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October 2020
ACT Chief Minister’s Export Awards | Grit: What resilient businesses do differently
Businesses that survive a crisis are those that can recover quickly in the face of challenges. They shift focus, find new routes to market and adapt quickly to change. This live panel discussion will invite a guest speaker to share their story of overcoming challenges caused by the COVID-19 pandemic and the strategies they have put in place to deal with these challenges. During this event the speaker, Monica Penders (ScreenCanberra) and Julie Nichols (Handmade Canberra), will be asked to…
Find out more »November 2020
How to start your own business
Are you thinking about starting a business? About this Event Have you got a killer idea or an existing business opportunity you want to explore? But you don’t know what to do next. Experienced business advisors explain the fundamentals of starting a new business. You will work through a Business Start-Up Checklist, identify where you are up to and discover what else you need to do before successfully starting your new venture. You can then develop your action plan to…
Find out more »Mailchimp for beginners
Mailchimp for Beginners About this Event We all check our emails many times throughout the day. Email marketing if an effective way of cutting through the noise. Mailchimp is a cost-effective way to manage contact and direct personalised bulk emails your past present and potential clients. Learning Objectives: Learn how to build a mailing list with tag groupings Learn how to create a reusable email template Learn how to personalise your emails Learn how to read email analytics and improve…
Find out more »Find new customers using Instagram
Find new customers using Instagram About this Event With over 9 million Australian users, Instagram is one of Australia’s most popular and fastest-growing image-sharing platform. Take the next step in growing your business and explore this essential online marketing tool, discover how to use Instagram and the ad features to sell more of your products or services and gain confidence to use your skills and the Instagram tools to create exciting and engaging Instagram posts. Join our guest presenter, Dante…
Find out more »ACT Chief Minister’s Export Awards | Tech in Turbulent Times: Business, Technology and Innovation in the new normal
During a crisis many of the businesses that survive are those that can shift focus, find new routes to market and adapt quickly to change. This live panel discussion will invite two digitally-focused businesses to share their exporting stories, the challenges they have faced and the strategies they have put in place to deal with these challenges. During this event speakers, Rob Coorey (Geospatial Intelligence) and Michael Tear (WildBear), will be asked to share their views on the following: Positioning your…
Find out more »Mature Workers Peer to Peer Session
Having trouble finding and retaining staff? Mature workers could be your solution! The skills-shortage is currently a major issue for many businesses in Canberra. Mature workers can have a wealth of transferable skills and life experience, but is often overlooked. You’re invited to attend an information session to learn more about employing experienced mature persons. The session will give you an opportunity to see the many positive outcomes that result from employing someone over the age of 45 years or…
Find out more »ACT Chief Minister’s Export Awards | Plan B: Adapting and diversifying your business in the pandemic world
During a crisis many of the businesses that survive are those that can shift focus, find new routes to market and adapt quickly to change. In a short period of time many businesses have been faced with changes to their customer base, from how they communicate, their accessibility and even their pain points. This live panel discussion will invite two guest speakers to share their exporting stories, the challenges they have faced and the strategies they have put in place to…
Find out more »ACT Chief Minister’s Export Awards 2020 Cocktail Party
The ACT Chief Minister’s Export Awards, has a very different look for 2020. It’s all about sharing the inspiring stories from the region’s exporters. Like us, you will see the diamonds emerging from this brimstone of a year; so let’s celebrate the innovation and resilience of our local exporting companies, who contribute so significantly to the region and nation’s economies. Please join us at The ACT Chief Minister’s Export Awards 2020 Cocktail Party. Where: Pialligo Estate, The Glasshouse, 18 Kallaroo…
Find out more »December 2020
Farewell 2020 Cocktail Party
Come Celebrate, It’s party time Get ready to mix and mingle during our "Farewell 2020" cocktail party Enjoy a relaxed evening of networking, great company, drinks, fantastic food & entertainment: Date: Tuesday 1st December Time: 6.00pm – 8.30pm Venue: The Village Centre, National Arboretum Cost: $110 (Members) / $150 (Non-Members Dress Code: Business Smart Casual Register via Eventbrite This event is presented by the Canberra Business Chamber and we will be following strict COVID guidelines during the event to keep…
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