14 November Hills District - Building Better Business Relationships

Welcome to the Local Area Marketing & Networking Groups - Hills District Networking where we build Better Business Relationships for quality business referrals and collaborations.

November's meeting's Keynote has shock revelations on small business HR; a new member sharing her start-up progress; a new coach sharing her techniques and our Video Project Part 2 - Storyboarding.

Film Studio Tour Open Day bookings are available, 2025 presentations can be reserved now and our and Christmas Party date is confirmed. This meeting, our last for 2024, is not to be missed!!

KEYNOTE

Human Resource Management - Myths and Legends for Small Business.
In today's fast-paced business environment, small business owners often overlook Human Resource Management (HRM). Many believe that HRM is only relevant for large corporations. However, this couldn't be further from the truth. Effective HR management practices are crucial for the growth and sustainability of any business, regardless of size. 

This keynote will debunk common myths and highlight the importance of strategic HR in small business settings.
SPEAKER - Roopa Menezes | Senior HR Consultant | Impact HR |E: roopa.menezes@impacthr.com.au | M: 0420 225 258 | W: www.impacthr.com.au |

Business INSIGHT 1 
Topic: A New Business Report Back: Alicia Whitford’s Entrepreneurial Journey
Join business start-up owner Alicia Whitford as she shares an inspiring update on the growth of her photography business. Discover the lessons learned, the challenges overcome, and the transformative journey of self-development that has shaped her entrepreneurial path and changes to her service structure
SPEAKER - Alicia Whitford | Photographer | Generational Photography Forever | generationalphotography@hotmail.com | P: 0412 106 755 | Instagram: @generational1986 | W: https://generationalphotography.com.au/

Business INSIGHT 2
Topic: The Ultimate You
New member Veronica Lemmer coaches individuals to unlock their potential and transform their personal and professional lives using evidence-based Meta Dynamic tools. Her techniques work for anyone wanting to achieve a specific goal, overcome a challenge, or find more meaning and purpose. 
SPEAKER: Veronica Lemmer |Founder Benchmark Transformation Coaching | E: vlemmer@gmail.com | https://www.linkedin.com/in/ve...
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TUTORIAL
Business Video Project Part 2 – Creating Your Storyboards
In this final tutorial, Group Organiser and LAMNG Chief Marketing Officer, Joe Kowalewski, will guide you through creating storyboards, why they are essential to making successful videos and how easy it can be to do so. We will cover getting into the right Mindspace, scripting, creating scenes, adding visuals and more. A Getting Started exercise is included for a Business Primer style video.

SPEAKER
Joe Kowalewski | Chief Marketing Officer | Local Area Marketing & Networking Group | E:joe@localareamktg.com.au | P: 0404 767 482 | W: Local Area Marketing & Networking Group  

What is the Business Video Project?
It enables members to receive a studio filming session of up to two hours during which they can create a series of promotional videos (potentially up to five) for only $200. At the end of your session, all videos have been completed with branding, messaging and any required effects included. The Local Area Marketing & Networking Group is co-ordinating this member initiative in conjunction with its project partners, Sydney Event Technical Specialists (SETS AV) and The Good Egg Studio.    

THE EXTRAS
Pre-book your 2025 presentations.
Sponsorship opportunities.
A star is born.
Studio Tour Dates & booking code
Christmas Event
Audio Recording test with RØDE.
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ABOUT US 

Hills District Business Networking is part of the Local Area Marketing & Networking Group (LAMNG). The Greater Western Sydney group operates in the Hills district, Parramatta, Blacktown, Penrith and the Lower Blue Mountains. 

All groups meet monthly in alternating weeks. You can attend the group of your choice or move around our network to expand your business network in a familiar environment. Our Blacktown group meets on a Wednesday evening from 6.30pm; Hills District from 9.30am; Parramatta group from 9.30am (New venue pending); Penrith and the Lower Blue Mountains from 9.30am. 

Each Group has it's own Facebook page where you can advertise your business, keep up to date with group promotional posts and keep in contact with other members. (You must be a regular group attendee to receive access. Behavioural standards apply to all groups).  Blacktown | Hills District | Parramatta | Penrith & Lower Mountains. 

OUR MEETINGS

All attendees have the opportunity to introduce themselves and their business. Depending on numbers, introductions are between 30-60 seconds - so it would be a good idea to make a note of the key points you want to make!

You get to meet like-minded people, exchange ideas, learn, socialise, collaborate, gain knowledge, form new relationships, get fresh business ideas and tips and, of course, expand your introduction-based business network.

Whether your business is shop, office, industry, home based or in a shared space, you will meet motivated owners and entrepreneurs to share your passion and grow your business with.

WHAT WE DO
Our online and face-to-face meetings are identical for all groups. They begin with:
1. Opening welcome.
2. 60-second Business Primers (all attendees).
3. Member Business INSIGHT* (up to 10 minutes when pre-booked).
4. Group photo.
5. Business Card Exchange (We do that online too!)
6. Five-minute break
7. Member Keynote* (up to 20 minutes when pre-booked).
8. Five-minute 1-1 Collaboration Discussion rotations. (Online – members auto-rotate via private virtual meeting rooms.) Additional 1-1 meeting time is always available at the end of meetings.
9. Meeting ends.

(Nervous about presenting? Don't worry - we will coach you through it.)

MEMBERSHIP FEES
Unlike many groups, we do not charge a membership or joining fee. Instead we charge attendance fees for all online and in-person meetings to cover costs and ensure small business owners are not dissuaded away from business networking by cost.

Every meeting has an attendance fee contribution to catering costs. Group sponsorship opportunities are also open to significantly boost your business profile.

Online meeting fees are set at $7.50 per attendee (Booking fee and GST inclusive). Face-to-face meeting fees (Inclusive of breakfast, morning tea or evening snacks - depending on the Group) $30 per attendee. Blacktown Group (BBN) $20 thanks to the generous sponsorship of Workers Blacktown. (Booking fee and GST inclusive).

Email networking@localareamktg.com.au for details or call 0404 767 482.

Group inquiries to:
Joe Kowalewski
Group Facilitator, Chief Marketing Officer, Local Area Marketing & Networking Group E: networking@localareamktg.com.au Ph: 0404 767 482