Wed 11 Sep 9:30 am
The Ideas Place BootcampWe launched The Ideas Place in February 2019 and over the course of the last six months have delivered a series of Events, Masterclasses and Workshops to help the Great South Coast community turn their great ideas into reality.
Wed 04 Sep 10:00 am
The Lean Methodology is all about iteration and reducing the time through the loopThe Lean Methodology is all about iteration and reducing the time through the loop.
That is why we are offering a repeat of all the topics covered to date. So, if you’ve missed some sessions or started the process a bit later – this Workshop is for you!
Wed 28 Aug 6:00 pm
Marketing Ideas for Greater ImpactOne of the biggest challenges startups and small businesses face is knowing where to focus their marketing activity to get the greatest impact on a really tight budget.
Thu 22 Aug 6:00 pm
Life as a founder/entrepreneur comes with many challengesLife as a founder/entrepreneur comes with many challenges. You need to be all things – the CEO, the Operations Manager, the Finance Manager, HR Manager, IT Manager …plus, plus, plus.
Wed 07 Aug 6:00 pm
Understanding Your NumbersWe understand that numbers may seem boring and scary. But they are an important aspect of any business, and the more you can understand what the numbers represent, the better you can manage the risks of the business.
Thu 25 Jul 10:00 am
Just because you’re young, doesn’t mean the world’s not yours.Students and changemakers from across the South-West are invited to attend this inspiring session provided by The Ideas Place, focused on how young entrepreneurs are forging career pathways for themselves through modern technology.
Thu 18 Jul 5:30 pm
So... what's a pitch deck and why do I need one?
Thu 04 Jul 5:30 pm
How to make your pitch perfect
Thu 27 Jun 5:30 pm
The importance of building a model
Thu 20 Jun 5:30 pm
Getting you started by understanding the basics
Fri 14 Jun 7:00 pm
Music MeetupFeaturing a guest performance by Joe Gardner on Alderwood Speakers with talks from Ali Kavanagh (Archie Roach), Sam Pyers (Goomfest) and Joe Gardner (Kennedy’s Creek Music Festival), this Ideas Place meetup is a Friday night event not to be missed!
Fri 07 Jun 7:30 pm
Festivals and Music EventThe Ideas Place is for thinkers, doers and bright sparks across the southwest. For this special Winter Weekends event, it’s hosting an evening with speakers who are in the business of bringing people together.
Thu 30 May 5:30 pm
Plan for the future and learn from the past
Thu 23 May 6:00 pm
mingle with other passionate foodie'sJoin us at The Dart and Marlin for a casual and cosy night to hear from some foodie entrepreneurs who are leading the way in the food scene both regionally and in Melbourne!
Thu 16 May 5:30 pm
There's no ship like partnership
Sat 11 May 1:00 pm
Food and Fibre, innovation historyCome and roam around the natural beauty of Tower Hill and enjoy an Indigenous lunch.
Wed 24 Apr 5:30 pm
Understand how you will get your customers
Wed 10 Apr 6:15 pm
Take a bite (and a sip) out of CorangamiteHave you ever been out and had such a great idea that you just had to write it down, possibly on the back of a coaster? We want to hear that idea!
Wed 03 Apr 5:30 pm
A South West Pitch NightLocal South-West businesses have a once in a life time opportunity to pitch their business idea or invention for a chance to win an all expenses paid trip to China.
Thu 21 Mar 5:30 pm
How to get your business plan on a single page
Thu 28 Feb 5:30 pm
Enough talk – let’s get to work!You've heard from guest speakers, you've chatted with clever people like yourself, now it's time to take action to bring your idea to life.
Thu 14 Feb 5:30 pm
Introduction to the Lean MethodologyLearn startup theory and why we use specific tools and resources to help you validate your business idea.
Come along if you’ve been thinking about starting a business, or if you’re feeling stuck or needing some clarity on how to get your business idea down on paper.
Thu 07 Feb 5:30 pm
Everyone has at least one good idea for a new invention or business and the difficult part is recognising its potential and taking the first steps to bring it to lifeThe Ideas Place was launched at 5.30pm on Thursday 7th February, at the new Warrnambool Motor Museum in the Fletcher Jones Factory. It was an exciting opportunity to hear about the legacy of Fletcher Jones from one of the founders of Quicksilver, Simon Buttonshaw.
