How to Start (and Keep) Your Small Business

How to Start (and Keep) Your Small Business

Are you ready to start and build a business that lasts?

How to Start (and Keep) Your Small Business is a free, practical, and immersive training experience designed for anyone in the Geelong business community who is dreaming about, planning, or already in the early stages of running a small business.

When:  Monday April 20
Time: 9.30am to 12.30pm
Venue: Wurriki Nyal - 137-149 Mercer Street, Geelong

In just three hours, you will walk away with:

• A clear picture of where your business idea stands, or how to get started the right way


• Insight into what your business needs next to launch and grow with confidence


• A specific action plan to prioritise your most important next steps


• 30-day commitment to build momentum and accelerate your progress

You’ll also have the opportunity to meet members of the City of Greater Geelong's Investment and Economy team, learn about the range of free business support available, and discover how our Business Concierge service can help you navigate your next steps with confidence.

This is your opportunity to step back, refocus, and move forward with confidence, alongside other like-minded small business owners in the Geelong community.

Spaces are limited, so secure your spot today and learn how to successfully start and sustain your small business.

Your next step starts here, register now!

This event is delivered by the City of Greater Geelong and forms part of a suite of free business supports designed to help Geelong Businesses Start, Grow and Thrive within our region and facilitated by Small Business Cheerleader Despina Karatzias from Institute of Excellence.



With 20+ years’ experience, Despina Karatzias helps small business owners move from reactive operations to clear, income-focused growth.

Founder of the Institute of Excellence, Despina believes businesses grow stronger when capability is built deliberately.

If you’re feeling stretched by day-to-day pressures, AI change and digital complexity, Despina will help you focus on what matters most and take confident, practical action.