University of Queensland ilab Incubator Demo Day

The Business Incubator facilities are open for visitors to tour and to meet the current ilab program participants and mentors. The day will showcase the business workings of the incubator and visitors can sit in on pitches from a number of ventures.

At this event ilab is also running Mentor Blaze, where entrepreneurs can sit in on short sessions with some of ilab mentors for feedback and guidance on their ventures. ilab will also play host to a number of emerging ICT ventures from regional Queensland.

Aspiring entrepreneurs, students, business community members, government the public and the media are invited to attend the tailored sessions, and get a stronger insight into the incubator and its important role in the growth of smart startup businesses in Queensland.
Program Coordinator at ilab Leigh Angus says that the teams have been working incredibly hard over the past six months and Demo Day is a great opportunity for them to showcase their efforts to the general public.

In hosting Demo Day we hope to inspire students and hopeful entrepreneurs to come and mix with peers and our mentors, and discuss new technology ideas. Demo Day showcases the ilab incubator which is all about building a vibrant start-up community in Queensland. 

Attendees of the event also have the opportunity to win a virtual meeting with Eric Ries, Silicon Valley entrepreneur, pioneer of the Lean Startup movement and author of the New York Times bestseller The Lean Startup.

Giving Feedback and Criticism

• Conduct difficult conversations with ease: simple, practical techniques for giving feedback and criticism effectively
• Learn which language will communicate criticism and set clear expectations, yet will continue to motivate your staff to develop and excel in your business.
• Understand the importance of receiving and utilising employee feedback and learn effective ways of inviting emplyoees to share their feedback

Who should attend?

• Managing Directors, Business owners/founders, Partners, Managers
• Future team leaders, for great professional development!

Motivate talented Gen Y employees to stay and excel - Learn simple, budget-friendly techniques • Reduce staff turnover - Understand the motivators of each generation for a happier, higher-performing workforce • Fun, practical and interactive learning environment – Learn amongst like-minded peers

Seminar Details

Date: 14th May, 2013
Time: 7.30am - 9.30am.
A delicious light buffet breakfast will be served from 7.30am.
Location: AIM, Spring Hill
Investment: $145 plus GST

Call us on 1300 389 383

Or email us at enquiries@recruitmentcoach.com.au

-to secure your place now!

Southbank Institute of Technology Business Information Evening

Find out how you can expand your career opportunities by studying an accelerated evening course in Accounting, Human Resources, Management, Marketing, Project Management or Small Business Management. Our information evening on 29 May presents you with the chance to:

• have all your questions answered - talk directly with teachers
• visit our world class learning facilities
• gain an understanding of course and assignment requirements
• gain assistance with your enrolment
• find out about the many pathways to university.

Where and When?
Date: Wednesday 29 May, 2013
5.45pm for 6pm start, finishing at 7pm
Light refreshments will be served on the night.

Location
Level 3, G Block
Southbank Institute of Technology
66 Ernest Street, South Brisbane

Parking
Free parking is available on the night via Merivale Street or Southbank Institute is easy to access by public transport.

Register
To register, or for more information about our accelerated training please contact Alexandria at
BusinessandITgeneralenquiry.SBIT@southbank.edu.au or phone 07 3244 6006.

Brisbane Business News Breakfast Series

The Brisbane Business News Breakfast Series are a series of exclusive networking breakfasts that feature a prominent entrepreneur or business executive who will share their story to inspire and motivate all in attendance.

Held at the prestigious Brisbane Polo Club, this June get up close and personal with Anthony Yap, director of Good Price Pharmacy and the 2012 Brisbane Young Entrepreneur Award winner. Anthony Yap started Good Price Pharmacy in 2001 with $50,000 in the bank. Now in 2013 his company turns over $180 million in revenue and have more than 39 stores.

Join the Brisbane business community at the exclusive Brisbane Polo Club to hear Anthoy’s inspiring story and learn how he built his empire.

Time: 7am for 7:30am start
Location: Brisbane Polo Club, 1 Eagle Street Brisbane 4000
Tickets: $45 per person or $399 for a table of 10

Click here to book your ticket today.