Digital Solutions Program
In today’s rapidly evolving digital landscape, it is crucial for businesses of all size to adapt to stay competitive. The Digital Solutions Program is designed to equip you with the skills and knowledge necessary to take advantage of digital tools to enhance your business performance.
About the program
What is digital solutions
Digital Solutions is a program subsidised by the Federal Government through the Australian Small Business Advisory Service. Its purpose is to help small businesses adapt and flourish through the adoption of digital business tools that can improve productivity, effectiveness, and aid business growth. Regional Business HQ is proud to be the provider of Digital Solutions in Queensland under Business Foundations.
is your business eligible for the program?
To be eligible for assistance through the Digital Solutions program, your small business must meet a few basic criteria.
- You will need an ABN which is active and registered
- You must have fewer than 20 full-time equivalent employees
- Your business must be based in Queensland, Western Australia or the Northern Territory
- Your business cannot be a registered charity or a not-for-profit
what is offered through Digital Solutions?
The Digital Solutions program provides training and mentoring in five key areas that are vital to business.
- Introduction to digitising your business
- Using small business software
- Online security and data privacy
- Websites and selling online
- Social media and digital marketing
How to get started
The Digital Solutions program consists of two streams, workshops and a one-to-one mentoring program. Eligible businesses can get assistance through both streams.
1:1 Mentoring Program
Receive up to 4 hours of individual mentoring for just $110 inc. GST. After signing up, you will have an initial appointment with a Digital Advisor who will ascertain your most pressing needs and create your Digital Action Plan. The remaining time will be spent with specialist Digital Experts advising you in the key areas you most need help with. See below to find out more about the Digital Experts available in the program.
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workshops
There are FREE workshops online and at various locations around Queensland on various topics related to digital business tools. Eligible businesses can register for as many of these workshops as they wish.
A full list of upcoming workshops is at the bottom of this page.
Digital Advisors
The Digital Solutions program offers 1:1 mentoring with Digital Advisors with a diverse range of skillsets and backgrounds.
BROOKE FOSSEY
With over 20 years of experience in business planning, marketing, and tendering, Brooke is the CEO of Regional Business HQ. Brooke has a strong background in business development, communication, and engagement across government and private sectors.
Brooke’s specialty skills are:
- Business Strategy
- Digital Systems Integration
- Digital Marketing
- Small Business Solutions
- Cyber Security
- Artificial Intellegience
DAVID WISE
David, Regional Business HQ’s Business Advisor, has extensive experience in communications, events, and training. With 11 years of business ownership, he has worked across industries such as professional services, media, retail, agribusiness, hospitality, tourism, and banking.
David’s specialty skills are:
- Marketing Strategy
- Digital Marketing
- Content Creation
- SEO
GEORGIA BURGESS
Georgia, Regional Business HQ’s Operations Manager, is a skilled HR professional with expertise in organisational development, change management, business transformation, process design, employee engagement, leadership development, coaching, and recruitment.
Georgia’s specialty skills are:
- Organisational Development
- Learning Management Systems
- Project Management Systems
NICKY JURD
Nicky is a seasoned expert in websites, apps, SEO, SEM, social media, and online security. Nicky specialises in building profitable websites for small to medium-sized businesses.
Nicky’s specialty skills are:
- Website Management
- Online Presence
- Content Creation
- eCommerce.
- App Development
- Design using Canva
DANIELLE TAYLOR
With over 25 years of marketing experience, Danielle thrives on all things marketing for businesses and community groups across Queensland.
Danielle’s specialty skills are:
- Marketing Strategy
- Digital Marketing
- Website Management
- Design using Canva
- Email Marketing
- Content Creation
LIAM FAHEY
Liam Fahey, an entrepreneur, creative director, photographer, and social marketer, excels in crafting online campaigns that elevate businesses from local to global markets through strategic web design and social media.
Liam’s specialty skills are:
- Digital Marketing
- Content Creation
- Design
- Cyber Security
Still not sure where to start?
This might help! Complete a free online Digital Assessment to get an overview of where your business is on its digital journey. Based in on your score you will receive recommendations for the next steps you can take to improve your digital knowledge and boost the digital capabilities across your business.
Upcoming Events
Eligible small businesses are welcome to make full use of the workshop program by registering for any relevant learning opportunities.
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