Networking is a relatively simple concept. Exponential benefits from networking, especially for women in the early stages of a business, can flow from a commitment to regular and effective networking.

Learning Objectives:
1. Understand the 3 main benefits of strong networking.
2. Identify what type of network/s you need for your business.
3. Know what you should bring to a networking group.

Learning Outcomes:
1. Build a support platform that will assist you and your business to achieve success.
2. Engage with forms of networking, across mediums, that best suit you and your business.
3. Find your tribe and leverage connections to boost your confidence and drive better decision making.

About the presenter: Ann Sutton
Ann managed her family-owned retail store comprising a supermarket, newsagency and giftware for 18 years in Coolah near the Liverpool Plains. She was elected retail representative on the IGA NSW/ACT State Board, where she held the role of chairman, and chairman of the Culture Governance and Compliance Committee. She also sat on the IGA National Board.

She has direct management experience in fashion and retail and has a background in rural business administration. She has held leadership positions within her business community and won numerous business awards, including runner up most outstanding business in the Orana Region in Western New South Wales. Ann was also an Australian Telstra Businesswomen’s Award nominee.

Ann is a graduate of the AICD Company Directors Course, has a Graduate Certificate in Business Management, an Associate Diploma and is currently halfway through her MBA studies at Macquarie University.

Ann is an Accredited Mental Health First Aider.

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