QLD Events
Upcoming events in Queensland
Mark your diary now for these events coming up around Australia & New Zealand.
- 11 November - Economic Trends of 2008 presentation (Auckland)
- 12 November - CPO Agenda Masterclass - Fixing the links in the Supply Chain (Melbourne)
- 19 November - Influencing Key Stakeholders Lunch (Brisbane) SOLD OUT!
- 27 November – VIC Xmas function (Melbourne)
- 28 November - NSW end of year gala (Sydney)
- 28 November - ACT Region end of year dinner and drinks (Canberra)
Influencing Key Stakeholders - Brisbane Lunch November 19 - SOLD OUT!
The Queensland Regional Committee welcomes you to the last event for the year, presenting two high quality speakers in Peter Mifsud from BMA (BHP-Mitsubishi Alliance) and Rene Kling from Supply Chain Management Education Australia (SCMEA).
Topic for the lunch time event is Influencing Key Stakeholders, a topic very much in the wind as witnessed by the many presentations touching on the topic at the Annual CIPSA conference in Melbourne.
Peter and Rene will share their knowledge and experiences with the audience, and there will also be time for Q&As and opportunities for networking with fellow procurement professionals.
1st Speaker. Peter Mifsud, Supply Manager BMA
- Positioning of the function/profession at the right level to gain support within the organisation.
- All influencing should be based on the delivery of value proposition
2nd Speaker. Rene Kling MCIPS, General Manager, Supply Chain Management Education Australia will focus on influencing key stakeholders which is dependent on:
- Collecting and Analysing the right information; and
- Knowing how to present that information in the most positive influential way.
Download the full invite here.
When: Wednesday 19 November, 2008
Where: Hudsons. Level 17 Central Plaza Two, 66 Eagle Street, Brisbane
Time: 12pm - 2:00pm
12pm – 12.30pm Luncheon
12.30pm – 1.10pm Peter Mifsud including 10 minutes for questions
1.10pm – 1.40pm Rene Kling including questions
1.40pm – 2pm Networking opportunity
Cost: CIPSA & SCLAA members $25, Non-members $35 (includes GST).
Numbers are limited to only 50 spots. Get in quick.
RSVP: There are no more spots available at this event
SCLAA EVENT - Secrets of Success Global Cafe - 12 November
The Supply Chain and Logistics Association of Australia (SCLAA) would like to invite you to attend our inaugural global cafe where you will have the opportunity to spend time with each of our speakers asking them questions about their secrets to success.
Gain insight, tips and techniques into each of these speakers successes and when the bell rings you move on to the next one! Start thinking about your
questions now and get ready for an informative morning event!
See the full invite attached here.
When: Wednesday 12 November
Where: Ballroom AB, Level 5, Hilton Hotel Brisbane (190 Elizabeth St)
Time: 7.00am arrival for a 7.30am start
Cost: CIPSA/SCLAA Members $75 inc GST, Non-Members $90 inc GST
RSVP: Please use the booking form attached (see page 2) or email officelogistics@sclaa.com.au (CIPSA not taking bookings)
2 July Breakfast
Thank you to all who attended the "Minimising Global Procurement Costs/Maximising Local Procurement Opportunities" breakfast in Brisbane on 2 July. This was the biggest ever event in the QLD region, so well done for showing your support.
Breakfast Provides Food For Thought
CIPSA Queensland were delighted that 70 people attended its breakfast event at the Sebel Citigate on 2 July. CIPS was fortunate to attract two presenters with extensive knowledge and experience in industry assistance and supplier sourcing programs.
The event showcased strategies in minimizing global procurement costs and maximizing local procurement opportunities.
David Martin, Assistant State Manager for the Queensland State Office, outlined opportunities where the Australian Government’s business delivery division AusIndustry, is able to assist in minimizing business inputs. He provided valuable information to companies in relation to R&D tax concessions; the EPBS scheme which provides tariff duty concessions on eligible goods for significant projects and the Tradex scheme which provides companies with relief from Customs duty and GST on imported goods intended for re-export within 12 months and the new Clean Business Australia program.
In conjunction, Ben Matthews, Chief Engineer and Industrial Projects Manager with the Industry Capability Network Queensland (ICN) gave, for many present, their first real insight into the valuable service provided to government and the private sector by ICN.
Ben introduced guests to a network of suppliers in the Queensland region capable of supporting their businesses, as well as nationally through the ICN network. Hopefully, those in attendance are not only more aware of ICN’s services but appreciate the importance of making every effort to source locally based suppliers.
These presentations generated a forum for questions and answers. In fielding questions, some excellent examples of sourcing of local industry capability were provided.
The event also served as an opportunity for CIPS Australia to present an award to Griffith University in recognition of their Bachelor of Business (Logistics and Supply Chain Management) being granted MCIPS status. Graduates of this qualification who can evidence three years relevant work experience will be eligible to apply for MCIPS. The award was presented to Dr Louis Sanzogni, Head of the Department of Management, and Ron Fisher, a lecturer in the discipline. The first graduates of this course are expected in 2009.
With thanks to our sponsors. AusIndustry and ICN Queensland.
21 May - Gladstone Event @ CQU
Thank you to all who attended the very successful Gladstone event on 21 May. We would again like to thank our sponsors Rio Tinto Procurement and CQU.
SCLAA Events
SCLAA members and CIPSA members, will now receive member discounts at each associations events. Please see the attached list of SCLAA events for 2008.
