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Release Date: 
Wednesday, 7 October 2015

The City of Armadale confirmed its commitment to fostering and supporting small business development in the region with the continuation of the Armadale Enterprise Development Program for a second year.

The program will run over the next 12 months and will provide relevant and targeted training opportunities for the small business community, with all sessions being held locally in the Armadale region.

“There are nearly 4000 businesses which currently operate in the City of Armadale, more than 2500 of which are micro-businesses. The Enterprise Development Program is aimed at assisting small businesses and providing them with the knowledge to grow their business,” said Armadale Mayor Henry Zelones OAM, JP.

“I encourage all businesses operating within the City to take advantage of these training sessions, and to go to the Economic Development section of the City’s website to get more details or to make a booking.

“We have designed the program sessions and content for 2015/16 based on feedback received from the businesses who participated last year.

As an additional benefit for businesses who register for a workshop this year, there will be an opportunity for four Armadale based businesses to receive an hour long one-on-one mentoring session with the presenter of the workshop.

Upcoming workshops include:

Stand Out From the Crowd Masterclass

Wednesday 28 October, 10am – 1.30pm
City of Armadale, 7 Orchard Avenue, Armadale
Cost $40pp (includes light lunch)

Finding, retaining and profiting from the right customers are the top priorities of any business. Reaching the right customers and being able to communicate clearly and consistently across traditional and digital channels can be the difference between a profitable business and one that hardly breaks even.

Through this interactive masterclass you will discover ways to make your business stand out from the crowd by learning how to:

  • Identify key target markets
  • Create a point of difference around you and your product/service
  • Tap into the power of your database
  • Create an online presence utilising social media, e-commerce and other digital technologies.

You will receive advanced marketing knowledge that can be immediately applied to your business.

NEW 1-on-1 Mentoring Opportunity
Attending this workshop entitles up to four Armadale based participants to receive a one-on-one mentoring session with the presenter.

To book call 9336 8000 or visit www.businessfoundations.com.au.

The Mobile Office

Tuesday 17 November, 7.30 – 9.30am
The Fox & Hound, 229 Jull St (Jull St Mall), Armadale
Cost $20pp (includes light breakfast)

Learn how to use cloud based technologies and your own mobile devices effectively so you can do business on the go.

You will learn about the devices, apps and tools available that will help you to track tasks and deadlines, connect with customers and get work done from anywhere.

Receive practical digital know-how that will help you to streamline the way you do business by exploring opportunities presented by new and exciting technologies. This workshop will provide the knowledge that can immediately be applied to your business website.

NEW 1-on-1 Mentoring Opportunity
Attending this workshop entitles up to four Armadale based participants to receive a one-on-one mentoring session with the presenter.

To book call 9336 8000 or visit www.businessfoundations.com.au.

For more information on this topic contact:

Phone: (08) 9394 5000
Email: info@armadale.wa.gov.au

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