Business Success Hub

Building stronger businesses for a thriving Willoughby

The Business Success Hub is Willoughby City Council’s ongoing commitment to investing in the success of our local businesses. Through a year-round program of workshops and learning opportunities, we aim to help businesses develop, thrive and grow.

We know that building a successful business is a long-term process, not a one-off event. It requires continuous effort around many areas including digital skills, financial know-how, legal compliance, property knowledge, and effective marketing.

Through this program, we are focusing on strengthening core areas that help businesses achieve lasting success:

Technology - adopting tools and innovations that improve efficiency and customer service.
Finance and accounting - gaining confidence in managing cash flow, budgets, and growth.
Law - understanding your obligations and protecting your business interests.
Property - navigating commercial leasing, using pop-up opportunities, and knowing about tenancy rights and obligations.
Branding and marketing - attracting customers and building a strong local presence.
Sustainability - embedding environmentally responsible practices into everyday business decisions to reduce impact, build resilience, and future-proof your operations.

Upcoming events

Practical, expert-led sessions for our local business community

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Business mentoring

17 Dec 2025 Connect with experienced mentors who understand your challenges and can provide strategic guidance tailored to your specific needs.

6 more dates

Book a face-to-face advice session with your local business advisor

19 Jan 2026 Do you want to digitise your business, sell online, enhance your website or implement digital marketing strategies? Book in a face-to-face session with your local business advisor Sue Walsh.

10 more dates

Display to Sell & Connect : A styling workshop and networking event

27 Jan 2026 Practical visual merchandising tips to help your market or pop-up stall attract more customers and boost sales.

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Stay in the loop

Be the first to know about our free business events and other business support opportunities.

Other local business networking events

There are networking events offered by North Shore Building Business Group. They are designed to provide valuable insights and networking opportunities for local business owners. For specific details on booking and participation, visit their website and contact them as needed. You can find more information and book events at Building Business Group.

Online resources

Discover free online resources designed to support your business journey by Service NSW Business Bureau. Business owners can also build their skills with videos and other online resources on topics such as business planning, marketing and cash flow – a simple way to learn, improve and make day-to-day decisions with more confidence.

Past events

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BBP Gala - Champions of Change 2025

Join us for an inspiring evening celebrating sustainability, collaboration, and the small business champions driving positive change. Connect with fellow Better Business Partnership members, honour our sustainability leaders, and toast to a successful year at this festive end-of-year gala.

Business After Hours - November networking event

Join Chatswood Chamber of Commerce Business After Hours event - an evening of networking, connections and community!

Tax essentials for freelancers and sole traders (Mandarin session)

Get the lowdown on taxes for freelancers and sole traders in Mandarin at this informative session – no more tax headaches

Business Breakthrough: Your 4-week success plan

Turn your business goals into a clear, actionable plan and set yourself up for success.

Book a face-to-face advice session with your local business advisor

Do you want to digitise your business, sell online, enhance your website or implement digital marketing strategies? Book in a face-to-face session with your local business advisor Sue Walsh.

10 more dates

Business After Hours for Small Business Month

Hear a Local Update from Senior Constable Dominic Trevor of the North Shore Police Area Command (Chatswood Police Station), keeping you informed about local community initiatives andd safety updates.

Sustainable Early Learning Expo 2025 (BBP)

Join us for the BBP Sustainable Early Learning Expo, a dynamic evening dedicated to empowering early learning professionals with the tools and inspiration to integrate sustainability into their centres and classrooms.

Business mentoring

Connect with experienced mentors who understand your challenges and can provide strategic guidance tailored to your specific needs.

6 more dates

Commercial leasing for success – what every business should know

Make informed decisions before signing your next lease in Chatswood and the Willoughby area.

R U OK? Day luncheon

The R U OK? Luncheon features a distinguished panel of health professionals who will explore the critical connection between mental and physical wellbeing, addressing topics such as chronic pain, stress, posture, resilience, and self-care.

Business After Hours (BBP)

Business After Hours is a casual business networking event held at a BBP member premises. For September our host is Chameleon Hair in North Willoughby. Come enjoy some canapes and a drink or two with a warm and friendly community.

Complete your One Page Strategic Plan workshop

In this free workshop, you'll be guided through completing your company's very own One Page Strategic Plan by expert Anna Samios.

Scale Up master class: Build your growth strategy

Ready to grow your established business? The Scale Up master class series is designed for business owners who are already up and running and looking to expand.

Business after hours drinks and social event

Join Chatswood Chamber of Commerce for a fun and relaxed evening of networking, great food and entertainment. Come and experience state-of-the-art simulation golf and karaoke at one of Chatswood's newest venues.

BBP Hospitality Expo 2025

For business owners ready to work smarter, not harder.
We know it’s a tough time to be in hospitality. This expo is tailor-made for time-poor owners and operators who know there must be an easier way - but are too busy to search for solutions.

Find and strengthen your signature voice

Join us for this 45-minute webinar designed to help you develop and amplify your leadership voice.

Support Local - Business network event

Join us for an evening of meaningful connections and opportunities that could transform your business.

Business essentials luncheon: Support, compliance and growth

The Chatswood Chamber of Commerce is excited to invite you to the business luncheon 'Support and compliance for local success', a must-attend event for local business owners and operators.

2025 Federal budget breakfast

We are thrilled to invite you and your colleagues to the Chatswood Chamber of Commerce's highlight event of the year - the 2025 Federal budget breakfast briefing and economic forecast.

Digital business sharing session: Enhance your business with SEO

Join us for an engaging virtual workshop led by Harry Sanders from StudioHawk, Australia’s largest SEO agency.

(BBP) Business After Hours - Thrifting thread

Climate action week event for business networking

International Women's Day business luncheon

Celebrating International Women's Day with the Chatswood Chamber of Commerce at an empowering luncheon event.

Discover AI : Unlock business growth with AI

Join the seminar to explore AI tools and technologies that can transform your SME's operations and accelerate its growth.

Better Business Partnership - February coffee catch up

BBP networking catch up event

Chatswood Chamber of Commerce luncheon 2025

This annual luncheon hosted by Chatswood Chamber of Commerce is to celebrate the Lunar New Year, to connect with local leaders and business owners.

Business coffee catch-up networking

Join Chatswood Chamber of Commerce monthly business coffee catch-up!

Draw your lunar fortune

Experience a cherished Lunar New Year tradition with our life-sized fortune stick activity! Rooted in Asian cultures, fortune sticks offer messages of luck, love, or success—blending wisdom with creativity.

BBP - End of year celebration

End of year celebration for BBP members

BBP webinar - Introduction to Emission Reporting and NetNada

BBP presents an Introduction to Emission Reporting for businesses interested in taking the next step for their business.

BBP launch party

Business networking event to celebrate launch of the new BBP Initiatives, funded by the EPA.

Becoming rebookable: a lunch and learn workshop

Boost your rebookings and build loyal customers – practical sales and interpersonal skills training for service-based businesses.

Business luncheon - Putting energy efficiency to work for business

Join Chatswood Chamber of Commerce for an insightful luncheon to explore how energy efficiency and ESG practices can help small businesses thrive and achieve long-term success.