Most founders start with the idea. Far fewer stop to ask the more important question first: what do you actually want out of this? Your personal goals — financial, lifestyle, the kind of work that genuinely satisfies you, the reputation you want to build, the values you won't trade away — should shape the business […]

This webinar is designed for small business owners, founders and entrepreneurs to learn how to protect their IP and brand. In this practical, easy to follow online discussion, IP Australia experts will walk you through the intellectual property (IP) basics every small business should understand, with a strong focus on trademarks and brand protection. We’ll […]

The ATC program is all about helping founders go further, which is why we’re hosting a series of special lunchtime workshops. This session will focus on helping founders gain greater control and confidence in their finances. Hear directly from Marc Orchard, CEO & Co-Founder of Planet Startup, a CFO studio helping the next generation of […]

Set Your Startup Up for Success Learn the essential legal and financial foundations every founder needs to know before launching. What You’ll Learn: The key legal structures for new businesses and how to choose the right one Basic accounting principles and compliance requirements Essential tools and practices to manage your business finances Common legal and […]

A Fireside Chat on Scaling Smarter Learn how to identify and build the foundational components of a business model through real-world insights and interactive discussion. What You’ll Learn: How to identify and cultivate key partnerships that drive growth Understanding the core activities that underpin a sustainable business model Recognising and leveraging your business’s most critical […]

Investment Options From First Dollar to Venture Capital Understand the full funding journey and learn how to attract the right investors from seed to scale. What You’ll Learn: Personal insights from raising $55M and launching a fund Preparing for investment: traction, defensibility, and reducing risk Pros and cons of external investment Getting the first $50K: […]

Every business owner exits eventually — but without a plan, you risk losing value, overpaying tax, or walking away without the reward you deserve. This session will show you how to exit on your terms. You’ll learn the different options (selling, transferring, closing), how valuations work, and how to minimise tax with small business concessions. […]

Master the fundamental skills and techniques that will pivot your mindset to turning problems into solutions. The CERI Entrepreneurial Mindset Bootcamp is a comprehensive and interactive two-day, hands-on training course focused on experiential learning. You will be immersed in real-world entrepreneurial experiences and introduced to numerous techniques to proactively seek solutions for real-world problems. Learn […]

Founder-led sales is often the engine behind early startup success. Founders know the customer better than anyone, making them the best people to tell the story, navigate objections and close deals. But as businesses grow, what once drove success can quickly become a bottleneck. ​The challenge isn't simply hiring more salespeople. It's building the systems, […]

​Join the team from Scale Partners, a boutique advisory firm specialising in CFO advisory, tax and legal support for high-growth startups, for a practical session covering the financial fundamentals every founder should know. ​From preparing for investment to understanding your numbers and governance obligations, this workshop will help you build a stronger foundation for growth. […]