CBCC Business After Five (BA5) Water Wise Event

The Canterbury Bankstown Chamber of Commerce is about promoting local business leadership. It is also about connecting people, education, networking and building friendships.The Chamber aims to facilitate strong communication and highlight to the broader community the strengths of the businesses in the region.CBCC simply seeks to maximize local business exposure and work closely with Council, State and Federal representatives, with key partners and stakeholders providing a greater platform to continue building and promoting local businesses, initiating greater success for businesses, leading to a prosperous community.In summary, our strength is that the Canterbury Bankstown region is the centre of culture, diversity and together we are unstoppable, we need to focus on our goal which is to maximize local business exposure and proclaim our region as the destination for business."Together we are building a vibrant and flourishing community through business leadership"

Canterbury Bankstown Chamber of Commerce- CBCC

Dedicated to water sustainability and conservation practices. This event connects local businesses with Sydney Water and industry leaders

Canterbury League Club

Join us for an engaging evening dedicated to promoting water sustainability and conservation practices. This event is designed to connect local businesses with Sydney Water and industry leaders to inspire practical, actionable solutions for a sustainable future. <h3>Event Highlights:</h3>Theme: Driving a Sustainable Water FutureFocus Areas: Water Education and ConservationPanel Discussion: Featuring insights from industry leaders and business partners including:<ul><li>Canterbury League Club (sustainability initiatives)</li><li>Zip Water</li><li>Watertight Group</li><li>Sydney Water</li><li>Western Sydney University</li></ul> <h3>What to Expect:</h3><ol><li>Practical insights on water sustainability practices.</li><li>The benefits of water conservation and sustainability for SMEs and larger businesses.</li><li>Opportunities to connect and network with like-minded individuals and Sydney Water experts.</li></ol> <h3>Event Details:</h3><ul><li>Venue: Canterbury League Club</li><li>Date: Wednesday, 30 April 2025</li><li>Time: 6:00 PM – 8:30 PM</li><li>Drinks &amp; Light Refreshments: Provided</li></ul> <h3>Tickets:</h3><ul><li>Members: Free (GST Inclusive)</li><li>Non-Members: $10 (GST Inclusive)</li></ul> <h3>Thanks to Our Sponsors:</h3><ul><li>Sydney Water</li><li>Paynter Dixon</li><li>Watertight Group</li><li>IFLEX</li></ul> <h4>Moderator</h4>Joanne Tonks - Co-owner and General Manager of Watertight GroupJoanne Tonks is a proud local business woman and the co-owner and General Manager of Watertight Group. Watertight specialises in facilities maintenance plumbing, roofing and civil maintenance for clients in corporate, education, health, government, defence and commercial sectors as a trusted delivery partner across NSW, ACT and QLD. Joanne is a Chartered Accountant with experience in Accounting, Construction and Property. Joanne has worked in Australia, UK and Asia in senior corporate roles across the public and private sector including Grant Thornton, The Walt Disney Company, Australian Turf Club, Deloitte, NRL, Venues NSW. Joanne was a co-founder of Georges River Light the Night for the Leukaemia Foundation raising $100,000 over 4 years. In 2020 Joanne won a mentoring scholarship for the Prime Ministers Office for Women. Being a mum of 3 girls, Joanne wants to encourage girls to challenge themselves to be brave and take opportunities. Panel SpeakersAndre Boerema - Program Manager at Sydney WaterAndre Boerema is an award-winning expert in water efficiency, recognised for his innovative approach and impactful solutions. He has designed, developed, and led some of the world’s largest and most successful water efficiency programs, addressing a wide range of water use needs across residential, business, and industrial sectors.Andre played in integral role in the development of Sydney Water’s WaterFix program which fixes leaks and installs water efficient devices into customer’s homes. In the past 5 years alone, customers have saved over 800 million litres of water.In his current role, Andre is focused on developing and testing new water efficiency options. He evaluates their effectiveness while balancing cost considerations with customer and market demands, ensuring both sustainability and practical implementation. Mike Abbott - Managing Director, Zip Water ANZ &amp; ExportMike Abbott is a passionate and experienced business leader currently serving as the Managing Director of Zip Water ANZ &amp; Export. With extensive experience in the FMCG, Consumer Goods, and Consumer Health sectors, Mike has held significant leadership roles in organizations including Kimberly Clark, Sanofi Consumer Healthcare, Procter &amp; Gamble, and Gillette, across Australia, APAC, and the UK.Mike is dedicated to driving purpose and impact within his organization, Zip Water. Under his leadership, Zip Water is on a mission to transform the way the world interacts with water. The company's focus is on improving lives through hydration while also making a positive impact on the environment by reducing single-use plastic water bottles.With a strong commitment to both people and business, Mike’s leadership aims to inspire innovation and sustainability, shaping Zip Water’s vision for a healthier, more eco-conscious future.Mike is the Managing Director of Zip Water ANZ &amp; Export and is a passionate people and business leader with extensive experience in FMCG, Consumer Goods and Consumer Health in Australia, APAC and UK in Kimberly Clark, Sanofi Consumer Healthcare, Procter &amp; Gamble and Gillette.Mike leads a purpose driven organisation Zip Water which aims to transform water, to improve lives through hydration and protect the planet for all via reducing single use plastic water bottles. Roger Attwater - Director, Environmental Sustainability at Western Sydney UniversityBiography to be announced. Greg Pickering - Position to be Announced.Biography to be announced. Don’t miss this opportunity to explore practical strategies for driving water sustainability in your business and to network with industry leaders. For more details, visit <a href="http://www.cbchamber.org.au" title="http://www.cbchamber.org.au" target="_blank" data-msys-clicktrack="0" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer">www.cbchamber.org.au</a> or contact us at: 📞 0416 012 747 📧 <a href="" title="" target="_blank" data-msys-clicktrack="0" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer">ceo@cbchamber.org.au</a>

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