About Us — Forest Lake Thrive
Helping Forest Lake Locals Find Great Businesses.
Helping Local Businesses Be Seen.
Forest Lake is more than where I live. It is where my boys grew up, went to Grand Avenue State School and where our family found a community we love. Since moving here in 2022, I have grown passionate about one thing. Helping our area become stronger by supporting the small businesses that keep our neighbourhood vibrant.
Forest Lake Thrive was created with a simple purpose.
To make it easy for locals to find trusted businesses and to give small business owners the visibility they deserve.
Because when local businesses grow, the whole community grows with them.
Why Forest Lake Thrive Exists
Running a small business today is challenging. Owners are often excellent at what they do, but not everyone has the time, tools or support to get noticed online. At the same time, many locals genuinely want to support local services but do not always know where to find them.
Forest Lake Thrive bridges that gap.
It gives locals a simple and reliable place to discover trustworthy services.
It gives business owners visibility, support and guidance.
It strengthens connections across the community.
And because Forest Lake is closely linked with surrounding suburbs, Forest Lake Thrive will include businesses from nearby areas as well. This makes it a central hub for Forest Lake residents and neighbouring communities to find great quality local services quickly and confidently.
Why My Story Matters to You
I am Ananda Kumar, and this directory is personal to me.
I have lived in Australia for over 24 years and in several countries before that, giving me a broad understanding of how strong communities are built. With over 30 years in business development, marketing and helping small businesses simplify their operations, I understand what it takes to be visible and trusted.
Settling in Forest Lake inspired me to use that experience locally.
When you raise your children here (Grand Avenue State School), meet the business owners who work hard every day and see the value they bring to the community, you naturally want to help them succeed.
So what does that mean for you?
It means Forest Lake Thrive is built by someone who understands what locals want and what small businesses need to thrive.
Someone who cares about trust and connection.
Someone who wants our community to benefit from a stronger local economy and easier access to quality services.
Why Supporting Local Matters
Choosing local businesses creates real impact:
More money stays in Forest Lake
Local jobs are supported
Local families benefit
Community initiatives grow stronger
Surrounding suburbs thrive alongside us
Every small choice helps shape a better community.
Forest Lake Thrive simply makes that choice easier.
How Forest Lake Thrive Supports Local Businesses
If you are a small business owner, this directory is built to help you:
Get more visibility in the local area
Build trust with potential customers
Be discovered by people in Forest Lake and nearby suburbs
Stand out without complicated marketing
Access simple guidance that supports your business growth
You focus on running your business.
Forest Lake Thrive helps people find you.
Meet Our Team Behind Forest Lake Thrive
Ananda
Founder
Hari
Marketing Manager
Haran