Events
Explore our upcoming in-person workshops, online webinars and networking opportunities.
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We host events to support the growth of small businesses and startups throughout Victoria. Whether online or in-person, our events are perfect for networking and connecting with other entrepreneurs.
Upcoming events
Building a Social Media Strategy & Winning Content
Digital Solutions Program
📆 Weds February 5, 10am
Learn to develop a standout social media strategy for your brand, audience, and goals. Discover how to create engaging content, build connections, and drive sales with practical tips and tactics.
RegisterCanva Part 1: Getting Started with Canva - Canva Basics for Beginners
Digital Solutions Program
📆 Weds February 12, 10am
Master Canva basics to enhance your brand in 2025. Learn to create social media posts and presentations — perfect for entrepreneurs looking to boost visual branding skills.
RegisterBuild your Brand Strategy in 2025 (Leveraging AI)
Digital Solutions Program
📆 Tues February 18, 11am
Unlock the key elements of a successful brand strategy for 2025. Learn to leverage AI tools for brand positioning, messaging, and identity to drive growth and informed business decisions.
RegisterCanva Part 2: Design Like a Pro in Canva - Essential Design Principles for Building a Standout Brand
Digital Solutions Program
📆 Fri February 21, 10am
Enhance your designs with Canva’s essential principles. Learn to create a brand kit, style fonts, and colours like a pro, building standout designs for logos and marketing materials.
RegisterCanva Part 3: AI in Canva - How to Leverage Canva's AI Tools to Supercharge your Workflow
Digital Solutions Program
📆 Thurs March 13, 10am
Boost your creative workflow with Canva’s AI tools. Learn when to use AI features and craft effective prompts to save time and improve efficiency — perfect for staying ahead in AI-driven design.
RegisterAutomate with Canva AI
Digital Solutions Program
📆 Tues March 18, 11am
Transform your workflow with Canva’s AI tools. Learn to use Magic Studio, create content faster, and build seamless brand touchpoints—perfect for boosting productivity and staying ahead in design.
RegisterPast events
Digital Day Out
Melbourne Innovation Centre
In June 2024, we hosted "Digital Day Out," our largest event of year in Nunawading. The event attracted over 250 attendees and advanced the digital capabilities of small businesses. Digital Day Out was a huge success and marked one of the most impactful events ever delivered by Melbourne Innovation Centre.
LEARN MOREBusiness Resilience to Brilliance
Melbourne Innovation Centre
"Business Resilience to Brilliance" featured a series of in-person events aimed at educating, and supporting small businesses. We held these events across Bendigo, Geelong, Lakes Entrance, Melbourne's North, and Melbourne CBD, attracting hundreds of business owners and entrepreneurs.
LEARN MORERegional Flood Recovery Event Series
Digital Solutions Program
As part of a regional tour initiative, we organised three workshops in Shepparton and Bendigo to assist flood-affected small businesses. These workshops focused on enhancing digital strategies, helping businesses build resilience, and leveraging online tools to support their recovery and growth.
LEARN MOREThrive & Connect: Digital & Wellbeing Strategies for Migrant Entrepreneurs
Digital Solutions Program
We delivered a CALD-focused workshop titled "Thrive & Connect: Digital & Wellbeing Strategies for Migrant Entrepreneurs," with support from Neami National, Merri-Bek Council, Global Sisters, and Casa Bonita, to assist migrant entrepreneurs with their digital growth strategies.
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