How to Amplify Your Impact in Your Regional Community with Kerry Grace & Dr. Chad Renando - BFGN Series #4

Have you ever felt the drive to make a tangible difference in your regional community but struggled to find the right strategies and tools to do so? This webinar is your opportunity to learn how to amplify your impact effectively and sustainably.

Join us for an insightful webinar on "How to Amplify Your Impact in Your Regional Community" with Kerry Grace and a distinguished expert on regional social impact. This BFGN Series session is tailored for purpose-led founders and professionals working in social enterprises or aiming to drive regional impact.

Date: Wednesday, 28th August 2024
Time: 12PM-1PM AEST (10AM-11AM AWST, 2PM-3PM NZST)
Platform: Online
Cost: Free for BFGN members, $20 for non-members

Regional communities face unique challenges and opportunities, requiring tailored solutions for sustainable impact. This webinar, hosted by Social Impact in the Regions (SIITR), a BFGN Partner, will give you a taste of what's to come at the upcoming SIITR conference in September. Explore strategies to enhance your influence and effectiveness in regional settings and get a sneak peek of the insights and tools that will be further explored at the conference.

About the speakers:

Kerry Grace: A skilled communicator with a profound understanding of regional dynamics, Kerry has been brokering solutions between community, business, and government for years. As the founder of Evolve Group Network and former CEO of Regional Development Australia Mid North Coast, Kerry has led numerous initiatives in community engagement, strategic planning, and vocational education. Her extensive experience includes skills analysis, development of educational pathways, and advocacy for regional development. Kerry is also an accomplished writer and speaker, set to release her first book, Spiralling Up, a Toolkit for Accidental Leaders in 2024.

Dr. Chad Renando: Dr Chad Renando is a Research Fellow (Innovation Ecosystems) with the Rural Economies Centre of Excellence at the University of Southern Queensland, with a focus on understanding the contribution of innovation and entrepreneurship on community resilience in rural economies.
Chad’s other roles include leading the innovation and policy mapping theme of the Queensland Decarbonisation Hub, mapping and measuring the Australian innovation ecosystem as CEO of the not-for-profit Startup Status, and Chair of Global Entrepreneurship Network Australia.
As co-founder of the Ready Communities two-year place-based program, Chad applies his experience towards practical outcomes for local impact and global relevance.

In this webinar, Kerry and her guest will cover:

• Understanding and leveraging regional community dynamics
• Effective strategies for community engagement and advocacy
• Building sustainable solutions through collaboration
• Practical tools to enhance your regional impact

This session is an opportunity to gain valuable insights from leading experts and connect with a network of like-minded professionals dedicated to making a difference in their regional communities. Plus, get a preview of the compelling content and networking opportunities that await you at the SIITR conference in a couple of weeks.

Secure your spot today to amplify your impact and drive meaningful change in your region.

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