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Leading with Impact & Innovation Networking 11.12.25, 5:30 – 7:30pm in Adelaide (will book out); Australian & NZ delegation to Bhutan 2026; Growth Hack (27-28.11.25) & Friday Pitch Night + Networking in Freeling; AI Powered Strategic Workforce Planning

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Hi there Hope you are well? And many of us start an email with this question – I always mean it but maybe more so today. Because I’ve been supporting close family members with some health issues and sickness but they are much better now. I don’t think these are things to post about on […]

Leading with Impact & Innovation Networking 11.12.25, 5:30 – 7:30pm in Adelaide (will book out); Australian & NZ delegation to Bhutan 2026; Growth Hack (27-28.11.25) & Friday Pitch Night + Networking in Freeling; AI Powered Strategic Workforce Planning Read More »

Stories, Strength, and Success: Highlights from the 2025 First Nations Business Showcase

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On Tuesday 14 October 2025, more than 100 First Nations businesses from across South Australia gathered at the Adelaide Entertainment Centre (The Arena) for the annual First Nations Business Showcase 2025. Hosted by The Circle – First Nations Entrepreneur Hub, located at Lot Fourteen in Adelaide, the showcase offered a powerful platform for buyers, procurement teams,

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First Nations Business Showcase 2025 – Capability, Collaboration and Community

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On Tuesday, 14 October 2025, the First Nations Business Showcase 2025 will bring together more than 100 First Nations businesses from across South Australia at the Adelaide Entertainment Centre, Hindmarsh. Running from 10 am to 2.30 pm, this free event is a key part of Indigenous Business Month and offers buyers, procurement specialists, business leaders

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5 Brands One Mission

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Developing Current to Future-Ready Workforces & Education through Strategic Workforce Planning & Workforce Development, VET & TVET Innovation, Jobs & Skills Foresight Across Australia and internationally, these interconnected brands address critical challenges in strategic workforce planning, skills development, VET/TVET, business growth, innovation and entrepreneurship—delivering practical, future-focused solutions for industries, regions, communities, and individuals. Workforce BluePrint

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Business Lessons from the Skies – 13 Standout Startups from Shark Tank USA Season 15

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On a recent flight from Australia to New York, I tuned into Shark Tank USA Season 15 and caught a wave of inspiring business pitches and commercials that showcase entrepreneurial grit, creativity, and commercial opportunity. Whether you’re scaling your own business, thinking about launching, or advising startups, here’s a look at the businesses featured, what

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Easy read 8 point email – blogs, events & lunch invite; Regional Business Innovation Growth Hack; USA trip to Virginia Beach, Maryland, California for the National Association of Workforce Development Professionals Annual Conference; Whyalla’s Workforce

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Hi there Catching up with a former client and friend recently they said, “I get your email and would like to read it all, but sometimes it is really long.” Taking that feedback on board, here’s a quick format with just 8 lines to see how this lands and please let me know what you think –

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Erin Thompson MP, Member for Davenport, Parliamentary Speech – Wendy Perry Mentioned in Honour of International Women’s Day

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Fifty-Fifth Parliament SOUTH AUSTRALIA PARLIAMENTARY DEBATES (HANSARD) House of Assembly Wednesday, 5th March 2025 Motions International Women’s Day I move: That this house— (a) notes that 8 March 2025 is International Women’s Day and this year’s theme is March Forward; (b) acknowledges that while significant strides have been made, there is still much work ahead

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Australia and the USA: Common Workforce Gaps and Issues plus the Unemployment Rate – What Should We Be Aiming For?

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G’day and I hope you’re all doing well! Today, I want to have an open conversation about workforce issues that are increasingly relevant to both Australia and the U.S. It’s fascinating to see how the challenges we face align across oceans, and how we can learn from one another to tackle these issues head-on. The

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Professional Development Webinars February – April 2025

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Hosted by Wendy Perry – Strategic Workforce Planning & Transformation Leader | Workforce BluePrint MD | Founder, Switch Start Scale | VET & TVET Innovator | Board Member | Investor in Future Initiatives | Facilitator, Sea to Valley Startups Please meet, Wendy Perry who is the Managing Director of Workforce BluePrint, Facilitator for Sea to

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What Can You Learn About Competency-Based Education and the VET System in Australia?

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Competency-Based Education (CBE) is a fundamental approach in Vocational Education and Training (VET), aligning skill development with industry needs and workforce demands. The Australian VET system offers valuable insights into how CBE can be effectively implemented, scaled, and innovated. Take a look at key practices, frameworks, and resources from Australia, blending insights from discussions with

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