Future Ready Growers – A Regional Small Business Masterclass

Join us for a GIQ Member Only Benefit learning experience for nursery owners and managers who want to work smarter and lift their business performance.  

Hosted at Fernland and facilitated by Nick Hutchinson, this unique event combines a behind-the-scenes tour with a fast-paced, practical masterclass series. You’ll hear directly from industry leaders and private sector experts tackling the real challenges facing greenlife businesses right now — with strategies you can put to work immediately.

Event Details

Date: Friday, 15 May
Workshops: 9:00am – 11:30pm
Facility Tour: 11.45am – 12.15pm
Lunch: 12:15pm – 2:00pm (Pizza Truck & drinks)
Location: Fernland, Yandina

Take on the future with confidence

Through a series of engaging, practical sessions co-delivered by greenlife leaders and industry experts, you’ll walk away with fresh ideas and clear actions to strengthen your business:

Work Smarter with AI
Uncover simple automation tools anyone can use to boost productivity and free up time

Build a High-Performing Team
Do recruitment differently to find and keep the people your business needs

Break into Government Work
Learn how to position your nursery to win your first contract

You’ll leave with more confidence, new ideas and a clear Future Ready action plan to guide your next steps.

Stay for Lunch

Stick around after the sessions for woodfired pizza and a drink with fellow growers — a great chance to connect, share ideas and build relationships.

Tickets

Free for Thrive members (ongoing benefit)
Free for Nurture members (until 30 June 2026)
$50 for Seed members
$25 for Seed members under 30

Places are limited — secure your spot early.

Proudly supported by the Queensland Government as part of Queensland Small Business Month.