The Adelaide Economic Development Agency's (AEDA) latest City Business newsletter is here to give you information and resources to support your business. Get an update on city council elections, find out why "dreaming big" is important for business owners, get among the Black Friday sales and more, in this instalment of City Business.
The City of Adelaide welcomes new Mayor and Councillors
The City of Adelaide welcomes provisional Lord Mayor, Dr Jane Lomax-Smith AM, who has returned to Adelaide Town Hall more than 20 years after she was first at the helm of the council.
Retaining talent in tech
Attracting, supporting and retaining talent in the tech field needs to play a key role in growing the state’s startup ecosystem, business leaders say. Speakers at a Startup Week Event, run in partnership with the AEDA, said talent is required to activate the city, as well as power the growth of startups in South Australia.
Importance of goal setting
South Australian Chief Entrepreneur Andrew Nunn is encouraging South Australian business owners to “dream big”, and not incrementally, to achieve their corporate goals. Speaking at a Startup Week event last week, Mr Nunn said an incremental mindset “chew(ed) up” time, while “thinking big” had a positive impact on how an individual approached a task.
Takeaway points from the second course of Data4Lunch
AEDA held its second Data4Lunch event, hosted by KPMG, on 16 November 2022. AEDA Economic Research and Data Analyst Jordon Tomopoulos, alongside special guests Justin Jamieson of KPMG and Jane Johnston of StudyAdelaide, spoke about emerging industry sectors and employment trends. The trio revealed tasty titbits to help Adelaide organisations plan, seize opportunities and thrive.
Black Friday comes to town
Australians are expected to spend $6.2 billion at the Black Friday sales, up $200 million on 2021 figures, according to the Australian Retailers Association. AEDA has made Black Friday even more exciting by offering a bag drop and concierge services to help shoppers move hands free between stores to snap up bargains.
Adelaide Fringe deals
Adelaide Fringe, the southern hemisphere's largest open access arts festival, has three programs to help local businesses benefit from increased foot traffic during the month-long festival in February and March 2023. Your business can offer discounts to artists and membership holders, with the Adelaide Fringe promoting your offer to draw people to your venue.
A day out with ... Events South Australia's Hitaf Rasheed
Events South Australia Executive Director Hitaf Rasheed feels like a tourist in her own city when she visits the small businesses across town. From cafes with a 1970s vibe, to the small bars where she can watch the world go by, Ms Rasheed says city businesses are among the best places for both locals and visitors to enjoy. ADLocal caught up with Hitaf Rasheed as part of its A day out with... series.
Students in the spotlight
Business leaders, governments and the education sector will collaborate to explore how the international education can thrive in South Australia as part of StudyAdelaide's Business and Industry Lunch Forum. Grattan Institute Chief Executive Officer Danielle Wood is the keynote speaker, and she will be joined by panelists Jane Johnston (StudyAdelaide), Hendri Mentz (Deloitte), Ben Fee (Regional Development Australia - Murraylands and Riverland) and Germin Chan (My Marsupium).
Climate Action Plan 2022-2025
The City of Adelaide (CoA)'s draft Climate Action Plan 2022 – 2025 outlines immediate actions that will build on its previous successes in climate action, develop foundations for the next 10-year strategy, and accelerate its own and community operations. Share your thoughts on the plan with CoA as part of community consultation, which closes on 5:00 pm, Monday 28 November 2022.
Designer Scott Faulder creating a feast for the senses
The Rolodex at fashion designer Scott Faulder’s home contains more than just numbers, it is a source of creativity, innovation, and pride. The pages have the measurements of drag queens from around the world who he proudly makes costumes for as part of his “side hustle” label, Scott Australia. The numbers are even more important during Feast Festival where drag queens wear his designs around town in the name of diversity and inclusivity.
Switch to net zero carbon
Discover how your business can make a positive impact on the environment at the CitySwitch and Carbon Neutral Adelaide Partners' event, Accelerate to Net Zero. The formalities will be followed by a special screening of Damon Gameau's short film Regenerating Australia, as well as an opportunity to network over light refreshments.
Grants to boost performance
The Government of South Australia has launched a new round of See it LIVE vouchers to kick-start the state's summer of music and get people back into pubs, clubs, small bars, restaurants and cafes. Businesses can register for a $400 e-voucher to host live music performances. Registrations close on 16 April 2023.
