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• Introducing Member Spotlight Presentations

  • When
    5 Jun 2026
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    08:00 - 09:00
  • Location
    Coast 175, Unit 1/175 Ocean View Rd, Ettalong Beach NSW 2257

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  Our Very First Member Spotlight Presentations

  At SBNG, we know that not every brilliant business owner feels naturally comfortable stepping up to present in front of a room.  And honestly?  That’s exactly why we’ve created this new format — as a supportive opportunity for members to build confidence, strengthen visibility, and share a little more about the heart behind their business, without the pressure of delivering a full-length keynote presentation.

  So at this meeting we’ll hear from three SBNG members, each speaking for around 10 minutes, giving us a short insight into who they are, how they help their clients, and the experience they bring to their industry.

  For our very first Spotlight event, we’re excited to hear from:

  Sylvi Soe - sharing how authentic video storytelling helps businesses build trust, visibility, and meaningful connection with their audience.

  Amanda Reynolds - bringing her own professional insights, experience, and perspective from her work and business journey.

  Richard Melrose - drawing on more than 30 years in equipment finance and banking to share how businesses can access the right support and funding solutions to grow.

  This new format is designed to feel relaxed, encouraging, and genuinely supportive — both for the presenters and for our members getting to know one another on a deeper level.  Because sometimes confidence doesn’t begin with standing on a big stage ... sometimes it begins with simply taking one small step into visibility in a supportive environment.

  We’d love you to join us and support these members as they step forward and share their stories, experience, and expertise.

  
  

  Plus of course you'll have the opportunity to introduce yourself and your business to other small business owners and managers as you present your 20 second Elevator Pitch.

  
  

  Spread the word, invite a friend to register and make it your business to join us!
  

  
  

  Kind regards

  Mark Hanslow

  Peninsula Patron, SBNG

  
  

  Location:

  Coast 175, Unit 1/175 Ocean View Rd, Ettalong Beach NSW 2257

  
  

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• A Collaborative Brainstorm for Business Connections

  • When
    12 Jun 2026
  •  
    08:00 - 09:00
  • Location
    Breaking Grounds Cafe, 1 Bryant Drive, Tuggerah 2259

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  Referral Radar – A Collaborative Brainstorm for Business Connections

  At our upcoming meeting we’ll be running a short interactive activity designed to help members uncover new referral opportunities and strategic connections.

  Many business owners naturally ask for the obvious referral — the customer who is ready to buy. However, some of the most valuable introductions come from the wider network around your business.

  In our Referral Radar session, members will write down one connection they would love to make in the next three months. Together, the room will then help brainstorm additional possibilities — including complementary businesses, collaborators, suppliers, or strategic partners that could open new doors.

  This activity taps into the collective knowledge and experience of the group, helping members see opportunities they may not have considered on their own.

  Come ready to share one connection that could make a real difference in your business.

  
  

  Plus of course you'll have the opportunity to introduce yourself and your business to those present at the meeting as you deliver your 20 second Elevator Pitch.

  Spread the word, invite a friend to register and make it your business to join us!

  
  

  Kind regards

  Nicola Davies-Cooke

  Tuggerah Patron, SBNG

  
  

  Location: Breaking Grounds Cafe, 1 Bryant Drive, Tuggerah 2259

  
  

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• What Foster Care Taught Me About Growing Businesses

  • When
    26 Jun 2026
  •  
    08:00 - 09:00
  • Location
    Sol, Fountain Plaza, Erina NSW 2250

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  What Foster Care Taught Me About Growing Businesses

  Our special presentation this week comes from Brendan Rogers, founder of Leader By Design where he helps business owners build high-performing, self-managing teams.

  "Most business owners try to grow their teams and revenue before building the foundation their people need to thrive. In this session, I'll share how my fostering journey - helping children who have experienced trauma build safety, trust, and eventually flourish - taught me the same principles I now use to help business owners build profitable, scalable businesses.

  You'll discover the 7-Milestone Growth Path I created for business growth and leadership development, and how the same human needs that help foster children thrive are exactly what your team needs to perform at their best."

  
  

  
  

  
  

  Plus of course you'll have the opportunity to introduce yourself and your business to other small business owners and managers as you present your 20 second Elevator Pitch.

  Spread the word, invite a friend to register and make it your business to join us!

  
  

  Kind regards

  Deearn Moore

  Erina Patron, SBNG

  
  

  Location:

  Sol, Fountain Plaza, Erina NSW 2250

  Order your breakfast at Cheeky Charlie's then come next door, your meal will be delivered

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