Our team at Strategem is always looking for arising opportunities to help support our clients in growing their business. Recently, we’ve come across some great opportunities that may interest you in your journey of entrepreneurship to building better business strategies, efficient systems and networking.

If you’re looking to bring a new business idea to life or you’re simply wanting to source supportive workshops that are tailored to what your business needs, check out these opportunities below.

Workshop: Winning government grants and tenders

On Monday, 20 March 2023 at 9.30am - 11.30am, come along to this free workshop delivered by Business Victoria, designed to give small businesses the confidence they need to engage in government work. The workshop will be delving deep into practical tips and simple strategies on how to respond to government tenders, quotes and grants.

This will be a very useful workshop for businesses looking to prepare for opportunities the Commonwealth Games will produce. The previous Games employed local marketing, catering, transport, events management, sporting, merchandising, and other businesses.

The topics covered include:

How government purchases goods and services
How to engage with government, both within and across departments
How to market unique capabilities to government
How to maximise opportunities for success

Click here to register.

Ways to Save for Hospitality Business

If you’re looking to cut costs and increase energy efficiency in your business, the Department of Environment, Land, Water and Planning, in partnership with Sustainability Victoria, have launched a short video series to show businesses how they can reduce their energy use and save thousands on bills each year.

With energy being one of the biggest operating costs for businesses, these videos highlight ways to save energy in 5 key areas:

Heating and cooling
Lighting
Cooking
Refrigeration
Coffee machines

Learn tips for simple changes your business can implement that can deliver immediate savings.

Click here to find out more.

Emporium Creative Hub Incubator Program 2023

Are you ready to bring your brilliant new business idea to life?

The Emporium Creative Hub business incubation program provides participants with the tools, knowledge and confidence to develop and grow their creative enterprise through a mix of experiential and classroom-based learning opportunities.

Over 14 sessions, they provide emerging creative entrepreneurs with the support, connections, practical tools and processes to grow a strong, viable business.

Click here to find out more and to apply.

We are here to help

If you need further advice or you’re looking for other opportunities that may peak your interest, please do not hesitate to contact our office on (03) 5445 4777 and one of our Accountants will be available to support you.

For us, helping our community find the best business strategies and pursue business success is why we do what we do.