The Lord Mayor to Address Olympics Business Opportunities at Business Breakfast
Announcement posted by Brisbane North Chamber of Commerce 26 Aug 2025
BRISBANE, Australia - Brisbane Lord Mayor Adrian Schrinner will deliver the keynote address at the Brisbane North Chamber of Commerce's 2025 Business Leaders Breakfast on Thursday, 11 September 2025.
The event puts a spotlight on how local businesses can capitalise on the opportunities presented by the 2032 Olympics and Paralympics. Joining the Lord Mayor will be a high-profile panel including the Hon.Steve Minnikin, Minister for Customer Services and Open Data and Minister for Small and Family Business; Natalie Cook OAM OLY, five-time Olympian and Founder of Aussie Athlete Fund; and Scott Whimpey, Owner and Director of First Aid Accident and Emergency based in the Gold Coast.
With the 2032 Games expected to generate billions in economic activity, the event will provide practical insights on how businesses across Brisbane can position themselves to benefit from increased tourism, infrastructure development and global exposure. The expert panel will provide valuable insights and first-hand experience on how local businesses can take advantage of the exciting benefits the Games will bring to Brisbane.
"We're committed to ensuring businesses of all sizes in our region don't just survive, but thrive," said Simon Penrose, President of Brisbane North Chamber of Commerce. "It is a privilege that we are able to coordinate this event and reach people beyond those already registered as BNCC members. We hope that the 2025 Business Leaders Breakfast will inspire local businesses to seize opportunities and find meaningful ways to support each other."
The annual event expects to attract over 170 business leaders and is supported by key sponsors Fortifi Finance and Inspire Realty. Seats from this event can still be secured through the BNCC website: bncc.com.au.
Event Details:
Date : Thursday, 11 September 2025
Time : 7:00 AM - 9:30 AM
Location : Victoria Park Ballroom (309 Herston Road)
The breakfast is open to all local business leaders interested in exploring Olympic-related opportunities and expanding their professional networks.
For further media enquiries, please contact:
Alana Rauert
Marketing Officer
Brisbane North Chamber of Commerce
Email : alana@musecommunications.com.au
Phone : +61 417 041 929
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About Brisbane North Chamber of Commerce
Brisbane North Chamber of Commerce is a non-profit organisation dedicated to supporting business growth and success across Brisbane's northern suburbs. Our geographic region is the Brisbane North area centred around Chermside. As a not-for-profit member-led and run organisation we are committed to connecting, celebrating, and advocating on behalf of our members. We are dedicated to empowering the local business landscape through four foundational pillars: Advocacy, Engagement, Education, and Inspiration. Our commitment is to create an environment where every business, regardless of its size, is nurtured to 'survive, thrive, and grow'.