Events
Explore our upcoming in-person workshops, online webinars and networking opportunities.
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We host events to support the growth of small businesses and startups throughout Victoria. Whether online or in-person, our events are perfect for networking and connecting with other entrepreneurs.
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Upcoming events

Thrive Online: Ballarat (Day)
Digital Solutions Program
π Tues June 17, 10am
Thrive Online: digital growth series helping women-led businesses scale in a digital-first world.
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Thrive Online: Ballarat (Evening)
Digital Solutions Program
π Tues June 17, 5pm
Thrive Online: digital growth series helping women-led businesses scale in a digital-first world.
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Thrive Online: Bendigo
Digital Solutions Program
π Thurs June 19, 10am
Thrive Online: digital growth series helping women-led businesses scale in a digital-first world.
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Thrive Online: Geelong [SOLD OUT]
Digital Solutions Program
π Fri June 20, 11am
Thrive Online: digital growth series helping women-led businesses scale in a digital-first world.
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Canva Part 1: Getting Started with Canva - Canva Basics for Beginners
Digital Solutions Program
π Mon June 23, 11am
Master Canva basics to enhance your brand in 2025. Learn to create social media posts and presentations β perfect for entrepreneurs looking to boost visual branding skills.
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Canva Part 2: Design Like a Pro in Canva - Essential Design Principles for Building a Standout Brand
Digital Solutions Program
π Tues June 24, 11am
Enhance your designs with Canvaβs essential principles. Learn to create a brand kit, style fonts, and colours like a pro, building standout designs for logos and marketing materials.
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Canva Part 3: AI in Canva - How to Leverage Canva's AI Tools
Digital Solutions Program
π Weds June 25, 11am
Boost your creative workflow with Canvaβs AI tools. Learn when to use AI features and craft effective prompts to save time and improve efficiency β perfect for staying ahead in AI-driven design.
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Content Clubπ€³ Session 3: More Ways to Monetise β Exploring Digital Revenue Streams
Digital Solutions Program
π Thurs June 26, 11am
βLearn how to diversify your income online β whether you sell products or services. Weβll unpack digital revenue options like eBooks, templates, subscriptions, mini-offers, and affiliate income, with real examples and simple ways to start.
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TikTok Ads 101
Melbourne Innovation Centre
π Fri June 27, 10am
Join this session to understand why TikTok is a powerful platform for businesses, how to create effective ad content, and how to launch your first campaign.
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Hospo SEO Basics: Boost Visibility, Book More Tables & Host More Functions
Digital Solutions Program
π Mon July 7, 11am
Join this workshop to boost your hospitality business online. Learn to claim your Google Business Listing, create content that drives traffic, and hear how a local business used digital tools to grow.
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How to Go All In on Your Ideal Customer
Digital Solutions Program
π Tues July 15, 11am
Learn to define your ideal customer and strengthen your brand in our workshop. Discover why targeting everyone weakens your identity and gain strategies to create a brand that resonates and drives growth.
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Creating Ads for Facebook & Instagram
Digital Solutions Program
π Thurs July 24, 10am
Join this workshop to master seasonal marketing. Learn optimal timing, strategy, and creative content across social media, email, and ads for the eCommerce and sales period.
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SEO for Beginners
Digital Solutions Program
π Thurs August 7, 11am
Get found on Google without the overwhelm. Struggling to get your website seen? Join renowned SEO expert Kate Toon for a practical and totally jargon-free introduction to SEO.
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Cyber Fitness Boot Camp: Strengthen your Small Business Cyber Security
Digital Solutions Program
π Tues August 26, 11am
Enhance your businessβs cyber health with our Cyber Fitness Boot Camp for Victorian small businesses. Join our webinar to learn practical tips and strategies for robust cyber security.
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TikTok - Secrets to Success
Digital Solutions Program
π Fri August 29, 11am
Want to grow your brand on TikTok without the overwhelm? Join leading marketer, Sam Despotidis for a beginner-friendly workshop on whatβs working right now on the worldβs fastest-growing platform. β
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Sell Products On Social Media
Digital Solutions Program
π Tues September 2, 11am
Learn to sell effectively on Facebook and Instagram in our workshop. Discover strategies like organic posts, influencer collaborations, and e-commerce setup for maximum sales potential. ]
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Digital Day Out
Melbourne Innovation Centre
In June 2024, we hosted "Digital Day Out," our largest event of year in Nunawading. The event attracted over 250 attendees and advanced the digital capabilities of small businesses. Digital Day Out was a huge success and marked one of the most impactful events ever delivered by Melbourne Innovation Centre.

Business Resilience to Brilliance
Melbourne Innovation Centre
"Business Resilience to Brilliance" featured a series of in-person events aimed at educating, and supporting small businesses. We held these events across Bendigo, Geelong, Lakes Entrance, Melbourne's North, and Melbourne CBD, attracting hundreds of business owners and entrepreneurs.

Regional Flood Recovery Event Series
Digital Solutions Program
As part of a regional tour initiative, we organised three workshops in Shepparton and Bendigo to assist flood-affected small businesses. These workshops focused on enhancing digital strategies, helping businesses build resilience, and leveraging online tools to support their recovery and growth.

Thrive & Connect: Digital & Wellbeing Strategies for Migrant Entrepreneurs
Digital Solutions Program
We delivered a CALD-focused workshop titled "Thrive & Connect: Digital & Wellbeing Strategies for Migrant Entrepreneurs," with support from Neami National, Merri-Bek Council, Global Sisters, and Casa Bonita, to assist migrant entrepreneurs with their digital growth strategies.

Brand Building & Online Growth - IWD Event [SOLD OUT]
Digital Solutions Program
Thrive Online: digital growth series helping women-led businesses scale in a digital-first world.

Social Strategy & Tips for Growth - IWD Event
Digital Solutions Program
Thrive Online: digital growth series helping women-led businesses scale in a digital-first world.