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BRW Fast Club

PUBLISHED : 02 Feb 2010 10:42:00 March 2012 – Networking Luncheon – Sydney/Melbourne

Get connected to the well connected at BRW Fast Club

Join the BRW Fast club and be part of one of the most exclusive forums for peer-to-peer networking. With exclusive events hosted by some of Australia’s business elite, the only question to ask is, what will it cost not to join?

What is BRW Fast Club?

BRW Fast Club is an exciting community of successful entrepreneurs who thrive on sharing ideas, spotting opportunities and moving their businesses forward by networking with their peers. It is a unique endeavour to bring entrepreneurs and business leaders from diversified fields to one common stage and encourage members to dream, think and create big.

The club’s various events and activities reflect its vision and mission to provide members with the platform and resources needed to develop both individually and professionally. These resources include motivating networking sessions and presentations by eminent Australian business leaders.

Who can join?

Membership is exclusively available to CEO’s, founders and senior managers who are recognised and included in the following BRW lists:

- Fast Starters

- Fast Franchises

- Fast 100

- Best Places to Work

- Top 500 Private Companies

- Top 1000

- Top Law Firms

- Top 100 Accounting Firms

- Entrepreneur of the Year

- Australia’s Most Respected Companies

- Retail Awards

Some selected private businesses who do meet the membership criteria (see eligibility section below) will also be considered on a case-by-case basis. For more information call the BRW Fast Club Member Services on (02) 9282 1031 or email: brwfastclub@fairfaxmedia.com.au.

Where and when do they get together?

BRW Fast Club members meet regularly to swap ideas and discuss the key business topics affecting today’s market and those of the future. Members meet at breakfasts, lunches, seminars, roundtables and cocktail functions throughout the year in both Sydney and Melbourne.

How do I know if I am eligible to join?

To be eligible to join, your company must:

-Have been included in one of BRW’s annual high profile lists i.e. Fast 100, Fast Starters, Fast Franchises etc.

-Have a recorded turnover of more than $500,000 in 2010-2011

-Not be a subsidiary of an Australian or overseas-owned company

-Not derive more than 50% of revenue from a single client

-If privately owned, have your revenue figures verified by an external accountant or auditor

If your company does not meet the above criteria, please contact BRW Fast Club Member Services on (02) 9282 1031 or brwfastclub@fairfaxmedia.com.au to be judged on an individual basis.

How much does it cost?

Annual Individual Membership - $2000 (incl GST)

Inclusions:

-One ticket per event for all BRW Fast Club events in either Sydney or Melbourne (approx 8 per year)

-1 x 12 month subscription to BRW magazine

-Advertising discounts – 15% off casual rates

-Financial Review Group conference discounts of 20%

-Invitations to other exclusive Financial Review Group events

Annual Company Membership - $3000 (incl GST)

Inclusions:

-Two tickets per event for all BRW Fast Club events in either Sydney or Melbourne (approx 8 per year)

-2 x 12 month subscriptions to BRW magazine

-Advertising discounts – 15% off casual rates

-Financial Review Group conference discounts of 20%

-Invitations to other exclusive Financial Review Group events

How do I join?

To join BRW Fast Club, download and complete the application form here. For further information, please call or email BRW Fast Club Member Services on (02) 9282 1031 or email brwfastclub@fairfaxmedia.com.au.

Take a giant leap forward in your business and personal development and join BRW Fast Club today!

May 2012 – Networking Luncheon – Melbourne/Sydney

Special guest: Mark Carnegie (Principal of M.H. Carnegie & Co)

Melbourne – Tuesday 29th May 2012

Time: 12:15 – 2:30pm

Venue: Sumac

Sydney – Tuesday 5th June 2012

Time: 12:15 – 2:30pm

Venue: Ivy Sunroom

Overview:

Don’t miss this opportunity to hear from one of Australia’s most high-profile private equity investor and corporate advisor, Mark Carnegie, principal of M.H. Carnegie & Co.

With over twenty five years as a major player in the investment sector of Australian business, Carnegie’s well known for many things, not least his reputation as one of the country’s most vocal leading business minds.

Mark’s business background:

- Former Director of Lonely Planet Publications

- Chairman of STW Communications Group Pty Ltd (formally Singleton Group Ltd and Australia’s most profitable advertising and marketing group from 1993-2005)

- Director of Macquarie Radio Network Ltd and a large number of investee companies

- President Commissioner of PT London Sumatra (one of Indonesia’s premier plantation companies) from 2004-2007

To register for this event click here or contact BRW Fast Club Member Services on (02) 9282 1031 or email: brwfastclub@fairfaxmedia.com.au.

March 2012 – Networking Luncheon – Sydney/Melbourne

Special guest: Scott Frew (President and CEO, iAsset Inc and Executive Chairman, Distribution Central Pty Ltd)

Overview:

Guests had the opportunity to meet one of Australia’s stand-out entrepreneurs Scott Frew in a special networking luncheon event. With over 30 years experience leading businesses within the IT industry, Frew is mostly known for the record braking sale of the company he founded, LAN Systems Pty Ltd.

November 2011 - Geoff Harris Leadership Lunch - Melbourne

Special guest: Geoff Harris (Founding Director of Flight Centre)

Overview:

Meet one of Australia’s greatest business leaders for an inspirational presentation ‘20 Leadership Tips from 30 Years in Business’ with Geoff Harris.

August 2011 – Networking Cocktail Function – Melbourne/Sydney

Special guest: Robyn Henderson (global networking specialist)

Overview:

With over 20 years experience in public speaking, Robyn shared the secrets behind a successful networker in two structured networking sessions. Guests were given stimulating ideas and solutions to expand their networks and gain new business. The content of her presentation will be of great assistance to BRW Fast Club members as they capitalise on her many suggestions.

June 2011 – John Symond Networking Lunch – Sydney

Special guest: John Symond

Overview:

Well known Australian entrepreneur, John Symond, shared the success story behind Aussie Home Loans and the highs and lows of his career.

May 2011 – 2011 BRW Entrepreneur of Year Networking Breakfast – Melbourne/Sydney

Special guest: Matt Barrie (freelancer.com)

Overview:

When it comes to technological innovation, 2011 BRW Entrepreneur of the Year, Matt Barrie is at the forefront. Guests were blown away by his ambition and personal commitment in establishing, www.freelancer.com, now the world’s largest outsourcing internet marketplace connecting over 2.4 million professionals from around the globe.

February 2011 Networking Breakfast - Mark Bouris

Marc Bouris, founder of Yellow Brick Road shared his insights into building and growing a business and how he turned ideas and passion into successful businesses with Wizard Home Loans and Yellow Brick Road.

October 2010 Networking Breakfast - “Taking on the Big Guys”

Ruslan Kogan, founder of Kogan Technologies and Wayne Ormond, founder of Refund Home Loans, will share how they’re taking on the big guys, and winning. They have both appeared on BRW’s Young Rich, Fast 100 and Fast Starters lists.

July 2010 BRW Fast Club Seminar

Some of Australia’s most successful business people discusses strategies for innovation and growth.

Panellists in Sydney: Nabi Saleh, Founder, Gloria Jean’s
David Bassanese, economist and markets analyst
Steven Marks, CEO, Guzman y Gomez
Chris Burgess, Managing Director, Mailplus
Lenard Poulter, Founding Director, Lenard’s
Lindy Chen, Founder, ChinaDirect Sourcing
Alf Taylor, Founder, TNA Solutions

Panellists in Melbourne:Nabi Saleh, Founder, Gloria Jean’s
David Bassanese, economist and markets analyst
Leigh Jasper, Founder, Aconex
Ross Lamplugh, Director, Ochre Health
James Calder, Director, Woods Bagot

	“The BRW Fast 100 has allowed us to punch above our weight in winning the business from large clients and has assisted us in establishing credibility with our clients, suppliers, staff and potential investors. This has translated into real and material financial benefits. I never hesitate to suggest applying for the BRW Fast 100 to clients or associates, but I also never suggest it to our competition!”
	David Stevens Founder and CEO Brennan IT
	“To stay a fast growth business means an absolute commitment to innovation and learning. I invest hugely in education for my own development but also for the team. Quite frankly I’m a sponge for information and the Fast Club is in the perfect position to deliver this.”
	Naomi Simson Founder and Chief Experience Officer RedBalloon
	“When trying to grow a business, there are few activities more worthwhile than meeting with successful leaders that are walking a similar path to your own and dealing with many of the same challenges. The inspiration, advice and networking opportunities I received from the BRW Fast Club will unquestionably benefit my company.”
	Leigh Jasper Chief Executive Officer Aconex
	“I am certain the Fast Club will bring together powerful groups of like-minded entrepreneurs, each with their own stories, lessons learned, and experiences to share. The conversations and indeed relationships that evolve will I’m certain spawn some incredible Australian success stories in the years ahead.”
	Andrew Thomas Chief Executive Officer Thomas Duryea Consulting