Join the South Australian Business Chamber for this event designed to empower small to medium businesses with the tools they need to succeed.

The workshop features sessions on

• skills and labor shortages,
• business growth strategies,
• industrial relations, and
• mental health.

Industrial Relations Update – Key Changes and What’s on the Horizon

Gain insights from Kathryn Rees, Manager, Business Advisory at the South Australian Business Chamber.

Key changes to the Fair Work Act including Right to Disconnect, Wage and Superannuation Compliance and Casual Employment. Kathryn will provide an overview of how these changes have impacted employers, share lessons learned and most importantly give you some key takeaways to help you comply.

Workbench for the Mind

Suzi Evans is an Advocate, Author and Facilitator will share with us how the benefits of positive psychology and wellbeing and how on a professional and personal level we can be masters of our mindset.

Suzi is a certified Mental Health First Aid Trainer, a member of the Suicide Prevention Australia SA regional committee, Agri futures SA Rural Women’s award 2024 state finalist and the founder of Workbench for the Mind – an accredited program with Suicide Prevention Australia.

EML and RTWSA in 2025/2026

Hear from Jarrad Wegener, General Manager of EML South Australia, who will provide helpful insights into the health of the return to work scheme in South Australia, its current and future focus and the role that EML plays.

Jarrad started his career in the industry as a case manager at EML back in 2008 and worked through the organisation to Employer Engagement roles. Through his career in personal injury he has managed all areas of claims and the supporting functions of processing, capability and customer service, across both South Australia and Victoria.

Overcoming Skills and Labour Shortages

Led by Kendall Crowe | General Manager, Policy, Advocacy & International Services – SA Business Chamber

Regional SA needs skilled workers, and skilled migrants are looking for opportunities. This session will cover the benefits of hiring skilled migrants, tackle common hiring challenges, and get clear on visa options. Real-world case studies will address myths, highlight success stories, and offer practical recruitment tips. We will also explain regional specific options including Designated Area Migration Agreements which helps regional businesses find the talent they need while giving skilled migrants new opportunities.

Kendall is an experienced communicator, leader, and advocate with a strong background in government relations, politics, and policy development.

Strategies to Grow and Adapt Your Business

Led by Martin Pike, learn the difference between strategy and planning to position your business for future success.

Martin Pike is a Senior Adviser and Strategic Facilitator for Blue Jam. Blue Jam leverages over 46 years of Hood Sweeney’s expertise and its 130+ specialists to offer advisory services aimed at accelerating growth. Martin is a driven management consultant who focuses on identifying and addressing key success factors with business owners and stakeholders.

Details:
Cost: Free
Date: Thursday 10 July – 8:30am – 12:00pm
Location: Auchendarroch House
BOOKINGS ESSENTIAL – RSVP by Tuesday 8 July
Tea, coffee and morning tea included.