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REGIONAL SMALL + MICRO

BUSINESS OWNERS

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Presenting

'My Business Compass'

Roadshow

Register now and join our mission to redefine 'small' business with big heart and hustle!

Help bring this transformative roadshow to your community and give local small and micro businesses the boost they need.

WE'LL DO IT ALL FOR YOU.

We're calling on local governments, business groups, and community leaders to partner with us.

Let’s work together to empower your area with 'My Business Compass'—a game-changing initiative by The Regional Collective.

How it Works

Our fully-inclusive roadshow provides a full day of mini-workshops, covering essential, foundational business topics like Financial Savvy, Marketing Strategies, and Leadership Development. Now, these are tailored specifically for small business owners in regional areas.

As a business-owner, most days we don't know if we're really doing a good job in our business!

"Am I managing everything effectively?"

"Am I making the right decisions?"

"What do I need to do now?"

While we don't have the exact recipe (!) we know that by covering these key topics, we can get a good overview of where we're at - and more importantly - how to get where we're going, with My Business Compass.

Each topic content is curated and delivered by a Regional Guide expert, helping local entrepreneurs thrive in today's competitive market.

My Business Compass Roadshow

is structured to maximise learning and networking:

Preceding Networking Event (Evening Before Workshops)
Time: 5:00 PM - 7:00 PM
Activities: The evening kicks off with welcome drinks, casual introductions, and networking activities. It's a great chance to meet fellow attendees, business community advocates and speakers in a relaxed setting before the full day of workshops.

Workshop Day
Time: 9:00 AM - 3:00 PM
Morning Sessions:
Brand Identity |  Financial Savvy  |  Marketing Strategies

LUNCH

Afternoon Sessions:
Leadership & Teams  |  The Way We Work  |  Reflect & Evolve/Scale

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Practical Skills for Real Businesses

This roadshow is all about giving practical skills that can be used right away. Whether you’re figuring out the finances, planning your marketing, or streamlining your operations, we'll cover the essentials of running a small or micro business effectively.

Bringing Business Owners Together

We’re hitting several regional hubs to help build stronger networks among local entrepreneurs. It’s about getting to know your neighbours in business, sharing tips, and finding ways to support each other

Expert Advice on Tap

Each workshop is led by our founder, Shelley Cox and two of our Regional Guides—real experts who know their stuff. They're on hand to share their insights and answer your questions. It's like having a business mentor who can help you navigate the tricky parts of running your business.

KEY FEATURES OF THE ROADSHOW

  • The Regional Collective takes care of all event management, marketing & execution.
  • Expert-Led Workshops: Each topic will be facilitated by at least three of our experienced professionals known as Regional Guides.
  • Networking Opportunities: An evening event prior to the workshop to meet fellow business owners and build connections.
  • Catering: Full catering provided during the workshop day, including morning tea, lunch, and afternoon tea.
  • Interactive Format: Engaging, interactive sessions with Q&A segments, practical exercises, and actionable advice. 
  • Resource Distribution: Participants will receive a comprehensive resource pack that includes tools, checklists, and guides.
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Meet your Regional Guides

Local Legends  |  Brain Power  | Better Together

Our Regional Guides are local legends who know that business success is deeply intertwined with community life.

They bring a diverse range of expertise, offering collaborative problem-solving to propel your business forward.

Driven by a strong passion for regional development, they are committed to ensuring that every local business not only survives but thrives.

Together, we're stronger and better equipped to face the challenges and opportunities unique to regional business environments.

Kat Crane - Crane Creative

DIGITAL MARKETING

STRATEGY DEVELOPMENT

SOCIAL MEDIA EXPERTISE

 

Angela Pickett - Copywriter

WEBSITE COPY & CONTENT

SALES PAGE WRITING

AWARDS & GRANT WRITING

Johan Czanik - Your Number Man

FINANCIAL CLARITY

CASH FLOW MANAGEMENT

PROFITABILITY STRATEGIES

Leanne Hasting - Leanna J Consulting

JARGON-FREE HR ADVICE

LEADERSHIP MENTORING

TEAM EFFECTIVENESS TRAINING

Shelley Cox - The Regional Collective

BUSINESS COACHING

OPERATIONAL EFFICIENCIES

MENTORSHIP

 

Lydia Kalleske - For Abel Photography

STORYTELLING

BUSINESS PHOTOGRAPHY

LIFESTYLE + LUXE EXPERIENCES PHOTOGRAPHER

Laura Mudge - Smudge Copywriting

E-COMMERCE SPECIALIST

COPYWRITING EXPERTISE

BUSINESS + SUSTAINABILITY INSIGHT

Leah Bartsch - Online Business Manager

ORGANISATIONAL EXPERTISE

MARKET STALL OWNERS

STREAMLINING OPERATIONS

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