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Attend a business event to network, develop your skills and learn from experts. Stay up to date on Brisbane business events.

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About our business events

Learn, upskill and network at Council's free business events.

Open to local business operators from all industries, our year-round event program includes workshops, forums, networking functions and information sessions. Take the opportunity to hear from established business owners, successful entrepreneurs and industry experts. 

Build new skills and learn business basics.

Learn more about Council’s business support services.

Network and make connections with local and international businesses.

Hear from the Lord Mayor on his vision for Brisbane and what this means for your business.

 

Find out about upcoming Council business events by joining our events mailing list. Sign up online.

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No matter your skill level, industry or business type, you can find something to suit your needs in our events lineup.

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AI-powered social media masterclass

Council's social media masterclass will provide the tools, templates and strategies to improve your social media presence.

Social Mediologyopens in a new tab will deliver this free, full-day masterclass. The event will take place in June 2025 at 4 locations in Brisbane. Each location will have 15 participants.

Expressions of interest to attend this masterclass have closed. We will contact applicants by 16 May 2025.

More opportunities to network and grow

Drop in to a business hub 

We hold events at venues citywide, including at our business hubs. Choose from a variety of free or low-cost workshops and forums, including: 

  • networking events 
  • mentoring sessions with local business experts  
  • masterclasses on business basics such as digital marketing and business planning
  • information seminars on Council initiatives and opportunities 
  • discussions about business trends and market insights.  

The business hubs also provide free co-working and event spaces.

Find out about tenders

Interested in supplying goods or services to Council? Get help to complete a tender application or submit a business proposal at our supplier events.

Attend a session to talk to Council’s procurement officers, hear questions from other suppliers and learn about our procurement process. 

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To be notified about an upcoming supplier forum, register your interest online.

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Make international connections 

Connect with business leaders and experts from across the globe.

Council delivers international summits, missions and forums that provides local businesses an opportunity to:

  • showcase products and services 
  • identify new business opportunities
  • meet industry experts and business leaders from key regions.

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