StartWest

11/11/2025

Local business owners — here’s a great opportunity to strengthen your digital presence. 🚀

Western BACE is offering free 1:1 Expert-in-Residence sessions this November, with a focus on SEO & Digital Visibility.

Whether you’re just starting out or looking to improve how your business shows up online, this is a chance to get practical, tailored guidance to help you get found by the right customers.

What you’ll cover:
✅ How to improve your Google search visibility
✅ Understanding keywords & search behaviour
✅ Website improvements that make a real difference
✅ Strategies to strengthen your digital footprint

How to book:
Click your chosen event date → Select Continue → Choose your preferred time slot.

Register here: https://www.eventbrite.com.au/e/1637291255219?aff=oddtdtcreator

A supportive, hands-on session designed to help you build your business — not just your to-do list.

20/10/2025

Expert-in-Residence Office Hours are back at Western BACE!

📣 Looking to take your business to the next level?

This is your chance to sit down one-on-one with an experienced business expert, gain personalised advice, and walk away with clear, actionable strategies you can put to work right away. Whether you want to refine your marketing and communication, boost your digital visibility, or build clarity and confidence in your next business steps.

Missed our March Marketing Event? Here's your chance to catch up and go deeper — with focused, one-on-one guidance tailored to your business.

Spots are limited – book your session today at: https://bit.ly/4maTFPx

👉 Click your chosen event date, then hit “Continue” to view available

29/09/2025

Master the art of communication! Join the team at the upcoming event on Oct 8, 6:00–7:30 PM at Western BACE to boost your skills, confidence, and connections.

Learn how to:
• Strengthen your communication skills.
• Build stronger professional relationships.
• Gain confidence in every conversation.
• Navigate even the toughest discussions with ease.

Don’t miss this opportunity to grow your skills and connect with others.

👉 Secure your spot today: http://bit.ly/4gin4pF

19/05/2025

📣 Business Workshop Alert!

Want to boost your website's visibility and attract more customers? Join the team at Western BACE at the upcoming workshop:

Understanding SEO Strategies – Boost Visibility & Drive Traffic
📅 Date: Wednesday 28th May
🕕 Time: 6:00 PM – 7:30 PM
📍 Location: Western BACE, [222 Ferris Road, Cobblebank]

Perfect for small business owners, startups, and anyone looking to strengthen their online presence. Don't miss out on this practical, beginner-friendly session!

👉 Spots are limited — don’t miss out! http://bit.ly/4jGCKnu

19/03/2025

🚀 Elevate Your Marketing Game with Our Friends at Western BACE!

Looking to refine your marketing approach and connect with your ideal customers? Our friends at Western BACE are hosting an interactive workshop, "Building Effective Marketing Strategies for Your Business," designed to equip you with the tools to create a powerful marketing plan!

📅 Date: Wednesday, 26th March
⏰ Time: 6:00 PM – 7:30 PM
📍 Location: Western BACE, 222 Ferris Road, Cobblebank

In this hands-on session, you'll learn how to:
👉 Define clear marketing goals
👉 Identify and understand your ideal audience
👉 Structure effective marketing activities
👉 Stand out in a competitive market

Whether you're a startup, small business, or entrepreneur looking to grow, this workshop will provide you with practical strategies to boost your brand and drive success!

💡 Spots are limited – secure your place now: https://bit.ly/41YF8PR

19/02/2024

🚀 Exciting News Alert! 🌟 Western BACE is now accepting applications for their Business Incubator Program! 🚀

If you’re a small business or startup in Melbourne’s West seeking to elevate and take your business to new heights.

Here’s your chance! is thrilled to announce that their renowned Incubator Program applications are now open!

Why you should apply?

• Tailored Support: Receive personalised mentorship and resources to fuel your business growth journey.

• Vibrant community: Connect with like-minded entrepreneurs, professionals, industry leaders and networks

• Cutting-edge Resources: Access state-of-the-art facilities and business growth resources

• Expert Guidance: tap into the wisdom of seasoned mentors, leaders and business owners who have successfully navigated the startup/business landscape

📝 Ready to apply?

To apply visit: www.westernbace.com and submit your application today!
Don’t miss the opportunity to scale your business.

27/10/2022

Are you a small business owner, entrepreneur, or remote worker looking for a flexible workspace near you?

Western BACE Unlimited Flexible Workspace Membership for just $50* monthly, Monday to Friday from 8am to 6pm.

It might just be the way out of isolation, a place to feel inspired and most importantly belong!

Find out more info at www.westernbace.com

26/10/2022

If you're a small business or startup owner looking at creating or re-engineering your business model canvas. Then this one-on-one business model canvas, session is for you!

Under the guidance of Western BACE experts expert in residence (EIR), receive personalised mentoring and develop a clear visual of who your customers are and the value of your product/service provide them.

Sessions are 1.5-hour bookable time slots between 10 am to 4:30pm. Limited bookable spots are available.

Sessions are FREE for Flexible Workspace Members. Access $100 worth of business support services.

Find out more and or register at: https://bit.ly/3yLZlt9

Starting a business or pivoting your existing business. The 1-on-1 business model canvas session will provide clarity to your ideas /biz.

21/07/2021

This month, we will be having a conversation with guest speaker Georgia McDonald, Chief Operating Officer at LaunchVic.

Georgia is an entrepreneurial professional with a proven track record in strategy, business growth, partnership development, program creation and developing talent. A philosophy major with first rate research skills and the ability to think outside, inside, around and over the box.

She’s passionate about education, strategy, leadership and pushing the diversity and inclusion agenda (across all metrics) onwards and upwards

Join the conversation, Wedn 28th, 6pm register at: https://bit.ly/3BpmFwE

21/05/2021

If you’re looking for guidance and direction, strategic input from an expert, or innovative ideas to push the envelope with your business?

Check out the 1-hour 1:1 Value Proposition Canvas session with the Western BACE Team, following after the breakfast meetup.

Only 1-ticket left for grabs, book your spot now: https://bit.ly/3ymdR94

20/05/2021

If you’re not familiar with our speaker for this month, here’s your chance to familiarize yourself with him. Meet Mark Corrie, CEO of Western BACE.

As an experienced CEO Mark has demonstrated history of working with Startups, Small Business, Community and Corporate. Known for innovative program development. Skilled in Negotiation, Marketing, Management, Business Planning, and Sales.

Join Mark at the upcoming breakfast meetup has unpacks some 'Sales Funnel Performances', strategies for business growth, understand how to focus on market gaps left by the economic downturn and identify newly emerging customer needs.

SIGN UP NOW: Link in bio and or https://bit.ly/3ymdR94

20/05/2021

If you’re not familiar with our speaker for this month, here’s your chance to familiarize yourself with him. Meet Mark Corrie, CEO of Western BACE.

As an experienced CEO Mark has demonstrated history of working with Startups, Small Business, Community and Corporate. Known for innovative program development. Skilled in Negotiation, Marketing, Management, Business Planning, and Sales.

Join Mark at the upcoming breakfast meetup has unpacks some 'Sales Funnel Performances', strategies for business growth, understand how to focus on market gaps left by the economic downturn and identify newly emerging customer needs.

SIGN UP NOW: Link in bio and or https://bit.ly/3ymdR94