Our Business Support & Advocacy Committee

Dale Whitfield

Whitfield Excavations

Brett Pekin

BLP Accommodation Group

Colin Hayward

Retired Business Owner

Voluntary Rate Member

Our Business Support and advocacy Committee, comprising a minimum of two current Board members, has a focus on:

  • Business forums featuring motivational speakers and business insights

  • Opportunities for business development and training

  • Work experience/placement programs

  • Providing members with the opportunity to network and share ideas

  • Welcome packs for new members/businesses

  • Conduct two business forums annually inviting all members to attend and advocating the issues raised to the relevant stakeholders.

  • Engage with and advocate on behalf of members.

  • Engage with government agencies and relevant organisations to advocate on behalf of the members/region.