SME&E GROWTH EVENT PROGRAMME

MOONSHOTS TO MUNDANE MAGIC - Be inspired to scale; learn about global case studies and exponential thinking around leading edge technology.

TELL ME THE GOOD NEWS - A rare, unique "insider's view" on how the media works. From clickbait to algorithms and everything in between – Jehan will explain how we can take back control and find the good news, especially during this period of economic uncertainty.

1. ARE YOU READY TO SCALE YOUR SALES TO DRIVE GROWTH?
   
   With your sales process in place the next step is moving from organic to proactive sales, and scaling for growth. This workshop will help you work through scaling your processes, telling your stories to grow sales, enabling your sales partners and the keys to successful relationship management. This fast paced, practical workshop will give you tools to grow both locally and globally.
   
   Hosted by Ian Cartwright from Ian Cartwright Sales Coaching
   
   

2. BECOME THE BUSINESS YOU WANT - NOT THE BUSINESS YOU CURRENTLY ARE.
   
   Are you tired of your small business feeling like a circus without a ringmaster? Do you feel like you're juggling too many tasks without a safety net? Fear not, fellow entrepreneurs! This workshop is here to teach you the art of running your business like a well-oiled machine. Join us for a session of laughs, learning, and maybe even a few clown sightings (just kidding, we promise). You'll leave feeling like the ultimate business ringleader, ready to take on the world.
   
   Hosted by Rob Bull from Plexus Consulting

1. OWN YOUR PERSONAL BRAND LIKE A BOSS

   You built your business off the back of your reputation and referrals. Then you were told you needed to run ads to grow, but that didn’t work. So why not just scale your reputation? It’s worked before, and in this workshop we'll explore how and why it works.

   Whether it’s through LinkedIn, Meta, or TikTok, come along to this workshop and let Stanley show you how to grow your business using your personal brand.

   Hosted by Stanley Henry from The Attention Seeker
   
   

2. UNLOCKING YOUR MARKETING POTENTIAL: THE KEY TO CUSTOMER GROWTH presented by Yellow
   
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   Hosted by Franc van Staden from Yellow

This panel is your golden opportunity to gain insider knowledge, tips, and strategies for raising capital.

Are you seeking funding for your business or eager to learn from experts in the field? Look no further! We have assembled a stellar line-up of esteemed panellists including venture capitalists, angel investors, fintech innovators, and visionary founders who've experienced the funding journey first-hand. From exploring investment opportunities to how to pitch your ideas, they'll provide invaluable insights to help you navigate the funding landscape.

Panellists include:
Adrienne Begbie - Prospa - Fintech
Simeon Burnett - Snowball Effect - Crowdfunding
Nadine Hill - 2040 Ventures - VC
Brent Spicer - Marsello - Raised $8mil+
John Kells - Global From Day One (GD1) - VC

1. PREPARING TO SCALE YOUR BUSINESS WORKSHOP
   
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2. DIGITAL MARKETING WORKSHOP
   
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1. CREATE A PITCH DECK THAT SELLS
   
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2. "MASTERING REMUNERATION: A WORKSHOP ON EFFECTIVE REMUNERATION MANAGEMENT" presented by Strategic Pay Ltd.
   
   Learn how an effective remuneration strategy & the right tools can help you attract & retain the best talent for your business. Don't miss out on this opportunity to optimize your company's remuneration strategy.
   
   Hosted by Mike Boneham from Strategic Pay Ltd.

CHEERS TO EQUITY CROWDFUNDING - THE STORY ABOUT BUILDING ONE OF NZ’S LARGEST CRAFT BREWERIES WITH CROWD POWER

In this headline presentation Matt and Paul will discuss how Parrotdog has grown from home brewing in their student flat in 2009, to now being one of the largest craft beer brands in New Zealand with one of the top selling craft beer SKUs in their Birdseye Hazy IPA. 

From their large scale craft brewery and bar production facility in Lyall Bay Wellington, they are producing in excess of 3 million litres per annum. With new equity onboard, via a recently completed equity raise with Snowball Effect, they are primed to continue to grow the brewery and brand.