FBC NEWS 24 SEPT 2024

FBC Networking Event

Proudly Sponsored by Executive Partner
Netfocus IT

Date: Thursday, 10th October
Time: 5.30PM- 7.30PM
Venue: Netfocus IT 50-52 Wells Street, Frankston
Cost: FREE for members **JOIN NOW** and $50 for non-members

Join Netfocus IT for an evening of conversations and networking with the Frankston Business Collective (FBC), hosted by business owners Jason & Elizabeth McDonald at their Tech Service Centre in Frankston’s entertainment district. Expect a modern space with blue hues and great vibes!

Netfocus IT, founded in 2005, has earned a trusted reputation for providing IT support for business, home, and devices. As Apple Authorised Service Providers & Resellers, they excel at supporting both Apple and Windows networks. Their Managed Service Provider offerings cater to small and medium enterprises (SME).

Now, one year after moving to Wells Street, Jason & Elizabeth have renewed their focus on IT’s future in Frankston and the Mornington Peninsula. By exploring community partnerships, they’re enhancing their impact and expanding collaborations with the Corporate and Education sectors, while maintaining their commitment to exceptional customer service and tech solutions.

FBC Health & Wellbeing Summit

Date: Tuesday, 15th October
Time: 8.30AM – 2.30PM
Venue: McClelland Gallery – 390 McClelland Dr, Langwarrin VIC 3910
Cost: 

• $65 for Members
• $130 for Non-Members
• Executive Members – 1 Free Ticket*
• Strategic Members – 2 Free Tickets*

*Additional Tickets available to purchase at member price

All participants will receive a goodie bag!

Keats Accounting Pty Ltd, is dedicated to making your end of year easy. We specialise in providing tailored tax and accounting services to small businesses, individuals, and not-for-profits. With over 26 years of experience, our team is dedicated to helping you understand your tax obligations and minimise the amount of taxes you have to pay. Whether you’re looking for bookkeeping, tax planning, or business growth advice, we work closely with you to meet your unique needs and industry requirements.

Central Dental Frankston is a leading dental practice located in the heart of Frankston, offering a comprehensive range of dental services to patients of all ages. With a commitment to high-quality care, the clinic specializes in general, cosmetic, and restorative dentistry, ensuring a healthy and beautiful smile for every patient. The team of experienced dentists and friendly staff use the latest technology and techniques to provide personalized treatments, from routine check-ups and cleanings to advanced procedures like dental implants and orthodontics.

James Eling and the team shared five different technologies with themes around productivity and how technology changes everything.

The team team had five interactive stations where our members could see the technology in action and ask questions about how each technology worked.  They covered –

1. How Extreme uses Green Screen and podcasting to differentiate themselves from their competitors;
2. Taking data from their applications and sharing it with their teams with digital dashboards – what gets measured gets managed;
3. How the team is saving time and doing more with some great AI tools (they highlighted one way they are saving $30,000 per year!):
4. How they protect all of their data with cyber security; and
5. How their IT equipment helps keep them productivity.

Nathan Rayner shared how his insurance company has grown to over 200 local business customers and shared the current flooding predictions maps.

We hope you found the experience as engaging and inspiring as we did at the amazing Extreme Networks venue! From the interactive stations to the exclusive tools you took home, it was a night filled with insights, connections, and opportunities to fuel your business.

Special Thanks To:
👉James Eling and Nathan Rayner, Tempo Insurance Group for their inspiring talks
👉Extreme Networks for the incredible venue and hosting
👉 Flowers for Jane for the beautiful floral arrangements
👉 James Pyne Photography for capturing the moments

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