The August Small Business Festival is just around the corner. We are running a number of workshops and events for business savvy people including our popular 'Business Networking Breakfast' on Thursday 4 August.
In this edition, we have tips on how to launch a new product, how employers can get the best from their staff, and information about how you can stand for Council at the October elections.
This month we also profile two local businesses nominated for a Civic Business Award, Ashton College and The Innovation Hub at the Asylum Seeker Resource Centre (ASRC), who play an important part in our community.
Local business 'She will shine' are hosting a 'Celebrating Women in Business' event on 21 July. More information in our bulletin.
We hope you enjoy the July edition of Maribyrnong Business Bulletin.
The City Business Team
Maribyrnong City Council
Develop your online strategy workshop
Wednesday 20 July 2016
Learn how to develop a strategy to help grow your business through your online activities and make your products and services easy for potential customers to find.
This small, interactive workshop will demystify the digital world and help bring focus and clarity to your online marketing activities.
As part of the Small Business Festival held in August Council is hosting a number of business networking events and workshops in conjunction with State Government and other business stakeholders including: start up success for under 30s; Innovation workshops; entrepreneurship walking tour; passion to plate; Introduction to Xero; creative industry speed networking; and maximising business outcomes from Festivals.
Business Networking Breakfast
Thursday 4 August 2016
Networking is an effective tool to help businesses market their brands and services, and provides an opportunity to make valuable connections within the business community.
Join Council for a delicious breakfast whilst you spruik your services and listen to a keynote speaker share their successful business story.
Ever wondered how your competition got that new product off the ground? It's likely they created a product development plan to help them design, create and build their product.
In the lead up to the October 2016 elections, Maribyrnong City Council is hosting a workshop and information session for people who are interested in standing for Council. The first session is on Monday 18 July, and is targeted at women focusing on how to plan and run an effective election campaign. The second session will be held on Monday 25 July and is open to all potential candidates, covering the role of local government, responsibilities and expectations of Councilors and the election process.
Ashton College is a training organization based in Footscray that aims to provide high standards of education for their students within an existing and supportive environment. Ashton College is committed to assisting students achieve their aspirations, whether they are aiming for higher education, employment or career progression.
The Asylum Seeker Resource Centre (ASRC) is a community led not for profit organization that is committed to upholding the human rights of all people seeking asylum. Independent of Federal Government funding, the ASRC is the largest provider of aid, legal and health services to people seeking asylum in Australia. They are supported by more than 1200 volunteers and 60 staff in assisting around 2000 people each year.
Hosted by local business 'She will shine', join the Founders of Elk Accessories and The Cupcake Queens on a special night celebrating Melbourne's female business owners.
