Parking fines? Pocket change! Rich Lister MCoBeauty boss Shelley Sullivan leaves her BMW in a no-stopping zone to shop at high-end jeweller Van Cleef & Arpels

On Sunday, it was evident that a parking ticket posed little hassle for Shelley Sullivan, one of Australia’s wealthy beauty industry leaders, as her immense wealth seemed to overshadow the issue.

The founder of ModelCo, aged 51, was observed exiting a high-end BMW SUV parked in a designated no-parking area on Market Street, downtown Sydney, prior to entering the prestigious Van Cleef & Arpels store.

Clad in form-fitting black leggings and a zip-up jacket that fell just short, Shelley looked undisturbed as she chatted on her phone, walking back towards her vehicle.

Shelley added a touch of sophistication to her relaxed outfit by donning golden hoop earrings and keeping her makeup light, while her stylishly disheveled platinum-blond bob was neatly combed back.

Regardless of parking right beneath a clearly marked ‘No Parking’ sign in bold red and white, Sullivan exited her car and ventured into the upscale jeweler, renowned for its items priced at five and six figures.

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The sleek black BMW SUV stayed parked within the area marked by red paint, very near the shop’s entrance, as vehicles and people passed by, observing it.

In the state of New South Wales, if you park in a no-parking area and are observed by a police officer, you’ll be fined $304 and lose two demerit points from your driver’s license.

The observation occurred only a few weeks following when the entrepreneur discussed, earlier this year, the implications of selling her company.

In an interview with Stellar Magazine recently, Shelley shared that although their business was appraised at a billion dollars, the true significance of this figure to her and her colleagues deviated significantly from what the general public might infer.

‘I wish,’ she told the outlet when asked whether she personally pocketed that amount.

As a devoted follower, I must clarify that while our business might be projected to reach a valuation of $1 billion, it doesn’t automatically mean that those leaving the company will receive such an amount. The valuation is more about the overall worth of the business, not a direct compensation for individual departures.

Shelley made it clear that the high evaluation of MCoBeauty wasn’t due to personal gains for her, but instead, it stemmed from its impressive track record and future earnings potential.

I underscored the points that the swift expansion of the brand, its projected earnings path, and broader market tendencies collectively played a significant role in reaching the billion-dollar valuation, rather than just being attributed to the selling price.

Despite stepping back from day-to-day operations, the beauty boss hasn’t completely walked away.

She consistently cheers on the team, taking great pleasure from the side as the brand flourishes under fresh guidance.

“She expressed her ongoing admiration for the brand,” she said. “Growing a company at such an accelerated pace was both thrilling and invigorating, yet sometimes overwhelming.

Shelley admitted that she’s now enjoying a well-earned break after years of hustle.

Climbing to the summit wasn’t effortless; it required numerous concessions such as countless hours, unyielding stress, and the burden of anticipation, all elements that made the struggle real.

With the aim of ruling the cosmetics industry through stylish, budget-friendly items, Shelley and her dedicated crew put in countless hours to transform MCoBeauty into the dynamic force it stands as today.

As an ardent follower, I can’t help but marvel at how this brand has skyrocketed to prominence! Now, it’s a force to be reckoned with on store shelves across the supermarket scene and in the cut-throat beauty industry. It stands toe-to-toe with top-tier brands, offering similar quality at prices that are practically pocket-friendly.

She attributes the brand’s achievement to a keen emphasis on innovation and meeting consumer needs, coupled with smart collaborations and daring advertising strategies.

Despite its significant valuation and market dominance, Shelley continues to stay humble and dedicates a considerable amount of time to family affairs and finding moments for relaxation, rather than being swayed by the glitz and glamour often associated with large financial success stories.

Pondering over her entrepreneurial path, she realized: ‘Our goal was to establish an Australian beauty brand that would experience rapid growth.’

It’s unlikely that any of us, including the family and the team, could have imagined in our most vivid imaginations that we’d produce something as remarkable as this.

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2025-06-30 06:50