Small Business Week is almost here! Here's what's still to come

Small Business Week returns from 17-21 August, bringing together practical ideas, expert advice and opportunities for you to learn, connect and discover new ways to strengthen your businesses.

With a wide range of events available online and in person across metropolitan Adelaide and regional SA, there are plenty of ways to get involved.

Not sure where to start? Here are five events to add to your calendar.

1. Start the week at the Small Business Expo

The Small Business Expo at the Adelaide Convention Centre on Monday 17 August is the perfect way to kick off Small Business Week.

Connect with business owners and industry experts while exploring the wide range of services available to help your business grow.

Hear from 9News Finance Editor Chris Kohler as he shares insights into economic trends and changing conditions impacting Australian businesses.

A panel of South Australian business leaders will also discuss how they have responded to challenges, adapted to changing conditions and identified opportunities for growth. The panel will feature Kelly Kuhn from Murray River Dark Sky Tours, Richard Petterson from Tindo Solar, Jodie Hawkes from Bowhill Engineering and George Georgiadis from Never Never Distilling Co.

You can also connect with more than 20 government agencies, business organisations and program providers, including the Office for Small and Family Business, Small Business Commission SA, Consumer and Business Services, the ATO, SA Business Chamber, Be Well Co and Adelaide Business Hub.

Exhibitors will offer support across business growth, sustainability, mental health and wellbeing, women in business, workplace matters and more.

2. Understand your funding options with Raising Capital 101

Accessing finance can be an important step in growing a business but knowing where to start can be challenging.

Delivered by Roseanne Healy, Raising Capital 101 will help business owners better understand investment options, what investors look for and how to prepare when exploring opportunities to secure funding.

Whether you’re considering raising capital now or planning for future growth, this session will provide practical insights to help you make informed decisions.

3. Explore the future of food and drink

South Australia’s food and drink industry continues to evolve, with businesses responding to changing consumer expectations, new technologies and emerging opportunities.

The Future of Food and Drink: An Industry in Transformation will explore the trends shaping the sector and what they mean for businesses looking ahead.

4. Get practical insights into retail and commercial leasing

Understanding your commercial lease can help you make more confident decisions when running a retail or commercial business.

Retail and Commercial Lease Essentials will provide practical guidance on key leasing considerations, helping businesses better understand their rights, responsibilities and what to look out for when entering or managing a lease.

5. Discover the secrets to family business success

Family businesses are built on passion, commitment and shared purpose but they can also come with unique challenges.

The Secrets to Family Business Success will explore practical approaches to building stronger family businesses, including managing relationships, planning for the future and creating a foundation for long-term success.

If you’re running a family business or thinking about the next generation, this session offers valuable insights for building a resilient future.

6. Looking for more? Explore Community Partner events

Our Community Partner events create even more opportunities for businesses to learn, connect and share experiences across metropolitan Adelaide and our regions.

Events cover a wide range of topics, including digital marketing, branding, employing staff, business wellbeing, networking opportunities, and more.