Events and opportunities
Designed to support our vision of a prosperous, vibrant and sustainable Indigenous business sector, there are events across the country throughout the year. These include training initiatives, networking events, and our annual flagship event, Connect.
Some events are open to the general public, and others are only open to the Supply Nation community of members and businesses listed on Indigenous Business Direct.
Events
ARA Leaders Forum 25
The ARA Leaders Forum 25 will unite Australian retail executives, offering networking and insights from leaders in the retail sector and industry experts.
Black Coffee
Black Coffee is a grassroots Indigenous business networking gathering held in regions around Australia each month. Originating in Queensland but now across Australia, the goal of the Black Coffee movement is to provide a platform to connect micro and small business owners around Australia.
GovProcure Summit 2025
GovProcure2025 will bring together procurement leaders to discuss implementing and executing the practices needed to achieve results. The event will focus on practical approaches to improving procurement outcomes, addressing staffing challenges, building commercial capabilities, enhancing supplier relationships, meeting sustainability goals, and more.
FMA – Social Procurement in Facilities Management webinar
The online Trans-Tasman Facilities Management Alliance (TTFMA) Webinar on Social Procurement will focus on the topic of Social Procurement to unlock opportunities that drive positive social, environmental, and economic outcomes. This session will include two speakers from Australia and New Zealand, who will share their experiences from their journey towards implementing best practice social […]
Supply Nation and Commbank Indigenous Business Education Series
CommBank and Supply Nation are committed to supporting the growth of a thriving Indigenous business sector. Our Indigenous Business Education Series has been designed to provide business development support and networking opportunities In collaboration with Kinaway, Indigenous Chamber of Commerce, our March session on marketing and brand will include expert advice from CommBank and EY […]
Supply Nation Indigenous Business Trade Fair Dubbo
Supply Nation is proud to host the Indigenous Business Trade Fair in Thubbo (Dubbo), the lands of Tubba-Gah People of the Wiradjuri Nation. Join us as we bring together Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander businesses alongside motivated government and corporate buyers.
Sydney Build Expo 2025
Australia's construction and design show features: 25,000+ attendees, 550+ speakers across 15 stages, 600+ exhibitors, networking parties, Government Hub, Architect's Hub, live music, entertainment, and more.
Empowering Local Manufacturing Forum
Empowering Local Manufacturing Forum, a unique opportunity for local manufacturers to connect with industry experts, government representatives, and education providers. Discuss real-world challenges and discover practical support across key areas such as skills, supply chains, technology, and more.
Black Coffee Co Hosted with Baan Group
Black Coffee is a grassroots Indigenous business networking gathering held in regions around Australia each month. Originating in Queensland but now across Australia, the goal of the Black Coffee movement is to provide a platform to connect micro and small business owners around Australia. Indigenous business owners and professionals, along with their supporters, get together […]