Eastern Innovation

92% of entrepreneurs credit strong professional networks as the key to their startup success (Startup Genome Report). Grow your network and build more professional relationships at our Entrepreneur Exchange event this November 27th. Join us for the last networking evening of the year. Tickets: https://bit.ly/4fh9OQw

Join City Of Monash's Inclusive Employment workshops and learn how to create opportunities for people facing employment barriers. This workshop includes information about:    ✔️Council's tendering process, with a focus on social procurement  ✔️inclusive employment practices and employment assistance programs  ✔️local inclusive employment initiative Expanding Horizons, aimed at enhancing workplace inclusivity for people with disabilities. Two sessions are offered for flexibility. Hosted in partnership with Workforce Australia for Individuals. 📅Tuesday 12 November  🕒Session 1: 8am-9am  🕒Session 2: 12pm-1pm  💻Online via Zoom Book online: https://lnkd.in/ggee3jJq 

🌟 Celebrating Innovation in Melbourne's Southeast! EnyGy's story is a testament to the vibrant ecosystem we're building here in the Monash Precinct.

Are you a food and beverage business looking to innovate and develop new products, or tap into international markets? City Of Monash and City of Stonnington invite you to join them for a rare opportunity to go behind the scenes of one of Australia’s leading food innovation centres. Take a tour of Monash Food Innovation’s cutting-edge facilities and experience how local innovation is supporting the future of food. 📅 Tues 19 Nov ⏰ 6pm-7.45pm 📍 Monash Food Innovation Centre, Monash University, Clayton 🎟️ Book now: https://bit.ly/4f0b0b5

Discover how kandu sustainability is empowering startups and small businesses to tackle sustainability challenges head-on. Founded by environmental compliance expert Mariyam S., kandu sustainability demystifies complex climate issues and provides practical tools that help organisations make meaningful environmental impacts. With strong local partnerships and a commitment to accessible education, kandu sustainability is transforming how businesses in the Monash area—and beyond—approach sustainability. Read the case study on our website: https://lnkd.in/gRy4nMWr

Wrap up your year with industry networking at our Entrepreneur Exchange this November🥂 🤝. The event will feature Gil Hidas, an accomplished founder with multiple successful ventures to his name. Gil recently sold his medical device company after 9 years of growth and innovation. Gil will be sharing insights on: * Key success factors for startups * Navigating challenges in the entrepreneurial journey * Specific learnings from his medical device startup   Join likeminded entrepreneurs for an evening of networking, learning, and an interactive Q&A with Gil! Whether you're a small business owner or aspiring entrepreneur, you'll walk away with practical strategies for business growth to take into 2025.

After holding the Entrepreneur Exchange throughout this year, we have been reconciling feedback from participants forming ideas behind what may be missing to support entrepreneurs in South East Melbourne. Are you a woman building your own business or thinking about starting one? We want to hear from you! Eastern Innovation in conjunction with Standout Creatives are exploring the idea of launching a specialised program for female entrepreneurs next year, and your input is crucial in helping us to shape it. 🔍 What we're considering: - Mentorship opportunities - Networking events - Skill-building workshops - Funding guidance 📝 Help us tailor this program to YOUR needs: - What challenges do you face as a female entrepreneur? - What resources would be most valuable to you? - What format would work best for your schedule? (Online, in-person, hybrid) - How much would you be willing to invest in such a program? 🔗 Take our quick 3-minute survey (link in comments) and be part of creating something amazing! First 50 respondents get a chance to win a 1-hour consultation with a top industry expert, Jill Absolom 🏆

The room was full for the Entrepreneur Exchange networking event! It was a delight to meet so many new founders and entrepreneurs. The AI masterclass, led by Ofir Kuberman, provided an engaging lesson on how AI can be a game-changer for small and medium businesses. Some key takeaways from Ofir's masterclass: AI can help SMEs save time, increase efficiency, and improve customer satisfaction by: 1.      Automating repetitive tasks 2.      Delivering personalised marketing campaigns 3.      Making data-driven decisions. The masterclass highlighted how, with the right AI tools, small businesses can compete with larger companies and achieve significant growth. The event was a huge success, providing entrepreneurs with networking and professional development opportunities. It was made possible through the dedication of our Eastern Innovation staff and the generous sponsorship from Sharrock Pitman Legal - On Your Side® . Thank you also to our photographer Eric Stone. At our next event in November: gain real insights from established founder Gil Hidas, who after 9 years of hard work, dedication and growth, has successfully sold and exited his business. Tickets: https://bit.ly/3zRX6bw

Do you know what stage of the startup curve your business is at? The first 5 years as a founder often come with both challenges and rewards. We have broken down the what the main stages of the startup curve are, to help you identify where your business may be at. Understanding these stages may help you to keep motivated and resilient.

It’s been a pleasure having the Samsonite team use our business centre as their temporary home. We’ve enjoyed meeting many new faces, and enjoyed the energy they brought to our community. Wishing the Samsonite team all the best as they move back into their newly renovated space!