Tasmanian Small Business Expo
Launceston & Northern Tasmania
Tuesday April 08 2025 | 12:30 – 2:30 pm and 5:30 – 7:30 pm
Launceston Conference Centre | Glen Dhu Street, South Launceston
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Hobart & Southern Tasmania
Wednesday April 09 2025 | 12:30 – 2:30 pm and 5:30 – 7:30 pm
Tasmanian Hockey Centre | Bell Street, New Town
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Small business shouldn't be done alone
The Tasmanian Small Business Expo is the premier event for small business owners from all across Tasmania, entrepreneurs, those who are dreaming of starting something new and aspiring business professionals. After the success and strong attendance of our inaugural event in August 2024, we’re expanding the event with more exhibitors who can support and help you in your business, bring a stronger lineup of speakers and sessions to help you learn more about key factors to help your business, and we’re expanding to bring the event to Northern Tasmania too – because we are eager to do more to support the strength of the Tasmanian small business economy.
Every aspect of the Tasmanian Small Business Expo is informed by the experience and knowledge of the Tasmanian business community – knowing what sort of help you need now to get up and thrive in your business journey. This year’s expo will be inspiring as you get to network with other business owners, learn about the support that is available to make running your business easier, informative sessions about resources and services available to help you and much more.
We’ll be running the Tasmanian Small Business Expo in Launceston on Tuesday April 8, 2025 at the Launceston Conference Centre on Glen Dhu Street (Door of Hope Complex) and in Hobart on Wednesday April 9, 2025 at the Tasmanian Hockey Centre on Bell Street, New Town – and as we recognise that Tasmanian business owners wear many hats, we’re running two sessions in each location;
- 12:30 – 2:30 pm | Lunchtime session for those who are already in Launceston or Hobart during the day, balancing work during school hours or avoid the colder evenings!
- 5:30 – 7:30 pm | Evening session for those who are coming in after work to explore that side hustle idea, after a full day of commitments or just want to unwind and explore.
While the Tasmanian Small Business Expo is a free event and you are welcome to just turn up, registrations are preferred to help us manage the capacity of the venue, which you can do by clicking the button below.
Free Registration
We are pleased to announce that attendance to the Tasmanian Small Business Expo 2025 is completely free!
We believe in making this valuable event accessible to everyone in the Tasmanian small business community so you can network, access support and learn more to help you with your business. While tickets are free, we highly encourage attendees to register in advance to help us with event planning and to ensure a smooth experience for all participants.
Exhibitors and Presenters
For the first Tasmanian Small Business Expo,we have gathered together a range of service providers where you can findout more about how they can help your business and for you to ask your questions too – because we’re all passionate about helping out Tasmanian small businesses, no matter their industry! Around these exhibitors, we’ve also organised three informative sessions to help you in running your own business.
- Launceston | Tuesday April 8 at the Launceston Conference Centre
- Hobart | Wednesday April 9 at the Tasmanian Hockey Centre
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Afternoon Session
- 12:45 – 1:05 pm | Networking for Success, with Gordon Williams (Northern Midlands Business Association), Alina Bain (Launceston Chamber of Commerce) and Mikala Grosse (Tasmanian Chamber of Commerce & Industry), facilitated by Sharon Harvey.
- 1:15 – 1:45 pm | Bring Focus Through Decluttering, with Melinda Ferrier from Live Life Organised, helping to bring a new approach for clarity that will be a foundation for success.
- 1:55 – 2:15 pm | Small Business Q&A, with Adam Mostogl (The van Diemen Project) and David Kewley (DK Accounting & Advisory) to answer all your small business and finance questions.
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Evening Session
- 5:45 – 6:05 pm | The Art of Hospitality, with Joel Ratcliffe (Launceston Conference Centre) on how to bring excellence to customer service and the experience that creates raving loyal fans.
- 6:15 – 6:45 pm | Basics for Digital Marketing, with Kelsey Rosevear (Have & Hold Marketing) sharing fantastic tips around getting your digital presence humming.
- 6:55 – 7:15 pm | Where To From Here?, with Sharon Harvey (The van Diemen Project) to answer all of your questions about starting a business and where you should turn first.
- 1:00 – 1:30 pm | Create a Business That Works for YOU, with Briana Kennedy (Marniie Coaching), to talk about why the traditional business approach and advice doesn’t always fit, setting boundaries and structing your business your way, smart solutions to common pain points and the power of automation and strategies to save time and energy.
- 1:45 – 2:30 pm | Resilience & Growth: Join the Conversation, with Brenda Tsiaousis (BT Consulting), to talk about the power of focus and seeking support, strategies to bound back when things don’t go a planned, and how to strengthen your mindset and take charge of your growth.
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Evening Session
- 5:45 – 6:30 pm | Where To From Here?, with Sharon Harvey (The van Diemen Project) to answer all of your questions about starting a business and where you should turn first.
Outside these engaging workshops and discussions, we have an incredible range of service providers, experts and businesses that make the lives of small business owners easier that have come together to help you out as you navigate the world of small business.
Exhibiting in Launceston and Hobart
Exhibiting in Launceston ONLY
Exhibiting in Hobart ONLY
Why Attend?
We know that Tasmania has a vibrant small business community, and we want to bring together as many people interested in business together to hear from key organisations, learn from organisations that are solely focused on helping you out, build lasting relationships with other business owners – and for those who haven’t started yet, find that there is so much help available to get up and get going!
Empower Your Business
Whether you’re a seasoned business owner or just starting out, the Tasmanian Small Business Expo offers valuable insights and practical advice to help you grow and succeed.
Stay Informed
Stay ahead of the curve with the latest technologies, information and strategies in the business world. Our speakers and exhibitors will provide you with up-to-date information and innovative ideas.
Expand Your Network
Forge new partnerships and collaborations with other business owners, service providers, and industry leaders. Networking at the expo can open doors to new opportunities and collaborations.
Access Expert Advice & Government Support
Gain direct access to industry experts who can provide personalised advice and insights tailored to your specific business needs – especially those supported by the Australian and Tasmanian Governments. Whether you’re looking to improve your marketing strategy, streamline operations, or expand your customer base, you’ll find the expertise you need.
A True Collaboration
The Tasmanian Small Business Expo hosted on in Launceston on April 8 and Hobart on April 9, has been coordinated by The van Diemen Project, in consultation with a range of organisations that actively work in the local business community and are passionate about backing emerging and established businesses.
The van Diemen Project
The van Diemen Project is a proudly Tasmanian based business and impact advisory organisation, focused on empowering Tasmanian businesses and individuals to achieve great things. We are constantly in awe of what Tasmanians can do, no matter their location or experience, and we deliver business advice, digital support, training, coaching and workshops to help along the entire business journey.
Want to Find Out More?
The simplest thing is to come to along to the Tasmanian Small Business Expo in Launceston (on Tuesday April 8) or Hobart (on Wednesday April 9) at either of the sessions (from 12:30 pm or 5:30 pm) – but if you want to ask any questions of the collaborators delivering this event a question, please just complete the following and we’ll be in touch soon.
The Tasmanian Small Business Expo, and the collaborating partners, acknowledge the Tasmanian Aboriginal People as the traditional custodians of the land on which we live, learn and work.
Tuesday April 8 | Launceston at Launceston Conference Centre, Glen Dhu Street
Wednesday April 9 | Hobart at Tasmanian Hockey Centre, Bell Street, New Town