Brindabella Conference Centre, Brindabella Park, Canberra AirportIt used to be said that when a politician sneezes in Canberra, the whole town catches a cold.

The 4th annual ACT Family Business Australia Conference is all about future-proofing your family business and turning challenges into opportunities.

The conference explores the impact of Government on the family business sector and highlights lessons learned across multiple generations of family businesses.

Conference highlights include:

• The ‘Minister Panel’ – Brendan Smyth, Andrew Barr and Caroline Le Couteur tell us what’s on the table for family business at the next election.

• Zoe Detmold shares the Detmold family business story - if you drink coffee or eat takeaway, you’ve encountered a Detmold packaging product.

• David Elliot from Agile Digital, the creators of the technology behind AllHomes looks at the impact of broadband on your business.

• Glenn Keys, CEO of Canberra success story, Aspen Medical shares lessons from family businesses across multiple generations.

• You’re only as good as the people who work for you and Ian Whiteford from MPS Recruitment provides some tips on recruiting for your family business.

• Family business owner and CEO of Chamberlains Law Firm, Scott Chamberlain looks at some of the tough issues around divorce-proofing your family business.

• Grants and business assistance in Canberra - Our panel of experts look at funding options and business support service in the Canberra region.

The one-day event is fully catered and will be held at Brindabella Park Canberra Airport, with ample parking. Secure your attendance now by registering online.

Who should attend• Businesses with a strong family interest

• All members of a family business

• Non-family members working in a family business

• Small, medium and large family businesses

• Family businesses from all industries

• Family business advisers

About FBAFamily Business Australia is committed to Australia’s future through a dynamic, sustainable family business community. As the Peak Body for Family Business we aim to professionalise family firms through personal, professional and community development.

From Public Service Town to Family Business City 13 September 2012

8.00 – 9:00 Registration opens

Brindabella Conference Centre, Brindabella Business Park, Canberra Airport

9:00 – 9:15 Welcome by Matthew Power and opening by the Snow family

Chairman FBA ACT and CEO Iken Furniture

9:15 – 10:10 Family business keynote speaker Family Values

Zoe Detmold, Detpak

The Detmold Packaging Group was founded by Colin Detmold in 1948 as a specialist converter of paper and

board based products. Today, the Group is one of the largest manufacturers of paper and board packaging products globally. Detpak, formed in 1981 as the sales and marketing arm of the Group, is dedicated to the food service industry. Today, the network spans Australia, New Zealand, Europe, the Middle East, Asia and South Africa. Detpak has brought many leading product innovations to the market including Ripple-Wrap™, the insulated hot cup which continues to set the benchmark within the coffee-to-go market. The youngest of three sisters working in the family business, Zoe is the National Sales Manager for Detpak.

10:10 – 10:45 Morning tea

10:45 – 11:25 Educational session room 1 How to recruit so they fit into the fold Ian Whiteford from MPS Recruitment

There are many reasons that people start a family business with the main reasons being,

financial ambition, ‘be my own boss’ and desire to pursue a business idea.

Successful family businesses tend to have the family’s values and cultures deeply embedded into their business strategies, policies and practices and manage how their business culture evolves.

Since each new employee brings their own values and practices to the company, the culture will change. Today MPS Recruitment look at the importance of finding employees who not only tick all the boxes for the skills, qualifications and experience required to succeed but also fit the culture the company needs to move forward.

Educational session room 2 The always connected society - the impact of broadband on your business

David Elliot from Agile Digital

David is a businessman and entrepreneur with a strong background in IT and supporting venture stage technology businesses.

Following his first venture start-up experience in Canada, David founded his own software development business in Canberra in 2004. Since then Agile Digital has grown into a multi-disciplinary team with a reputation for expert large-scale software development.

His firm has launched many products over the years, including their ongoing work with All Homes P/L to design and develop the technology behind the most recognised local brand in Australia’s capital region, www.allhomes.com.au

11:25 – 12:30 What’s on the table for family business in the next election

Brendan Smyth (Liberal), Andrew Barr (Labor) and Caroline Le Couteur(Greens)

Brendan Smyth

Brendan was born in Sydney in July 1959. In May 1969, Brendan’s family moved to Canberra to own and operate the Lyons, then the Fisher, then the Weston Newsagencies.

Brendan is currently the Deputy Leader of the Opposition, Shadow Treasurer and the Shadow Minister for Economic Development, Business and Tourism, Emergency Services, Territory-Owned Corporations and Gaming & Racing.

Andrew Barr

Andrew Barr is the Deputy Chief Minister of the ACT and is also the Treasurer, Minister for Economic Development, and Minister for Tourism, Sport and Recreation.

Andrew is committed to bringing energy and new ideas to the ACT Government. His priorities include promoting Canberra’s economic development and establishing Canberra as a centre for world-class ICT research, commercialisation, business development and usage.

Caroline Le Couteur

Caroline stood for election in 2008 because she has a deep concern about climate change and the need for urgent action. She has a long history of community involvement in environmental and social issues,

including 17 years on the national council of the Australian Conservation Foundation.

Caroline grew up in Canberra and completed an economics degree at ANU. While living in northern NSW she was involved in local environmental campaigns and worked to establish a community preschool and primary school. Since returning to Canberra 25 years ago, she has worked in IT and renewable energy policy. From 1991 until her election, Caroline was a director at Australian Ethical Investment.

Caroline’s partner currently runs a family IT business.

12:30 – 1:30 Networking lunch in the courtyard

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1:30 – 2:10 Divorce-proofing your family business Scott Chamberlain from Chamberlains Law Firm

Scott is CEO of Chamberlains Law Firm. He is a workplace relations specialist, having practised in the area since 1992. He was course convener

of the Employment and Industrial Law Practice unit at the ANU Legal Workshop for seven years and currently teaches a unit in strategic negotiation skills at the ANU College of Law. He was deeply involved in industry negotiations over the Fair Work Act, being both a member of the Deputy Prime Minister’s Business Advisory Group and a member of the Committee on Industrial Legislation (COIL). Most recently, he was appointed by (then) Deputy Prime Minister Julia Gillard as Independent Chair of the Safe Rates Advisory Group.

He regularly advises clients on all aspects of Employment law and is a regular speaker on workplace law and legal skills. He oversees the Chamberlains team that performs IRE Compliance Audits on building contractors as part of the ACT Government’s IRE Program.

2:10 – 2:50 Grants and assistance in Canberra

Anna Pino (Lighthouse Business Innovation Centre), Liz Kobold (Enterprise Connect), Chris Faulks (Canberra BusinessPoint), Sharyn Smith (ACT Government Economic Development)

A bit like speed dating, this panel will give you a snapshot of each organisation’s funding and support offerings. A great opportunity to learn about initiatives available to ACT businesses.

2:50 - 3:15 Afternoon tea in the foyer

3:15 – 4:00 Family business keynote speaker Lessons from Family Businesses across multiple generations

Glenn Keys from Aspen Medical

Glenn has led Aspen Medical from its founding just over nine years ago to today when Aspen Medical is a substantial international business with

a presence in the Asia, the Pacific, USA, Canada, Papua New Guinea, Timor Leste, the Middle East, Australia and the United Kingdom. Glenn comes from a long background of family businesses, as does his wife, Mel Keys, and business partner, Dr Andrew Walker, and they have brought those lessons to Aspen Medical.

Aspen has been recognised for its innovation and growth, including the fastest growing company, with annual growth of 357.5% over a four year period. Aspen was recognized by BRW as the most Successful Private Company of the Year (with turnover under $100M) for 2009. In 2011 Aspen was selected as the Australian Exporter of the Year (Large Service) for its work around the globe.

3:40 – 3:55 Closing

3:55 - Networking and drinks in the foyer

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“Every speaker was inspiring and different, the whole day was action packed from beginning to end, and there was plenty of time to network and get to know everybody. It also

catered to the different types of businesses.”

“The speakers were inspiring and the networking opportunity invaluable.”

“The speakers were amazing. It was a great balance of information and

entertainment.”

“Networking opportunities and friendly participants, quality

speakers that really understand the challenges we face.”

“Every one of the speakers presented an honest account of the reality of their business and what it takes to be successful - this type of honesty is much appreciated when embarking or continuing to grow a

family business.”

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PARKING RATES (effective 1 July 2010)

0 – 1 hour $0.50 Weekly $22.001 – 1.5 hours $1.00 Monthly $80.00 1.5 – 2 hours $2.00 3 months $220.00 2 – 3 hours $3.00 6 months $430.00 3 – 10 hours $5.50 Yearly $860.00

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Register Online Now! At www.fambiz.org.au or click here

FBA ACT Sponsors Conference Sponsors

Conference RegistrationRegistrations close on 8 September.

Save by becoming an FBA member prior to registering. If you would like to become a member of Family Business Australia or if you are unclear about your membership status contact Kylie Kovac on 0419 578 176 or email: fbaact@fambiz.org.au.

Early birdsRegister online by August 30 to receive your early bird discount and your chance to win fabulous wine from local family business Lambert Wines.

FBA membersEarly bird registration – $110.00

Registration after date – $130.00

Non-FBA membersEarly bird registration – $130.00

Registration after date – $150.00