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Geelong Business IGNITE Program (Expressions of Interest)

Practical training. Local businesses. Greater capability.

Expressions of Interest are now open for the Geelong Business IGNITE Program, a fully subsidised by the City of Greater Geelong, seven-month business capability program for Geelong-based and operated businesses.

Across three live workshops, three virtual sessions, personalised 1:1 business coaching and ongoing online resources, you’ll work on the areas that drive real business growth, from strategy, marketing and sales to leadership, customer experience, AI and cyber security.

Places are limited. Expressions of Interest close COB Monday 5 October 2026.

  • 5 October 2026
  • 5:00 pm AEST
  • Free
  • Delivered
  • Hybrid: Geelong CBD and Online

Delivered 5 October 2026 with City of Greater Geelong

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What You'll Discover

  • 3 x live, in-person group training sessions
  • 3 x virtual group training sessions
  • 1 x 1:1 business coaching session
  • Strengthen financial literacy and sales systems
  • Elevate your customer service journey
  • Digital, AI and cyber security readiness
  • Ongoing online resources

meet your trainer

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Despina Karatzias

Founder, Institute of Excellence | Business and Tourism Capability Specialist

Despina is a certified trainer and business coach delivering practical training programs that turn strategy into real capability for business owners and industry leaders. Her expertise spans sales, marketing, operations, accreditation frameworks, and digital and AI readiness across small business and the visitor economy. Her belief is simple for herself and everyone she serves and supports: be better today than you were yesterday.