About the Event

The Youth Entrepreneurship & Small Business Workshop and Expo is a practical, interactive event designed to introduce young people, emerging entrepreneurs and aspiring business owners to opportunities in self-employment, small business ownership and enterprise development.

This event will bring together local businesses, Indigenous entrepreneurs, business support organisations, financial institutions, training providers, government agencies and community organisations to create a supportive environment where participants can learn, connect and explore pathways into entrepreneurship.

Why participate?

• Connect with future entrepreneurs: engage directly with young people, students and aspiring business owners who are exploring entrepreneurship and self-employment pathways.
• Showcase your business or service: promote your products, services, programs and opportunities to a highly engaged audience.
• Build community connections: network with business leaders, Indigenous entrepreneurs, community organisations, education providers and government stakeholders.
• Identify future clients and partnerships: develop relationships with emerging entrepreneurs who may benefit from your services, expertise or support programs.

Participation ppportunities

Exhibitor booth

Host an information stall and engage with participants throughout the day.

Workshop presenter

Deliver a practical session on topics such as:

• Starting a business
• Marketing and branding
• Financial literacy
• Digital business
• Business planning
• Social enterprise.

Speaker or panel member

Share your entrepreneurial journey, business experience and lessons learned.

Mentor

Provide one-on-one guidance and advice to aspiring entrepreneurs during networking sessions.

Sponsor

Support the event through sponsorship, resources, prizes or in-kind contributions.