Join us on Thursday 3rd August from 3pm to 8pm at Venue 114 for the Thriving Through Change Business Resilience Expo!

Come and access resources, practical tools and support and learn about the cutting-edge innovations and digital solutions for your business. Thriving Through Change is the perfect place to connect, learn and grow with the business community.

This year the event will feature over 35 exhibitors and connect you with government support agencies, Chambers of Commerce and industry groups, all providing your business with valuable support and growth opportunities.

What's on the agenda?

From 3.30pm - 4.30pm you will have the option to attend 1 of 2 different Masterclasses;

BEYOND FACEBOOK AND INSTAGRAM with Matt Travers and Jess Vick, from Sunny Digital

Thursday 3rd August 3.30pm - 4.30pm

What does digital marketing look like in 2023? Find out which growing social media and digital platforms are reaching audiences and fuelling engagement. Learn common mistakes businesses make in their digital marketing and how to avoid them. Gather some tips and tricks that will help your ads become more efficient and give you better value on your spend.

AI TOOLS FOR SMALL BUSINESS with Dr Karen Sutherland, SFHEA Senior Lecturer at UniSC

Thursday 3rd August 3.30pm - 4.30pm

This targeted masterclass will show you why AI tools are something to harness for your business, not avoid. AI creates endless opportunities for businesses to improve efficiencies and innovate. Learn tools and strategies from our expert facilitator that can be easily implemented into your business.

At 5.30pm - 6.30pm join us for an unmissable session with Keynote speaker Chris Riddell, award-winning futurist.

KEYNOTE - BUSINESS BEYOND 2030 with Chris Riddell, Award-Winning Futurist

Thursday 3rd August 5.30pm - 6.30pm

It's never too soon to prepare your business for the world tomorrow. The speed of change we're experiencing is altering every facet of our lives - and this dramatically different world requires a shift in thinking and a fresh perspective on business, on leadership and on our global community. Chris will speak of preparing your business for this new world by immersing your business and teams in the critical factors that have the power to affect how you do business today and how you evolve and thrive towards the future.

To wrap up the night you will have the opportunity to join us for an evening of networking from 6.30pm - 8.00pm.

BUSINESS RESILIENCE NETWORKING EVENT

Thursday 3rd August 6.30pm - 8.00pm

A networking event not to be missed. Join us for an evening of connection and collaboration with over 35 exhibitors offering tailored support services for your business. Engage with other Sunshine Coast local businesses, access support and resources from valuable government agencies, expand your network and unlock opportunities for your business resilience and growth.

This year Thriving Through Change will be incorporated within Forward Fest, a dynamic and engaging business festival of ideas, creativity and technology. "Council is excited to have our signature expo, Thriving Through Change, headline at Forward Fest to enable local businesses to access the incredible speakers, learnings and practical tools these events offer in a one-stop-shop," Mayor Marke Jamieson, Sunshine Coast Council.

*If you have already purchased a Day Pass to Forward Fest, these events are included within your ticket.