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Free workshops on workplace relations, cyber security for QLD businesses

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Are you a Queensland small business owner feeling overwhelmed by new workplace laws or worried about cyber threats? Help is on the way.

The COSBOA Roadshow is rolling into Fortitude Valley on February 26th and 27th, bringing two crucial workshops designed to empower your business. Learn how to navigate the latest industrial relations changes with Small Business PEAK and bolster your cyber defenses with Cyber Wardens. Don’t miss this chance to gain expert insights, network with peers, and win a valuable business training package!

Navigating the New Normal

New workplace legislation can be a minefield for small businesses. The Small Business PEAK workshop will simplify these complex changes, providing you with the knowledge and tools you need to stay compliant and thrive. Get clear explanations of key updates, including the Right to Disconnect and the Small Business Wage Compliance Code. Test your knowledge with a live quiz, and discover how to access COSBOA’s white-label resources and the PEAK Hub platform.

Cyber Shield Up! Cyber Wardens Workshop

Cybersecurity is no longer optional – it’s essential. The Cyber Wardens workshop will equip you with the skills to protect your business from the ever-growing threat of cybercrime. Learn to identify red flags, understand your vulnerabilities, and implement simple yet effective strategies to boost your cyber safety. Discover why cybersecurity is a team effort and how a trained Cyber Warden can make all the difference. Plus, participate in a special co-design roundtable with Home Affairs and ASIC to shape national cybersecurity resources and have your voice heard!

Why Attend?

This isn’t just another workshop – it’s an investment in your business’s future. Gain practical knowledge, network with other small business owners, and connect with the COSBOA team. Plus, by attending both workshops and the networking drinks, you’ll be entered to win a Zadro University training package valued at $1,000! This prize includes expert training in public speaking, digital marketing, strategic marketing, crisis communications, and public relations – everything you need to elevate your business.

Event Details:

  • Dates: Wednesday, February 26th & Thursday, February 27th
  • Location: Cloudland, 641 Ann Street, Fortitude Valley, Queensland
  • Workshops: Small Business PEAK & Cyber Wardens
  • Networking: Drinks session after the workshops
  • Prize: Chance to win a $1,000 Zadro University training package

To register visit https://www.cosboa.org.au/roadshow

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