A special offer for tourism operators! Representing $3000 worth of value for only $500!Are you ready to take the next step in your business and need a helping hand? Small business operators have the opportunity to be part of a Tourism Business Mentoring Program in Greater Sydney, thanks to a $20,000 NSW Government grant awarded to the Tourism Industry Council NSW.
The program includes 15 hours of small-group business skills workshops, ten hours of specialist mentoring, work on a special business project and two networking events. This program has a focus on local tourism operators within the Greater Sydney and Sydney regions.
Ken Corbett, Chairman of TICNSW said the program caters for up to 25 tourism business owners who were looking for strategies and skills to help take their businesses to the next level, with the added advantage of having a business mentor to support you through the program.
“We are looking for business owners who have been in business for a few years and feel they need some support and direction to grow their enterprise. This mentoring program, supported by industry specialists, targets the growing tourism sector in Greater Sydney,” Mr Corbett said.
The program which will commence on 1st March includes a series of customised workshops coupled with mentoring offering experienced business people who can offer practical support. Workshops will include Business Planning, Financial Fundamentals, Marketing, AussieHost Customer Service and Strategic Selling Skills.
NSW Small Business Minister, Frank Terenzini said, “The objective of the Business Mentoring Program is to improve business development, networking and growth opportunities for NSW small businesses. The program helps tourism businesses plan a growth strategy and address business challenges.”
The Business Mentoring Program runs from 1st March to 14th June 2011 at Mercure Sydney Parramatta and is a program conducted by the Tourism Industry Council NSW. Business owners who are interested are encouraged to contact Karina Groth on 0401 276 428 or email aussiehost@ticnsw.com.au for further information.
