2024 Multicultural Business & Entrepreneur Network Conference
Conference Details
Date: 8th of October, 2024
Time: 9:00 am – 5:00 pm
Location: Hilton Adelaide | 233 Victoria Square, Adelaide SA 5000, Australia
Welcome to the 2024 Multicultural Business and Entrepreneur Conference (#MBEN2024), where innovation meets diversity to Unleash Business Potential. This conference is a dynamic gathering of thought leaders, entrepreneurs, and professionals from diverse backgrounds, coming together to explore, learn, and connect.
Conference Highlights:
- Keynote Speakers: Renowned industry leaders will share their insights and experiences, providing valuable perspectives on unlocking the full potential of businesses in a multicultural landscape.
- Panel Discussions: Engage in thought-provoking discussions with experts in various fields, exploring strategies, challenges, and opportunities in the ever-evolving business landscape.
- Workshops and Training Sessions: Dive deep into practical skills and knowledge with hands-on workshops and training sessions designed to enhance your business acumen and entrepreneurial skills.
- Networking Opportunities: Connect with like-minded professionals, potential collaborators, and mentors. Build a diverse network that can propel your business to new heights.
- Exhibition Area: Explore a showcase of innovative products and services from multicultural businesses. Discover new solutions and forge partnerships that can drive success in your ventures.
Themes of Exploration:
- Inclusive Leadership: Embrace the power of diversity in leadership and learn how inclusive practices can foster innovation and success.
- Global Market Access: Explore strategies for expanding your business globally, navigating diverse markets, and leveraging cultural insights to gain a competitive edge.
- Technology and Innovation: Uncover the latest trends and technologies shaping the business landscape. Learn how to harness innovation for sustainable growth.
- Entrepreneurial Resilience: Navigate challenges with resilience. Hear inspiring stories of entrepreneurs who have overcome adversity and learn valuable lessons for building a resilient business.
OUR LINEUP
Robert Taylor
Senior Kaurna Man & Cultural Custodian
Shaun Westcott
Chief Executive Officer and Director of Mitsubishi Motors Australia
Joe Szakacs
Member for Cheltenham, Parliament of South Australia Minister of Trade & Investment
Zita Ngor
Founder, Principal Solicitor of Adelaide Law Boutique & Principal Consultant for Taylor Rose
Dr. Desiree Beekharry
Founder of Manage the Conflict & Desiree Beekharry Coaching
Nicole Gollan
Founder & Director of Nik&Co Consultancy
Amelia Griffin
Speech Pathologist, Director of My Mind Matters Therapy
Marissa Hankinson
Co-Founder of Wavebreaker Productions
Navtej Bal
CEO of Ironwood Institute
Joseph John
Committee Member of the Australia India Business Council
Jo Bell
Program Manager of LaunchMe Microenterprises, Good Shepherd Australia New Zealand
Sam Donato
Director of Auctus Training and Education
Pouya Farbod
Director of Tibii Disability Support Services
Freddie Brincat
CEO of Community Bridging Services (CBS)
Mirsia Bunjaku
CEO of Australian Migrant Resource Centre
Kylan Beech
Director of Coast-to-Coast Communication
Jordon Tomopoulos
Advisor, Economic Research of Adelaide Economic Development Agency (AEDA)
Mitchell Matemayi
Business Development Manager of McQuel Healthcare Continence Solutions
Lisa Cook
Founder of Get on Board Australia
Roann Junio-Hartmann
Founder of Cobber Technologies
Sunita Miranda
Director at Cornerstone Alliance & Founder of easyread.tech
Eduardo Donoso
Director of D&S Resources
Benjemen Elengovan
CEO and Founder of MyGigsters
Dr. Xin Deng
Senior Lecturer of University of South Australia
Amanda Hewer
Field Coordinator of Master Builders Association of South Australia
Silvana Forlini
Psychotherapist and Clinical Hypnotherapist of Silvana Forlini Counselling and Hypnotherapy
Andrew Kay
CEO of SA Business Chamber
David Chikwuba
Executive Director of Mentoring, Coaching, and Counselling (MCC)
Amy Springhall
Founder of The Visibility Project
Ethel Osazuwa
Chairperson of Multicultural Business and Entrepreneur Network
Chelsea Marchetti
Director of Flipper Academy
Narayan Ramchandani
NDIS Auditor and Director, Cornerstone Alliance





































