Welcome to the Blacktown business network that builds better relationships.

Our August meeting has something for everyone with 1-1 collaboration discussions; member INSIGHTS on restarting your business; changes in Artificial Intelligence for business owners and a keynote that looks behind the scenes when an IT business unexpectedly becomes its own client.

KEYNOTE – PROOF THAT IT BUGS CAN BITE ANYONE – EVEN IT PEOPLE!

Everyone can learn from bad IT experiences. This includes IT companies that are not immune from being unexpectedly bitten by the very technology that supports their business. There’s a lesson to be learned here that underpins all businesses.

SPEAKER

Ben Cousins | Managing Director | Asperger Media Pty Ltd | P: 02 8038 6324 | E : hello@asperger.media | W: https://asperger.media/

BUSINESS INSIGHT – WHY RESTARTING YOUR BUSINESS CAN BE GOOD FOR YOU

Even the best computers or machines need maintenance for optimum performance and then a restart. Businesses are not a lot different, except a restart could revolutionise your business. Catching up with what you lost, strategic reshaping, rebuilding – could be inspirational for your business and for you.

SPEAKER

BUSINESS INSIGHT – ARTIFICIAL INTELLIGENCE IMPACTS ON SMALL BUSINESS

Changes in Ai and Its Impact on Small Businesses offers a direct business insight into the practical limits and applications of Ai tools like ChatGPT and Bard for small enterprises.

SPEAKER

THE EXTRAS
WEXPO 2023 small business exhibition
Food for all
Supporting DV victims – LAMNG charity dinner invitation

FACILITATOR

Joe Kowalewski | Chief Marketing Officer | Local Area Marketing & Networking Group | E: joe@localareamktg.com.au | P: 0404 767 482 | W: Local Area Marketing & Networking Group

Blacktown City (Blacktown Business Network) is a member of the Local Area Marketing & Networking Group (LAMNG). The Greater Western Sydney group operates in the Hills district, Parramatta, Blacktown, 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. Our Blacktown group meets on a Wednesday evening from 6.30pm; Baulkham Hills from 9.30am; Parramatta group from 9.30am and is currently online; Penrith and the Lower Blue Mountains from 9.30am.

You can see all group meeting dates, information and bookings here. (This page is under construction and will launch in a few days time).

Each Group has it's 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) $25 per attendee. Blacktown Group (BBN) $17 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