Environmental Scientist

Michelle Rhodes speaking at the AELC Entrepreneurs Club

Leadership and management within an environmental science company - Michelle, Director of 360 Environmental Pty Ltd is the Project Environmental Manager for the Perth Seawater Desalination Plant, the largest desalination plant in the Southern hemisphere. Michelle also runs Peak Environmental, a bulk water supply business and is the President of the Environmental Consultants Association.

The Venture Capital Industry, Silicon Valley and Entrepreneurs

Larry Lopez speaking at the AELC Entrepreneurs Club

Larry provided an overview of the Venture Capital industry, talked about market data and the implications (mid 2008), and how entrepreneurs fit into the ecosystem

An Entrepreneurial Woman Boss in the Trucking Industry

Heather Jones speaking at the AELC Entrepreneurs Club

Heather tells her inspiring story of the trials and challenges of being a woman in a man's industry and how she overcame all sorts of difficulties and prejudices to set up Success Transport.

Building Relationships

Tracey Hodgkins speaking at the AELC Entrepreneurs Club

From small town girl to multi-award winning entrepreneur, Tracey Hodgkins has led a fascinating and creative life. She embodies the dynamic, inventive and generous spirit that so often captures truly successful entrepreneurs.

Tracey shares some of her life story then goes on to talk about developing and managing mutually beneficial relationships. Her philosophy is that giving is the best way to receive; and by doing so freely with no expectations, in return, you guarantee success in all its forms. Tracey’s networks are formidable, are worldwide and have enabled her to develop high growth, profitable social and business enterprises in multiple disciplines.

Growing and managing a multi-million dollar business

Alan Nelson speaking at the AELC Entrepreneurs Club

Alan tells how he and four other partners grew South Spur Rail Services from start-up with no capital to $65 million in 7 years.

Success as an entrepreneur on the inside - INTRAPRENEURSHIP

Dr Penny Flett speaking at the Entrepreneurs Club

Penny Flett tells her fascinating inside story of changing aged care culture and institutional procedures.

Taking Your Business Global

Alicia Castillo speaking at the Entrepreneurs Club

Things you need to know about setting up a competitive global business, including dealing with paradigms, barriers to entry, crossing cultures, implementation and healthy collaboration with competitors.

Building A Killer Investment Opportunity

Deryck Graham speaking at the Entrepreneurs Club

Journey into the world of the entrepreneur. Deryck uses his extensive experience, including the development of the "Eagle" aircraft to illustrate the processes, rights, wrongs and pitfalls of the entreprenurial process.

Maximising Website Returns

Ross Gerring speaking at the Entrepreneurs Club

The process of planning and designing a website, choosing and liasing with a website developer, budgets, technologies and more. Lots of valuable information for anyone facing the prospect of having to put a business website online that will work and be within budget.