First Nations, Industry Yarns, Thursday 30 November 2023
- comms073
- Oct 10, 2023
- 1 min read
Join Ipswich City Council at this free event to hear from industry speakers and join in panel discussions about:
benefits of working on country
what makes a culturally safe workplace
employment and business opportunities
leadership and career progression
successful programs
Thursday 30 November 2023 8.30am-3.00pm
1 Nicholas Street, Ipswich. RSVPs required.
Email: community@ipswich.qld.gov.au
It’s inspiring to see initiatives that bring together Indigenous communities to strengthen collaboration and share real business experiences. I believe that financial transparency and long-term planning are essential for empowering such projects to grow sustainably. That’s one of the reasons I value the role of a virtual CFO — it allows organisations, especially community-driven ones, to access professional financial insight without the overhead of a full-time executive. With the right financial guidance, initiatives like this can make an even greater impact, ensuring that every decision is backed by clear data and strong financial strategy.
This event sounds like such a meaningful opportunity to learn directly from First Nations voices and industry leaders. Conversations about creating culturally safe workplaces and supporting career progression are essential for lasting change. It’s interesting how these principles of respect and collaboration mirror the efficiency of industrial process equipment - when every part works together seamlessly, the whole system thrives.