Just over a week before 2023 Geelong Small Business Festival

Community members are encouraged to secure their seats at next month’s Geelong Small Business Festival events soon to avoid disappointment.

The annual festival runs from 1-31 August and aims to assist and inspire residents who are keen to start a business and those looking to grow or improve their existing business.

Bookings for the more than 70 low-cost and free workshops, presentations and networking opportunities are building, with topics such as:

  • Embracing the power of divergent minds
  • Mastering Bookkeeping: Do’s & Don’t for Business Success
  • Basic Food Labelling for food businesses
  • Masterclass: Unlocking the code to website success
  • Marketing for ecommerce: Build visibility, influence and sales
  • Sustainability and water efficiency

Visit www.gsbf.com.au to book tickets.

A limited number of seats are still available for The Gordon sponsored Gala Dinner on Thursday 3 August from 6-10pm at GMHBA Stadium.

Cherie Clonan, Founder & CEO of Australia’s leading social media training agency The Digital Picnic is the night’s keynote speaker on best-practice social media marketing, community growth and transforming social accounts.

Ticket information: https://geelong.link/GSBF-Gala-Dinner.

Mayor Trent Sullivan

Council and the Geelong Chamber of Commerce will deliver a jam-packed program for the festival’s 13th year.

With just over a week before the Geelong Small Business Festival kicks off, now’s the time to check out what’s on offer and secure your spot.

Free headshots, learning how to best utilise Artificial Intelligence (AI), starting a home-based food business, improving SEO for your online store and business insurance tips are just a few of the many valuable workshops and talks available.

Deputy Mayor Anthony Aitken, chair of the Strong Local Economy portfolio

The Geelong Small Business Festival will contribute to shaping a more resilient and skilled business community.

We are excited about celebrating and supporting small businesses in the Geelong region, which are the backbone of our region as a major economic driver.

Whether it’s refining or learning a new skill, hearing from a leader in the field or networking with like-minded people, there will be something for everyone at this year’s festival.

Geelong Chamber of Commerce CEO, Jeremy Crawford

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