Behind Madge

Merrin Schnabel is a high-profile Australian influencer, speaker, presenter, and media identity who excels as a professional mindset, life, and business coach, entrepreneur, and business owner. She is the founder of the Geelong Women’s Business Club. With over 20 years of experience as an actress, model, stylist, and speaker, Merrin has worked with international brands like Lululemon, YSL, Mecca, and Mercedes Benz, as well as local favorites like Carla Zampatti, Melbourne Fashion Week, and Priceline.

 

Merrin has appeared on the iconic Australian soap "Neighbours" and the US TV series "Leftovers," along with countless TV commercials. After having her two sons, now in their early teens, Merrin ventured into professional coaching to empower her clients to achieve their life goals. She is a well-regarded motivational speaker on topics including balancing work-life and motherhood, body image, mindset, women’s health, business, and networking.

 

In 2019, Merrin launched the Geelong Women’s Business Club to inspire and empower women to start their entrepreneurial journeys. The club has grown significantly and now hosts national events with highprofile speakers.

 

Merrin is a regular media commentator featured on the Nine Network, Nine Honey, Herald Sun, Today Show Ch 9, Sunrise Ch 7, The Age, The Sydney Morning Herald, Daily Telegraph, and the Geelong Advertiser. She appears on leading women in business podcasts and is an advocate for body acceptance and parenting advice.

 

Merrin lives in Geelong with her husband of 20 years and their two sons. She actively supports local charitable organizations such as Vinnies Australia, the National Breast Cancer Foundation, World Vision, Saint Kilda Mums, and the Smith Family.

 

In addition, Merrin is the founder of MADGE, a beauty brand celebrating clean, radiant skin and effortless beauty. Inspired by her admiration for beauty instilled by her grandmother and mother, and her brother who nicknamed her “Madge,” Merrin created MADGE to enhance the natural glow of every individual. The product range includes illuminating dewy primers, hydrating tinted moisturizers, and perfect lip gloss, all infused with SPF for skincare and protection. The clear primer can be worn alone or mixed with the tinted moisturizer for a flawless blend.