Is Your Small Business Ready for the Unexpected?

Free Disaster Preparedness Sessions for Small Business Owners, Makers and Sole Traders

Disasters can strike at any time—fires, floods, illness, theft, or unexpected disruptions. Are you confident your business could weather the storm?

How will you cope if your business is impacted by a disaster?

Whether you're a sole trader, hobby farmer, small business owner, or the manager of a large corporation, preparing for unexpected events is essential. Fires, floods, storms, illness, theft, or the loss of a major customer can all be considered disasters. How will you cope under the immense stress of a disaster impacting your business?

Mental Fitness - Overwhelm/Stress & Balance with Andy Finestone. Join Andy Finestone OAM, in a fun and engaging session that will leave you with simple strategies to shift from overwhelm to a calmer and more positive outlook. Learn to quiet the, often negative, chatter in your head and make room for more effective communication, better relationships and outcomes. As a physiotherapist, wellness coach, ultramarathon runner and NFP founder, Andy will inspire you to take the first steps towards taking more control of your mind and your often subconscious behaviours.

Mental Resilience for Business Owners with Partners in Wellbeing. Betsy Phillipowsky, the CALD Engagement Worker at Neami National, has five years of experience in community mental health. She is dedicated to breaking down barriers to mental health support and empowering diverse communities. During this special one-hour workshop we will cover the importance of wellbeing, signs of poor wellbeing, and the impact of stress on our wellbeing. We’ll dive into strategies to boost your wellbeing and show you how Partners in Wellbeing can support you in your journey. Plus, you'll experience a relaxing mindfulness activity to calm your mind and recharge. Prioritising your wellbeing is key to thriving in every aspect of life. By investing time in understanding and improving your wellbeing, you’re laying the foundation for long-term success, resilience, and happiness. Join us in this workshop to discover how small steps can make a big difference in your wellbeing.

This workshop is open to all businesses, regardless of size or financial turnover.

Hosted by the Baw Baw Shire Council Emergency Management Team, with support from the Victoria State Government Council Flood Support Fund