Introducing the full program for the Family Business Conference 2024: Asia Pacific! A jam-packed program tailored specifically for family businesses, aimed at achieving sustained harmony and growth for both the business and family.
With a focus on providing practical tools and takeaways, our program covers important topics such as effective communication, sustainability, acquisition, expansion, governance and navigating generational differences.
Our program includes a diverse mix of sessions and networking events, from engaging keynote presentations to interactive workshops, there’s something for everyone to look forward to and benefit from.
Join us in Cairns from 30 April to 3 May to learn from global experts and local family business leaders, and connect with peers who truly understand what it means to be in family business.
Your Conference Program
Discover what's in store across this jam-packed 4 day program in Cairns and build your conference experience your way.
TUESDAY 30 APRIL
Welcome Function
Kick off your 2024 Family Business Conference experience at Hemingway's Brewery Cairns Wharf. With drinks and canapés in hand, meet your fellow conference attendees. Catch up with old friends and make some new ones too.
WEDNESDAY 1 MAY
Masterclasses
Two tailored masterclasses on offer:
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Family Business and Emerging Generation Masterclass
- Advisor Masterclass
Longest Lunch
Join us for the Longest Lunch - a true highlight each year! Engage in meaningful connections over a delectable 3 course lunch featuring local specialties, highlighting the region's rich culinary diversity at the Sugar Shed Cane Farm.
Emerging Gen Longest Lunch
A longest lunch event to create meaningful connections with other Emerging Generation members who can relate to your situation and offer advice, support and inspiration. Indulge in a 3 course lunch at Nu Nu Restaurant.
THURSDAY 2 MAY
B2B Speed Networking Breakfast
B2B Speed Networking works a lot like 'speed dating' without the 'dating'. A structured opportunity to meet accomplished businesses just like yourself, face-to-face, one business professional at time.
Keynote
Empires of Kin: Mastering Family Business Acquisitions
Klark and Brooke Quinn, Directors, Sara Lee
Parallel Sessions
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Unplanned Inheritance a Blessing in Disguise |
A Family That Eats Together, Ventures Together! |
The Blueprint for International Success: The Secret to 10xing the Value of Your Family Business |
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The Power of Story: Building Your Brand Identity for Growth |
Harmonising Generational Perspectives |
Are you Growth Ready? From Friction to Harmony |
Keynote
Sustainable Sustainability: Why ESG is Not Enough
Rajeev Peshawaria, CEO, Stewardship Asia Centre
Keynote
The Wagner Family: From Concrete Roots to
Paving the Way to Growth and Success
Denis Wagner, Director, Wagner Corporation
Facilitated by Brad Scott, Founder, CEO and Managing Director, EWM Group
Closing Session
The Foti Family DYNAMICS!!
Tino Foti, Accounts Manager, Georgia Foti, Project Manager, Foti International Fireworks
Facilitated by Neil Montagnana-Wallace, Director and Author, Hyphen
Family Business Excellence Awards
A highlight of this year’s event will be the Family Business Awards evening. Join your fellow conference delegates and guests to enjoy a superb 3 course meal, whilst raising a glass to congratulate all our award winners.
FRIDAY 3 MAY
Women in Family Business Breakfast
Open to everyone, this breakfast shines a spotlight on successful women in family business. This year, we are delighted to be celebrating Roz White from White’s IGA Group.
Keynote
The Quest for Legitimacy: The Bridge Between Generations
Dr Jamie Weiner, Russ Haworth, Co-Directors, The Quest for Legitimacy
Keynote
Board and Governance Strategy for Brewing Success
Rae-Lee Fleming, Director, John McLean, CEO, Glenn Cooper AM, Independent Director, Bundaberg Brewed Drinks. Facilitated by Andrew Barter, Director, Tough Problem
Parallel Sessions
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The Vital Role of Family Businesses in Achieving Sustainable Development Goals |
Survival, Success and Stewardship: SSS Strawberries Story |
The Journey of Growing Successful Family Businesses: An Insider Perspective |
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Navigating Shareholder Exits in Family Businesses |
How to Prepare for External Investors |
Doing the Basics Brilliantly: Finding Your Rhythm as an SME |
Plenary Session
Conversation and Communication Basics… Yes, We Also Mean Conflict
Natalie M. McVeigh, Managing Director, Eisner Advisory Group LLC
Plenary Session
Love, Loss, Crises and Family Resilience
Pip Woodward, Michael Woodward, Ben Woodward, Peter Woodward, Directors, The CaPTA Group. Facilitated by Patricia O’Neill, CEO, Cairns Chamber of Commerce
Keynote
Shaping Future You
Andy Fell, Founder, GiFT631
Farewell Drinks
The perfect way to wind down after a jam-packed week! Join us for post event drinks and nibbles, as we gather to reminisce about the week and farewell our mates and new found friends … until next time!
Explore the full program
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For more details on each session, select the relevant day tab and click on a session, a pop up will provide more information. |
To read more about each speaker, click on their name to reveal the bio. |
Early Bird Pricing only until 14 March.
Thank you to all our Conference Sponsors
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Emerging Generation Longest Lunch Sponsor
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