Frankston Business Collective l Newsletter 12 Feb 2025

FBC NEWS 12 FEB 2025

Upcoming FBC events

FEBRUARY NETWORKING EVENT

FBC Networking Event

Proudly Sponsored by Strategic Partner Extreme Networks

Date: Thursday, 27 February 2025
Time: 5:30 PM – 7:30 PM
Venue: Extreme Networks, 144 Colemans Rd, Carrum Downs VIC 3201
Cost: FREE for Members | $50 for Non-Members *JOIN NOW*

Essential Members: 1 Ticket
Executive Members: 2 Tickets
Strategic Members: 4 Tickets
Community Members: 10% Off Full Ticket Price with Discount Code (sent via email)

FAST-SELLING TICKETS – GET YOURS NOW!

Kickstart your business growth in 2025 at Extreme Networks, a leading Melbourne-based IT solutions provider dedicated to empowering businesses through technology. As proud hosts of the Frankston Business Collective’s February Networking Night, we invite you to an exciting Speed Networking event designed to help you connect, collaborate, and grow.

Hosted by James Eling, Founder & Owner of Extreme Networks, this structured, high-energy evening will bring together professionals from diverse industries, offering a unique opportunity to expand your network and uncover new business opportunities.

🔹 Connect with local businesses and potential clients
🔹 Gain insights from industry peers
🔹 Strengthen your networking skills
🔹 Build relationships that could lead to new opportunities

Don’t miss this chance to network with like-minded professionals and accelerate your success in 2025!

VISIT THE LANDING PAGE

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MARCH EVENTS

FBC Education Session

Date: Wednesday 12 March 2025
Time: 9.30 am – 11.30 am
Venue: Labs at Cube 37, Frankston Arts Centre
Cost: FREE for Members | $50 for Non-Members *JOIN NOW*

TICKETS WILL BE AVAILABLE SOON

FBC Networking Night

Date: Thursday 20 March 2025
Time: 5.30 pm – 7.30 pm
Venue: Hotel Lona, 473 Nepean Hwy, Frankston VIC 3199, Australia
Cost: FREE for Members | $50 for Non-Members *JOIN NOW*

TICKETS WILL BE AVAILABLE SOON

New Members

NEW ESSENTIAL MEMBERS

Join us in welcoming our newest FBC Essential Members:
Seabreeze Dentistry and Denture Clinic, Hawkeye Busyness Solutions & Indi Finance!

Essential Members, upgrade to Executive Level NOW for greater value and more benefits! Contact Claire via email at to action your upgrade today!

VIEW THE MEMBERSHIP PAGE

Please don’t hesitate to reach out to your fellow FBC members. Building strong connections is what our community is all about, and your support can make all the difference in helping fellow entrepreneurs thrive.

VISIT THE DIRECTORY

Other local events

FRANKSTON CITY COUNCIL
BUSINESS EDUCATION & TRAINING

VISIT THE WEBSITE TO LEARN MORE

In the community

SUPPORT NEEDED FOR YOUR BUSINESS

Final Call: Survey Closes This Week!

Time is running out! This is your last chance to have your say before the Frankston Business Collective survey closes this week.

Your feedback is invaluable in shaping the future of our local business community. By taking just 5 minutes, you’ll help us tailor events, resources, and services to better support your needs.

Don’t miss out—share your thoughts today!

Click below to complete the survey before it’s too late!

TAKE THE SURVEY NOW

OTHER EVENTS IN FRANKSTON

The Victorian Chamber of Commerce and Industry is bringing one of its most sought-after management training courses to Frankston!

Join us for Day-to-Day Management and Supervision of Staff on Tuesday, 18 March, at the Frankston Arts Centre. This one-day course will be led by expert trainer Elizabeth (Liz) Lor and is designed to help you develop leadership skills, manage staff effectively, and confidently handle difficult conversations.

Date: Tuesday, 18 March 2025
Time: 9:30 AM – 4:30 PM
Venue: Frankston Arts Centre
Cost: Member Price $695 (excl. GST) | Non-Member Price $910 (excl. GST)

LEARN MORE

Member News

CONGRATULATIONS TO OUR FBC LEADERS

Exciting News: Welcoming Chiara and Skye!

The Frankston Business Collective is delighted to share the wonderful news of two new arrivals!

💖 Emily Curcio, FBC Board Member, welcomed her daughter Chiara Cursio on 8th November 2024.
💖 Joyie Wood, FBC CEO, welcomed her daughter Skye Choi-Wood on 23rd January 2025.

We send our warmest wishes to Emily and Joyie as they embrace this special new chapter!

LEADERSHIP TRANSITION

Interim CEO Appointment

As Joyie Wood embarks on her maternity leave, we are pleased to announce that Bernadine Geary has stepped back into the role of Interim CEO. Bernadine’s leadership and experience will ensure a smooth transition and continued success for the Frankston Business Collective.

SHARE YOUR FBC SUCCESS STORY

We Are Still Waiting for Your Success Stories!

We’re still looking to hear more success stories from you! Have you made a valuable connection with another FBC member, whether on a personal or business level? We’d love to hear how we’ve helped facilitate these connections.

Please email your story to , and we’ll give both you and your connection a shout-out on our socials and in our newsletters.

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Are you a local business owner? Would you like to attend our events on a regular basis? JOIN TODAY and attend all regular FBC events for FREE.

Starting at just $250 per year, our value-based membership options offer undeniable benefits for both your business and your personal well-being!

Essential Members UPGRADE to Executive Level NOW for greater value and more benefits!! Contact us to action your upgrade today!

CLICK HERE FOR MEMBERSHIP BENEFITS

Support our members. Don’t forget to visit the Members Directory to find local products and services that may be the perfect fit for your next business need!

Regards,
FBC Member Services
Phone: 1300 322 249 (1300 FBC BIZ)
Email:
Website: frankstonbusinesscollective.com.au

Frankston Business Collective’s Strategic Partners

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