Support Local Showcase Night and business network event
Join us for Willoughby City Council’s Support Local Showcase Night, an evening celebrating the local businesses, entrepreneurs and stories that make Willoughby a vibrant place to live, work, visit and do business.
This year’s Showcase Night will bring together local business owners, Chambers of Commerce representatives, Council, business support providers and community stakeholders for an evening of inspiration, insights and connection.
Guests will hear from the Mayor, gain valuable insights from a CommBank iQ keynote presentation on local spending and consumer trends, watch the latest Support Local campaign videos, and hear directly from featured business owners through a local business panel discussion.
Meet your MC, Grazina (Griz) Fechner: You’ve seen her lighting up Channel 7 and 9’s morning shows, and now she’s bringing her high-energy, no-nonsense style to Willoughby. A genuine sales and leadership guru, Grazina is set to turn our panel session into a dynamic, unforgettable experience.
Event agenda
5 pm to 5:30 pm | Arrival, welcome networking and light refreshments
5:30 pm sharp | Theatre program commences
- Welcome and opening remarks by Mayor Tanya Taylor
- CommBank iQ keynote presentation: exclusive insights into Willoughby’s local spending trends and consumer data
- Screening of the latest Support Local campaign videos
- Local Business panel discussion: interactive Q&A with featured success stories, facilitated by your MC, Grazina (Griz) Fechner
7:30 pm to 8:30 pm | Networking, business connections and light refreshments
8:30 pm | Event concludes
Why attend?
- Be inspired by success stories from local entrepreneurs
- Gain insights into local spending trends, customer profiles and opportunities for businesses across Willoughby LGA and Chatswood.
- Discover opportunities for collaboration, business support and future growth
- Connect with fellow local business owners, Chambers of Commerce, Council representatives and business support providers
Featured local success stories
‘In challenging economic times, our local businesses need community support more than ever. This is your chance to be part of Willoughby’s thriving business ecosystem.’ – Mayor Tanya Taylor
Don’t miss this opportunity to grow your business and be part of our vibrant local economy.
What is Support Local?
The Support Local campaign aims to encourage residents, workers and visitors to shop, dine and spend locally, supporting business growth, local jobs and the continued vibrancy of Willoughby’s local centres.
By highlighting the people, passion and stories behind local businesses, the campaign encourages the community to discover and support the quality businesses that make Willoughby unique.
Learn more about supporting local Willoughby businesses.
