
Local Heroes Podcast
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Local Heroes Podcast
#12 Carleen Leyland: Building Alexandra George Clothing and Raising Awareness for Disabilities
In this heartfelt episode, Carleen Leyland, founder of Alexandra George clothing, shares her incredible journey of balancing life as a business owner and carer for her son, George, who has Crouzon syndrome. Carleen talks about the inspiration behind her brand, the challenges of running a small business, and the powerful bond between her children, Alexandra and George. From starting AG Embroidery to launching Alexandra George, Carleen’s story is one of love, resilience, and dedication to raising awareness for families navigating life with disabilities. Tune in to hear how she’s turning her passion into a platform for change.