The Mornington Peninsula’s inaugural Small Business Festival is now on. Kicking off with the launch event on Wednesday, August 2, at Mornington Peninsula Regional Gallery, the festival offers a month-long program of practical and hands-on workshops, networking events, training sessions, engaging presentations from inspiring keynote speakers and more.
MORNINGTON PENINSULA SHIRE
2 Queen St, Mornington
90 Besgrove St, Rosebud
21 Marine Pde, Hastings
1085 Frankston-Flinders Rd, Somerville
This new Mornington Peninsula Shire initiative was developed to support small businesses and foster a business environment for learning, connecting, upskilling and knowledge-sharing. The festival aims to energise businesses with new, inspired ways of thinking and shine light on innovative solutions needed for an evolving business landscape. Topics covered range from marketing, financial management and strategic business planning to staffing solutions, artificial intelligence and social media – so there really is something for everyone.
Not sure where to start? Here’s a taste of a few of the not-to-be-missed events:
• A Workforce Building Forum for local employers who are familiar with the challenges surrounding staff shortage issues and are looking for solutions. Learn about what kind of support is available to you, hear insights and success stories from like-minded businesses and share your own experiences.
• A community-led Jobs Expo to connect prospective employers, jobseekers, community support services and training organisations. Whether you are looking for employment, have vacancies you’d like to promote or offer resources to support both residents and businesses, come along to this free expo to chat all things jobs on the Peninsula.
• Various practical marketing workshops, with sessions on how to leverage tools such as the ever-trending ChatGPT and online design platform Canva, build skills in smartphone photography and videography, and master social media platforms such as TikTok and LinkedIn.
•An Innovation Strategy Workshop led by the award-winning Mo Works. For businesses who want to undergo a transformative growth and rise to the next level by unlocking innovation in their business model. Businesses who wish to participate must submit an Expression of Interest before August 12, so get in quick before places are filled. Attendees will leave equipped with real-life case studies, actionable strategies and a comprehensive workshop kit with resources and templates.
Don’t miss out on the chance to make new business connections, learn new skills and insights, develop strategic ideas and spark inspiration. See the full program at mpbusiness.com.au/smallbusinessfestival and book your events now. The Small Business Festival is supported by Mornington Peninsula Magazine and MP News Group.
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