Business Development Sydney

From Australia Asian Business Investment Network

**Beyond Numbers Business Referral Network** for Accountants, Bookkeepers, Planners and Brokers is designed for business owners in the Accounting, Bookkeeping and Financial Services Industry to connect with likeminded finance professionals, build meaningful and authentic relationships in a positive and supportive environment. Business owners in accounting and financial services often struggle to find networking opportunities tailored to their industry. **Beyond Numbers Networking Events** are dedicated to bring together accounting and finance professionals who truly understand their unique challenges and provide a platform for them to build connections, and trusting relationships and explore potential strategic referral partners. At Beyond Numbers Business Referral Network, our primary goal is to foster authentic connections among business owners in the accounting and financial services industry. Our event aims to facilitate the formation of strong relationships based on shared values, interests, and experiences. #### **Who is it for:** * Accountants in practice * Bookkeepers * BAS agents * Tax agents and advisors * Commercial Lawyers * Financial planners and advisors * Mortgage brokers operate over 2 years * Insurance brokers #### **What to expect:** 6:00 pm - Doors open and welcome in to network 6:30 pm - Event start, intro and topic discussion 7:45 pm - Continue networking 8:30 pm - Event closes (Drinks and finger food will be provided) Please be on time, as there is no late entrance after 6:30pm. #### **Why Join Us?** Being part of an accounting and financial services community means you’re not alone on your journey. You’ll meet potential strategic referral partners who not only understand the unique challenges in the finance industry but also share your drive to grow and succeed. Together, you can exchange valuable insights, build trusted relationships, and uncover new opportunities to expand your client base. This community is designed to foster collaboration, offering peer support and expert connections to thrive in a competitive market. Join us to create meaningful connections, explore collaboration opportunities and secure lasting success for your business and beyond. PS: Participation certification can be issued for you to claim 1.5CPD hours with your industry body, if applicable. ##### **Event Photography Disclaimer** ##### ##### **By attending this event, you acknowledge and consent to being photographed and/or filmed. These images and videos may be used for promotional purposes, including but not limited to social media posts, website content, marketing materials, and future event promotion.** ##### ##### **If you prefer not to be photographed, please inform event organisers upon arrival and we will make every effort to accommodate your request.** ##### ##### **For questions about photo usage or to request removal of your image, please contact the event organisers.**

1 attendee

Australia Asia Business Investment Network Monthly Meet Up

Sat, Jul 25, 2:00 AM

4.7

Welcome to our meet up, where we unite, share and chat about day-to-day life, goals and plans, strategies, work life balance, business and investment opportunities. Smart casual attire. Belroy Hotel, Upstairs near terrace. Please look for "Meet Up" sign on Table Agenda Session 1: Introduction Session 2: Five-minute introductory presentation by participants Session 3: Networking Session Session 4: Closing Remarks ** Join our Asia Wealth Connect (AWC) community for support, opportunities and collaboration at [https://www.asiawealthconnect.com.au](https://www.asiawealthconnect.com.au) Hope to see you there. Please be on time and note the event can finish earlier depending on numbers

9 attendees

SydDT #128: When Does Design Become Strategic?

Wed, Jul 22, 8:00 AM

From Sydney Design Thinking

4.7

Most designers want to be more strategic. But what does that actually mean? Is strategic design about working on bigger problems? Influencing executives? Creating visions and roadmaps? Driving transformation? Or are we confusing good design with strategic design? Join us for our July meetup where a panel of experienced strategic design leaders will explore one of the most debated questions in our profession: what makes design strategic? We’re lucky to have Dr Leanne Sobel, Jaimes Nel, Paul Merrell, and Lize Wordsworth sharing their insights with short lightning talks before we open up a panel discussion and audience conversation. We'll explore: * What strategic design is * What it isn’t – with common misconceptions and traps * How strategic design differs from other design disciplines * Where strategic design is heading * How designers can increase their strategic influence and impact Expect diverse perspectives, thoughtful discussions, and practical insights for designers at every stage of their career. Come join us for some fun conversations with interesting people in and around the design thinking community. New members are welcome! **SPEAKERS** **[Dr Leanne Sobel](https://www.linkedin.com/in/lsobel/)** **Adjunct Fellow, UTS Business School** Leanne is a strategic designer, researcher, and educator. Her PhD research explored the role of design in strategy, and her work focuses on applying design practices, systems thinking, and participatory approaches to complex organisational challenges. With experience spanning consulting, academia, and industry, Leanne is a leading voice in the evolving field of strategic design. **[Jaimes Nel](https://www.linkedin.com/in/jaimesnel/)** **Founder, Path Ventures** Jaimes is the founder of Path Ventures, a Sydney-based consultancy helping organisations connect strategy to action through design-led approaches. With more than 20 years of experience spanning service design, digital transformation, and organisational change, Jaimes has worked with organisations including the NHS, BBC, GOV.UK, Westpac, ING, and TAL. His work focuses on helping organisations “play the long game” by using strategic design to navigate complexity and deliver lasting change. **[Paul Merrell](https://www.linkedin.com/in/paul-merrell-9861846/)** **Senior Service Designer, Allianz** Paul is a design leader and strategist with extensive experience applying service design and human-centred approaches to organisational transformation. Currently with Allianz Australia, Paul works at the intersection of customer experience, business strategy and change, helping organisations navigate complexity and deliver meaningful outcomes. His work is grounded in the belief that meaningful change happens when strategy connects with the realities of people, systems and delivery. **[Lize Wordsworth](https://www.linkedin.com/in/lizewordsworth/)** **Group Head of Business Architecture & Design, Westpac Group** Awesome bio coming soon… **EVENT SPONSORS** This event is brought to you by [Atlassian](https://www.atlassian.com/), [Shapeshifters](https://www.sh8peshifters.com/), and [Dynamic4](https://dynamic4.com/). We take photos and record our events for documentation and promo purposes. Just let us know if you prefer not to be featured.

93 attendees

Ryde Voice ❤️ Awesome Networking Meetup @ West Ryde Hotel

Fri, Jul 31, 2:30 AM

From Lassie & Edward Zia's Awesome Business Networking Community

From Lassie & Edward Zia's Awesome Business Networking Community

Ryde Voice ❤️ is our legendary Neighborhood & Business Community. We aim to bring local residents, businesses and lovers of Ryde together to make new connections, new friends and build a strong supportive network. **[To learn more, join our Facebook Group here!](https://www.facebook.com/groups/rydevoice)** #MacquriePark #Eastwood #WestRyde #Denistone #Meadowbank #Ryde Our Networking Meetups are fun, social, and casual. A great opportunity to meet and catch up for lunch and more with great locals. This is FREE from us, and please make sure to purchase food and drinks to support our hosts at West Ryde Hotel Your guests are most welcome too! The more the merrier. This event is hosted by Lassie & Edward Zia. **[Learn more about their events + support their work here! ❤️🤛](https://linktr.ee/edwardzia)**

3 attendees

SYDNEY 🔥 Awesome Business Networking @ Novotel Sydney on Darling Harbour

Fri, Aug 7, 3:00 AM

From Women in Projects, Australia

**🔥Lassie & Edward Zia's Business Community is hosting a Business Networking Event @ Novotel Sydney on Darling Harbour!🔥** **[Book into our coming events + donate to support our work here x](https://linktr.ee/edwardzia)** Join like-minded people in Business for a fun and relaxing Networking Lunch and afternoon of Networking that you won't want to miss! Our Business Community includes a diverse range of friendly and supportive Professionals, Entrepreneurs, Business Owners, CEOs, Managing Directors, Boss Ladies, Thought Leaders and Influencers, open and ready to meet like-minded individuals, to connect and grow their Networks! (Not suitable for students) Our events are all about fostering and empowering meaningful connections, getting everyone out of their homes and offices to build a stronger Network within our Communities. **The Event:** Our gatherings are free to you and pretty casual, with minimum structure to allow natural flow of conversations. [Please make a donation, we really appreciate your support.](https://www.paypal.com/paypalme/ExcellenceAbove) Come along, grab lunch, introduce yourselves, make new friends, and connect with each other on your phones via Linkedin. Our leaders will give a brief introduction after lunch, feel free to move around and speak to everyone before and after, and enjoy a coffee and or beverages of your choice throughout the event too. **Before the event** Make sure that you have registered and updated your professional profile and install the LinkedIn app on your phone, our preferred social media platform for high quality professionals and Business Partners. **After the event:** Touch base with those you have met and connect with any you may have missed on the day. Schedule a coffee meet and or come along to our next event to re-connect with others. **Parking:** Located in Darling Harbour, prepaid parking directly beneath Novotel Darling Harbour is available at Wilson Parking, provided that you book online 1 day prior, for $16. **First time with Us?** You're in good hands! We've been running networking events in since 2015 and beyond **About Us** Our Meetup Business Community has over 16k members and has become one of Australia's largest Business Networking Meetup groups. We host regular Networking events in Sydney, Melbourne, Brisbane, Canberra and zooms throughout the year, supporting a network of ever-growing businesses. With over 16,000 members in our Business Community, you have the best chance of meeting like-minded people to grow and scale your Network faster. **[View all upcoming events here!](https://linktr.ee/edwardzia)** ### Frequently Asked Questions **What is the dress code?** Smart Business casual and be photo ready. **Do many people attend by themselves?** Many of our attendees come by themselves and friends, colleagues and first timers are always welcomed. **How can I make contact with any questions?** Simply direct message [Edward Zia](https://www.linkedin.com/in/edwardzia/) with any further questions. We aim to create High Value and the best Business Networking Events available out there! **Meet - Like - Know - Trust** **Your Network is your Networth!** 🌏🌏🌏💙💙💙🔥🔥🔥 If you love our High Quality Business Networking Events, please Sign up to become a Member of the **[Awesome Influencer Vault](https://edwardzia.teachable.com/p/theawesomemarketingvault)** and help us keep them Running! We really appreciate your ongoing support!

13 attendees

Women in Projects Australia presents: Ask a Mentor Anything

Tue, Jul 21, 8:00 AM

From Western Sydney Tech Innovators

Kick off 6pm for Nibbles and networking. Welcome at 6:30pm and then dive into our session. Submit your questions and we will have our mentor - Marg - answer your questions.

31 attendees

Automate Your Marketing and Sales with AI Agents

Sat, Jul 18, 3:30 AM

This is a paid event. There is a limited number of Early Bird tickets at $39 until 11th July, after which the Standard Ticket price is $49. If the event is sold out, get the tickets on Eventbrite: [https://www.eventbrite.com.au/e/automate-your-marketing-and-sales-with-ai-agents-tickets-1991021126787](https://www.eventbrite.com.au/e/automate-your-marketing-and-sales-with-ai-agents-tickets-1991021126787) **"I** **know I should be marketing more — but I don't know where to start, or how to keep it up."** Sound familiar? You're running the wrong engine. In this 3-hour hands-on workshop, you'll build an AI Marketing & Sales Agent that helps capture leads, nurture customers, draft outreach, and follow up — so you can focus on growing the business instead of chasing it. Walk in curious. Walk out with a working AI Agent. **Everything provided. Just turn up and build.** WSTI gives you the workstation, AI licence, and project handout for a team of 3 — no setup, no subscriptions to buy. **What You'll Walk Out With** * A working AI Marketing & Sales Agent built during the session * Hands-on experience setting it up on a real business scenario * A clear understanding of the resources and next steps to apply this to your own business **Who This Is For** * Solo founders and service providers who want more customers without more hours * Small businesses that struggle to keep marketing consistent * Consultants, agencies, retail, B2B service providers — anyone selling something and wanting AI to lighten the load * Anyone curious about how Western Sydney SMEs are already running on Agentic AI **What to Expect** * **Background** — what Agentic AI is and how it transforms marketing and sales work * **Demo** — a live walk-through with a real business scenario * **Hands-on Project** — build your own AI Agent at the table. * **Agent Skill Setup** — quick exercises to build resuable AI skills (new in v2) * **Next Steps** — how to take this further **Run on AI Agents Series — July 2026** * **Sat 4 Jul** · Automate Your Business Operations with AI Agents * **Sat 11 Jul** · Automate Your Content Creation and Social Media with AI Agents * **Sat 18 Jul** · Automate Your Sales Pipeline with AI Agents * **Sat 25 Jul** · Automate Your Business with AI Agents — AI OS Build Day *(full-day flagship)* **FAQ** * *Do I need to know anything about AI before I come?* No. We start from "I've heard of ChatGPT" level. If you can use email, you can do this. * *Do I need to bring a laptop?* No — **WSTI provides everything** during the session. You'll work in a team of 3 sharing one workstation with AI licences and the AI Agent platform already set up. Bring your own laptop only if you'd like to keep tinkering afterward. * *What platform do you use?* We work with Claude Code and Claude Cowork — the same approach can be applied with other Agentic AI tools and platforms too. * *Do I need an AI licence to join?* No — WSTI provides everything you need to use during the workshop. * *How is v2 different from v1?* V2 is 30 minutes longer (3 hrs vs 2.5 hrs in V1), with more hands-on practice and new AI skills setup exercises. We've also improved the project-based learning experience and project handouts. ### **Notice of Photography and Filming** By entering this event, you acknowledge that photography, audio, and video recording may occur. Your attendance constitutes your consent to be photographed, filmed, and/or recorded and to the release, publication, exhibition, or reproduction of such media for promotional purposes by Western Sydney Tech Innovators (WSTI). If you prefer not to be photographed or recorded, please inform a WSTI team member upon arrival. Thank you for your understanding and cooperation.

3 attendees

Lean Beer F2F IRL

Mon, Jul 13, 7:45 AM

From Lean Beer Sydney

From Lassie & Edward Zia's Awesome Business Networking Community

Join us for an **in-person Lean Beer Sydney** session — great conversations, great people, and a relaxed pub atmosphere. We use the **Lean Coffee** format: * No fixed agenda * Everyone suggests topics they care about * We vote on what matters most * Then we dive into short, focused discussions **What to expect:** * A friendly, informal setting at a local pub * Conversations about agile, product development, leadership, and more * A chance to learn, share, and connect with like-minded people **What to bring:** * Your curiosity and a few topics you’d love to discuss * No slides, no presentations — just ideas and conversation **Why join?** * Meet new people in the Sydney agile community * Share your experiences and learn from others * Enjoy a drink while having meaningful discussions Grab your favorite beverage, bring your ideas, and let’s make this an engaging Lean Beer Sydney session!

9 attendees

LANE COVE Voice ❤️ Awesome Networking Meetup @ Longueville Hotel

Fri, Jul 24, 2:30 AM

From Singles Events in South Africa | Conscious Connections Club

Lane Cove Voice ❤️ is our legendary Neighborhood & Business Community. We aim to bring local residents, businesses and lovers of Lane Cove together to make new connections, new friends and build a strong supportive network. **[To learn more, join our Facebook Group here!](https://www.facebook.com/groups/lanecovevoice)** #Greenwich #Northwood #Longueville #Riverview #LaneCove #HuntersHill #HuntleysCove #Henley #Gladesville #Putney #NorthRyde #BoroniaPark #EastRyde Our Networking Meetups are fun, social, and casual. A great opportunity to meet and catch up for lunch and more with great locals. This is FREE from us, and please make sure to purchase food and drinks to support our hosts at the Longy. Your guests are most welcome too! The more the merrier. This event is hosted by Lassie and Edward Zia. **[Learn more about our events & donate to support our community work here ❤️🤛](https://linktr.ee/edwardzia)**

5 attendees

Sydney Singles Relational Lab — Facilitated Connection Experience

Tue, Jul 28, 9:00 AM

From Business, Real Estate, & Finance Network - Novia Private

# Tired of dating apps culture and surface-level? This is different. And people often leave surprised by how quickly strangers can feel human, warm, honest, and real again. Free to RSVP, 👉 $59 to confirm your spot [https://consciousconnectionsclub.com/stayconnected](https://consciousconnectionsclub.com/join) Relational Labs is a guided connection experience for singles who want more honest, playful, emotionally intelligent interaction — without performance, pressure, or endless small talk. This is not speed dating. Not networking. Not “pitch yourself to strangers.” It’s a facilitated relational container rooted in psychology, emotional intelligence, attachment work, social dynamics, nervous system awareness, and real-world human connection — made practical enough that you can actually live it instead of reading another 50 books about it. ## What happens • A 2-hour guided online relational experience • Real-time connection exercises designed to create authentic interaction • A format that adapts in real time to whoever is present • Optional participant-led in-person continuation afterward • WhatsApp connection thread after the session ## This may be for you if: • You’re tired of shallow or repetitive social spaces • You want deeper connection without forced intimacy • You enjoy personal growth, psychology, communication, or relational work • You’re open to meeting people in a more intentional way ## Important This experience runs with whoever is present and takes its own shape each time. Sometimes expansive. Sometimes intimate. Both are the real thing.

6 attendees

AI Salon Sydney Event – Human, Amplified

Thu, Jul 16, 7:30 AM

From AI Salon Sydney

4.3

🔔 **Spots are limited — RSVP via LUMA now to secure yours.** [https://luma.com/AI-Salon-Sydney-July-2026](https://luma.com/AI-Salon-Sydney-July-2026) \-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\- **Exploring AI & Human Flourishing** AI is changing everything. But the question that matters most isn't about the technology. It's about us. As AI reshapes how we work, create, communicate and live, how do we amplify what makes us uniquely human? Join us for an evening of founder insights, practical conversations, and meaningful connections with Sydney's AI community. Part of the global AI Salon network, this event contributes to a worldwide conversation on **AI & Human Flourishing** — exploring how people can thrive, contribute, and create meaningful impact in an increasingly AI-powered world. *** This event focuses on two skills that are becoming increasingly important in the AI era: 👉 **Communicating ideas with clarity and impact** — whether you're pitching investors, customers, partners, or stakeholders. 👉 **Building a meaningful, future-ready career** as AI transforms industries, roles, and opportunities. Together, we'll explore how AI can amplify human potential. ## 🚀 Startup Spotlight Hear from founders building innovative AI solutions and learn from their experiences navigating the opportunities and challenges of building in the age of AI. \*\*[Darshana Shah](https://www.linkedin.com/in/darshanapshah/?utm_source=luma)\*\* — Founder at **[Algora](https://www.linkedin.com/company/algoraai/?utm_source=luma)** \*\*[Nicholas Wong](https://www.linkedin.com/in/nickjwong/?utm_source=luma)\*\* — Founder & Chief Product Officer at **[inteligbl](https://www.linkedin.com/company/inteligbl/?utm_source=luma)** \*\*[Shiv Bhardwaj](https://www.linkedin.com/in/speakwithshiv/?utm_source=luma)\*\* — Co-founder of **[PerfectPitch](https://www.linkedin.com/company/perfectpitch-ai/?utm_source=luma)** Each founder will share their journey, lessons learned, and perspective on what it takes to build in an AI-first world. ## Agenda **5:30 PM – 6:00 PM** \| Arrivals & Networking **6:00 PM – 6:15 PM** \| Welcome **6:15 PM – 7:30 PM** \| Startup Spotlight **7:30 PM – 8:00 PM** \| Open Networking **8:00 PM** \| Close *** -------------------------------------------------------- **Want to speak at a Future AI Salon?** We’d love to hear from you! If you're working on something exciting in AI and want to share a live demo or present your startup,[ apply here](https://forms.gle/7LNaa1MdxAr487UY7?utm_source=luma). We're always excited to hear from bold thinkers and builders shaping what’s next in AI. --------------------------------------------------------

23 attendees

Connecting Business, Real Estate & Finance Professionals - Network

Fri, Jul 24, 8:30 AM

2 attendees

Beyond Numbers: Business Referral Network for Accountants, Bookkeepers, Planners

Thu, Jul 16, 8:00 AM

From Referral Network for Accounting and Finance Business Owners

1 attendee

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