The City of Greater Geelong is preparing for this year’s Small Business Festival, calling for applications for practical, engaging, and inspiring events and workshops.
Deputy Mayor Trent Sullivan said the City is gearing up for the month-long festival, which will be held from Monday 1 to Wednesday 31 August 2022.
“The festival brings together some of our region’s best business experts, small business owners and managers, and leading industry organisations to share their knowledge and experiences,” the Deputy Mayor said.
“It’s a unique opportunity to learn from industry specialists and build professional networks at a critical time for local businesses.”
“We encourage local business owners and employees, professional trainers, facilitators, speakers, and subject matter experts to showcase their skills and build their profile by taking part in the festival.”
Economic Development Chair, Councillor Peter Murrihy, said the festival provides free and low-cost events to upskill prospective and current business owners, while creating networking opportunities to support our local business community.
“Small businesses are the backbone of our local economy. Now in its 12th year, we’re proud to host the festival which has helped connect, grow and upskill hundreds of local businesses.”
“We’re thrilled that Covid-19 restrictions have lifted so we can bring our business community together again.”
The City is seeking is seeking professional insight across the following business areas:
• Accounting, cash flow and finance
• HR and legal
• e-commerce and digital technologies
• Marketing and communications
• Health and wellbeing
• Sustainability and social responsibility
