2025 Northern Rivers Economic Breakfast

Please join business leaders from across the Northern Rivers region for the 3rd annual Northern Rivers Economic Breakfast hosted by Business NSW Regional Leaders on Thursday 13 March at Ballina RSL, 7am – 9.30am. 

Guest speaker, Dr Sherman Chan - Business NSW Chief Economist, will share her highly regarded economic analysis at a global, national and regional level with key insights and intelligence to guide business and industry development. 

The Northern Rivers Economic Breakfast event has grown each year - with exceptional feedback from attendees, including local business and economics students who are provided complementary tickets curtesy of the Regional Leaders group.  

Business Leaders Panel 

We are excited to announce our inspiring panel of business leaders for the Northern Rivers Economic Breakfast, where we will explore the theme of Business Transformation.  Joining us for this dynamic discussion, and expertly led by Dr Sherman Chan, are:

Lisa Smith, CEO, Biala - a seasoned leader with extensive experience in transforming social impact and not for profit businesses to drive growth and resilience in the pursuit of driving employment for youth with disabilities.

Ben Pieterse, General Manager Consulting, ENV Solutions - A rising leader benefiting from ENV Solutions management team undertaking a transformation journey to shape their future with the best talent.

Suzie Slingsby, Head of Strategic Growth, Zepto - A strategic growth expert, guiding a fintech business through transformational change as they continue to scale, expand and adapt to change simultaneously.

Joel Jensen, Founder & Director, Joel Jensen Constructions - A building and trades business leader who has navigated challenges, successfully scaled his business and supported his community through tough times, now driving his next phase of growth.

Each panellist brings a unique perspective, from corporate strategy to hands-on industry experience, ensuring a well-rounded and insightful discussion. Whether you’re a business owner, leader, or innovator, this is an opportunity to gain valuable insights into the evolving business landscape in the Northern Rivers and what it takes to thrive through change.

Another special guest speaker, and a leader who understands transformation very well is Professor Tyrone Carlin, Vice Chancellor of Southern Cross University who will set the tone for the morning with a motivational keynote.

Bookings essential.

NORTHERN RIVERS ECONOMIC BREAKFAST 

Thursday 13 March 2025 

7am – 9.30am 

Ballina RSL Club 

(cnr of River & Grant Street, Ballina) 

Please contact kate.fletcher@businessnsw.com for additional event information.

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