Business Referrers

Business Referrers Weekly Networking Event
2024-09-17 07:00 - 08:30, 2024-10-15 07:00 - 08:30, 2024-10-22 07:00 - 08:30, 2024-10-29 07:00 - 08:30, 2024-11-05 07:00 - 08:30, 2024-12-10 07:00 - 08:30, 2025-01-14 07:15 - 08:30, 2025-02-11 07:15 - 08:30 (Australia/Melbourne) and 8 more dates | Our HQ, 268 Canterbury Road, Surrey Hills, Victoria, 3127, Australia
Each week there is a Business Referrers meeting which provides a friendly and productive meeting opportunity for local small business owners to share referrals and grow their businesses using the membership as a platform for new ideas, products and services. We have a guest presenter each week who provides information from their areas of expertise.

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About Business Referrers

Unleashing the Power of Referral Business: Join Our Local Business Networking Group

As a business owner, entrepreneur, or start-up, you understand the value of networking and building strong relationships with other like-minded individuals and local business networking groups.
In our local Business Network, we believe that referred business is the best business. That’s why we’re committed to creating a community of trusted professionals passionate about supporting one another and growing their businesses together.
Our membership offers a variety of benefits that will help you expand your network, increase your visibility, and ultimately drive more revenue for your business.

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Never sell a property without a Vendor Advocate
2024-09-24 07:00 - 08:30 | Our HQ, 268 Canterbury Road, Surrey Hills, Victoria, 3127, Australia
Each week there is a Business Referrers meeting which provides a friendly and productive meeting opportunity for local small business owners to share referrals and grow their businesses using the membership as a platform for new ideas, products and services. We have a guest presenter each week who provides information from their areas of expertise.

Experienced buyer’s agent, Mike McNamara, will explain how the complex matter of selling a property can be done badly, or well. He will outline the role of the Vendor Advocate and how this ‘project manager’ can assist vendors by bringing in expertise to set a plan to sell, relieve seller stress, select the right sales agent and the appropriate sale method, while ensuring no unnecessary costs.
If you, or someone you know, may be intending to sell in the next 12 months, do not miss this presentation.

About the Presenter

Mike McNamara – Strategic Buyers Agent
Mike McNamara is an experienced Buyers Agent/Buyers Advocate, a member of the Real Estate Institute of Victoria and has been working in buyer’s agency for 8 years, while also an investor in residential and commercial property for many years. While most buyers are involved in 3-4 transactions in their lifetime, Mike is heading towards 200, whether houses, townhouses, villa units, apartments or commercial property.
With several university qualifications in finance and business, Mike is a graduate of Victoria University’s Property Investment Course, has an MBA, and had a previous career as a Chartered Accountant.
Mike brings to clients personal and professional property buying experience, negotiation skills, industry contacts and property success.
Mike’s buyer’s agency, Strategic Buyers Agents, focuses on the client, with personalised service, buying the best available property, within the client’s Brief, at the best possible price in Melbourne’s suburbs, or in Victoria’s regions. Homebuyers can be first-timers, upgraders, or downsizers. Investors need to know where to buy to achieve their objectives. For clients wanting to buy interstate, Mike is a member of the Interstate Buyers Agents Network, facilitating purchasing in Sydney, Brisbane, and Gold Coast.

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Website Trends in 2024: Staying Ahead in the Digital Landscape
2024-10-01 07:00 - 08:30 | Our HQ, 268 Canterbury Road, Surrey Hills, Victoria, 3127, Australia
Each week there is a Business Referrers meeting which provides a friendly and productive meeting opportunity for local small business owners to share referrals and grow their businesses using the membership as a platform for new ideas, products and services. We have a guest presenter each week who provides information from their areas of expertise.

Are you getting enought business coming through the door? Could your website drive more traffic? With changes exponentially speeding up thanks to AI, it’s ever so important to keep your website up to date to ensure you stay ahead of your competiton.
Jennifer from Website Warriors will share website trends that have emerged in 2024 and what you can implement to stay ahead.

About the Presenter

Jennifer Saunders – Website Warriors
Jennifer has a career background in project management and business strategy. This experience along with a passion for creative design has provided her with a unique skillset to build eyecatching websites with a strategic focus on helping businesses grow.
Website Warriors prides itself on helping businesses solve all website challenges, whether it be renovating old websites, modernising to suit business service changes or trouble shooting functionality issues.

Jennifer loves overseas travel, architecture, movies, the ballet, wine tasting and considers herself a ‘foodie’.
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A Conversation With An Accountant Who Makes A Difference!
2024-10-08 07:00 - 08:30 | Our HQ, 268 Canterbury Road, Surrey Hills, Victoria, 3127, Australia
Each week there is a Business Referrers meeting which provides a friendly and productive meeting opportunity for local small business owners to share referrals and grow their businesses using the membership as a platform for new ideas, products and services. We have a guest presenter each week who provides information from their areas of expertise.

Running a business and pondering?? where is our cash, why are we not growing, are we profitable, is our structure right to optimise our growth, is our tax position optimised, does our accountant know our business and our aspirations?
Rajesh Chawla from RCB Advisors will discuss what a difference your Advisor/Accountant can make and is also a joy to deal with.

About the Presenter

Rajesh Chawla – RCB Advisors
Rajesh is a Chartered Accountant and brings with him over 35 years of Corporate and Public Practice experience. He is a passionate advisor who enjoys building strong and trusted relationship with client based on his personal, professional, and ethical values. His business acumen, technical skills and can-do attitude engages each client to ensure timely and effective solutions are provided and implemented when dealing with their tax, stages of the business, startups to consolidation and exit. Centre to his approach is the alignment of personal and business vision of his clients as they create their wealth.
Rajesh enjoys his family time, playing tennis, bush walks, music and watching motor sports – F1 .

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The Building Process from Design to Plaster
2024-11-12 07:00 - 08:30 | Our HQ, 268 Canterbury Road, Surrey Hills, Victoria, 3127, Australia
Each week there is a Business Referrers meeting which provides a friendly and productive meeting opportunity for local small business owners to share referrals and grow their businesses using the membership as a platform for new ideas, products and services. We have a guest presenter each week who provides information from their areas of expertise.

Running a business and pondering?? where is our cash, why are we not growing, are we profitable, is our structure right to optimise our growth, is our tax position optimised, does our accountant know our business and our aspirations?
Chris Arnold from Planned Homes will talk about the Building Process, from design through to plaster.

About the Presenter

Chris Arnold – Planned Homes
Chris has a background in drafting, architecture, project management, and construction.
His training and expertise give him the ability to see any project through from start to finish whether it’s a bathroom or a complete build.
His honest and upfront nature means his clients are armed with the knowledge they need before diving into what is often a life-changing experience.
Chris’ years of drafting and architectural experience, combined with his construction knowledge, mean the projects he oversees run smoothly, to time, and to a very high standard.

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What to Consider Before Working at Height
2024-11-19 07:00 - 08:30 | Our HQ, 268 Canterbury Road, Surrey Hills, Victoria, 3127, Australia
Each week there is a Business Referrers meeting which provides a friendly and productive meeting opportunity for local small business owners to share referrals and grow their businesses using the membership as a platform for new ideas, products and services. We have a guest presenter each week who provides information from their areas of expertise.

If you’re in the building industry chances, are you are aware of the risks of working at height, for those of you who do the odd job around home maybe you’re not quite as aware. This week Colleen from Masta Group Australia will be awakening us to the very real risk and what to consider before taking on a task at height.
Colleen Sinclair from MastaGroup Australia will talk about working at heights.

About the Presenter

Colleen Sinclair – Masta Group Australia
Family-owned and operated, Masta Scaffold Melbourne provides height Safety Solutions, Education & Consultation services to Melbourne’s, CBD, Eastern and South-eastern suburbs.
Our friendly team is here to help you find the right height safety solution for your project to keep you safe and profitable.

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The Advantages of Using a Home Loan Broker in Today's Market
2024-12-17 07:00 - 08:30 | Our HQ, 268 Canterbury Road, Surrey Hills, Victoria, 3127, Australia
Each week there is a Business Referrers meeting which provides a friendly and productive meeting opportunity for local small business owners to share referrals and grow their businesses using the membership as a platform for new ideas, products and services. We have a guest presenter each week who provides information from their areas of expertise.

This week Patrick Docherty from Melbourne Mortgage Centre is sharing his experiences in why people should use a mortgage broker in this property market’s current climate.
RSVP to this event and find out all the tips before purchasing your new property.

About the Presenter

Patrick Docherty – Melbourne Mortgage Centre
Patrick’s career began as an accountant before starting his own self employment journey in 1998. He then ventured into the Mortgage Broking in 2002 which has been in business now 22 years. The longevity of his business has brought a strength, where he can assist clients in all of their needs and various circumstances.
Patrick is married with two children and enjoys weekends of sports, gardening, food and planning his next holiday

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Procrastination Can Cost You $$$: “Shake Those Bills” and put the savings back into your pockets in 2025
2025-02-04 07:15 - 08:30 | Our HQ, 268 Canterbury Road, Surrey Hills, Victoria, 3127, Australia
Each week there is a Business Referrers meeting which provides a friendly and productive meeting opportunity for local small business owners to share referrals and grow their businesses using the membership as a platform for new ideas, products and services. We have a guest presenter each week who provides information from their areas of expertise.

Dom Scuteri from Essential Services Plus will be providing information and tips that everyone needs to be aware of that will assist them to manage their utilities bills more effective in 2025.
RSVP to this event if you want to find out how to keep your utility costs under control.

About the Presenter

Dom Scuteri – Essential Services Plus
Married to my wife Claudia for 46 years and we have 3 children Giulio, Melissa, and Katie, one living in the UK, one living in Adelaide and one living in Melbourne with 6 grandchildren.
Prior to my current business I worked for Coles Supermarkets for 40 years across 6 states including the Northern Territory with my last 10 years at Head Office in Tooronga in a Senior Executive role. After the Westfarmers acquisition of Coles Supermarkets I left Coles and I joined ACN (Australian Communication Network) and started up my own family franchise’s business “Essential Services Plus” working from home.
In the past 15 years I have helped hundreds of people to get a better value service and save money with our services and products. Today we have over 700 + customer accounts and growing. We look after our clients, by providing them with good service and regular reviews to ensure they are on competitive plans.

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The Silent Power of Body Language
2025-03-04 07:15 - 08:30 | Our HQ, 268 Canterbury Road, Surrey Hills, Victoria, 3127, Australia
Each week there is a Business Referrers meeting which provides a friendly and productive meeting opportunity for local small business owners to share referrals and grow their businesses using the membership as a platform for new ideas, products and services. We have a guest presenter each week who provides information from their areas of expertise.

Dan Marshall will show how body language and non-verbal communication play a critical role in persuasion, leadership, and public speaking. We often focus on the words we say, but in reality, our body speaks louder than our voice.

About the Presenter

Dan Marshall
Dan Marshall is a seasoned speaker, communication coach, and business mentor with over a decade of experience helping individuals and organizations master the art of persuasive and confident communication. With a background in coaching, public speaking, and business development, Dan specializes in equipping professionals with the skills needed to deliver impactful presentations, inspire audiences, and drive meaningful action.
Dan’s signature Fearless Speaker program has empowered aspiring speakers, executives, and sales professionals to communicate with clarity, confidence, and authority. Whether on stage or in the boardroom, his training equips individuals with proven strategies to captivate audiences, structure compelling speeches, and harness the power of storytelling.
As a sought-after keynote speaker and workshop facilitator, Dan is available for corporate events, conferences, and leadership training sessions. His presentations are dynamic, insightful, and tailored to inspire action, leaving audiences with practical tools to transform the way they communicate.

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Planning Website Content to Improve SEO Rankings
2025-03-18 07:15 - 08:30 | Our HQ, 268 Canterbury Road, Surrey Hills, Victoria, 3127, Australia
Each week there is a Business Referrers meeting which provides a friendly and productive meeting opportunity for local small business owners to share referrals and grow their businesses using the membership as a platform for new ideas, products and services. We have a guest presenter each week who provides information from their areas of expertise.

Are you writing content for your website renovation? Are you looking to produce blogs to grow your credibility and authority rankings?
Jennifer from Website Warriors will share tips on how to remove writers block and produce targeted content to increase your visitors’ attention.

About the Presenter

Jennifer Saunders – Website Warriors
Jennifer has a career background in project management and business strategy. This experience along with a passion for creative design has provided her with a unique skillset to build eyecatching websites with a strategic focus on helping businesses grow.
Website Warriors prides itself on helping businesses solve all website challenges, whether it be renovating old websites, modernising to suit business service changes or trouble shooting functionality issues.

Jennifer loves overseas travel, architecture, movies, the ballet, wine tasting and considers herself a ‘foodie’.
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Property Market Update for Early 2025
2025-03-25 07:15 - 08:30 | Our HQ, 268 Canterbury Road, Surrey Hills, Victoria, 3127, Australia
Each week there is a Business Referrers meeting which provides a friendly and productive meeting opportunity for local small business owners to share referrals and grow their businesses using the membership as a platform for new ideas, products and services. We have a guest presenter each week who provides information from their areas of expertise.

Experienced buyer’s agent, Mike McNamara, Director of Strategic Buyers Agents Pty Ltd will present on hte state of the Melbourne property market in early 2025, how buyers can avoid costly mistakes, and how they can buy successfully. Mike will answer audience questions and/or meet with them after the presentation.

About the Presenter

Mike McNamara – Strategic Buyers Agent
With 11 years experiene in the property market, buying hundreds of properties for clients, Mike has advnaced buying skills and an authoritative grasp of the property marketplace throughout Melbourne and regional areas. Also a property investor for over 20 years, Mike is teritary qualified in finance and business, and has achieved an MBA. Previously working as a Chartered Accountant, and now a licenced real estate agent, Mike’s agency can provide the experience and knowledge needed to secure a first or next home for buyers.

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Networking Event: Work the Room, Networking Like a Pro
2025-05-06 18:00 - 20:00 | Nini’s Hawthorn, 302 Burwood Road, Hawthorn, Victoria, 3122, Australia
Work the Room: Networking Like A Pro

Businesses are invited to celebrate with Business Referrers Group’s 10 years of business networking success in Melbourne’s East with a special event on 6th May.
Join us at Nini’s Hawthorn for an evening of networking with local businesses and to listen to our guest presenter, Public Speaking Expert Dan Marshall, on the topic of ‘Work the Room: Networking Like A Pro’.
Learn how to make meaningful connections, pitch yourself effectively, and leave a lasting impression. Don’t miss out on this opportunity to expand your network connections!

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How To Protect Your Business with Cyber Insurance
2025-05-13 07:15 - 08:30 | Our HQ, 268 Canterbury Road, Surrey Hills, Victoria, 3127, Australia
Each week there is a Business Referrers meeting which provides a friendly and productive meeting opportunity for local small business owners to share referrals and grow their businesses using the membership as a platform for new ideas, products and services. We have a guest presenter each week who provides information from their areas of expertise.

This week Glenn Burbidge from Tyridge will be taking attendees through how to protect your business with Cyber Insurance and the types of risks to be aware of.
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About the Presenter

Glenn Burbidge – Tyridge
Glenn has over 25 years of insurance experience across Australian and global markets with experience in working with a huge variety of insurance programs ranging from complex global placements, to tailored SME and domestic policies. Glenn is a qualified insurance broker. Having lead global teams Glenn is also a passionate leader and coach. He has coached many individuals to assist with their personal and professional success. He is a qualified executive coach, trainer and assessor.
Glenn also has extensive experience in strategy formulation and execution and has worked as a management consultant. He has assisted organizations with a variety of projects to help optimize their performance.

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Understanding Self and Working More Effectively with Others
2025-05-20 07:15 - 08:30 | Our HQ, 268 Canterbury Road, Surrey Hills, Victoria, 3127, Australia
Each week there is a Business Referrers meeting which provides a friendly and productive meeting opportunity for local small business owners to share referrals and grow their businesses using the membership as a platform for new ideas, products and services. We have a guest presenter each week who provides information from their areas of expertise.
Have you ever felt that you are struggling to connect with some work colleagues, clients, or staff? You never seem to quite get on the same page, no matter how hard you try. If so, then this session will be of benefit to you. It will help you build more productive relationships.

This week Warwick Cavell from Profitable Conversations will be taking attendees through “Understanding Self and Working More Effectively with Others”.
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Warwick Cavell – Profitable Conversations

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Change - How And Why Do We Adopt or Not?
2025-05-27 07:15 - 08:30 | Our HQ, 268 Canterbury Road, Surrey Hills, Victoria, 3127, Australia
Each week there is a Business Referrers meeting which provides a friendly and productive meeting opportunity for local small business owners to share referrals and grow their businesses using the membership as a platform for new ideas, products and services. We have a guest presenter each week who provides information from their areas of expertise.

This week Rajesh Chawla from RCB Advisors will be talking to attendees about how as professionals RCB Advisors work with their clients in dealing with Change.
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About the Presenter

Rajesh Chawla – RCB Advisors

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