June Dinner Event

Guest Speakers: Claire Richards & Matthew Fletcher l KPMG Geelong

What’s really holding Geelong businesses back — and how do we move forward?
Are you a business owner or business executive, wanting to explore the risks, barriers, and opportunities shaping the future of business in our region?

Join us for an exclusive dinner event as we embark on a night of networking and meaningful discussion about the future of business in our region.

Claire Richards and Matthew Fletcher from KPMG Geelong will present highlights from their recent thought-leadership report, the Geelong Risk Landscape.  This timely piece builds on the 2023 Geelong Economic Blueprint and captures insights from 31 local business leaders on the biggest risks and barriers facing Geelong businesses today.

Claire and Matthew will share the key themes, findings, and their personal insights from the development of the report, and invite your thoughts on what’s next for business growth in Geelong.

Don’t miss this opportunity to engage with two of our region’s leading voices on risk, resilience, and opportunity.

About the speakers…

Claire Richards, Partner, KPMG Geelong
Claire leads KPMG’s Enterprise Advisory Practice and has over 27 years’ experience in risk, governance, and assurance across key community sectors.  Deeply connected to Geelong, she brings unparalleled expertise and a strategic lens to local business growth.

Matthew Fletcher, Associate Director, KPMG Geelong
Author of the Geelong Economic Blueprint and co-author of the Geelong Risk Landscape, Matthew has a rich background across government, policy, business, and the not-for-profit sector.  A former founding President of Entrepreneurs Geelong, Matthew is known for his data-driven insights and passion for our city.

Why You Should Attend?

• Gain first-hand insights from KPMG’s newly released Geelong Risk Landscape, based on conversations with 31 local business leaders about the real risks and growth barriers in our region;
• Be part of the conversation shaping the next phase of business growth in Geelong, following on from the 2023 Geelong Economic Blueprint;
• Engage with local leaders and peers in a relaxed dinner setting, expanding your professional network and strengthening regional business connections;
• Ask questions and contribute directly to a dialogue about risk, resilience, and opportunity in your industry and community; and
• Hear from two of the region’s leading voices — Claire Richards and Matthew Fletcher — who bring decades of experience in strategy, governance, data analysis, and regional development.

Who Should Attend?

• Business owners and leaders who want to better understand the regional landscape and key risks to growth;
• Executives, directors, and board members with responsibility for governance, risk management, or strategic planning;
• Entrepreneurs and startups looking to align with local initiatives and better navigate the Geelong business ecosystem;
• Government and policy advisors involved in regional economic development and business support initiatives; and
• Professional services, community sector, and NFP leaders interested in cross-sector insights and collaboration opportunities.

 

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