IT’S Small Business Month and that means it is time for the small businesses in our community to reconnect.

Business Port Stephens (BPS), in collaboration with Port Stephens Council and Port Stephens Women in Business will host a free dinner event for small businesses to celebrate Small Business Month.

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The event’s two speakers, Craig Hopper and Tammy Howell, will share the importance and positive impact of connection to self first and then others, how to create a healthy workplace culture that is flexible and addresses the holistic needs of all staff, and how to communicate clearly in a way that fosters honesty, integrity and inclusivity.

Craig Hopper is an expert in the future of leadership: compassionate leadership.

He focuses on growth and innovation and is an expert in digital innovation and product development.

He has successfully led and coached teams for over 30 years.

He has run billion-dollar business units, been CEO of a start-up, runs two small businesses and is an expert in digital products and innovation.

Building outstanding teams that last has never been more challenging than in today’s environment.

Craig explains how to do the hard stuff with heart and create an environment that enables team success.

Tammy is a ‘Mental Health First Aid Instructor’ and international author of ‘The Real Man’s Tool Box – A DIY Health Manual For Men’.

She is an experienced keynote speaker on many topics such as workplace health and is a registered nurse and nutritionist.

The free event is being held at Nelson Bay Bowling Club on Thursday, 10 November from 5:30 – 8:00pm with attendees required to RSVP by 5pm Friday 4 November at
https://www.businessportstephens.com/events/#!event/register/2022/11/10/small-business-month-connection-communication-and-culture.

On November 23, the Business Port Stephens AGM is to be held at the Nelson Bay Bowling Club.

The AGM is a great way to find out about what the organisation can do to support member businesses.

Business Port Stephens are also getting ready to set sail on their annual Christmas Sunset Cruise!

This cruise on Moonshadow offers an opportunity to connect over a cocktail and have a bite to eat while enjoying the beautiful waters of Port Stephens.

This is purely a social occasion with no official speakers or speeches.

It is just an opportunity to relax and have a good time after a busy year.

BPS members and non-members are all welcome.

By Marian SAMPSON