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Step Into the Conversations Shaping the Future of Australian Business

On both days of The Business Show Australia, our panel discussions will run every hour, bringing together industry leaders, innovators, and game-changers to tackle the issues that matter most to SMEs today. From future-proofing your business and navigating economic shifts to embracing digital change and scaling sustainably, these dynamic sessions offer diverse perspectives, practical strategies, and real-world advice. Whether you're looking to be inspired, challenged, or connected—this is where bold ideas meet actionable insights.

2025 Panel Discussion Agenda

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Each session will dive into the current and future challenges facing business owners, with opportunities for the audience to engage directly through interactive Q&A segments. While the topics will remain consistent across both days of the show, each panel will feature a fresh lineup of thought leaders, offering diverse perspectives and insights.

See below for the discussion themes and confirmed panelists. These sessions fill up fast, be sure to arrive early to secure your seat and take advantage of the invaluable knowledge being shared.

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  1. Panel Theatre: Sponsored by Monoova
    Only 47% of Australian SMEs have a digital strategy in place, leaving many businesses at risk of falling behind in a fast-changing economy. This panel brings together leading experts and SME voices to ...
  2. Panel Theatre: Sponsored by Monoova
    For Australian SMEs, sustainability and purpose are no longer side projects — they’re business essentials. Customers, investors, and even employees increasingly expect companies to take a stand on env ...
  3. Panel Theatre: Sponsored by Monoova
    Across Australia, more women are harnessing technology to launch, scale, and transform their businesses. From AI and automation to digital platforms and e-commerce, tech is reshaping the way entrepren ...
  4. Panel Theatre: Sponsored by Monoova
    In 2023-24 there was a 14% exit rate among actively trading businesses in Australia, meaning over 360,000 businesses closed in that period. This panel brings together experts in business sales, invest ...
  5. Panel Theatre: Sponsored by Monoova
Panel Theatre: Sponsored by Monoova
  1. Panel Theatre: Sponsored by Monoova
    Finding and keeping the right people has never been more critical for Australian SMEs. In today’s competitive talent market, smart hiring and effective leadership can make the difference between growt ...
  2. Panel Theatre: Sponsored by Monoova
    Online retail in Australia continues to surge, with eCommerce sales expected to reach $64 billion by 2025. Yet many SMEs still face uncertainty around how to effectively launch, scale, and sustain an ...
  3. Panel Theatre: Sponsored by Monoova
    This panel brings together industry leaders and AI innovators to unpack what the “AI innovation shift” really means for SMEs. Instead of abstract theory, the discussion focuses on actionable strategie ...
  4. Panel Theatre: Sponsored by Monoova
    Strong cash flow and smart financial management are the foundations of sustainable success. Yet, research shows that 43% of small businesses in Australia struggle with cash flow challenges, often limi ...
  5. Panel Theatre: Sponsored by Monoova

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