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Latrobe City entrepreneurs celebrate Small Business Festival launch on 4 September 2023 was success
Latrobe City Council Small Business Festival, launched on September 4, celebrates local entrepreneurs, with Victorian Small Business Commissioner, Lynda McAlary-Smith as a special guest.
Latrobe City Council launched its Small Business Festival yesterday, Monday 4 September with special guest Victorian Small Business Commissioner, Lynda McAlary-Smith. Local small business owners attended the launch of the Small Business Festival which celebrates the important role small business plays, not only in our local economy but in our community. Latrobe City has more than 7,500 small businesses, all of which are the heartbeat of Latrobe City's economy.
Join the Small Business Festival for FREE events and workshops, featuring national thought leaders promoting upskilling, knowledge sharing, and networking
Small business vitality
Mayor of Latrobe City Council, Councillor Kellie O'Callaghan, said as our region transitions, small businesses will support the growth of new business and industry. "This sector is the lifeblood of our local economy, and it is events like this that help us celebrate the contributions businesses make to our community."
"As part of council's Our Transition Plan, council is committed to working with local businesses and industries, along with education and training providers to create a skill base that aligns with current and future business needs," said the Mayor.
Business festival highlights
The Small Business Festival will deliver a series of events and workshops featuring thought leaders from around Australia encouraging upskilling, knowledge sharing and networking. Special guest presenters include award-winning speaker and marketing maven, Katrina McCarter, customer experience mogul Amanda Stevens, and demographic and global trends expert Simon Kuestenmacher.
The festival program includes various workshops and keynote presentations that are all free to attend. The Small Business Festival is delivered by council to show support for local businesses and provide them with the resources they need to grow and succeed. To find more information about the festival program and register for the free events, visit Latrobe City Small Business Festival 2023 page.
Pictures from Latrobe City Council Facebook page.
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