Business Matters: Global Partnerships, local impact

Unlocking business opportunities with Australia’s closest strategic partner 

The United States is one of Queensland’s most significant international partners – and a dynamic hub of innovation, trade, investment, education, and the arts. For Queensland businesses, opportunities to collaborate with and learn from, the world’s largest economy continue to grow, despite unpredictable market conditions. 

Join Business Chamber Queensland for our latest Business Matters lunch, supported by Australian Retirement Trust, featuring a keynote address from the Hon. Steven Marshall, President of the American Australian Association and former Premier of South Australia when it was named best event state in the nation. With extensive experience in government, business, international relations, and major events, Steven brings a unique perspective on how Queensland companies can engage with US markets, industries, and cultural institutions.  

From technology and defence to space, creative industries, and beyond, Steven will share how partnerships with the US - and major global events such as the Olympic and Paralympic Games - can drive local business growth, innovation, and long-term impact for Queensland. 

Event details:
Date: Monday, 8 September 2025
Time: 12:00pm - 2:00pm
Venue: The Westin, Brisbane
Address: 111 Mary Street, Brisbane

Tickets

General admission:
Single ticket: $220 + GST
Table of 10: $2,100 + GST

Business Chamber Queensland member price:
Single ticket: $180 + GST
Table of 10: $1,700 + GST

For members only: Click on 'discount code' on the registration page and enter the email address associated with your Business Chamber Queensland membership and hit 'apply'. This will apply member discount. Please contact the Business Chamber Queensland's marketing team at marketing@businesschamberqld.com.au for any assistance. Tickets are non-refundable. Ticket prices are excluding GST. Terms and conditions apply. See here 

Meet your speaker:

The Hon. Steven Marshall, President, The American Australian Association 

Steven Marshall is a prominent Australian political figure who served as the 46th Premier of South Australia. During his tenure, he concurrently held the positions of Minister for Defense, Space, and Cyber, as well as Minister for the Arts, Minister for Aboriginal Affairs, and Minister for Veterans' Affairs. Marshall led a strategic transformation of the state's economy, focusing on future industries such as advanced manufacturing, space, and defense. His leadership was instrumental in positioning South Australia as a global hub for innovation, attracting significant investments in the tech, defense, energy, and film sectors.  

Currently, Marshall serves as the President of the American Australian Association and on the Board of the Australian Advisory Council for MITRE, where he continues to advance Australia's space, cyber, and tech industries, promoting collaboration with global partners, especially the United States. His commitment to strengthening the US-Australian alliance is further exemplified by his role as a Governor of the American Chamber of Commerce in Australia (AmCham). 

About Australian Retirement Trust

Australian Retirement Trust (ART) is one of Australia’s largest super funds with over a century of experience*. Over 2.4 million Australians trust us to take care of over $330 billion of their retirement savings#. Whether you have one employee or hundreds, we’re here to help your employees awaken their super and retire well with confidence.

We are a fund that puts your business and your people first, trusted by over 185,000 employers. By partnering with us, you’ll get the benefits of being with one of Australia’s largest super funds including:

• specialist support when you need it

• secure online employer platforms 

• education resources

• rewards program 

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