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Full Day Program Draft Agenda – written by Luke Griffin – Co Director
Program for Suburban Business Summit – Central Coast
| Time | Session | Description | Speaker / Host | Location |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 08:30 – 09:00 | Arrival – Networking with Exhibitors | Attendee arrival, registration, and informal networking with exhibitors. | Event Team | Foyer / Exhibition Area |
| 09:00 – 09:10 | Welcome & Housekeeping | Welcome to the Suburban Business Summit – Central Coast and overview of the day. | MC – TBA | Main Room |
| 09:10 – 09:25 | Opening Address – Council | Opening remarks on the role of suburban business in the Central Coast region. | Council Representative | Main Room |
| 09:25 – 09:45 | Entrepreneur – From The Foundry | Entrepreneurial story and insights from The Foundry. | Guest Entrepreneur (The Foundry) | Main Room |
| 09:45 – 10:25 | First Panel – History of Business in the Central Coast towards the Future | Panel discussion exploring the evolution of business on the Central Coast and future directions. | Panel Guests + MC | Main Room |
| 10:25 – 10:35 | Caterer Talk – TBA | Short talk from the event caterer highlighting local produce and partnerships. | Caterer – TBA | Main Room |
| 10:35 – 11:00 | Morning Tea – Provided by Caterer | Morning tea and networking with exhibitors and other attendees. | All Attendees | Catering Area / Exhibition |
| 11:00 – 11:40 | Second Panel – Local Employment | Panel on local employment opportunities and pathways for the Central Coast. | Suggested: Bendigo Bank / Tyrepower / Clip & Climb | Main Room |
| 11:40 – 12:05 | Inspirational Speaker – Director of Tyrepower | Inspirational talk on ethical business and community-minded leadership. | Director of Tyrepower | Main Room |
| 12:05 – 12:35 | Third Panel – Gosford Precinct Highlight | Highlighting the Gosford precinct, investment, and growth opportunities. | Panel Guests | Main Room |
| 12:35 – 13:15 | Teambuilding – Suggested Led by University of Newcastle | Interactive team-building activity focused on collaboration and innovation. | Facilitator – University of Newcastle (Suggested) | Main Room / Breakout Space |
| 13:15 – 13:45 | Review & Presentation of Ideas | Groups present key ideas and reflections from the teambuilding session. | MC + Group Representatives | Main Room |
| 13:45 – 14:30 | Lunch – Provided by Local Caterers / Networking | Lunch break with informal networking and opportunity to visit exhibitors. | All Attendees | Catering Area / Exhibition |
| 14:30 – 15:10 | Fourth Panel – Local Professional Support Services | Discussion of available professional support services for businesses in the region. | Suggested: Service NSW / GEBC / Library | Main Room |
| 15:10 – 15:25 | Local Supporter Highlight | Spotlight on a local supporter and their contribution to the business community. | Local Supporter | Main Room |
| 15:25 – 16:05 | Fifth Panel – Local Trades for Charities | Panel on how local trades support charities and community initiatives. | Suggested: Bowerbird / Bikers Hand / Mongrels 2 Men | Main Room |
| 16:05 – 16:25 | Wrap Up of the Day – Key Learnings & Takeaways | Summary of key insights, next steps, and appreciation of partners and attendees. | MC – TBA | Main Room |
| From 16:30 | Networking – @ Funhaus | Informal networking event at Funhaus to continue conversations and connections. | All Attendees | Funhaus |