24 July Penrith City & Mulgoa Valley - Building Better Business Relationships

Welcome to the July meeting of the Penrith City and Mulgoa Valley Local Area Marketing & Networking Group - a collaborative growth hub where local business owners come together to build genuine connections, expand their networks, and enhance their visibility.

Join us on 24 July as we feature Wellness for business owners, tax tips & government support – all in one session! (see full program below).

Our groups are about creating opportunities where every voice matters and strong business relationships are built and thrive. We have a strong emphasis on sharing knowledge to benefit our members.

Photos, video snippets, and more! Every meeting gives promotional value. We capture it all giving you ready-to-use marketing content.

Want even more exposure? Three lucky attendees will have their 60-second business intro recorded and published on our brand-new YouTube channel, complete with their contact details to help attract new customers.

Seats fill fast—secure your spot today and make your business stand out!

24 JULY PR0GRAM – Don’t Miss Out!

KEYNOTE - From Burnout to Buy-In: Wellness That Works for Small Business Owners

Running a small business often means putting yourself last – but the truth is, your wellbeing is your business's greatest asset.

In this eye-opening and practical Keynote, Counsellor Tracy Shirvill sheds light on the silent costs of stress, burnout, and fatigue to men and women in the small business world.

Tracy will provide solutions to help business owners recognise the warning signs and reclaim their energy and clarity, without needing to overhaul their entire life.

Whether you're burning the candle at both ends or simply running on fumes, you'll walk away with tools and support that you can apply immediately – and a fresh mindset to go with them.

Tracy Shirvill | Registered Counsellor | Finding Felicity Counselling | E: finding.felicity@hotmail.com | P: 0424 148 722 | W: www.findingfelicitycounselling.com.au 

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Business INSIGHT - Unlocking Government Support for Small Business Success

We’re excited to welcome back Ryan Heslehurst, Business Concierge from the Service NSW Business Bureau, for another highly valued presentation. 

Ryan will share updates on government-backed initiatives tailored to support small businesses in today’s dynamic environment.

Topics include:

• Energy Rebates for both businesses and households.

• The Female Founder Start-up Program.

• How to Start a Business in NSW.

• Plus, a live Q&A session with Ryan to answer your questions directly!

Ryan Heslehurst | Business Concierge | Service NSW for Business | E: Ryan.Heslehurst@service.nsw.gov.au | M: 0447 213 831 | W: service.nsw.gov.au |

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Business INSIGHT - Tax Talk 2025: Updates, Opportunities & What to Watch For

Tax time doesn’t have to be stressful. With the right guidance and up-to-date knowledge, it can become an opportunity to strengthen your business.

In this practical and empowering session, Penrith-based Chartered Accountant Jit Chowdhery will walk you through the latest updates from the ATO, highlight smart ways to maximise your deductions, and share insights to help you stay ahead of potential changes.

Jit’s approach is simple: take the confusion out of tax so you can stay focused on what really matters — running and growing your business with confidence.

Jit Chowdhery | Principal - Chartered Accountant | i-accountant | E: Jit@i-accountant.com.au P:
W: https://i-accountant.com.au/ | LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/company/i-accountant/

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Calling All Small Business Owners!

Our popular 10-minute Member INSIGHT spots feature at every session. This is a great opportunity to showcase your business, share updates, or highlight an achievement.

These spots will be actively promoted on social media and featured in the official event program.

Register your interest by 9am Monday 26 May. Email: joe@localareamktg.com.au

WHAT YOU SHOULD KNOW
Our networking groups—operating in the Hills District, Blacktown City, Parramatta City, Penrith City & Mulgoa Valley —are designed with a specialised structure that ensures everyone has a voice at every meeting.

To foster genuine connections, referrals and meaningful business relationships, we limit group numbers. Each member has the opportunity to actively contribute, share their story, and build credibility within a trusted and supportive environment.

We maintain a strong marketing focus, capturing professional photographs at all events and filming individual presentations. These recordings serve as valuable marketing assets for both attendees and the group’s promotional efforts.

Additionally, each group has its own dedicated Facebook page, providing members with an extra platform to showcase their business and engage with the broader community.

Our goal is simple: to build better business relationships and referrals in a space where cooperation, credibility, and shared knowledge drive business success.

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The EXTRAS
1. Host a Meeting.
2. We launch our new Facebook Group for Penrith City & Mulgoa Valley members.
3. New 60-second video introductions for three members at each meeting. (For YouTube Channel)
4. QR Codes to join all Facebook groups.
5. Practera Project – Free Business research about to open for August-September.
6. 2025 presentation schedule bookings.
7. 2025 sponsorship opportunities.
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ABOUT US 
The Penrith City & Mulgoa Valley business networking group is part of the Local Area Marketing & Networking Group (LAMNG). The Greater Western Sydney group operates in the Hills district, Parramatta, Blacktown and Penrith City & Mulgoa Valley.

All groups meet monthly in alternating weeks. You can regularly attend the group of your choice or move around our network to expand your business in a familiar environment.

Each Group has its 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| New Penrith City & Mulgoa Valley site.

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!
Our networking group is designed to help you on your business journey by introducing you to like-minded business owners. We provide a welcoming and friendly environment for you to showcase your business and build good, solid and profitable relationships.
Potential clients/customers will always buy or refer others to those people and businesses they have a good relationship with. 

We facilitate those relationships in a friendly environment where everyone has a voice and opportunities.
In addition, we run Small Business Knowledge programs, provide individual business research programs and mentoring. We also proactively market your business via our Facebook, Instagram, LinkedIn and Twitter social media platforms to help you achieve maximum success.

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.

Business INSIGHTS & KEYNOTES
Don’t miss the chance to promote your business and connect with other small business owners! Attend our networking group meeting and present one of our 10-minute business INSIGHTS or 20-minute KEYNOTES, where you can share your story, insights, and offerings with a supportive audience. Email your interest to: networking@localareamktg.com.au 

Get in early and your business will be part of our pre-meeting marketing promoting your business via Facebook, LinkedIn, Instagram and email campaigns.

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 Business INSIGHT* (up to 10 minutes when pre-booked).
8. Member Keynote* (up to 20 minutes when pre-booked).
9. 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.
10. 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