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Suburban Business Summit - Northern Beaches

Warriewood Community Centre, Northern Beaches

Tuesday, June 30TH 2026

BOOK TICKETS NOW FOR 30TH JUNE

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BOOK TICKETS NOW FOR 30TH JUNE

Be part of a full day dedicated to Northern Beaches business and leave with ideas and opportunities you can use straight away.

  • Hear real stories and practical insights from local leaders and innovators.

  • Get warm introductions to charities, trades, community leaders and ecosystem partners who back local business.

  • Put your business in front of local decision‑makers and potential customers in one place.

Book your ticket now and secure your seat for 30 June at Warriewood Community Centre.

Early Bird Tickets Available Now

Speakers

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Crystal Petzer

Tradie Success Stories - Hire a Hubby

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Aaron Kemp

Trades For Trades - Association - Making money in challenging environments

AI Focus for Business

AI is changing how business gets done, and you don’t need to be “techy” to benefit. This relaxed, interactive session is for local business owners, leaders, and teams who want to swap ideas with neighbours, see what’s working in real life, and walk away with simple ways to use AI to work smarter, not harder.

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Kim Fernandez

AI Collab

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Phillip John

Darevolution

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Raphael Gonzalez

Flowganise

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Preeti Dey

SPODtech

Redefine outsourcing in business

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Martin Vana

Redefine Finance

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Frank Burke

Redefine Finalist

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Mhairi Holway

People Easy

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Hayden Harvey

Wise Allies

Charity Collaboration

How business + community partnerships create impact.

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Lisa Cohen

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Tracy Hall

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Anna Dengate

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Suburban Business Summit - Northern Beaches

2026 Event Program

Updated: 27/05/26 2:40pm

8:30 am – Expo Open / Registration & Coffee Arrive, grab a coffee and start networking with local businesses and exhibitors.

9:20 am – Opening & Northern Beaches Focus

  • Official Opening & Acknowledgement of Country - Mayor Sue Heins

  • Panel 1 – Past, Present & Future of the Northern Beaches: insights on where the region is heading for business. Kay Godfrey

  • Caterer Highlight – discover a local supplier.

10:30 am – Morning Tea / Expo Engagement Refreshments plus time to meet exhibitors and continue conversations.

11:00 am – Trades & Collaboration

  • Trades For Trades Association: making money in challenging environments. - Aaron Kemp

  • Tradie Success Stories (Hire a Hubby): real‑world growth stories. - Crystal Petzer

  • Panel 2 – Redefine Outsourcing In Business: how to scale your business through collaboration. Martin Vana, Hayden Harvey, Mhairi Holway, Frank Burke

  • The Control Room: practical ideas for taking more control of your business. Cate Kemp

12:05 pm – Inspiration & Community Impact

  • Entertainment Speaker: Northern Beaches entertainment and community projects.

  • Inspirational Speaker: motivation and mindset.

  • Panel 3 – Charity Collaboration: how business + community partnerships create impact.

1:00 pm – Lunch & Networking Branded lunch experience, exhibitor engagement and time to build relationships.

2:00 pm onwards – Future‑focused Business

  • Panel 4 – AI Focus for Business: practical ways to use AI in your business.

  • Ambassador Business – Spinning Axis: venue “super powers” and inspirational youth initiatives.

  • Panel 5 – Business Allies: how to build strong support networks around your business.

  • Charity Draw: prizes donated by local businesses.

3:30 pm – Closing Session Key learnings and takeaways you can apply after the event.

4:00 pm – Move to Collaroy Theatre Transition to the after‑function venue.

4:30 pm – 7:00 pm – After Function @ Collaroy Theatre Relaxed networking, activity and entertainment.

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Location and Travel

Warriewood Community Centre is easy to find whether you’re driving or catching public transport.

Address / location Warriewood Community Centre Corner of Jacksons Road and Pittwater Road, Warriewood (Next to Boondah Reserve and a short walk from Warriewood Square.)

By car

  • From Pittwater Road, turn into Jacksons Road.

  • Follow the signs to Warriewood Community Centre and the nearby parking areas.

  • Allow a few extra minutes to park and walk to the entrance.

By bus

  • Get off near Warriewood Square or at a stop near Jacksons Road on Pittwater Road.

  • From there, walk a few minutes along the footpath on Jacksons Road towards Boondah Reserve.

  • The community centre is on the corner, next to the reserve.

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About Suburban Business Summit

Suburban Business Summit is a one-day event for local business owners, professionals, and community leaders who believe strong local businesses build strong communities.

We bring “big conference” ideas, speakers, and connections into suburban and regional areas, close to where you live and work. Our first Summit showed there’s real demand for practical, no‑hype learning and genuine local connections.

In 2026, we’re growing into a series of local events across Australia, each with its own community flavour but the same goal: helping local businesses grow, collaborate, and lead. You’ll find people from trades, charities, finance, professional services, health, retail, hospitality, education, and more.

At each Summit you can expect:

  • Simple, practical ideas you can use straight away

  • Real conversations and relationships that last beyond the day

  • A focus on how suburban businesses power Australia’s economy and communities

Suburban Business Summit is where local ambition meets practical support. Backing business. Driving success.