DDSW - Future Business forum

Hear from dynamic business leaders who are harnessing emerging tech to accelerate innovation, streamline operations, and fuel growth.

Hear from a range of business owners about their experiences leveraging emerging technologies to drive innovation, enhance efficiency, and unlock new opportunities for growth.

Key insights will include:

• Digital transformation strategies and leadership

• Leveraging Artificial Intelligence

• The power of data and analytics

• Government initiatives and business support

Hosted by State Developments’ Darling Downs South West Regional Economic Development team, we are bringing together a range of speakers who will share real life examples of how they navigated business growth in a tech-driven world.

• Kathryn Giudes, Founder and Managing Director of ORCA Opti Software
• Chris Mills, Founder of Strategenics
• Jaden Frame, Managing Director of STATIM
• Kym Ebensestelli, Owner of DMS Creative

Come along enjoy the opportunity to make new industry connections through networking after the event.

Event Details

Date: Wednesday 18 March 2026

Time: 7.00am - 9.30am
Registrations and breakfast from 7.00am

Commencement of event at 7.30am

Venue: Art Gallery - B Block
University of Southern Queensland
487-535 West Street
Darling Heights

Cost: $35.00 (GST inclusive)

Inclusions: light breakfast, tea/coffee.

Registrations: 13 March 2026

More information:

Contact: Katie Prenzler, Department of State Development Infrastructure and Planning
e: katie.prenzler@dsdip.qld.gov.au or 0429 488 405

Please note you may be photographed or filmed while attending this Department of State Development, Infrastructure and Planning event. By registering for this event, you are consenting to photos or videos of you being taken.

Pre-payment is required and a tax invoice will be issued as confirmation of booking and payment. DSDIP collects registration information, including personal details, related to attendance at business seminars run by the department. The information will not be disclosed to any third parties, unless authorised or required by law. Workshops may be cancelled if registration levels are not met. You will be notified of alternative event options.