NBIS NETWORKING EVENT 2026: Building Businesses That Last - Presented by Four Pillars Co Founder Matt Jones, featuring Produced in Nillumbik Showcase
Description
This event is the key networking evening of the NBIS series, bringing local businesses together for a night of connection, conversation and inspiration.
Registration information
Due to the anticipated popularity of this event a $10 refundable registration deposit is required to secure your place. The $10 will be refunded within 10 working days to those who attend the event. Processing times may vary depending on your financial institution.
Cancellations within 48 hours of the event and non-attendance will result in the registration deposit being forfeited. This ensures that available places can be offered promptly to businesses on the waitlist and helps manage attendance at the event.
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Lineup
Matt Jones
Creative strategist and co-founder of Four Pillars Gin, one of Australia’s most successful craft brands.
Agenda
- 5:30 pm - 6:30 pm
Produced In Nillumbik Showcase
The evening begins with a curated Produced in Nillumbik showcase featuring local makers and producers. Guests will have the opportunity to meet the makers, enjoy tastings, experience product demonstrations and purchase locally produced goods. The showcase offers a live example of brand, craft and customer experience in action before the keynote begins.
- 6:30 pm - 7:30 pm
Keynote Speaker Matt Jones
This keynote is designed for businesses of all sizes, including home based and small businesses across professional services, retail, trades, hospitality, health, consulting and creative industries. The principles of clarity, craft and customer experience apply universally, regardless of scale. Drawing on his experience across economics, strategy and entrepreneurship, Matt will explore what it takes to build a business that people trust, choose and recommend. Using real business experiences as case studies, he will share practical insights into how businesses of any size can grow through: Clear strategic thinking Defined purpose and positioning Thoughtful storytelling Memorable customer experiences Focused and disciplined execution The Nillumbik Business Ignite Series (NBIS) is a two week program of high impact workshops, keynote speakers and networking events designed to support and grow Nillumbik’s business community. NBIS is presented by Council in partnership with your local Bendigo Community Bank branches of Hurstbridge, Diamond Creek and Eltham.
- 7:30 am - 8:00 pm
PIN Showcase continued and casual networking
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