Cathy Freeman set to inspire the Red Centre for October Business Month

Designed to connect, learn, and inspire, OBM packs a punch in 2024 with over 170 events and workshops to be held across six regions and online, exploring key themes and emerging trends shaping the future of business and industry.

Cathy Freeman

Cathy Freeman will be sharing her story at the AusIndustry Business Support Showcase in Alice Springs as part of October Business Month on October 8, 2024.

This is a free event with limited seating, registration via www.obm.nt.gov.au is required for entry.

Billed as an afternoon of learning, connecting, and growing, Cathy Freeman will share her inspirational story and life achievements at the AusIndustry Business Support Showcase.

During a Q&A session, hosted by facilitator Dale McIver, Cathy will address the importance of courage and commitment in the pursuit of business and personal goals.

A proud Kuku Yalanji and Birri Gubba woman, Cathy etched her name in history as an Australian Indigenous Olympic champion.

Drawing on her trailblazing path to success – from a young Indigenous girl with a passion for running, to Olympic Gold Medallist, Cathy is a strong advocate for Indigenous rights.

From “I think I can” to “I know I will,” Freeman’s keynote will help cultivate a mindset filled with confidence, determination, and resilience to achieve their ambitions.

Supporting Cathy will be Territory Success Story Ikuntji Artists, represented by Roseranna Larry, Dr Chrischona Schmidt and Haley Dodd.

Together they will share the story of how their art centre has experimented, innovated and pushed boundaries to become a multi-award-winning Indigenous art centre.

The AusIndustry Business Support Showcase incorporates an exhibition and six workshops to showcase the support mechanisms available from the Australian Government, Territory Government, and non-government organisations to establish, operate and grow businesses.

The showcase workshop topics include:

■ Navigating Grant Success, hosted by the Northern Territory Government

■ Exploring support for Indigenous businesses, hosted by the Northern Territory Indigenous Business Network

■ Business finance – what’s the deal? Hosted by Indigenous Business Australia (IBA)

■ Digital Solutions for Business, hosted by Business Enterprise Centre

■ Workplace relations with the Chamber, hosted by Chamber of Commerce ASIC’s

■ Moneysmart program and resources for small business owners, hosted by ASIC.

This year, October Business Month proudly marks its 30th anniversary, solidifying its status as the Northern Territory’s premier annual business event.

Designed to connect, learn, and inspire, OBM packs a punch in 2024 with over 170 events and workshops to be held across six regions and online, exploring key themes and emerging trends shaping the future of business and industry.

OBM is a comprehensive program that offers local businesses and Territorians a unique opportunity to learn from some of the industry’s brightest minds.

Whether you’re an employee, manager, business owner, local entrepreneur or professional representing government organisations or not-for-profits – OBM is the perfect platform to upskill, network, and grow.

OBM is not to be missed!

Book online at www.obm.nt.gov.au.