Enhancing Workplace Productivity through Health and Well-Being

Presented by the Southport Chamber of Commerce in partnership with the Department of Customer Services, Open Data and Small and Family Business.

As part of Queensland Small Business Month 2025 – Recharge. Renew. Rebuild.

Date: Friday 23 May 2025
Time: 6:30 AM arrival | 7:00 AM start | Concludes 9:00 AM
Venue: Southport Yacht Club – Compass Room
Cost: $80.00 per person (Members) | $100.00 per person (Non-members)
Inclusions: Plated breakfast, tea, coffee, and a selection of juices

Join us for this impactful Queensland Small Business Month 2025 event — Recharge. Renew. Rebuild. — where we explore how fostering healthier workplaces can drive engagement, improve performance, and boost productivity.

Queensland small and family businesses contribute more than $131 billion to the state’s economy and employ over one million locals. This event celebrates their vital role as part of the 495,000 small and family businesses that keep Queensland thriving.

Program Highlights:
6:30 AM – Registration and networking
7:00 AM – Welcome and opening address
7:05 AM – Department of Customer Services, Open Data and Small and Family Business. – Initiatives Snapshot
7:10 AM – Breakfast service
7:30 AM – Keynote Presentation:
  Kate Osborne, Director and Founder of KOKO Matrix
  "Unlocking Potential: Productivity through Wellness"
7:50 AM – Panel Discussion:
  Strategies for creating healthier workplaces
Stephen Woods – Wellness Program Coordinator
Mark McConville – Mental Health Advocate
Clare Marks – Small Business Payroll & HR Professional
Andrew Czabi – Director, AGC Protec Security
8:20 AM – Audience Q&A
8:35 AM – Raffle and closing remarks
9:00 AM – Event concludes

Special Guest:
The Hon. Steven Minnikin MP
Minister for Customer Services and Open Data
Minister for Small and Family Business

About Our Event Partners:
Department of Customer Services, Open Data and Small and Family Business.
The department supports Queensland’s workforce by connecting people to learning, employment, and small business opportunities. Through grants, support programs, and training initiatives, it helps small and family businesses start, grow, and employ.

KOKO Matrix
Founded by Kate Osborne, KOKO Matrix is committed to improving workplace performance through human-centered strategies. Kate is a seasoned business coach with over two decades of experience helping leaders and teams unlock their full potential.

Since 2001, she has partnered with industry leaders to build trust, enhance team dynamics, and align performance with purpose. Her focus on creating connected, healthy workplaces enables organizations to maximize time, prioritize well-being, and achieve lasting results.

Kate brings clarity, energy, and a results-driven approach to every engagement—helping individuals and teams thrive both personally and professionally.

Don't miss out on this exceptional opportunity to gain valuable insights and connect with fellow entrepreneurs. Reserve your tickets now for an inspiring morning of learning and networking