We all have an idea of where we want our business or business idea to go, and now is the time to have those burning questions answered and move your business forward!

The Business Incubator Program is open to new and existing businesses from across the Hastings region across Manufacturing, Agribusiness, Creative Industries and Tourism.

Whether you have a business idea, are a start up or simply looking to expand your business knowledge and networks, the incubator program can help you along your business journey.

The second Incubator Series will run for a short, sharp 6 weeks!

Participants will explore five key business topics including Finance, Marketing, People & culture, Risk & resilience, Innovation.

Workshops run on Wednesday evenings 5.30pm for a 6pm start at the new Art Gallery and Business Base, 62 Cameron St Wauchope NSW 2446.
  • 19 October 2022 – Marketing Workshop - Strategy and Creating a Content Planner
  • 26 October 2022 – Risk and Resilience – Identifying and responding to risk + Future planning 
  • 2 November 2022 – Finance Workshop – Business Basics & Managing Cash Flow
  • 9 November 2022 – Innovation Workshop – Fostering Innovation in your Business
  • 16 November 2022 – People and Culture – HR Basics and Building a Positive Business Culture
  • 23 November 2022 - Review Session

The program includes workshops, peer sessions and six mentoring sessions.

Participants will be expected to commit to attend workshops both online and in person and complete any tasks or activities as part of the program to the best of their ability. On average it is expected the commitment is approx. 2-3 hours per week. 

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* 1. Contact Details

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* 2. Where are you with you business concept?

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* 3. Tell us about your business:

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* 4. Which industry does your business concept fit into?

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* 5. Do you currently have a business coach or mentor?

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* 6. Are you currently part of another program such as NEIS  or Business Connect?

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* 7. What kind of things are you looking to develop in your business? e.g. what's your wishlist?

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* 8. Tell us what you are looking to learn about, or develop in your business in the following areas:

Terms and conditions:
By submitting this Expression of Interest, you are agreeing that you understand and will undertake the following terms and conditions:
  • That the information provided here is correct according to your knowledge.
  • That you are willing to participate in the program workshop, sessions, tasks and activities.
  • That you are willing for your business name and description to be included in public promotions of the program.
  • That you are willing to provide feedback on your experience to the Wauchope Chamber which we may include in our reporting and/ or as a promotion of the program or the Chamber itself.
  • That you understand this program is facilitated by the Wauchope Chamber of Commerce with both NSW and COMMONWEALTH Government funding.
  • That you agree to become a member of the Wauchope Chamber of Commerce (free and paid options available) and will register your membership upon acceptance of your application - (of course you are always welcome to join anytime whether you are part of this program or not!)
  • That your Business profile and associated promotional materials will be included in the Wauchope Chamber website and social media along with any other relevant Wauchope Chamber sites or projects.
  • You may be asked by the Chamber to share a positive news story, insights, or other information regarding what you are doing in your business in the interest of local business promotion and sharing of knowledge with our local business community.
  • That you will receive communications from the Wauchope Chamber of Commerce of which you can unsubscribe at any time.
  • The decision determining successful applications will be approved by the Wauchope Chamber executive and is final.

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