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The Canberra Business Advice & Support Service (CBASS) is an ACT Government funded program that delivers business advice, information, referrals and education events across all industry sectors and all stages of business for ACT-based businesses. lighthouseinnovation.com.au/services/canbe…

Australian exporters are taking the world by storm, generating $1.56 trillion AUD in turnover in 2020-2021. The Australian Export Awards are back for their 61st year to recognise and celebrate the tremendous efforts of Australian exporters. Apply now: bit.ly/2023ExportAwar…

Applications are now open for the 61st Australian Export Awards. These awards celebrate the extraordinary economic contribution of Aussie exporters. If you think your business has what it takes to win an Australian Export Award, apply now: bit.ly/2023ExportAwar…

Fantastic local produce, an amazing venue at Canberra Airport; a room full of interesting people doing interesting things; and an exciting year-long program of activities was launched as part of the ACT Chief Minister's Export Awards program last week.

The Capital Export Community is an informal network of people and organisations directly and indirectly involved in exporting and international business. For more information visit lighthouseinnovation.com.au/initiatives/ca…

Looking to start or grow your business? Find out more about the ACT Microcredit Loan Program. This innovative program offers business mentoring, interest-free and low interest loans to eligible individuals. actmicrocredit.com.au

One of the biggest challenges entrepreneurs face is knowing when to let go. We will be delivering a free lunchtime webinar on Wednesday 16th November for entrepreneurs going through transitions in their careers, business or working relationships. bit.ly/3sBbcqo

October is ADHD awareness month and while there is a lot of focus on the challenges faced by neurodiverse individuals, it’s important to also look at some of the strengths that adult ADHDers bring to the workforce. Read more bit.ly/3SsnVXe

A lot of time, effort and money is spent developing content that we hope will attract and retain customers. Our Marketing Mastermind Groups are peer-to-peer mentoring groups that help members solve common marketing problems. Find out more at bit.ly/3M9WGPo

Learn about services and programs that can help you to get a new business off the ground, commercialise an idea, invest in research and development, explore new markets, and even assist with exporting. bit.ly/3z521kZ

There is an information session for the new Export Kickstart Accelerator program tomorrow at 4pm. Register at bit.ly/3wC6HiF

The Export Kickstart Program is an eCommerce Export Accelerator for small and medium businesses with international ambitions. Come along to the information session on the 1st April, find out more at bit.ly/3NaoFPm

10 design challenges inspired by Australian entrepreneurs, perfect for students aged 11 to 14 years who like solving problems and coming up with creative ideas. Find out more etsy.me/3IdgZbB

@UppercutGames is an independent video game development studio based in Canberra. With multiple games across mobile, PC, XBOX One and PS4; the company is going from strength to strength. Read their story at bit.ly/3mIxkvM

Terra Preta Truffles is a family run farm growing the award-winning Black Truffles, Tuber melanosporum. Situated just outside of the Braidwood, the truffles are grown without the use of any herbicides, pesticides or chemicals. Read their story at bit.ly/3lVkOsl.

Founded in Canberra in 2008, @QuintessenceLab is a pioneer in quantum cybersecurity. Read about their exporting journey at bit.ly/3EdsbE7

Penten is a Canberra-based cybersecurity company that provides secure wireless devices for classified information exchange to Defence and other government agencies in Australia and overseas. Read their story at bit.ly/3kZEXgx.

In its first week of operation the new Handmade Australia website had more than 5,000 products listed. Read how @HandmadeAust is providing an export platform for many small Australian-made businesses bit.ly/3B3s4sm.

Aussie Man Hands creates products for tradies, nurses, gardeners, hospitality workers, in fact anyone that suffers a lot of daily wear and tear on their hands. Read their story at bit.ly/3i661dC

Fifteen amazing established and emerging exporters shared their stories at the Festival of Ambitious Export Ideas last night.