Gateway to Growth Summit 2026

What This Session Will Cover

This summit delivers valuable insights across critical business capability areas through six strategic partner presentations:

• Business Growth & Strategic Development: Moving from surviving to thriving.

• Procurement & Tender Excellence: Mastering the art and science of bidding for government and corporate contracts.

• Digital Capability: Positioning your business for major projects and market growth.

• Social Procurement: Connecting certified social enterprises with growth opportunities.

• Complex Project Leadership: Navigating modern business challenges beyond standard project management.

• Innovation & Manufacturing: Future-proofing via robotics, AI, and design-led innovation.

• Professional Profiling: Learning how to stand out using the ICN Gateway platform.

Key Takeaways

• Expert Insights: Access specialised expertise in business development, governance, and advanced manufacturing.

• Practical Support: Receive actionable advice and downloadable resources to help your business thrive.

• Winning Strategies: Gain the "Digital Confidence" and bidding skills needed to secure major project contracts.

• Future-Ready Tools: Understand how to integrate AI and robotics into your manufacturing processes.

• Enhanced Visibility: Learn professional profiling techniques to increase your brand exposure within the ICN network.

About the Speakers

The summit features a lineup of senior subject matter experts from respected industry leaders:

• 25eight: Meet Sam Hurley, an expert in empowering small and medium-sized businesses to thrive.

• BidWrite: Nigel Dennis is a specialist in the art and science of high-stakes bidding.

• Ionyx Digital: Matt Shaw will take you through digital positioning and supplier capability.

• Social Traders: Lauren McAlister will help you bridge the gap between social enterprises and procurement opportunities.

• ICCPM: Naomi Mathers is an authority on mastering complexity in modern business projects.

• ARM Hub: Cori Stewart will take you through the drivers of innovation in Australian manufacturing through AI and robotics.

• ICN National Office: Your partners in building a professional profile that stands out on the Gateway.