Welcome to the Local Area Marketing & Networking Group's Blacktown Business Network (BBN) where we build better business relationships.

Our meeting begins at 6.30pm at Workers Blacktown where there's always plenty of parking!

ROOM CHANGE
We are back in the Waratah Room at the top of the escalator. There will be a temporary sign at the door pending completion of club signage.

PROGRAM

Business INSIGHT: Living with diabetes.
Diabetes is a disease that cannot be reversed, but it can be managed. In this INSIGHT, Gabrielle Riches will discuss management options for the whole family.

SPEAKER
Gabrielle Riches | Founder and Director | Archangel Gabriel Consultancy® | M: 0413 409 585 | E: gabrielle@archangelgabriel.net.au | w: www.archangelgabriel.net.au
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Business INSIGHT: Empower your life and business with the 80-20 principle: Less effort, more impact.
Discover the fractal nature of the 80-20 rule and how it can turn ordinary moments into $10,000 hours. This presentation highlights the power of strategic focus in both business and personal contexts, demonstrating that even individuals on average income can achieve extraordinary value with the right approach. Learn to identify and capitalise on these high-impact opportunities to multiply the number of $10,000 hours in your life and work.

SPEAKER
Charles Barnard | The Growth Engineer | E: charles@thegrowthengineer.com.au | P: 0448 939 202
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KEYNOTE: Purposeful wellness supported by pure, potent, powerful essential oils.
Cherie Hunt has more than 14 years experience and learning using premium essential oils for wellness and well-being. she will be sharing some of her knowledge about essential oils and how they can enhance your well-being.

SPEAKER
Cherie Frost Hunt | Business owner | The Raindrop Room | E: Cherie@TheRaindropRoom.com.au | M: 0421 126 629 | https://oilswork.theraindroproom.com.au
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THE EXTRAS

BBN 25th Anniversary discussion.
Your opportunity to run a meeting.

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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.

ABOUT US

Blacktown Business Network (BBN) is part of the Local Area Marketing & Networking Group (LAMNG). The Greater Western Sydney group also operates in the Hills district, Parramatta, 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.

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 | 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 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