Welcome to the City of Marion BUSINESS TALK, the Council's dedicated newsletter providing you with a monthly snapshot of what is happening in your business community.
This month we have a focus on assistance that can open new markets for your business.
Looking to export your products or services overseas?
The
TradeStart network can assist export ready companies to access international markets. The program flexibly addresses the needs of individual businesses drawing on the combined resources of Austrade and the Department of State Development. The program contains elements of coaching and action learning, with the goal being to assist each business to achieve long-term success in international business. In Southern Adelaide, contact
Nicola Kelly, Export Advisor, Department of State Development on 0477 747 654 for a confidential discussion.
Want to accelerate the commercialisation of a product, process or service?
The
Accelerating Commercialisation element of the Entrepreneurs' Programme may assist you. The program can provide funding support on a $ for $ basis up to $1 Million for prototypes and commercialisation projects over a two year period.
It can also provide access to Commercialisation Advisers and a worldwide 'Expert Network'. In Southern Adelaide, contact
Grant Steinberg, Commercialisation Adviser, Department of Industry, Innovation and Science on 0414 881 898 for a confidential discussion.
Need help with your online presence to drive international sales?
The
Digital Growth Program offers free tailored advice to Southern Adelaide businesses over two streams:
* Digital Start - 1.5 hours of one-on-one time to help you with your business start-up digital needs.
* Digital Audit - Designed for established businesses, the free
Digital Audit will take a close look at your existing website and
social media and use of digital technologies and IT.
Would you like to adapt your current website to meet the needs of your buyers of a specific international market?
The Export Partnership Program provides funding assistance for small and medium-sized businesses to access new global markets through marketing and export development opportunities. Successful applicants may receive up to a maximum of $50,000 to assist with export activities. Grants of up to $5,000 are also available to aspiring exporters for coaching and mentoring expenses. To find out more, contact Nicola Kelly on 0477 747 654 or visit the Export Partnership Program website.
Cove Enterprise Hub
Workshop
Date & Time
Cost
Online Business Essentials
22 October @ 9am
$55
Industry Skills Fund Advice
28 October @ 10am
FREE
Introduction to Grant Writing
13 November @ 8am
FREE
Will your idea work as a business?
26 November @ 5:45pm
FREE
Company Hub - one-on-one session
All of October and November 2015
FREE
For more information email Marissaor phone (08) 8375 6765.
Free business advice?
The City of Marion and the Department of State Development have joined forces to fund a service aimed at helping small businesses develop and grow in the region. Bob Sloan, our experienced Business Advisor, is available for a confidential discussion at either your place of business, Tonsley or Hallett Cove. Bob is available to help people looking at starting out or existing businesses. Call Bob on 0417 731 125 to make an appointment.
Boost Business Online
Want to learn how to be more successful online with your business or your business idea?
The Online Business Essentials Workshop will point you in the right direction as you learn why it is important to have an online business mindset and determine the right online presence for your business, whether it be Facebook, Instagram, Twitter or LinkedIn. The workshop cost is $55 and will be held on Tuesday, 24 November at 2pm.
For more information contact Donna Griffiths at the City of Marion on 8375 6897.
Like us on Facebook
We have launched our new Facebook page dedicated to the business community. To keep up-dated, you can find us at www.facebook.com/BusinessMarion
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