Brand Strategy Melbourne

**Master Go-to-Market Strategy for Successful Product Launches** Master Go-to-Market Strategy in 1 day. Learn product positioning, pricing, sales alignment, demand generation, and launch planning to drive successful product launches. **Program Details** **Duration:** 1 Full Day (8 Hours) **Delivery Mode:** Classroom / Inhouse **Language:** English **Credits:** 8 PDUs / Training Hours **Certification:** Course Completion Certificate **Refreshments:** Lunch, Snacks, and beverages will be provided during the session **Every Successful Launch Has a Day One. This Could Be Yours.** **If you would like weekend training sessions, kindly reach out to us at [info@mangates.com](info@mangates.com ) for availability and scheduling.** **The Problem Wasn't the Product** The product was ready. The team had spent months building it. But the launch fell flat, sales didn't know how to position it, marketing was targeting the wrong audience, and by the time anyone noticed, the momentum was already gone. That's not a product problem. It's a go-to-market problem, and it happens far more often than most teams realize. **The Moment a Launch Actually Comes Together** Picture this: a product manager walks into a launch planning meeting with a clear customer segment, a sharp value proposition, and sales and marketing already aligned on messaging. Instead of scrambling after launch day, the team is executing a plan they built together. That's not luck. That's a process, and it's exactly what this one-day workshop is built to teach. **How the Day Unfolds** * **Module 1: Introduction to Go-To-Market Strategy** — They learn what a GTM strategy actually is, why it matters, and how to get cross-functional stakeholders coordinated from day one. * **Module 2: Understanding the Target Market** — A case study pushes them to segment customers properly, using research tools to uncover real pain points and jobs to be done. * **Module 3: Crafting Unique Value Proposition** — Through a role-play, they sharpen product positioning into messaging and an elevator pitch that actually lands. * **Module 4: Product and Pricing Strategy** — A group activity has them testing pricing models against competitive scenarios, until the numbers align with real product-market fit. * **Module 5: Sales Enablement & Channel Strategy** — Scenario planning walks them through direct versus indirect channels, aligning sales messaging, and handling objections before they arise. * **Module 6: Marketing and Demand Generation** — They build awareness and conversion strategies, mapping out a real launch playbook for the marketing team to execute. * **Module 7: Operational Readiness** — A team activity surfaces the internal training, governance, and logistics needed so the whole organization is aligned before launch day. * **Module 8: Measuring Success & KPIs** — An exercise has them setting real business objectives and building the dashboards to track whether the launch is actually working. * **Module 9: Real-World Application & Case Studies** — By the end of the day, they aren't just theorizing, they're applying GTM frameworks directly to their own product, learning from real launches that succeeded and failed. **What Changes By the End** **Attendees leave able to:** * Understand core GTM frameworks and tools for product success * Identify target markets and define compelling value propositions * Develop pricing strategies that align with customer needs * Coordinate sales, marketing, and product for unified execution * Plan, launch, and evaluate GTM strategies using measurable KPIs **Who Finds Themselves Here** * Product managers * Marketing professionals * Sales leaders * Business development managers * Startup founders and entrepreneurs **Real Practice, Not Passive Listening** Every attendee works through case studies, role-play, and scenario planning, live, in the room. The scenario above isn't hypothetical, it reflects exactly what happens when teams launch without a coordinated plan, and how this workshop prepares them to launch with one. **©2026 Mangates Tech Solutions Pvt Ltd. This content is protected by copyright law. Copy or Reproduction without permission is prohibited.** **Bring This to Your Organization** Picture an entire product and marketing team walking into their next launch already aligned, on positioning, pricing, and messaging, before day one. This workshop is available as a customized in-house session, on-site or virtual, with group pricing for organizations ready to build that capability together. **📧 Contact us today to schedule a customized in-house session: [corporate@mangates.com](corporate@mangates.com)** **FAQs** **1\. Do I need prior leadership experience to attend this workshop?** No, this workshop works for both newly promoted leaders and experienced professionals looking to sharpen their skills. **2\. Is this only for doctors and nurses?** Not at all, it's built for anyone in a healthcare setting, including administrators, support staff, and students entering the field. **3\. Will I actually practice real scenarios\, or is this mostly lecture\-based?** You'll work through role-play, case studies, and simulation throughout the day, not passive listening. **4\. What if I struggle with speaking up during handovers or escalations?** Module 2 is built exactly for this, covering structured communication using SBAR to close common communication gaps. **5\. Does the workshop help with managing conflict\, not just clinical decisions?** Yes, Module 6 addresses workplace challenges directly, including conflict, stress, and burnout, alongside Module 3's focus on team dynamics. **6\. Is this relevant if I'm not in a leadership role yet\, but want to be?** Yes, it's designed to help anyone transitioning into leadership roles build the foundational skills needed for that step. **7\. Does the course cover patient safety\, or just team leadership?** Yes, Module 5 covers the direct link between leadership and patient safety outcomes, including quality practices and reporting culture. **8\. What if clinical governance and decision\-making frameworks feel unfamiliar to me?** Module 4 walks you through safe decision frameworks and governance basics using a real case study. **9\. Can this workshop be customized for our hospital or department specifically?** Yes, group sessions can be tailored to your organization and delivered on-site or virtually, with group pricing available. **10\. What do I actually walk away with at the end of the day?** A practical framework across all seven leadership areas, real practice through role-play and simulation, and a personal leadership growth plan, plus a Course Completion Certificate. **11\. What is the refund policy?** You are eligible to request a refund up to 7 days before the event.

GTM Mastery: A One-Day Strategy Session in Melbourne

Tue, Sep 29, 2:00 PM

GTM Mastery: A One-Day Strategy Session in Melbourne

Fri, Oct 9, 2:00 PM

**Master Go-to-Market Strategy for Successful Product Launches** Master Go-to-Market Strategy in 1 day. Learn product positioning, pricing, sales alignment, demand generation, and launch planning to drive successful product launches. **Program Details** **Duration:** 1 Full Day (8 Hours) **Delivery Mode:** Classroom / Inhouse **Language:** English **Credits:** 8 PDUs / Training Hours **Certification:** Course Completion Certificate **Refreshments:** Lunch, Snacks, and beverages will be provided during the session **Every Successful Launch Has a Day One. This Could Be Yours.** **If you would like weekend training sessions, kindly reach out to us at [info@mangates.com](info@mangates.com) for availability and scheduling.** **The Problem Wasn't the Product** The product was ready. The team had spent months building it. But the launch fell flat, sales didn't know how to position it, marketing was targeting the wrong audience, and by the time anyone noticed, the momentum was already gone. That's not a product problem. It's a go-to-market problem, and it happens far more often than most teams realize. **The Moment a Launch Actually Comes Together** Picture this: a product manager walks into a launch planning meeting with a clear customer segment, a sharp value proposition, and sales and marketing already aligned on messaging. Instead of scrambling after launch day, the team is executing a plan they built together. That's not luck. That's a process, and it's exactly what this one-day workshop is built to teach. **How the Day Unfolds** * **Module 1: Introduction to Go-To-Market Strategy** — They learn what a GTM strategy actually is, why it matters, and how to get cross-functional stakeholders coordinated from day one. * **Module 2: Understanding the Target Market** — A case study pushes them to segment customers properly, using research tools to uncover real pain points and jobs to be done. * **Module 3: Crafting Unique Value Proposition** — Through a role-play, they sharpen product positioning into messaging and an elevator pitch that actually lands. * **Module 4: Product and Pricing Strategy** — A group activity has them testing pricing models against competitive scenarios, until the numbers align with real product-market fit. * **Module 5: Sales Enablement & Channel Strategy** — Scenario planning walks them through direct versus indirect channels, aligning sales messaging, and handling objections before they arise. * **Module 6: Marketing and Demand Generation** — They build awareness and conversion strategies, mapping out a real launch playbook for the marketing team to execute. * **Module 7: Operational Readiness** — A team activity surfaces the internal training, governance, and logistics needed so the whole organization is aligned before launch day. * **Module 8: Measuring Success & KPIs** — An exercise has them setting real business objectives and building the dashboards to track whether the launch is actually working. * **Module 9: Real-World Application & Case Studies** — By the end of the day, they aren't just theorizing, they're applying GTM frameworks directly to their own product, learning from real launches that succeeded and failed. **What Changes By the End** **Attendees leave able to:** * Understand core GTM frameworks and tools for product success * Identify target markets and define compelling value propositions * Develop pricing strategies that align with customer needs * Coordinate sales, marketing, and product for unified execution * Plan, launch, and evaluate GTM strategies using measurable KPIs **Who Finds Themselves Here** * Product managers * Marketing professionals * Sales leaders * Business development managers * Startup founders and entrepreneurs **Real Practice, Not Passive Listening** Every attendee works through case studies, role-play, and scenario planning, live, in the room. The scenario above isn't hypothetical, it reflects exactly what happens when teams launch without a coordinated plan, and how this workshop prepares them to launch with one. **©2026 Mangates Tech Solutions Pvt Ltd. This content is protected by copyright law. Copy or Reproduction without permission is prohibited.** **Bring This to Your Organization** Picture an entire product and marketing team walking into their next launch already aligned, on positioning, pricing, and messaging, before day one. This workshop is available as a customized in-house session, on-site or virtual, with group pricing for organizations ready to build that capability together. **📧 Contact us today to schedule a customized in-house session: [corporate@mangates.com](corporate@mangates.com)** **FAQs** **1\. Do I need prior leadership experience to attend this workshop?** No, this workshop works for both newly promoted leaders and experienced professionals looking to sharpen their skills. **2\. Is this only for doctors and nurses?** Not at all, it's built for anyone in a healthcare setting, including administrators, support staff, and students entering the field. **3\. Will I actually practice real scenarios\, or is this mostly lecture\-based?** You'll work through role-play, case studies, and simulation throughout the day, not passive listening. **4\. What if I struggle with speaking up during handovers or escalations?** Module 2 is built exactly for this, covering structured communication using SBAR to close common communication gaps. **5\. Does the workshop help with managing conflict\, not just clinical decisions?** Yes, Module 6 addresses workplace challenges directly, including conflict, stress, and burnout, alongside Module 3's focus on team dynamics. **6\. Is this relevant if I'm not in a leadership role yet\, but want to be?** Yes, it's designed to help anyone transitioning into leadership roles build the foundational skills needed for that step. **7\. Does the course cover patient safety\, or just team leadership?** Yes, Module 5 covers the direct link between leadership and patient safety outcomes, including quality practices and reporting culture. **8\. What if clinical governance and decision\-making frameworks feel unfamiliar to me?** Module 4 walks you through safe decision frameworks and governance basics using a real case study. **9\. Can this workshop be customized for our hospital or department specifically?** Yes, group sessions can be tailored to your organization and delivered on-site or virtually, with group pricing available. **10\. What do I actually walk away with at the end of the day?** A practical framework across all seven leadership areas, real practice through role-play and simulation, and a personal leadership growth plan, plus a Course Completion Certificate. **11\. What is the refund policy?** You are eligible to request a refund up to 7 days before the event.

From Melbourne Design Thinking Meetup

🤖 Group Therapy: An Honest Session on How We Actually Feel About AI

Thu, Aug 13, 8:00 AM

From Melbourne Boardgames group (party and strategy games)

We are finally doing it. A talk themed around AI. But we know it's session nobody wants to admit they need. We've all heard the AI buzzwords - "excited," "leaning in," "embracing the tools", "It's about Taste" But what's the version we tell our partner at 11pm? This session is a confession booth disguised as a meetup: no corporate talking points, no performative optimism, just a room full of professionals finally saying the quiet part out loud. What you'll hear: ✨ The mood ring check-in: Has your relationship with AI actually evolved - curiosity, to fatigue, to something like grudging acceptance? Or are you stuck on repeat? ✨ Empowered or expendable: The gap between the tools making us faster and the fear that "faster" was never really the point ✨ The honesty audit: Are we saying what we actually feel, or reciting the script we think we're supposed to perform? ✨ Slop or stealth: Is AI-generated mediocrity actually improving - or has it just gotten better at hiding in plain sight? ✨ The invoice after the honeymoon: Businesses got the discounted intro rate. Is anyone budgeting for what this actually costs once the novelty pricing ends? ✨ Who's actually watching the risk: How leaders are (or aren't) identifying, assessing, and managing AI risk before it becomes a headline 👉 The debate on the table: "Most people are more anxious than they admit" vs "People are largely fine and adapting" Pick a side. Defend it. Or admit you're not sure, which might be the most honest answer in the room. 📌 The details: * Date: Thursday 13th August * Host: Melbourne Design Thinking Meetup x Scyne Advisory * Refreshments included: Pizza and fizz! Our Speakers: **Liz Collins León** *Experience Architect \| Design Operations Strategist* Liz is an Experience Architect with over 15 years designing systems, campaigns, and communication solutions across retail, telecommunications, and front-to-back office operations. With tenure at Telstra, Google, and more recently Genesys, she is a design leader and mentor whose passion for creating inclusive experiences expands beyond delivering data-driven, digital products. Whether fostering a community effort to found a greenbelt reserve, designing learning spaces, or promoting psychological safety in the workplace, she endeavors to strengthen communities through online and offline connections. **Gemma Mooney** *Product Design Lead \| RACV* With over 20 years of experience spanning UX, digital product design and design leadership. She specialises in helping organisations understand customer needs and translate insights into improved products, services and experiences. At RACV, Gemma leads strategic discovery, research and experience design initiatives across a range of member experiences, including onboarding, emergency roadside assistance, payments, chat and AI-enabled digital services. She also led the design of the RACV app from concept through to launch, helping shape the vision, user experience and member proposition for one of RACV's most important digital products. More recently, she has been helping embed AI into the design practice, developing practical approaches for using tools such as Copilot to support research, synthesis, journey mapping and opportunity identification. Prior to RACV, Gemma was UX Manager at Intrepid Travel, where she established the company's UX practice and championed user-centred design across the organisation. She also led Intrepid's first innovation hackathon, bringing together cross-functional teams to solve customer and business challenges through design-led thinking. Throughout her career, Gemma has been passionate about creating evidence-based, customer-centred experiences and helping teams use research and emerging technologies to drive better outcomes for customers and organisations alike. Her work has been recognised with Intrepid Travel's Outstanding Achievement Award and Travel Weekly's Women in Travel Award. **David Cullen** *Managing Director, Scyne Advisory (GAICD)* David has spent two decades on the front line of Australia's cyber resilience — the kind of career where "incident response" isn't a slide in a deck, it's a 3am phone call. As Victoria's former Chief Information Security Officer, he built the state's Cyber Incident Response Service from scratch and led the response to Victoria's largest-ever public sector cyber-attack, all while establishing the frameworks that now coordinate cyber emergencies statewide. At the national level, David represented Victoria on the National Cyber Security Committee and built the National Operations Subcommittee to get states talking to each other before a crisis, not during one. He's now a Managing Director at Scyne Advisory, leading national incident response capability and helping organisations across the public and private sector get serious about cyber preparedness before they need to. David holds a Master of Public Policy and Management, is a Graduate of the Australian Institute of Company Directors, and is a recipient of the Resilient Australia Award. He brings a rare thing to a stage: someone who's actually been the person picking up the phone when it all goes wrong — and has the scars, systems, and stories to prove it.

63 attendees

Monday Night Boardgames

Mon, Aug 24, 8:00 AM

We’re back in 2026! Come play games with us! This venue is definitely biased towards "euro" style games but any and all games are welcome. Members will bring games that they like. Anything that is fun to play and share is welcome! Don't have a game, don't worry. We've got a decent selection, but you're always welcome to bring a game if you would like. Never played a board game before or it's been 20 years? No problem, we'd be happy to show you how to play. We love beginners, because we were all beginners at one point. Life is full of stress, let Monday nights be a fun night. Some of the games our regulars own: Settlers of Catan Power Grid Dead of Winter Terraforming Mars Stone Age Elder Sign Resistance/Avalon One Night Werewolf Hanabi Race for the Galaxy King of Tokyo Puerto Rico Ticket to Ride Europe 7 Wonders Love Letter Red Planet Century Spice Road Dune and Dark Moon Also, come to a couple of Meetups and Grab your very own discount card for Mindgames in the CBD. For 10% off and other exclusive discounts.

6 attendees

Design Like a Pro: A One-Day Canva Workshop in Melbourne

Thu, Aug 27, 2:00 PM

**Overview** Master Canva to create professional, on-brand social media designs with hands-on practice in templates, branding, media, and content planning. **Program Details** **Duration**: 1 Full Day (8 Hours) **Delivery Mode**: Classroom (In-Person) **Language**: English **Credits**: 8 PDUs / Training Hours **Certification**: Course Completion Certificate **Refreshments**: Lunch, Snacks, and beverages will be provided during the session **Every Confident Designer Has a Day One. This Could Be Yours.** For general enquiries or booking your slot, contact us at: [info@mangates.com](info@mangates.com) +61 (0) 2 80155605 **Course Overview:** **The Design Gap No One Talks About** Their feed looked fine. Not bad, just forgettable. Every post used the same template, the same stock photo style, the same font picked at random months ago. Nothing looked broken, it just never quite looked like theirs. That's the gap most people hit long before they ever open a design tool properly. Not a lack of creativity, just a lack of the right skills to translate an idea into something that actually looks professional. **The Moment Design Stops Feeling Like Guesswork** Picture this: someone opens Canva, pulls up a template, and instead of leaving it as-is, adjusts the colors to match their brand, swaps the font, repositions the text, and exports a post that finally looks intentional. That's not talent. That's a skill, and it's exactly what this one-day workshop is built to teach. **How the Day Unfolds** * **Module 1: Getting Started with Canva** — They explore Canva's interface and workspace, and start recognizing the right formats for Instagram, Facebook, LinkedIn, and YouTube. * **Module 2: Essential Design Principles** — They practice layout, spacing, and alignment, and start noticing why some designs feel balanced and others feel off. * **Module 3: Templates, Branding & Customization** — Through a role-play, they learn how to select and personalize templates, layering in brand colors, fonts, and logos.\ * **Module 4: Creative Social Media Graphics** — A case study pushes them to design posts for real engagement, using effects, transparency, and story formats. * **Module 5: Using Images, Icons & Media Tools** — A simulation has them working with stock photos, icons, and overlays until the visuals feel sharp and intentional. * **Module 6: Editing, Resizing & Content Variations** — A group brainstorm surfaces quick techniques for resizing and repurposing one design across multiple platforms. * **Module 7: Exporting & Publishing Designs** — By the end of the day, they aren't just experimenting, they're exporting polished designs and building an actual content calendar. **What Changes By the End** Attendees leave able to: * Understand Canva's interface and essential tools * Use design principles for professional visuals * Customize templates for brand identity * Create platform-specific social media graphics * Work confidently with media, icons, and effects * Resize and repurpose content for different platforms * Export and publish polished, high-quality designs **Who Finds Themselves Here** * Social media beginners * Entrepreneurs and small business owners * Marketing and communication teams * Students and freelancers * Content creators and influencers * Anyone wanting to design without advanced software **Real Practice, Not Passive Listening** Every attendee works hands-on with real design projects, live, in the room. The scenario above isn't hypothetical, it reflects exactly what happens to most people who walk in without a design background and walk out designing with confidence. **Bring This to Your Organization** Picture an entire marketing team producing consistent, on-brand visuals without waiting on a designer for every post. This workshop is available as a customized in-house session, on-site or virtual, with group pricing for teams ready to build that capability together. 📧 Contact us today to schedule a customized in-house session: [corporate@mangates.com](mailto:corporate@mangates.com) **©2026 Mangates Tech Solutions Pvt Ltd. This content is protected by copyright law. Copy or Reproduction without permission is prohibited.** **FAQs** **1\. Do I need any prior design experience to attend?** No, this workshop is built specifically for beginners with no design background at all. **2\. Do I need to install any software before the session?** No, Canva works directly in your browser, and the workshop will guide you through account setup if needed. **3\. Will I actually create real designs\, or is this mostly a demo?** You'll create real designs throughout the day, working hands-on with templates, branding elements, and export formats. **4\. Can I use this for my own business or brand\, not just generic templates?** Yes, Module 3 focuses specifically on customizing templates with your own brand colors, fonts, and logos. **5\. What if I need designs for multiple platforms\, not just Instagram?** Module 1 covers formats for Instagram, Facebook, LinkedIn, and YouTube, and Module 6 teaches you to resize one design across all of them. **6\. Does the course cover video content\, or just static images?** Yes, Module 5 covers working with videos alongside stock photos, icons, and illustrations. **7\. Will I learn how to use Canva's AI tools?** Yes, Module 6 introduces Canva's AI tools for quick adjustments and content variations. **8\. I run social media for my company\, will this help with content planning\, not just design?** Yes, Module 7 covers preparing content calendars using Canva folders, alongside exporting and publishing your designs. **9\. Can this course be customized for our marketing team specifically?** Yes, group sessions can be tailored to your organization and delivered on-site or virtually, with group pricing available. **10\. What do I actually walk away with at the end of the day?** Practical skills across Canva's full toolkit, templates, branding, media, resizing, and exporting, plus a Course Completion Certificate.

From Melbourne Boardgames group (party and strategy games)

Bayside Crunchy Monday (Elsternwick)

Mon, Aug 24, 8:50 AM

From The Entrepreneur Club (Melbourne)

Play board games with around 20 people on 5+ tables in Elsternwick. Friendly. Inclusive. Free entry, Crunchy Euro and Thematic games. Close to public transport and free parking. Exclusive use of a function room with good lighting at the Caulfield RSL. Join our group in the Aftergame App to stay in touch: https://aftergame.app/groups/bayside-games-1853 Games are sometimes organised in advance on our WhatsApp group or in the Aftergame app, however most games are organised following a brief discussion at the venue on the Monday night. Recently we have played the following games: Euros: Brass, Dune Imperium, Anachrony, Endeavor Deep Sea, Inis, On Mars, Ark Nova, Galactic Cruise, Viticulture, Scythe, Concordia, Terra Mystica, Gaia Project, Terraforming Mars, Castles of Burgundy, Lost Ruins of Arnak and Grand Austria Hotel, and Orleans Economic: Indonesia, Food Chain Magnate, Bus, Irish Gauge and Container. Thematic: Voidfall, Dune (Original), Root, Eclipse, Nemesis, Spirit Island, Undaunted, Chaos in the Old World, The Godfather, Spartacus and Dominant Species. **Arrive early** The best time to arrive is around 6:50pm as people discuss which games they would like to play before starting longer games at 7:00pm. Arrive early and we can ensure that you are included in a game. However, should you arrive after 7:00pm you may need to wait for games to finish to be included, or if people are playing long games, it might not be practical to start a new game. **Full bar and snacks available** The Caulfield RSL generously provide the venue free of charge. A selection of food and drinks are available for purchase at the bar. Note that only food or drink purchased at the RSL can be consumed at the venue. We look forward to seeing you!

3 attendees

📚 #InPursuit – A Book Club for Builders, Thinkers, and Doers

Sat, Aug 15, 12:30 AM

4.5

📚 #InPursuit is a book club for entrepreneurs, creatives, and curious minds who know personal growth fuels business growth. **See a lot of RSPVPs and wonder how it works? We'll break up into groups of 6-8 to share our insights, then swap groups after 30-45min so you can maximise learning from everybody!** *Note: this even is not organised by or affiliated with The State Library of Victoria* **That's what #InPursuit is all about** It’s not a traditional book club, it’s a space for people who are actively designing a better life through the pursuit of business, creativity, and personal growth. This event is for anyone #InPursuit of better business, life and relationships. Instead of reading the same book, we each come prepared to share one powerful insight from something we’ve read in the past 3-months. Anything non-fiction that’s moved us forward. Whether it’s a mindset shift, a productivity system, a new philosophy, or just a truth that punched us in the gut. This is a place to unpack it together and hear what others are learning too. We’re not just here to *read*. We’re here to *integrate*. Because when we grow, our business and our lives grow too. **🔍 Why Join? You'll leave with:** * 5–10 fresh insights from books you may never have picked up * Deeper awareness of how others think, lead, and evolve * New connections with people walking a similar path toward purpose, results, and impact This isn’t a lecture. It’s a room full of people building themselves while they build the thing. **📖 How It Works** First time? No pressure to share, just come curious. We'll break up into groups of 6-8 and share our insights, then swap groups so you can maximise the learning! Returning? Bring one idea you’ve read about in the last 3-months and be ready to speak on: 1. What did you learn? 2. How did it shift your perspective about the world or yourself? 3. How has it changed the way you show up or behave? We keep it structured, but flexible. After sharing, we open up to Q&A, personal stories, challenges, and deep dives. Some of the best insights come from the conversations *after* the share. **🧠 Who This Is For** * Entrepreneurs or side-hustlers finding their footing * Business owners, and doers building toward better * Curious minds who love ideas but care more about action * People tired of shallow conversations and hungry for growth If you’re working on something—or becoming someone—this space is for you. It’s a practice ground for people who want to grow forward. We’re all #InPursuit of mastery, momentum, and the kind of success that starts from within. **Map on how to get there** We're in the Create Quarter on the ground level (back right of the Quad as you enter from Swanson St). We'll likely be on a long table together. https://www.slv.vic.gov.au/sites/default/files/SLV-EnglishMap_Jan25.pdf

58 attendees

Stranger Soccer 5-a-side kickoff @ ACU Fitzroy!

Fri, Aug 14, 8:00 AM

From Stranger Soccer Melbourne

G'day! We have a 5-a-side kickoff happening **every Friday, from 6-7 pm at Rooftop Futsal @ ACU Fitzroy**! To join us, just download the Stranger Soccer app and register for free. If you're joining us for the first time, use the code **WELCOME** to book this game for free. Book your slot now and get involved. Cheers!

Social Ads Accelerator: 1 Day Intensive Workshop in Melbourne

Thu, Aug 20, 2:00 PM

**Social Media Ads Bootcamp: Solving the Real Challenges That Cost You Ad Spend** "Great ad campaigns aren't luck. They're built, one day is enough to turn wasted spend into measurable results." **Program Details** **Duration:** 1 Full Day (8 Hours) **Delivery Mode:** Classroom (In-Person) **Language:** English **Credits:** 8 PDUs / Training Hours **Certification:** Course Completion Certificate **Refreshments:** Lunch, Snacks, and beverages will be provided during the session **Solve These Problems Before Your Next Ad Campaign** **If you would like weekend training sessions, kindly reach out to us at [info@mangates.com](info@mangates.com) for availability and scheduling.** **Where Ad Campaigns Actually Fall Apart** Not in the platform. Not in the budget size. Usually right at the moment targeting, creative, or bidding decisions go wrong and there's no clear system to catch it. That waste isn't inevitable it's a signal most marketers don't know how to read until the budget's already gone. This bootcamp closes that gap. Nine modules, each built around a real ad performance challenge, each giving you a technique you can apply immediately. **At a Glance** 9 modules. 1 day. 1 complete ad campaign process, covering everything from audience targeting and creative development to budgeting, platform-specific strategy, and performance optimization. No wasted sessions, no filler content, just a working framework you can apply the moment you walk out the door. **Nine Sticking Points, Nine Fixes** * **You don't understand how paid social ecosystems actually work** — Module 1 covers paid social platforms, their benefits and challenges, and key differences between ad platforms. * **Your targeting feels like a guess, not a strategy** — Module 2 covers audience segmentation, buyer personas, and retargeting with custom audiences. * **Your ad creative doesn't grab attention or convert** — Module 3 focuses on persuasive ad copy, effective visuals, and consistent branding. * **Your budget disappears without clear results** — Module 4 covers realistic budgeting, CPC/CPM/CPA models, and allocating spend across platforms. * **You're not getting results from Facebook or Instagram ads** — Module 5 covers Meta Ads Manager, lookalike audiences, placements, and A/B testing. * **LinkedIn and Google campaigns underperform** — Module 6 covers B2B targeting on LinkedIn, keyword and display targeting on Google, and measuring success through insights. * **You can't tell what's working and what isn't** — Module 7 covers key performance metrics, identifying underperforming ads, and refining campaigns with data. * **Your ads risk violating platform policies or losing relevance** — Module 8 covers ad policy guidelines, avoiding ad fatigue, and managing client expectations and reporting. * **You're not sure how to turn lessons into a real strategy** — Module 9 covers reviewing real-world campaigns and building your own mock ad plan. **Nothing Here Happens in Isolation** Weak targeting leads to wasted budget. Generic creative undermines even well-targeted campaigns. Fix these in silos, and you're still patching one leak at a time. This bootcamp connects the fixes, so by day's end, you're not holding scattered tactics — you have one connected process from targeting to optimization. **The Method Behind the Fixes** Rather than presenting abstract theory, each module follows a practical, hands-on structure: 1. **Identify the problem** — What typically goes wrong at this stage, and why 2. **Learn the framework** — A structured, repeatable method to address it 3. **Apply it immediately** — Through hands-on activities and platform practice 4. **Walk away with a tool** — Something usable in your very next campaign **What You'll Be Able to Do Differently** By the end of this bootcamp, you will be able to: * Create and manage effective paid campaigns across multiple social media platforms * Target audiences strategically and optimize ad delivery for maximum performance * Use analytics tools to measure, interpret, and improve ad results * Allocate budgets and manage bidding strategies effectively * Create ad content that drives engagement, clicks, and conversions **Who Faces These Problems (and Should Attend)?** * Digital marketing freelancers * Marketing agencies managing paid campaigns for clients **©2026 Mangates Tech Solutions Pvt Ltd. This content is protected by copyright law. Copy or Reproduction without permission is prohibited.** **Format** Practical, applied learning — hands-on platform exercises and activities built around real ad performance challenges. You'll practice solving the actual problems, not just discuss them. **For Teams Facing the Same Challenges** If your agency or marketing team is running into these issues collectively, this bootcamp is available as a customized in-house session — tailored to your industry, platforms, and specific pain points. Delivered on-site or virtually, with group pricing available. **📧 Contact us today to schedule a customized in-house session: [corporate@mangates.com](corporate@mangates.com)** **FAQs** **1\. Do I need prior experience in running ad campaigns to attend?** No, the bootcamp works for both beginners and experienced marketers looking to sharpen their skills. **2\. Is this bootcamp only for agency professionals?** Not at all it's built for digital marketing freelancers and agency teams managing paid campaigns alike. **3\. Will I learn how to actually set up campaigns\, not just theory?** Yes, Module 5 and Module 6 walk you through hands-on platform setup across Meta Ads Manager, LinkedIn, and Google Ads. **4\. What if my targeting always feels like guesswork?** Module 2 is built exactly for covering audience segmentation, buyer personas, and retargeting with custom audiences. **5\. Does the bootcamp cover budgeting\, not just campaign strategy?** Yes, Module 4 covers realistic budgeting, CPC/CPM/CPA models, and how to allocate spend across platforms. **6\. What if my ad creative isn't converting?** Module 3 focuses specifically on persuasive ad copy, effective visuals, and maintaining brand consistency. **7\. Is this bootcamp only about Facebook and Instagram ads?** No, Module 6 also covers LinkedIn B2B targeting and Google's keyword and display targeting. **8\. Will I leave with something I can actually use right away?** Yes, every module follows an identify-learn-apply structure, so you walk away with a tool usable in your very next campaign. **9\. Can this bootcamp be customized for our agency or marketing team specifically?** Yes, group sessions can be tailored to your industry and platforms, delivered on-site or virtually. **10\. What does the day actually involve besides lectures?** Hands-on platform exercises, activities, and a mock ad plan built around real ad performance challenges — practical application, not passive listening. **11\. What is the refund policy?** You are eligible to request a refund up to 7 days before the event.

From SmashSpeak- Real World Presenting & Leadership

Presenting - Interactive fun workshops

Thu, Aug 20, 8:15 AM

4.7

Smashing! Try something new Thursday Interactive reality workshops- Tonight get involved and have some fun Serious about improving your leadership - **Why mess, come to the best** Why is Smashing different to other speaking clubs? Just two member's thoughts, "The fun/laughs factor is definitely a point of difference. We keep it moving with high standards so it’s a nice balance. Too strict makes it tense and boring, too loose and we can lose the energy/commercial feel. SmashSpeak's vibe's in the sweet spot." "At other clubs I used to listen to long speeches and lectures, here we get so many chances to talk every meeting, that we have to improve" **Free parking** close: O'Connell and Cobden streets **IMPORTANT: Be on time, as doors close when the show starts** “Proudly Australian" – Free-flowing teamwork, greater good focus, sharing the stage, etc Multicultural Hub, 506 Elizabeth St (Opposite Queen Vic Market) Level 1, PURPLE Room (End of corridor) More to come...

12 attendees

Networking Drinks for Builders & Doers

Fri, Aug 28, 8:30 AM

From The Entrepreneur Club (Melbourne)

4.5

**🍻 The Entrepreneur Club – Last Friday of the Month Drinks** **Not your average knock-off drinks.** Join us for a monthly gathering of entrepreneurs, builders, creatives, and self-starters who believe business is more than just work, it’s a personal growth journey. Whether you're scaling something or just starting out, this is a space to meet others who think like you do. **💬 What to Expect** ✅ Real convos with people building something ✅ A place to bounce ideas, swap challenges, and share wins ✅ Opportunities to give value and get it in return ✅ Chill vibes, no pitches, just smart people in good company You don’t need a title or a polished pitch, just curiosity and the willingness to connect. **🗓 Format** **6:30pm** – Arrive, grab a drink, join a convo **8:30pm** – We wrap, or roll on elsewhere 📍 **The Oxford Scholar** We take over a corner of the bar (Back Bar or Atrium), look for the crew with ideas in one hand and a drink in the other. **🎯 This is for you if** * You want more entrepreneurial people in your life * You’re building something, or want to be * You care about growth, not just small talk Bring a question. Bring a challenge. Bring your curiosity. Last Friday of every month. Let’s make it count.

31 attendees

**Master Go-to-Market Strategy for Successful Product Launches** Master Go-to-Market Strategy in 1 day. Learn product positioning, pricing, sales alignment, demand generation, and launch planning to drive successful product launches. **Program Details** **Duration:** 1 Full Day (8 Hours) **Delivery Mode:** Classroom / Inhouse **Language:** English **Credits:** 8 PDUs / Training Hours **Certification:** Course Completion Certificate **Refreshments:** Lunch, Snacks, and beverages will be provided during the session **Every Successful Launch Has a Day One. This Could Be Yours.** **If you would like weekend training sessions, kindly reach out to us at [info@mangates.com](info@mangates.com) for availability and scheduling.** **The Problem Wasn't the Product** The product was ready. The team had spent months building it. But the launch fell flat, sales didn't know how to position it, marketing was targeting the wrong audience, and by the time anyone noticed, the momentum was already gone. That's not a product problem. It's a go-to-market problem, and it happens far more often than most teams realize. **The Moment a Launch Actually Comes Together** Picture this: a product manager walks into a launch planning meeting with a clear customer segment, a sharp value proposition, and sales and marketing already aligned on messaging. Instead of scrambling after launch day, the team is executing a plan they built together. That's not luck. That's a process, and it's exactly what this one-day workshop is built to teach. **How the Day Unfolds** * **Module 1: Introduction to Go-To-Market Strategy** — They learn what a GTM strategy actually is, why it matters, and how to get cross-functional stakeholders coordinated from day one. * **Module 2: Understanding the Target Market** — A case study pushes them to segment customers properly, using research tools to uncover real pain points and jobs to be done. * **Module 3: Crafting Unique Value Proposition** — Through a role-play, they sharpen product positioning into messaging and an elevator pitch that actually lands. * **Module 4: Product and Pricing Strategy** — A group activity has them testing pricing models against competitive scenarios, until the numbers align with real product-market fit. * **Module 5: Sales Enablement & Channel Strategy** — Scenario planning walks them through direct versus indirect channels, aligning sales messaging, and handling objections before they arise. * **Module 6: Marketing and Demand Generation** — They build awareness and conversion strategies, mapping out a real launch playbook for the marketing team to execute. * **Module 7: Operational Readiness** — A team activity surfaces the internal training, governance, and logistics needed so the whole organization is aligned before launch day. * **Module 8: Measuring Success & KPIs** — An exercise has them setting real business objectives and building the dashboards to track whether the launch is actually working. * **Module 9: Real-World Application & Case Studies** — By the end of the day, they aren't just theorizing, they're applying GTM frameworks directly to their own product, learning from real launches that succeeded and failed. **What Changes By the End** **Attendees leave able to:** * Understand core GTM frameworks and tools for product success * Identify target markets and define compelling value propositions * Develop pricing strategies that align with customer needs * Coordinate sales, marketing, and product for unified execution * Plan, launch, and evaluate GTM strategies using measurable KPIs **Who Finds Themselves Here** * Product managers * Marketing professionals * Sales leaders * Business development managers * Startup founders and entrepreneurs **Real Practice, Not Passive Listening** Every attendee works through case studies, role-play, and scenario planning, live, in the room. The scenario above isn't hypothetical, it reflects exactly what happens when teams launch without a coordinated plan, and how this workshop prepares them to launch with one. **©2026 Mangates Tech Solutions Pvt Ltd. This content is protected by copyright law. Copy or Reproduction without permission is prohibited.** **Bring This to Your Organization** Picture an entire product and marketing team walking into their next launch already aligned, on positioning, pricing, and messaging, before day one. This workshop is available as a customized in-house session, on-site or virtual, with group pricing for organizations ready to build that capability together. **📧 Contact us today to schedule a customized in-house session: [corporate@mangates.com](corporate@mangates.com)** **FAQs** **1\. Do I need prior leadership experience to attend this workshop?** No, this workshop works for both newly promoted leaders and experienced professionals looking to sharpen their skills. **2\. Is this only for doctors and nurses?** Not at all, it's built for anyone in a healthcare setting, including administrators, support staff, and students entering the field. **3\. Will I actually practice real scenarios\, or is this mostly lecture\-based?** You'll work through role-play, case studies, and simulation throughout the day, not passive listening. **4\. What if I struggle with speaking up during handovers or escalations?** Module 2 is built exactly for this, covering structured communication using SBAR to close common communication gaps. **5\. Does the workshop help with managing conflict\, not just clinical decisions?** Yes, Module 6 addresses workplace challenges directly, including conflict, stress, and burnout, alongside Module 3's focus on team dynamics. **6\. Is this relevant if I'm not in a leadership role yet\, but want to be?** Yes, it's designed to help anyone transitioning into leadership roles build the foundational skills needed for that step. **7\. Does the course cover patient safety\, or just team leadership?** Yes, Module 5 covers the direct link between leadership and patient safety outcomes, including quality practices and reporting culture. **8\. What if clinical governance and decision\-making frameworks feel unfamiliar to me?** Module 4 walks you through safe decision frameworks and governance basics using a real case study. **9\. Can this workshop be customized for our hospital or department specifically?** Yes, group sessions can be tailored to your organization and delivered on-site or virtually, with group pricing available. **10\. What do I actually walk away with at the end of the day?** A practical framework across all seven leadership areas, real practice through role-play and simulation, and a personal leadership growth plan, plus a Course Completion Certificate. **11\. What is the refund policy?** You are eligible to request a refund up to 7 days before the event.

From Melbourne Design Thinking Meetup

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From Melbourne Boardgames group (party and strategy games)

63 attendees

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