve built while securing your financial future.
Module 10: All Resources
All resources from all modules in one easy to find place.
* Bonus Module: Using ChatGPT *
This module reveals how ChatGPT has become an indispensable tool in my workflow, simplifying tasks like content creation, customer communications, and brainstorming strategies. Learn practical ways to use ChatGPT to craft responses, generate ideas, and streamline your business operations. With examples from Ubuntu Baba, I’ll show you how to integrate AI into your daily routines while ensuring accuracy and ethical use. It’s about working smarter, not harder, and unlocking creativity for your brand.
* Bonus Module: Intellectual Property & Trademark Protection *
This module explores the essentials of intellectual property (IP) protection, drawing lessons from Ubuntu Baba’s legal battle with Woolworths. IP is your brand’s safeguard, ensuring your unique ideas, designs, and creations remain yours. From understanding patents, trademarks, and copyrights to the value of registered designs, we’ll break down how these tools can protect your business and enhance its value.
Feedback from some of the lovely entrepreneurs I've worked with:
“Shannon’s honest and insightful approach to business-building was the inspiration I needed to take the leap into entrepreneurship. She helped me identify what truly brought me happiness and gave me the tools to build a business that aligns with my passions.”
Leilah KirstenMovement Practice SA
“Shannon’s personal yet professional guidance has been invaluable. I gained clarity on who I want to serve, developed a professional communication strategy, and learned skills I use daily in my business.”
Bronwyn GarlickDDIY Lifestyle Management
“Shannon helped me understand the deeper emotional value of starting a business and the importance of connecting with my customers. Her clarity and strategies gave me confidence, and helped me feel more driven to build a business that aligned with my purpose.”
Caylin KirstenImaginative Marketing Agency
“Shannon’s expertise exceeded all our expectations. She provided clarity, structure, and a deep understanding of what it takes to succeed in e-commerce. Without her guidance, we wouldn’t have been able to build the thriving business we did.”
Tarryn & RayE-commerce Shop Owners
“Shannon helped me create a brand that is authentically me. Every detail, from the visuals to the messaging, resonates with my vision. She has incredible resources for building a brand that truly reflects your identity.”
Jade MorganFlatout Fitness
“Shannon’s straightforward and efficient approach was a breath of fresh air. Her passion for her craft and her ability to deliver actionable advice make her guidance invaluable for anyone serious about building a successful brand.”
Chata RomanoInternational Image Consultancy
Ready to learn from my journey and take your business to the next level?
Get access to my most valuable lessons, resources, and strategies, designed to empower you to build a brand that resonates with your audience and stands the test of time.
R12,500
For those who may need flexibility with full pricing, I’m open to discussing payment options. Please email me to chat.