Monash Women's Business Network event with Ramona Roach
Please note: If the event is booked out, we will take names for a wait list in case someone can no longer attend - please contact ecodev@monash.vic.gov.au to be added to waitlist.
About
Join us for this networking event with an insightful keynote presentation from Ramona Roach on the topic of 'AI Without the Hype: Practical Tools for Small Business'
This session is designed to demystify AI and provide actionable strategies for time-poor small business owners to boost efficiency, reduce admin, and stay ahead in a rapidly evolving environment. It includes:
• AI 101: Intro, Risks and Opportunities
• Time-saving tools for small business
• A framework for responsible and ethical AI use
• Responses to real local business challenges
• Free access to the Ethika Small Business Online Community including tools, training and resources relevant for small business owners
Learn about:
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Carolyn's journey from small business owner to leading a multinational brand that exports to more than 30 countries.
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Maintaining business growth and work-life balance.
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Being an employer-of-choice and creating employee-friendly workspaces.
Monash Women's Business Network is your gateway to valuable connections, education and learning opportunities. This is an inclusive event, people of all attendees are welcome.
About the presenter
At the age of just 18, Carolyn Creswell bought the small muesli business she worked at for $1,000 and has transformed it into a leading muesli brand with a global presence.
As a proud mother of four, Carolyn has a strong commitment to healthy work-life balance which is reflected in the supportive culture of the Monash-based business.
Event details
Date
Wednesday 10 September 2025 9:45 AM - 12:30 PM (UTC+10)
Networking: 11.30am - 12pm | Lunch: 12pm - 2.30pm
PARKROYAL Monash Melbourne, 872 Blackburn Road Clayton
$70 (includes two-course lunch)
RSVP: Close of business Monday 24 February 2025
Please note: If the event is booked out, we will take names for a wait list in case someone can no longer attend - please contact ecodev@monash.vic.gov.au to be added to waitlist.
Location
Novotel Glen Waverley
285 Springvale Road, Glen Waverley VIC 3150
Sponsored by PARKROYAL Monash Melbourne
Parking:
For your convenience, the best place to park is in the underground carpark at M-City which can be accessed from either Blackburn Rd or Princess Hwy. Once in the underground carpark, there is an exclusive entrance into the hotel which is located behind the red wall with the PARKROYAL Monash Signage. This entrance is located near parking bay M22 – Bay numbers are located on the pillars in the carpark. Attendees can access the lift in this entrance and come up to level ‘R’ which is the hotel reception as well as the PARKROYAL Ballroom.
PARKROYAL Monash Melbourne will provide any guests who are staying longer than 3 hours with a QR code which will allow guests to exit the carpark Free of Charge.
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