Ladies behind the tradies - Laugh, Learn and Connect
Laugh, learn & connect over a cuppa. Share stories, swap tips & leave inspired, recharged & reminded you’re not doing this alone.
✨ Ladies Behind the Tradies: Laugh, Learn & Connect ✨Hosted by Building Connections – with your facilitator Colleen Sinclair, aka The Business GP
💬 Who’s this event for?
✔️ Women who’ve stepped away from their own careers to support their partner’s trade business
✔️ The powerhouse ladies working behind the scenes in the building and construction industry
✔️ Freelancers and service providers (bookkeepers, marketers, VA’s and more) supporting trade and building businesses
If you’re the one juggling BAS statements between school pickups, solving business problems on the fly, or holding the emotional load of running a household and a business — this space is for you.
☕ What to expect
Each month, we’ll focus on a practical activity to help lighten the mental load — from creating boundaries with a default diary, to finding better ways to prioritise YOU.
Come along for:✅ Genuine conversations✅ Practical takeaways✅ Fresh perspectives✅ A cuppa (or two!) and some well-earned connection
📍 Location: La Bocca Trattoria
🕓 Time: 12.30pm - 2pm
💲 Food & drinks available at venue prices
🎟 Members – Don’t forget to use your promo code from onboarding!
About your facilitator - Colleen Sinclair is the founder of Building Connections, a thriving community supporting small business owners in the building industry — especially the women holding it all together behind the scenes. Known as The Business GP (Grow Potential, Greater Perspective), Colleen brings 35+ years of experience in leadership, business growth, and is a certified coach and ecredited Edisc practitioner. Her events are real, relatable, and full of heart.
Let’s laugh, learn and connect — because you don’t have to do this alone.💛 Follow us on Instagram & join our Facebook Group for updates, resources and more connection.
Building Connections Event Guidelines
1. Purpose of the Event
Building Connections events provide an informal and collaborative space to learn from industry experts and peers. Discussions are intended to offer general guidance only and should not be considered professional or legal advice. If you require specific advice, please let us know—we may be able to facilitate an introduction to a suitable professional.
2. Consent to Photography, Video, and Audio Recording
By attending this event, you acknowledge and provide your informed consent for:
- Photography, videography, and audio recording.
- Interviews or testimonials related to your experience at the event.
You understand that Masta Building Connections may use these materials for promotional, educational, or commercial purposes at its discretion, including but not limited to social media, websites, and marketing materials. If you do not wish to be recorded or photographed, please inform a team member upon arrival.
3. Contact Information and Networking Etiquette
As part of Building Connections, we encourage ongoing networking and collaboration. By providing your email address, you agree to:
- Have your name, business, and email shared with fellow attendees to facilitate professional connections.
- Use the provided contact details respectfully and not engage in spam, unsolicited marketing, or excessive outreach.
If you receive unwanted contact, please notify our team immediately.
4. Code of Conduct
To ensure a welcoming and productive environment for all attendees, we ask that you:
- Engage respectfully with all participants.
- Foster a positive and inclusive atmosphere.
- Refrain from aggressive sales pitches or disruptive behavior.
Failure to adhere to these guidelines may result in removal from the event and exclusion from future Building Connections events.
5. Disclaimer
Masta Building Connections and its representatives are not responsible for any business or professional decisions made based on discussions at the event. Attendees participate at their own discretion and assume full responsibility for any actions taken as a result of networking or shared insights.
By attending, you confirm that you have read and understood these guidelines.
Laugh, learn & connect over a cuppa. Share stories, swap tips & leave inspired, recharged & reminded you’re not doing this alone.
✨ Ladies Behind the Tradies: Laugh, Learn & Connect ✨Hosted by Building Connections – with your facilitator Colleen Sinclair, aka The Business GP
💬 Who’s this event for?
✔️ Women who’ve stepped away from their own careers to support their partner’s trade business
✔️ The powerhouse ladies working behind the scenes in the building and construction industry
✔️ Freelancers and service providers (bookkeepers, marketers, VA’s and more) supporting trade and building businesses
If you’re the one juggling BAS statements between school pickups, solving business problems on the fly, or holding the emotional load of running a household and a business — this space is for you.
☕ What to expect
Each month, we’ll focus on a practical activity to help lighten the mental load — from creating boundaries with a default diary, to finding better ways to prioritise YOU.
Come along for:✅ Genuine conversations✅ Practical takeaways✅ Fresh perspectives✅ A cuppa (or two!) and some well-earned connection
📍 Location: La Bocca Trattoria
🕓 Time: 12.30pm - 2pm
💲 Food & drinks available at venue prices
🎟 Members – Don’t forget to use your promo code from onboarding!
About your facilitator - Colleen Sinclair is the founder of Building Connections, a thriving community supporting small business owners in the building industry — especially the women holding it all together behind the scenes. Known as The Business GP (Grow Potential, Greater Perspective), Colleen brings 35+ years of experience in leadership, business growth, and is a certified coach and ecredited Edisc practitioner. Her events are real, relatable, and full of heart.
Let’s laugh, learn and connect — because you don’t have to do this alone.💛 Follow us on Instagram & join our Facebook Group for updates, resources and more connection.
Building Connections Event Guidelines
1. Purpose of the Event
Building Connections events provide an informal and collaborative space to learn from industry experts and peers. Discussions are intended to offer general guidance only and should not be considered professional or legal advice. If you require specific advice, please let us know—we may be able to facilitate an introduction to a suitable professional.
2. Consent to Photography, Video, and Audio Recording
By attending this event, you acknowledge and provide your informed consent for:
- Photography, videography, and audio recording.
- Interviews or testimonials related to your experience at the event.
You understand that Masta Building Connections may use these materials for promotional, educational, or commercial purposes at its discretion, including but not limited to social media, websites, and marketing materials. If you do not wish to be recorded or photographed, please inform a team member upon arrival.
3. Contact Information and Networking Etiquette
As part of Building Connections, we encourage ongoing networking and collaboration. By providing your email address, you agree to:
- Have your name, business, and email shared with fellow attendees to facilitate professional connections.
- Use the provided contact details respectfully and not engage in spam, unsolicited marketing, or excessive outreach.
If you receive unwanted contact, please notify our team immediately.
4. Code of Conduct
To ensure a welcoming and productive environment for all attendees, we ask that you:
- Engage respectfully with all participants.
- Foster a positive and inclusive atmosphere.
- Refrain from aggressive sales pitches or disruptive behavior.
Failure to adhere to these guidelines may result in removal from the event and exclusion from future Building Connections events.
5. Disclaimer
Masta Building Connections and its representatives are not responsible for any business or professional decisions made based on discussions at the event. Attendees participate at their own discretion and assume full responsibility for any actions taken as a result of networking or shared insights.
By attending, you confirm that you have read and understood these guidelines.
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Highlights
- 1 hour 30 minutes
- In person
Refund Policy
Location
La Bocca Trattoria
121 Main Street
Croydon, VIC 3136
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