Business Networking Lunch - Navigating Change In Your Business

Join the local business community for a spectacular business luncheon hosted by Maribyrnong City Council.

Nestled on the banks of the Maribyrnong River, the Footscray Community Arts Centre will be the perfect backdrop to mingle and network with others, whilst hearing fascinating and inspiring stories from local esteemed business owners from within our wonderful community. Learn how they’ve navigated change throughout their careers, businesses and personal lives. Each panelist brings an insightful perspective about how they’ve grown their business and will inspire and delight you to take hold of changes in your business to help strengthen and grow.

Our panel of speakers include:

Sonia Lear from Campground Kitchen

Pivoting is no problem for Sonia; whose career commenced in the corporate world and took a sharp turn when marriage and children came along. We will hear all about the twists and turns that comes with running a family business. 

Branko Lemaic from Jas Stephens Real Estate
Branko's team are celebrating 100 years of business in Maribyrnong! Jas Stephens Real Estate have been going strong for three generations and we will learn all about longevity and what's required to overcome adversity during times of crisis. 

and Dr Jen Frahm, from the Agile Change Leadership institute
A sought after local professional specialising in change management and leadership, Jen will share some hints and tips on how to manage change in your business and the crucial steps needed to ensure a profitable and sustainable business. 

Our Panel Moderator Ailsa Page will unearth ways to help you manage change in your business and highlight the importance of proactive change to improve profitability, workplace culture and much more.

Morning tea and lunch will be served in the Art Centre gardens with barista coffee, door prizes and entertainment to keep you building your networks and enjoy the scenery of the river and beyond. 

Proceedings for the day: 

Arrival: 10.45am

Networking and morning tea: 10.45am - 11.30pm

Panel discussion: 11.30am - 12.20pm 

Lunch is served: 12.30pm-1.30pm

Networking: 1.30pm - 2.30pm

This event is proudly sponsored by Red Herring Digital