Entrepreneurship for Everyone
A free, full-day program of talks, workshops and help-desks for people starting, running and growing small businesses in Canberra — with dedicated tracks for diverse founders, tradies, and emerging community-service operators.
A full day of practical
help — from welcome
to last orders.
The running order for the day. A handful of sessions are still locking in presenters — everything else is confirmed. We're continuing to expand content around NDIS, aged care, disability-led businesses and community-service pathways.
Free entry · Thursday 9 July 2026Welcome to Country & opening
Welcome to Country, introductions, an inclusivity welcome, and an overview of the day.
Getting started — fundamentals
Foundational sessions for early-stage and first-time founders. Help desk open throughout.
- Know Your BusinessThe Chatbot Agency
- Google Business Profile setupThe Chatbot Agency
- Google AnalyticsThe Chatbot Agency
- Thinking of Starting a Small BusinessJustin
- Business Planning SupportAsuria
- Help Desk — Getting OnlineAll
Networking break + quiet catch-up area
Coffee, conversations, and a low-stimulation room for those who'd rather chat 1:1.
Marketing, IT & trades
For operators ready to sharpen the way they reach customers and protect their business.
- Digital Marketing & Social MediaRD Consulting
- IT Basics & Cyber SecurityNormtech
- Tradie Business SupportWhat Works
- Small Business Help DeskAll
Lunch + lucky door prize
Catered lunch with space to keep talking.
Brand, content & connections
Sharper messaging, smarter networking, and a working LinkedIn presence.
- Content Creation & BrandingPresenter TBC
- LinkedIn MasterclassRD Consulting
- Networking & PitchingPresenter TBC
- Business Support Help DeskAll
Leads, money & pathways
Funding, financial literacy, and dedicated content for NDIS, aged-care and community-service operators.
- Meta Business Suite & Lead GenerationThe Chatbot Agency
- Grants & FundingPresenter TBC
- Financial LiteracyPresenter TBC
- NDIS / Aged Care / Community Business PathwaysPresenter TBCProposed
Build & automate
Putting the pieces together — your website, your brand, and AI to do the boring bits.
- Website Building & BrandingCasual Dot · The Chatbot Agency
- AI & Automation for ProductivityPresenter TBC
- Best Practices of Gen AI PromptingCyber Cure
Networking drinks & informal connections
Continuing the conversation — likely at an external venue/pub. Details to follow.
Eight ways to be
part of the day.
We're bringing partners in across the whole program. If any of the following fits what your organisation does, apply to take part — we read every application and reply within a few business days.
Speaking engagements or workshop presentations
Lead a session in your area of expertise. 30–60 minute slots available across the day.
SpeakerPanel discussions
Join a short, candid panel — first-time founders, tradies, or community-service operators.
PanellistStallholder / exhibitor participation
Set up a table in the networking area. Bring brochures, demos, and the people behind the brand.
ExhibitorInclusivity support & community engagement
Help us make the day genuinely accessible — translation, sensory-friendly spaces, advisory input.
InclusivityPromotion through stakeholder networks
Share the event with your members, clients and database. We'll provide co-branded assets.
PromotionHelp desk or advisory support
Staff a one-to-one help desk — getting online, business planning, or general advice.
AdvisorSponsorship
Underwrite catering, materials, lucky-door prizes, or after-hours drinks. Tiered options available.
SponsorCollaborative opportunities
Have an idea we haven't listed? Co-deliver something with us. Get in touch.
OpenWho's already at the table.
Currently involved or invited — and growing. If you don't see your organisation here, that's our cue to send the next invite.
Be there on 9 July.
Entry is free and everyone's welcome — founders, tradies, side-hustlers, and anyone thinking about starting. Add the day to your calendar now, and we'll send the registration link and final program as soon as they're live.
— no spam, no drip sequence. One email when it matters.On the day
- Thursday 9 July 2026, 9:00am – 5:00pm
- CBR Innovation Network · Level 5, 1 Moore Street, Canberra ACT 2601
- Free entry · all welcome
- Talks, hands-on workshops & one-to-one help desks
- Quiet catch-up area & accessibility support
Write us a line.
We'll write one back.
Not a form funnel. Not a "discovery call". Just a real message to a real person in Canberra who'll read it, think about it, and reply.