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DTEND;TZID=Australia/Brisbane:20230621T120000
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SUMMARY:Tendering for Defence Webinar
DESCRIPTION:There’s no shortage of businesses like yours wanting to be part of the Defence industry. But how do you go about it? The Department of Defence isn’t like any other organisation and has its own ways of working. Tendering to Defence is also a slow burn and so you’ll need to have plenty of patience and persistence. \nThis masterclass will take you behind closed doors to help you understand the structure of Defence and what Defence buyers are looking for. It will help you develop a compelling strategy and targeted solution\, and it will take you through the Australian Standard for Defence Contracting – also known as ASDEFCON – so you can meet Defence requirements and submit a competitive tender. \nTopics include: \n\nWhat Defence buyers and evaluators are looking for\nThe 5-point formula that will give your bid the competitive edge\nHow to develop a compelling strategy and targeted solution for Defence\nAll about the ASDEFCON framework and how to make it work for your business\nCommon mistakes in tendering to Defence\nHow you can meet Defence requirements to submit a winning tender\n\nIf you’re serious about winning work in Defence\, this masterclass is a must. We look forward to seeing you!
URL:https://loed.com.au/events/tendering-for-defence-webinar/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:Procurement and tendering
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Brisbane:20230623T160000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Brisbane:20230623T170000
DTSTAMP:20260605T205403
CREATED:20230619T071058Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230619T071058Z
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SUMMARY:Buy Queensland 2023 Supplier Webinar
DESCRIPTION:Buy Queensland 2023 is now live! The Department of Energy and Public Works will hold a webinar to provide suppliers with an overview of Buy Queensland 2023\, what it means for suppliers\, and an opportunity for suppliers to ask questions and hear from a panel of subject matter experts. \nDetails of the webinar are as follows: \n\nEvent name: Buy Queensland 2023 Supplier webinar\nEvent date: Friday 23 June 2023\nEvent time: 4:00 pm – 5:00 pm\nDelivery method: Online\n\nAs a valued supplier\, you are encouraged to attend this webinar by following the steps below. \nRegistration\nPlease register by clicking on the Supplier Registration page and completing the ‘Registration’ section of the form. \nYou will need to provide your first name\, last name\, position title\, organisation and email address. \nAfter you have registered: \n\nplease note you will not receive an acknowledgement notice from the website or via email\, and you will be automatically directed to a holding webpage until the webinar starts\nwe recommend that you manually block out time in your calendars to attend the webinar and save a copy of the Supplier webinar link as you will need to use it to access the webinar when it starts.\n\nIf you have any issues registering\, please contact JPL Media technical support via this link. \nWebinar start\nWhen the webinar starts\, please access the webinar by clicking on the link and completing the ‘Already registered?’ section of the form. \nInformation on how to navigate the webinar platform and ask questions will be provided as part of the webinar presentation. \nIf you have any issues accessing the webinar\, please contact JPL Media technical support via this link. \nFurther information\nIf you require further information on this webinar\, please contact the Buy Queensland 2023 Implementation Program Team at QGP-BQ23@epw.qld.gov.au or call (07) 3215 3549 during office hours: 9:00 am – 5:00 pm. \n 
URL:https://loed.com.au/events/buy-queensland-2023-supplier-webinar/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:Business in the City of Logan,Procurement and tendering
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Brisbane:20230626T090000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Brisbane:20230626T110000
DTSTAMP:20260605T205403
CREATED:20230612T064321Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230612T064321Z
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SUMMARY:Shopify Fundamentals
DESCRIPTION:Getting Started with Shopify is perfect for anyone looking to make a start in eCommerce. \nThe workshop will be practical and hands-on and includes eCommerce fundamentals to help make online sales. \nGuide through the process of setting up their Shopify store\nHow to choose the right plan\nSelecting a theme\, and customising your store design.\nThe workshop is designed to be beginner-friendly\, and participants will learn how to manage their products\, create collections\, and set up payment options. Overall\, this workshop is an excellent opportunity for small business owners who are looking to expand their online presence and increase their sales through eCommerce. \nAbout Nicky Jurd\nNicky Jurd is a friendly and approachable geek with an expert skillset encompassing websites\, apps\, SEO\, search engine marketing\, social media and online security. Nicky started her company Precedence back in 2000 when the Internet was still shiny and new. She strongly emphasises creating profitable websites for their client base of small and medium Australian businesses. Her specialty is in composing and delivering informative\, audience-driven training around the effective engagement of customers by small business people through the use of web tools and social media.
URL:https://loed.com.au/events/shopify-fundamentals/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:Business in the City of Logan,Small Business
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Brisbane:20230627T100000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Brisbane:20230629T110000
DTSTAMP:20260605T205403
CREATED:20230612T063052Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230612T064043Z
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SUMMARY:Storytelling Mastery for Business Success - 3 Day Challenge
DESCRIPTION:Starting on the 27th June – 29th June 2023 \n3 days and 5 modules to show you how to create a story that sells and how to then interweave your story into your offerings to attract your dream clients. \n\nModule 1: The Power of Storytelling in Content Creation\nModule 2: Understanding Your Target Audience\nModule 3: Creating Compelling Content and Your Story\nModule 4: Amplifying Your Content Reach\nModule 5: Content Creation Challenge\n\nJoin CEO and founder Christine Innes as she guides you over 3 days of content-rich information that you can apply that day to share your story to attract your ideal clients. \nChristine Innes is the CEO and founder of two leading news and publishing companies – The Corporate Escapists and Just as Planned Weddings.\nBoth Companies have a leading TV Show and Podcast and online magazine showcasing business owners from around the world.
URL:https://loed.com.au/events/storytelling-mastery-for-business-success-3-day-challenge/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:Business in the City of Logan,Small Business
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Brisbane:20230628T093000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Brisbane:20230628T120000
DTSTAMP:20260605T205403
CREATED:20230503T051826Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230606T070853Z
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SUMMARY:Cyber Security and DISP Webinar
DESCRIPTION:The Australian Defence Force is committed to working with Australian businesses to help build a strong Sovereign industrial capability. When working in an environment that deals with sensitive information that can directly effect National Security\, such as in Defence\, it is important that your business understands the appropriate cyber security requirements\, how to protect your business and what Defence expects of you. \nAt the end of this webinar\, attendees will be able to: \n\nPromote knowledge and policies in relation to workplace cyber security\,\nManage information securely from a personal and workplace perspective\,\nIdentify threats\, vulnerabilities\, and risks and appropriately respond to\, and report online security threats\, and\nArticulate the Defence Industry Support Program (DISP)\, its membership requirements\, and the steps needed to become a member.\n\nWe are excited to introduce you to Dean Franklin from Willyama\, a partner of iDiC\, who is a cyber security specialist that brings a wealth of cyber and Defence experience to the event. Hosted by Tim Walmsley from Michael Fairweather & Associates and BenchOn\, this will be an informative event that is not to be missed!
URL:https://loed.com.au/events/cyber-security-and-disp-webinar/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:Business in the City of Logan
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Brisbane:20230629T100000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Brisbane:20230629T120000
DTSTAMP:20260605T205403
CREATED:20230614T052614Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230614T052614Z
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SUMMARY:Get your Event from IDEA to LAUNCH
DESCRIPTION:Take your event from a desire\, a dream\, a concept\, or a fantasy\, with all the tools in IDEA to LAUNCH your event planning blueprint. When time is against you and you’re frustrated with the process\, it feels like your stress levels are just going through the roof. All you want is a process that you can pull out and do\, no matter the type or size of the event and gives you a roadmap to follow. \nGet your event from IDEA to LAUNCH. Imagine an audience filled with your ideal clients and customers. Imagine planning with ease\, the most important gathering you will ever hold in your business.\nIt’s time to take your event from a desire\, a dream\, a concept\, or event chaos\, and get it done with this event planning blueprint. \nWhen time is against you and you’re frustrated with the process\, it feels like your stress levels are just going through the roof. All you want is a process that you can pull out and do\, no matter the type or size of your event. This is the perfect roadmap to follow. \nI know what it’s like. There are so many decision-makers\, and tasks to remember\, not to mention the amount of extra time you have to spend figuring all of this out. Planning events and gathering people can be fun\, exciting and rewarding. It doesn’t have to be difficult\, frustrating and stressful. \nUsing this tool\, you will get clarity on your idea\, the foundations of your event plan and the next steps to move you from planning to execution. \nExperience the joy of a well-planned event\, that your audience will be talking about long after it’s over. Forget the frustration of jumping from idea to idea and never really knowing who you are serving. \nYou will find immense satisfaction in delivering an event that you can build on time and time again. \nStop wondering where to start\, or feeling confused or downright worried you will forget something important\, or worse\, no one will come. Come to the workshop and get everything you need to get your event from IDEA to LAUNCH. \nHere’s what we go through\nUsing a graphic worksheet that will have you thinking more than writing\, you will create the building blocks of your event\, in a clear and actionable chart. In 90 minutes you will have… \n\nEstablish who you want to gather and why\, decide on the outcome you want for them and you\, and set up some key milestones to keep you on track.\nIdeate your event from location\, venues\, program\, and layout. Create without restriction all the things you want to bring to the event. The sky is the limit.\nGet into the details and look at the how and how much. All the tasks that need to be done\, who will do them and how it will all roll out.\nGet all the basics organised to the point where you can launch. Yes\, launch your event in just a few hours from concept to creation.\n\nHere’s what you get\nYour Event Plan\nYou will get clarity on who you want to gather and why. The outcome you want for you and your audience and you will establish some key milestones to keep you on track. \nYour Location & Program\nYou will Ideate on venues\, programs\, modes and design\, without restriction. You will be given tools to help you design an effective program and conduct an effective site evaluation. \nYour next steps\nYou will get into the detail of the how and how much\, consider the potential risks and issues and get clear on the benefits and legacy of your event. \nRegister today and receive this thought-provoking ideation worksheet before the event. Submit your worksheet for a personal review and feedback\, and if you show up live you can even get this feedback person. Click the button below to register.
URL:https://loed.com.au/events/get-your-event-from-idea-to-launch/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:Business in the City of Logan,Small Business
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Brisbane:20230705T093000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Brisbane:20230705T120000
DTSTAMP:20260605T205403
CREATED:20230612T065916Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230612T065916Z
UID:10000665-1688549400-1688558400@loed.com.au
SUMMARY:Introduction to Defence and Defence Industry
DESCRIPTION:About this Webinar\nOn behalf of the Queensland Government through Defence Jobs Queensland and the Defence Industry Hubs\, Michael Fairweather and Associates is the proud delivery partner of the Defence and Aerospace Capability Workshop Series. \nAbout this event\nWith Defence spending $270 billion over the course of this decade\, it’s important to find out how you can position your business to be a part of this essential industry. There is plenty of opportunity for your business if you know where to look\, who to talk to and how to present your business value.\nThe Department of Defence is a highly unique organisation and the process to participate in their supply chains can seem complex and overwhelming. \nThis webinar will help you to demystify the complexities around defence and defence opportunities\, and will cover the following topics: \n\nIntroduction to a Defence Prime\nThe Defence Environment\nCapability Procurement\nNon-Materiel Procurement\nMaritime Snapshot in Cairns\nDealing with Prime Contractors
URL:https://loed.com.au/events/introduction-to-defence-and-defence-industry/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:Industry Development,Procurement and tendering
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Brisbane:20230713T120000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Brisbane:20230713T170000
DTSTAMP:20260605T205403
CREATED:20230705T062242Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230705T062242Z
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SUMMARY:Next Level Quad Charts
DESCRIPTION:Learn from Primes and Defence Industry Experts on how to hone your most valuable sales tool within Defence Industry – the Quad Chart! \nQuad Charts are used throughout the defence industry to help professional buyers quickly work out exactly who your business is\, what your business does\, what sets it apart\, and leaves them wanting to know more. Does your current Quad Chart do that? Will it stand out above your competitors? \nProudly presented by Defence Jobs Queensland in conjunction with Michael Fairweather and Associates\, our Next Level Quad Chart Worksop will help you refine your current quad chart so it is memorable and leaves potential customers with a great first impression. Join Tim Walmsley (BenchOn)\, Leann Webb (Aurora Marketing) and Mick Cook (Forge Advisory) as they guide you on how to take your quad chart from ordinary to extraordinary! Hear directly from Defence Primes and the Office of Defence Industry Support about what makes a quad chart memorable (for the wrong and right reasons) and what they value as the customer. \n***Please note*** \nRepresentatives from Primes and ODIS will review your quad charts during the session (these must be provided to defenceindustryhub@qld.gov.au no later than COB Monday 10th July 2023). You will be provided with feedback so that you can action any recommendations during or after the session. Participants will also be invited to share their new and improved Quad Charts with the Primes after the workshop. \nWorkshop Format\n\nOn arrival a light lunch will be provided during networking (30 mins)\nInitial Welcome and Briefs: (Quad charts under review by Primes and ODIS)\nInitial Welcome – Welcome and explain the reason for the workshop\, what we will go through and what the intended outcomes will be. (5 mins)\nQuad chart overview – Why are quad charts important\, why we use them\, where they came from and what they don’t do (10 mins)\nCommon issues with Quad Charts – What are the issues we commonly see with quad charts? What does a bad quad chart look like? Why are these things issues? (25 mins)\nPrime & ODIS Panel: The Primes & ODIS provide feedback about your quad charts\, what stood out\, why they are important\, what they like to see etc. (45 mins)\nFinding your differentiators/competitive advantage What it is\, why it’s important and designing the Quad charts around it. (30 mins)\nAfternoon Tea and Networking – (30 mins)\nCompany Review/Update Quad Charts: Companies review their feedback and discuss points with facilitators\, Prime representatives and ODIS. Concurrently\, participants are making changes and updates to their quad chart (bring your laptops) with support of the facilitators. If time permits we may attendees the opportunity to brief the room on their charts\, what the issues were and how they solved them (1 hour)\nSummary and close (5 mins)\nMove downstairs to the bar for networking\n\n 
URL:https://loed.com.au/events/next-level-quad-charts/
LOCATION:Arana Leagues Club\, 247 Dawson Parade\, Keperra\, Queensland\, 4054\, Australia
CATEGORIES:Business in the City of Logan,Procurement and tendering
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Brisbane:20230718T090000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Brisbane:20230718T110000
DTSTAMP:20260605T205403
CREATED:20230705T063342Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230705T063740Z
UID:10000576-1689670800-1689678000@loed.com.au
SUMMARY:SEO Like a Pro
DESCRIPTION:Get high rankings on Google! \nHaving a strong search engine ranking is one of the most mysterious and frustrating parts of owning a website. Search engine optimisation is the process of making improvements to your website to improve its rankings. Thankfully what works well for search engines also works well for customers! \nHere’s what we will tackle in this interactive workshop: \nLearn about how search engines work \n\nDiscover what your customers are searching for\nWrite website text so that Google loves you\nSee how to make your website more attractive to a search engine\nInvestigate key Google apps; Google My Business\, Analytics & Search Console.\n\nAbout the Speaker\nNicky Jurd is a friendly and approachable geek with an expert skillset encompassing websites\, apps\, SEO\, search engine marketing\, social media and online security. Nicky started her company Precedence back in 2000 when the Internet was still shiny and new. She has a strong emphasis on creating profitable websites for their client base of small and medium Australian businesses. Her specialty is in composing and delivering informative\, audience-driven training around the effective engagement of customers by small business people through the use of web tools and social media.
URL:https://loed.com.au/events/seo-like-a-pro/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:Business Development,Small Business
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Brisbane:20230718T130000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Brisbane:20230718T170000
DTSTAMP:20260605T205403
CREATED:20230705T221558Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230705T221558Z
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SUMMARY:Decarbonisation Action Plan workshop
DESCRIPTION:Join us to explore practical ways to reduce energy use and carbon emissions in your manufacturing business. \nAre you ready to meet the demands of customers\, potential employees and supply chain partners to implement sustainable manufacturing practices and reduce your carbon footprint? Are you looking to enter new markets that have requirements around Greenhouse Gas (GHG) emissions? Do you understand the impact on your bottom line? \nWith energy costs rising and GHG emissions reporting becoming a requirement in some supply chains and local and export markets\, manufacturers are increasingly looking to become cleaner and greener to reduce costs\, remain globally competitive and continue to grow. Are you ready? \nIn this practical 4-hour workshop\, sustainability experts Jane Gaffel and Penny Prasad from The Ecoefficiency Group will assist you as a manufacturing leader to: \n\nunderstand the importance of sustainable manufacturing and how decarbonisation applies to your business\ndevelop a list of GHG emission sources within your own site (Scope 1\, 2 and 3)\nlearn how to calculate your GHG emissions and ways to reduce them\nstart a high-level Decarbonisation Action Plan that sets out goals and a strategy to reduce emissions on your journey to Net Zero.\n\nWho should attend?\nAny manufacturer who wants to understand their carbon footprint and take action to reduce it. \nAbout your facilitators: The Ecoefficiency Group\nThe Ecoefficiency Group has been supporting individual businesses\, industry and government to implement practices that reduce their costs and embed sustainability within their operations for over 20 years. \nJane Gaffel – Jane has over 20 years of experience in Environmental Management with the past 13 years focusing on ecoefficiency for business. She has worked with a wide range of industries including\, food manufacturing\, foundries\, tourism and the University sector. She has strong experience in energy and water management and training. Her prior experience is quite wide including environmental impact assessment for infrastructure projects\, hydrology and hydraulics and contaminated land. \nPenny Prasad – Penny has over 25 years of experience working in the manufacturing industry. Before founding The Ecoefficiency Group\, she worked as a consultant and researcher on eco-efficiency projects across various industries including metal fabrication\, poultry production\, and dairy processing. Penny has extensive experience in the food manufacturing industry and has worked managing both production and sustainability for some of Australia’s largest food production organisations.
URL:https://loed.com.au/events/decarbonisation-action-plan-workshop/
LOCATION:My Horizon\, 1-15A Runnymede Road\, Capalaba\, Queensland\, 4157\, Australia
CATEGORIES:Business in the City of Logan,Circular Economy
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ORGANIZER;CN="Department of Regional Development%2C Manufacturing and Water":MAILTO:info@rdmw.qld.gov.au
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Brisbane:20230719T150000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Brisbane:20230719T160000
DTSTAMP:20260605T205403
CREATED:20230703T003157Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230703T003157Z
UID:10000574-1689778800-1689782400@loed.com.au
SUMMARY:Supporting business mental health and wellbeing webinar
DESCRIPTION:Business Chamber Queensland\, in partnership with the Queensland Mental Health Commission\, would like to invite you to join a discussion on mental health and wellbeing and its impact on business. \nMany Queensland businesses have faced challenges over the past three years brought about by the pandemic\, worker and supply shortages\, as well as natural disasters. But there are many opportunities ahead for businesses to capitalise on too. \nMental health and wellbeing have a ripple effect that impacts not only you\, but also your staff\, stakeholders\, and the local community. \nThat’s why being mentally\, as well as operationally\, ready to manage the ups and downs of running a business is so important. \nOur expert guest speakers from Beyond Blue\, Everymind and Business Wellness Coach will take you through the importance of mental health and wellbeing and provide you with a range of information and resources to support you and a thriving business. \nWebinar details\n\nDate: Wednesday\, 19 July\nTime: 3:00 – 4:00 pm\nLocation: Online
URL:https://loed.com.au/events/supporting-business-mental-health-and-wellbeing-webinar/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:Business in the City of Logan,Small Business
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Brisbane:20230720T090000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Brisbane:20230720T103000
DTSTAMP:20260605T205403
CREATED:20230620T011259Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230620T011259Z
UID:10000670-1689843600-1689849000@loed.com.au
SUMMARY:Tell Your Story Better
DESCRIPTION:Learn how to write compelling stories and media releases that newspapers will want to run. \nTrain your staff/volunteers to tell your business/organisation’s story well. \nLed by former journalist\, lecturer and Public Relations officer Scott Downman\, this workshop will walk participants through their first story/media release. \nAided by Local News Publications journalists\, each group of participants will work on at least one story for your organisation. \nMorning tea is included. \nAbout the speaker\nScott Downman is a former journalist who has worked in Australia\, Southeast Asia and the UK. The former Head of Journalism at UQ Scott is passionate about storytelling and the power of a good yarn. Scott has worked in public relations with the government\, sporting organisations and the not-for-profit sector. He’s the author of three books on journalism and currently lives in Logan with his wife and teenage daughter.
URL:https://loed.com.au/events/tell-your-story-better/
LOCATION:Kingdom Life Centre\, 3922 Mt Lindesay Hwy\, Park Ridge\, QLD\, 4125\, Australia
CATEGORIES:Business in the City of Logan,Small Business
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Brisbane:20230725T090000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Brisbane:20230725T110000
DTSTAMP:20260605T205403
CREATED:20230705T063717Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230705T063717Z
UID:10000577-1690275600-1690282800@loed.com.au
SUMMARY:Payments and Booking Systems
DESCRIPTION:There are so many different options for taking payments online and taking bookings. But which is best for your business? It can be confusing\, time-consuming\, and costly if you choose the wrong ones. \nThis is a highly interactive workshop with the ability to ask questions at any time. So turn your cameras on and join our workshop on Payment & Booking Systems to learn about the best solutions for your needs. \nIn this workshop\, we will cover: \n\nTaking credit cards for your business\nBuy now pay later platforms\nApple Pay & Google Pay\nDebit payment options\nAppointments & booking software\n\nAbout the Speaker\nNicky Jurd is a friendly and approachable geek with an expert skillset encompassing websites\, apps\, SEO\, search engine marketing\, social media and online security. Nicky started her company Precedence back in 2000 when the Internet was still shiny and new. She has a strong emphasis on creating profitable websites for their client base of small and medium Australian businesses. Her specialty is in composing and delivering informative\, audience-driven training around the effective engagement of customers by small business people through the use of web tools and social media.
URL:https://loed.com.au/events/payments-and-booking-systems/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:Business Development,Small Business
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Brisbane:20230726T090000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Brisbane:20230726T150000
DTSTAMP:20260605T205403
CREATED:20230716T234848Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230716T234848Z
UID:10000674-1690362000-1690383600@loed.com.au
SUMMARY:Carmageddon 2023
DESCRIPTION:The Motor Trades Association of Queensland’s Carmageddon will return in 2023 on Wednesday\, 26th July at Eight Mile Plains! \nQueensland’s leading one-day automotive innovation symposium\, business owners\, automotive workers\, and all other automotive and mobility stakeholders are invited to come along for a day of informative discussions with a series of industry and academic experts. \nKnowledge experts will deliver keynotes and participate in panels involving: \n\nThe changing international automotive landscape: Are you ready?\nIs the future fully electric? Expanding our reach with Biofuels\nFast-tracking skills with VR\nCritical workshop shortages: How do you prepare?\nCommercial electric vehicles\n\nFor the first time in his year\, Carmageddon will also include a series of workshop sessions\, allowing attendees to choose to attend discussions aligned to the preferences of their business. This year\, workshop sessions will dive into: \n\nEV Training – BEV/HEV Safety\, Equipment and Systems training\nBusiness Transition – How to transition your business to an electric future?\nIndustrial Relations – Keeping your business safe in a changing environment\n\n*Please make sure you have confirmed your choice of workshop sessions at checkout* \nCarmageddon will also feature an amazing exposition of electric vehicles including the latest from leading manufacturers and last-mile mobility solutions\, including MG\, BYD\, Foton Mobility Distributions\, Tuatara\, Benzina Zero\, Australian Electric Motor Co.\, and OzDIY Electrics. Next World Enterprise will also display its innovative Virtual Reality training solution designed for automotive technical training. At the same time\, global leaders NanoTag Technology will exhibit their industry-leading serialised solution to protect vehicles from Catalytic Converter and other valuable parts theft. \n*Morning tea and lunch included
URL:https://loed.com.au/events/carmageddon-2023/
LOCATION:MTA Queensland & MTA Institute\, 2728 Logan Road Building 8\, Eight Mile Plains\, Queensland\, 4113\, Australia
CATEGORIES:Business in the City of Logan
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Brisbane:20230726T093000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Brisbane:20230726T120000
DTSTAMP:20260605T205403
CREATED:20230612T070140Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230612T070140Z
UID:10000666-1690363800-1690372800@loed.com.au
SUMMARY:Marketing to Defence (including First Nations Businesses)
DESCRIPTION:About this Webinar\nOn behalf of the Queensland Government through Defence Jobs Queensland and the Defence Industry Hubs\, Michael Fairweather and Associates is the proud delivery partner of the Defence and Aerospace Capability Workshop Series. \nAbout this event\nWith Defence spending $270 billion over the course of this decade\, it’s important to find out how you can position your business to be a part of this essential industry. There is plenty of opportunity for your business if you know where to look\, who to talk to and how to present your business value.\nThe Department of Defence is a highly unique organisation and the process to participate in their supply chains can seem complex and overwhelming. \nThis webinar will help you to demystify the complexities around defence and defence opportunities\, and will cover the following topics: \n\nIntroduction to a Defence Prime\nThe Defence Environment\nCapability Procurement\nNon-Materiel Procurement\nMaritime Snapshot in Cairns\nDealing with Prime Contractors
URL:https://loed.com.au/events/marketing-to-defence-including-first-nations-businesses/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:Procurement and tendering
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Brisbane:20230726T100000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Brisbane:20230726T120000
DTSTAMP:20260605T205403
CREATED:20230711T074016Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230711T074016Z
UID:10000583-1690365600-1690372800@loed.com.au
SUMMARY:Using Facebook and LinkedIn to build customer relationships
DESCRIPTION:Social Media Platforms such as LinkedIn and Facebook are powerful platforms to build B2C – Business-to-customer relationships. This workshop will explore strategies to leverage social media through: \n\nOptimising your personal profile\nJoin relevant interest groups with your target audience(s)\nShare valuable content to resonate with your target audience(s)\nEngage with your network to stay on top of mind\nLinkedIn Pulse and other tools to leverage your knowledge to target customer needs and pain points\nUtilising Advertising campaigns\n\nConsistency\, authenticity and providing value are key to building relationships on social media. By actively engaging with your network\, sharing relevant content\, and leveraging the platforms’ features\, you can effectively grow your business connections and reach your target audience. \nAbout the speaker\nDr. Sathiya (Sam) Ramakrishnan is a trained Neuroscientist from Harvard Medical School\, USA. He is passionate about understanding consumer behaviour and leveraging neuroscience to create effective marketing strategies. With years of experience in the field\, he has developed a reputation for his deep insights into the subconscious drivers behind consumer decision-making. He was always intrigued by the intersection of psychology and marketing\, recognizing the power of human emotions in influencing consumer choices. His consultancy firm aimed to empower business owners with actionable insights derived from the latest neuroscience research\, helping them optimize their marketing strategies and achieve their business goals. Sam is not only dedicated to his consultancy work but shares his knowledge and insights with fellow marketers and entrepreneurs through content delivery\, training & workshops. The latest developments in the field of artificial intelligence motivate Sam to push the boundaries of neuromarketing to new frontiers. Sam was known for his ability to translate complex scientific findings into simple\, yet practical strategies that delivered tangible results for his clients.
URL:https://loed.com.au/events/using-facebook-and-linkedin-to-build-customer-relationships/
LOCATION:Logan City Council Administration Building\, 150 Wembley Road\, Logan Central\, QLD\, 4114
CATEGORIES:Business in the City of Logan,Small Business
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Brisbane:20230726T140000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Brisbane:20230726T150000
DTSTAMP:20260605T205403
CREATED:20230702T231835Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230702T231835Z
UID:10000673-1690380000-1690383600@loed.com.au
SUMMARY:How ASPIRE Empowers Brisbane Businesses to Trade
DESCRIPTION:Join the Webinar & Learn How ASPIRE Empowers Brisbane Businesses To Trade Their Material Resources & Report On Their Carbon Emissions Saving \nBrisbane City Council is dedicated to achieving our goal of eliminating avoidable materials from landfills in alignment with the Resource Management and Resource Recovery Strategy set by the Queensland Government. \nIn line with this\, Brisbane City Council together with ASPIRE bring you a FREE online webinar to learn more about the circular economy and ways you can extend the life of your resources. \nASPIRE is an online marketplace for material resource exchange. It automatically matches material resources from a business with interested manufacturers\, purchasers\, or recyclers and therefore reduces valuable material assets going to landfill. \nASPIRE currently helps 2\,000+ Australian businesses save $500\,000+ in waste disposal costs and helps businesses uncover their carbon emission savings. \nThis webinar will introduce you to the ASPIRE platform and demonstrate how your business or community group can register\, use the marketplace and start reducing your waste footprint. \nAccess to the ASPIRE platform is free for all Brisbane City Council and Logan City Council businesses and community groups with less than 100 employees. \nJoin the movement of 150+ Brisbane businesses who have so far signed up to exchange any of these commodities.
URL:https://loed.com.au/events/how-aspire-empowers-brisbane-businesses-to-trade/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:Procurement and tendering
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Brisbane:20230727T090000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Brisbane:20230727T110000
DTSTAMP:20260605T205403
CREATED:20230612T064649Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230612T233348Z
UID:10000573-1690448400-1690455600@loed.com.au
SUMMARY:Don’t Dance for Likes With Tiktok
DESCRIPTION:Learn to use the fastest-growing social media platform in Australia for your business. \nIn this workshop you will learn: \n\nHow TikTok works\nHow to create content\nWhat you need to go viral\nWhat is trending\nWhy you need to be on TikTok now\n\nAbout Liam Fahey\nLiam Fahey is a serial entrepreneur\, creative director\, photographer and social marketer. He has a proven track record creating online marketing campaigns for companies across different industries\, and a reputation for taking businesses from local markets to international markets with the right website design and social media. \nLiam believes any business can be successful by creating a marketing plan with a strong focus on branding and capability. He specialises in organic content creation and has been producing content for social media marketing for over 14 years. \nWith a trade behind him\, years of building businesses and insights into nearly every industry\, Liam is prepared to assist businesses to grow their knowledge.
URL:https://loed.com.au/events/dont-dance-for-likes-with-tiktok/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:Business in the City of Logan,Small Business
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Brisbane:20230727T130000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Brisbane:20230727T140000
DTSTAMP:20260605T205403
CREATED:20230711T073408Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230711T073408Z
UID:10000582-1690462800-1690466400@loed.com.au
SUMMARY:Managing your Cyber Security
DESCRIPTION:The Queensland Government is offering a series of cyber security webinars to Queensland businesses and stakeholders. This free webinar is the first of three. \nThis webinar\, presented by Qudos Management\, will explain how a business can apply layers of cyber security protection. \nIt will discuss the importance of awareness and training\, policies\, procedures and practical controls to improve cyber resilience for your business and includes practical demonstrations and scenarios. \nAbout the Speaker\nAlan Jones – Lead Consultant at Qudos Management\nThe main presenter is Alan Jones\, Alan is the CEO of Qudos Management which is a management system software provider and consultancy practice based in Queensland. Alan has 30 years of experience as a management systems consultant and software developer. He is also a qualified certification auditor for ISO 27001 Information security\, CSA cloud security\, and many other standards.
URL:https://loed.com.au/events/managing-your-cyber-security/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:Business in the City of Logan,Small Business
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Brisbane:20230731T180000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Brisbane:20230731T193000
DTSTAMP:20260605T205403
CREATED:20230724T060919Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230724T060919Z
UID:10000675-1690826400-1690831800@loed.com.au
SUMMARY:Why Everything You See about Being Rich on Socials will Make You Poor
DESCRIPTION:We explore the myths perpetuated by socials and how you can live by the beat of your own drum\, creating wealth strategies that work. \nThis month we explore Why Everything You See About Being Rich On Socials Will Make You Poor & What To Do About It\, with special guest Gayle McKew. \nIn the digital age\, social media platforms are a normal part of our everyday life. While there are many benefits to having information and connection at your fingertips\, there’s a lot about socials that can do harm as well. \nIf you’ve ever surfed your socials only to feel poor\, lonely and depressed\, chances are you believed a lie. It’s easy to pretend that you’re wealthier than you are or to be something you’re not when you’re performing for a screen but the traps of looking good can leave you in a financial heap. \nIn this month’s webinar\, we explore some of the myths perpetuated by socials and how you can live by the beat of your own drum creating wealth strategies that work and securing your financial wellbeing.
URL:https://loed.com.au/events/why-everything-you-see-about-being-rich-on-socials-will-make-you-poor/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:Business in the City of Logan,Small Business
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Brisbane:20230731T190000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Brisbane:20230731T203000
DTSTAMP:20260605T205403
CREATED:20230725T074148Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230725T074148Z
UID:10000678-1690830000-1690835400@loed.com.au
SUMMARY:5 Key Strategies to Amplify Your Personal Brand Authority & Engage More Value Clients
DESCRIPTION:If you are not getting the traction you want in your business\, the problem could be you are not positioned as the expert in your field.\nDiscover the 5 key strategies to build your brand authority and engage more clients. \nThis is for you if… \n\nyou think your business is too small to compete with the bigger players in your field.\nyou don’t know the right people\, who to connect with\, and where to start.\nyou aren’t confident in how to use the right social media for your business. Meaning you feel frustrated and waste a lot of time.\nyou miss out on golden opportunities because you can’t precisely articulate what you do and how you do it.\nyou have a lot of knowledge but don’t know to create enough content to maintain a consistent presence across all media.\nyou avoid sales conversations and follow up with prospects.\nyou don’t think you have a story to tell that would be of interest to anyone.\n\nIn this webinar\, you will learn… \n\nHow to accelerate your income potential in 5 easy steps\nHow to identify your why and how you achieve awesome results – you will be surprised at this\nThe number 1 speaking tip professional speakers won’t tell you that builds trust instantly\nHow to forget the sell and inspire people to buy from you instead. (I have been teaching high-performing sales teams this for years with multi-million dollar results)\nHow to apply the practices of eminent thought leaders and design the life of your dreams\n\nBrand authority is a very useful way to drown out all the noise online. No matter how many brands create the same offer as you\, no matter how many may try and copy – the trust and reputation that you’ve built will make them all irrelevant.
URL:https://loed.com.au/events/5-key-strategies-to-amplify-your-personal-brand-authority-engage-more-value-clients/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:Business in the City of Logan,Small Business
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Brisbane:20230807T140000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Brisbane:20230807T160000
DTSTAMP:20260605T205403
CREATED:20230705T064132Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230705T220434Z
UID:10000578-1691416800-1691424000@loed.com.au
SUMMARY:Deep Dive into AI
DESCRIPTION:2023 has definitely been the year AI exploded into the mainstream. It can be enormously useful and productive to use them in your business. \nThroughout the workshop\, we will include interactive activities\, demonstrations\, and hands-on exercises to enhance business understanding and engagement with the AI tools we trial. \nIn this workshop\, we will cover: \n\nGetting answers to hard questions\nWriting content with AI\nAI tools built into other software\nMarketing tools with AI automation\nFinding new AI as they are developed\n\nAbout the Speaker\nNicky Jurd is a friendly and approachable geek with an expert skillset encompassing websites\, apps\, SEO\, search engine marketing\, social media and online security. Nicky started her company Precedence back in 2000 when the Internet was still shiny and new. She has a strong emphasis on creating profitable websites for their client base of small and medium Australian businesses. Her specialty is in composing and delivering informative\, audience-driven training around the effective engagement of customers by small business people through the use of web tools and social media.
URL:https://loed.com.au/events/deep-dive-into-ai/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:Business Development,Small Business
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Brisbane:20230808T123000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Brisbane:20230808T130000
DTSTAMP:20260605T205403
CREATED:20230111T001211Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230426T075421Z
UID:10000546-1691497800-1691499600@loed.com.au
SUMMARY:Grant Writing
DESCRIPTION:This free webinar is designed for club and association volunteers to learn the fundamental skills needed to write successful grant funding applications. \nEvery not-for-profit organisation is different and your grant applications should reflect this individuality. This free webinar will focus on HOW you can create SUCCESSFUL grant applications with good planning techniques\, and how to best tell your organisation’s story to make it stand out from the rest. \n\nRegister Now >> Tuesday\, 8 August 2023 (12:30—1 pm session)\nRegister Now >> Tuesday\, 8 August 2023 (6:30—7 pm session)\n\nAbout the presenter\nSteve Connelly — Director of Sport and Community Development @CPR Group \nSteve directs CPR Group’s sport and community development team. He has worked with CPR Group since 2005 and has extensive experience across a broad range of projects. Steve’s personable nature and engaging communication style enable him to capitalise on the human potential which exists in all not-for-profit organisations. He lives for those ‘light bulb moments’ and gets a genuine kick out of helping volunteers to be happier in their roles. Steve assists committees to run better businesses\, enhance financial viability and become off-field champions. Steve and his team contribute to a vibrant Australian sport and community sector by preparing comprehensive master plans\, land management plans and facility strategies\, facilitating interactive governance training and stakeholder engagement programs\, writing real-world constitutions\, advising the government\, developing strategic plans and helping organisations to obtain grant funding.
URL:https://loed.com.au/events/grant-writing/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:Business Development,Small Business
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Brisbane:20230809T093000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Brisbane:20230809T113000
DTSTAMP:20260605T205403
CREATED:20230710T003413Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230710T003413Z
UID:10000581-1691573400-1691580600@loed.com.au
SUMMARY:Recession proof marketing strategies for your business
DESCRIPTION:Recession-proof marketing strategies for your business. \nJoin a small group of Logan City Business Start-ups and Small Business Owners just like you! \nLearn how to leverage your marketing and develop recession-proof strategies designed to show you how to grow your business without spending any additional money on marketing or advertising. \nLearn how to find otherwise hidden areas of your business that will significantly improve your leads\, conversions\, transactions\, revenues and profit. \nIf you’re tired of marketing that simply doesn’t work\, below-average sales\, inconsistent cash flow and lower-than-expected profits\, then this event is for you. \nThis workshop will be facilitated by Brad Jones from Grow Tangible. \nFree parking is available at the front of the Council Admin building. \nAttendees will be required to sign in upon arrival\, please allow a few minutes ahead of the session to sign in.
URL:https://loed.com.au/events/recession-proof-marketing-strategies-for-your-business/
LOCATION:Logan City Council Administration Building\, 150 Wembley Road\, Logan Central\, QLD\, 4114
CATEGORIES:Business Development,Business in the City of Logan,New business and startups,Small Business
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ORGANIZER;CN="Logan Office of Economic Development":MAILTO:loed@logan.qld.gov.au
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Brisbane:20230809T100000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Brisbane:20230809T130000
DTSTAMP:20260605T205403
CREATED:20230628T233237Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230628T233237Z
UID:10000672-1691575200-1691586000@loed.com.au
SUMMARY:Publish with Purpose - Self-Publishing Masterclass
DESCRIPTION:Are you an aspiring author\, an entrepreneur with a story to share\, or a knowledgeable professional eager to write a book about your expertise? Do you dream of seeing your words published and reaching readers worldwide? \nIf you’ve been searching for a comprehensive program that can guide you through the self-publishing process\, saving you valuable time and effort\, then we have the perfect solution for you. Introducing Publish with Purpose\, an immersive in-person masterclass designed to empower you on your unique journey to self-publishing success. Whether you’re passionate about fiction or non-fiction\, our program caters to individuals at all stages of their publishing journey. \nWe understand that the road to publishing is filled with a myriad of decisions\, and knowing how to navigate them can be the hard part. That’s why our program offers a comprehensive step-by-step guide\, helping you understand where you can save money and manage your own publishing journey\, as well as how to outsource affordable services when needed. \nJoin us and gain the knowledge and confidence to make informed decisions every step of the way.
URL:https://loed.com.au/events/publish-with-purpose-self-publishing-masterclass/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:Business Development,Business in the City of Logan
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Brisbane:20230810T133000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Brisbane:20230810T153000
DTSTAMP:20260605T205403
CREATED:20230803T063653Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230803T063653Z
UID:10000681-1691674200-1691681400@loed.com.au
SUMMARY:Grant Information Sessions
DESCRIPTION:Logan Office of Economic Development (LOED)\, in conjunction with our Community Grants team – present you with this opportunity to get help with all your grants questions. \nAbout the information session:\nIn these one-on-one or small group sessions\, you can ask questions and work through your funding application on the spot. In addition\, our Small Business Advisor will be available to discuss any business or Not-For-Profit governance questions you may have. \nIn this information session\, we will cover: \n\nInformation on specific grant guidelines and selection criteria.\nGrant writing tips and tricks.\nA chance to talk face-to-face with a council grant officer.\nOpportunity to speak with a small business and governance advisor.\n\nAdditional information\nFor more information\, contact the Community Grants team at grants@logan.qld.gov.au or call 3412 4033.
URL:https://loed.com.au/events/grant-information-sessions/
LOCATION:Beenleigh Library\, Crete Street\, Beenleigh\, QLD\, 4207
CATEGORIES:Business Development,Business in the City of Logan
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ORGANIZER;CN="Logan Office of Economic Development":MAILTO:loed@logan.qld.gov.au
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Brisbane:20230815T090000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Brisbane:20230926T110000
DTSTAMP:20260605T205403
CREATED:20230622T071511Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230622T225121Z
UID:10000671-1692090000-1695726000@loed.com.au
SUMMARY:Business Planning - Online and In-person
DESCRIPTION:Future-proof your business\nThis Business Planning Course is proudly supported by the Queensland Department of Youth Justice\, Employment\, Small Business and Training\nMicro and small businesses form the foundation of the Australian economy\, employing approximately 44% of the Australian workforce and contributing around one-third of Australia’s GDP. As approximately 97% of Australian organisations are categorised as micro and small businesses it is critical that this industry sector is supported in being successful. \nThis free course is designed to provide local business owners with a clear understanding of the key factors that underpin their success and are critical to their long-term survival. \nParticipating in this course\, comprised of a series of workshops\, provides a platform for business owners to survive and thrive by adopting and implementing strategic management principles\, thereby lowering the rate of business failure. \nFor businesses that are not located near a course delivery site\, participants are welcome to join online\, as per the below schedule. When registering\, please choose the course with the most suitable dates. \nEligibility requirements\nIf your business is based in Queensland\, employs fewer than 20 (full-time equivalent) staff and has been operating for at least 12 months\, you are eligible to register for this series of workshops and we encourage you to take up this opportunity by registering now to participate. \nGain certification and credit\nParticipating in this course is a great way to experience what it is like to study at University and open up a pathway into a higher-level qualification. Upon completion of all modules and submission of assessment items\, you will be eligible to receive a Certificate of Completion and credit for one elective course in UniSC’s Graduate Certificate in Business Administration. \nDates\nLocation: \n\nMyhorizon\, 1-15A Runnymede Road\, Capalaba\nOr online\n\nStart Date: Tuesday 15 August 2023 \nTime: 9-11 am on Tuesdays \n\nWeek 1: Tuesday 15 August\nWeek 2: Tuesday 22 August\nWeek 3: Tuesday 29 August\nWeek 4: Tuesday 5 September\nWeek 5: Tuesday 12 September\nWeek 6: Tuesday 19 September\nWeek 7: Tuesday 26 September\n\nAt the end of the course\, there is an optional 15-minute participant presentation on Tuesday 3 October and Wednesday 4 October \nRegistrations close on Monday 7 August 2023. \nModule information\nThe content is delivered as workshops within this free\, short course. The weekly schedule includes the development of a customised business plan that is suitably developed for sourcing funds from banks\, and investors or can be leveraged for grant applications. At the conclusion of the workshops\, there will be an opportunity for participants to deliver a 15-minute presentation to a panel of experts. Please note that minimum and maximum numbers may apply at each location. \n\nWeek 1: Overview of Small Business Planning\nWeek 2: Organisation and Industry Analysis\nWeek 3: Marketing Strategy\nWeek 4: Business Structures\, Operating Plan and Risk Management\nWeek 5: Succession Planning and Human Resource Strategy\nWeek 6: Financial Management\nWeek 7: Communications Skills and Preparing for the Presentation\n\nWeek 1-7 are 90-minute workshops\, followed by a 30-minute Q&A and networking sessions. \nPlease note\, at the end of the course there is an optional (oral) presentation of a draft business plan. Dates to be confirmed.
URL:https://loed.com.au/events/business-planning/
LOCATION:My Horizon\, 1-15A Runnymede Road\, Capalaba\, Queensland\, 4157\, Australia
CATEGORIES:Business Development,Small Business
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Brisbane:20230819T103000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Brisbane:20230819T113000
DTSTAMP:20260605T205403
CREATED:20230814T002339Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230814T002339Z
UID:10000685-1692441000-1692444600@loed.com.au
SUMMARY:Myth busting and AI
DESCRIPTION:What is AI? How can we best use AI? Will AI make humans obsolete? \nLearn the basic concepts\, understand the pros and cons\, and find ways to protect yourself from AI scams.\nBookings are suggested. Where an event has not been fully booked\, walk-ins may be permitted.
URL:https://loed.com.au/events/myth-busting-and-ai/
LOCATION:Beenleigh Library\, Crete Street\, Beenleigh\, QLD\, 4207
CATEGORIES:Business Development,Business in the City of Logan
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Brisbane:20230822T100000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Brisbane:20230822T110000
DTSTAMP:20260605T205403
CREATED:20230814T002516Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230814T002516Z
UID:10000688-1692698400-1692702000@loed.com.au
SUMMARY:Myth busting and AI
DESCRIPTION:What is AI? How can we best use AI? Will AI make humans obsolete? \nLearn the basic concepts\, understand the pros and cons\, and find ways to protect yourself from AI scams.\nBookings are suggested. Where an event has not been fully booked\, walk-ins may be permitted.
URL:https://loed.com.au/events/myth-busting-and-ai-2/
LOCATION:Logan Hyperdome Library\, 66-70 Mandew Street\, Shailer Park\, QLD\, 4128
CATEGORIES:Business Development,Business in the City of Logan
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Brisbane:20230823T090000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Brisbane:20230823T110000
DTSTAMP:20260605T205403
CREATED:20230612T064915Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230612T064915Z
UID:10000664-1692781200-1692788400@loed.com.au
SUMMARY:Stop Being Attractive to Hackers
DESCRIPTION:Most small businesses are accidentally left open to opportunist hackers. Close the holes and secure your business. \nWe will cover: \n\nTwo-factor authentication\nPassword managers\nTypes of attacks\nSecurity software\n\nAbout Liam Fahey\nLiam Fahey is a serial entrepreneur\, creative director\, photographer and social marketer. He has a proven track record creating online marketing campaigns for companies across different industries\, and a reputation for taking businesses from local markets to international markets with the right website design and social media. \nLiam believes any business can be successful by creating a marketing plan with a strong focus on branding and capability. He specialises in organic content creation and has been producing content for social media marketing for over 14 years. \nWith a trade behind him\, years of building businesses and insights into nearly every industry\, Liam is prepared to assist businesses to grow their knowledge.
URL:https://loed.com.au/events/stop-being-attractive-to-hackers/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:Business in the City of Logan,Small Business
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