In amongst the myriad of social media platforms vying for our attention, TikTok has emerged as a rapidly growing hub for creative expression and brand promotion. With more than one billion active users worldwide, TikTok’s rise has revolutionised the way brands interact with customers, particularly among the younger demographic.

In this workshop, you will learn how to use TikTok as part of your marketing strategy to increase brand visibility and create meaningful connections with your customers. You will also gain an in-depth understanding of TikTok’s features, how to use short form video content as part of your marketing strategy and how to identify content creation opportunities to amplify your reach.

For this workshop you will need to:
• Bring your mobile phone with the TikTok app installed.
• Sign up for a TikTok account.

Main Topics Covered
• Understanding TikTok’s features, tools and algorithms.
• Effective content creation techniques and strategies.
• Trending challenges and methods to incorporate them into your marketing.
• Developing a plan to leverage TikTok as a powerful platform to grow and promote your small business successfully.

Who it’s for
This workshop is ideal for business owners looking to build their brand on TikTok.

This workshop is kindly being hosted by ‘Building Friendships’, a local organisation delivering social and community support for people living with a disability

The Bickley Harvest Festival is raising a glass to its 25th anniversary and you are invited to attend this exclusive VIP event at one of our most beloved venues, Core Cider House.

Tickets include Drinks and Canapes and there will be some fabulous prizes kindly donated by some of our regions finest producers.

The 25th anniversary is the perfect time to showcase the region’s emergence into a new era with a mix of innovative, young producers and new techniques, alongside family owned, generational producers and honoured traditions, on some of Western Australia’s most fertile land. The Festival is a celebration of all of those things and as the largest event of its kind in our region, we look forward to celebrating this exciting milestone with you on opening night.

Declutter and refine your designs using fundamental design principles and clever Canva techniques.

Many small business owners are using Canva for their marketing content but have trouble making it look good or be consistent.  This session aims to help people make their designs feel cleaner & less cluttered, with clear messaging and an easy to understand hierarchy of information.

In addition to this session, you can bring along your laptop and we will help you create designs you can use for social media, facebook posts & insta tiles. If you have a particular item you want designed, come along and we’ll help you tick that job off your list.

For this workshop you will need:

• Your laptop
• A Canva Account 
• A design job you want to complete

Main Topics Covered:

• Creating strong brand continuity – set up your brand kit in Canva
• Visual hierarchy – how to lead the eye and clearly communicate your message
• Best practices when using typography – enhance readability and visual impact
• Colours: print vs web, colour codes, colour theory and how to make beautiful colour palettes
• Creating harmonious layouts using alignment, space, balance and proportions 
• Canva tips and tricks to make your design pop!

Who it’s for
This workshop is ideal for business owners looking to manage some of their own design work and learn how to do it well

Your presenter: Samantha Sheppard 

Sam is a local marketing hero and the owner of White Mouse Designs, the creative force behind some of our most loved Perth Hills brands. As a Graphic Designer and with a decade-plus of design experience, Samantha blends her background in marketing with her passion for design, helping businesses flourish by creating standout visual identities. We are excited to have Sam as May’s Local Expert presenter.

Join the Kalamunda Chamber of Commerce for a night of networking as we provide members with an update on our Strategic Plan

Enjoy an evening of networking and connection with other local business owners.

Event Start: 6:00PM
Location: TBA
Date: Wednesday 22 May 2024

The Kalamunda Chamber of Commerce proudly presents the launch of the highly anticipated Outstanding Enterprise Awards 2024.

Join us for an exclusive event where we unveil the details of this prestigious recognition program and gain valuable insights directly from our esteemed panel of judges.

Discover how the Outstanding Enterprise Awards will celebrate and honor the exceptional achievements of businesses within our community. From small startups to established enterprises, this is your chance to learn about the categories, criteria, and submission process that will showcase the best of Kalamunda’s entrepreneurial spirit.

Our panel of experienced judges will be present to share their expertise and provide valuable tips on what they will be looking for in award-winning submissions. Hear firsthand from these industry leaders as they reveal the key elements of a standout entry and offer advice on how to make your business shine.

Whether you’re a potential nominee, a curious business owner, or simply passionate about supporting local enterprises, this event is a must-attend. Be inspired by the success stories, gain a competitive edge, and get all the information you need to maximize your chances of being recognized as an Outstanding Enterprise.

Mark your calendar to hear all about Kalamunda’s premier business event of the year.

Event Start: 6:00PM
Location: TBA
Date: Wednesday 26 June 2024