Launchpad: turning your small business idea into reality

Launchpad: turning your small business idea into reality

Community Learning Centre at the Tea Tree Gully LibraryModbury, SA
Wednesday, Apr 1, 2026 from 5:30 pm to 7:30 pm ACDT
Overview

Start smart. Build strong. Launch your dream business.

Have a great idea for a business but not sure where to start? This workshop will show you the steps to turn your idea into a real business. You will use a workbook to plan your business, learn the basics of money and marketing and set clear goals.

Includes

  • Workbook
  • 30-minutes Q&A

Expected outcomes

  • How to check if your idea will work
  • Learn how to make a simple business plan
  • Understand the basics of money, including costs and pricing
  • Develop a simple marketing plan
  • Get started by making an action plan
  • Use your workbook to plan your next steps

Suitable for

  • Adults aged 18+ and over. We are unable to accommodate children under the age of 18 years
  • Beginners - perfect for anyone who wants to turn their passion into a business
  • Great if you are new to the topic
  • Covers the basics in an easy, practical way
  • No previous experience needed

Workshop format

  • Workbook based - guided worksheets, templates and action planning activities
  • Bookings essential

About the facilitator

Kelly Hody has over 25 years of experience in sales and marketing. She started her own business as a marketing coach in 2017 and gives practical advice to small and community businesses.

Find out how Kelly supports the City of Tea Tree Gully Small Business Advisory Service program.

Start smart. Build strong. Launch your dream business.

Have a great idea for a business but not sure where to start? This workshop will show you the steps to turn your idea into a real business. You will use a workbook to plan your business, learn the basics of money and marketing and set clear goals.

Includes

  • Workbook
  • 30-minutes Q&A

Expected outcomes

  • How to check if your idea will work
  • Learn how to make a simple business plan
  • Understand the basics of money, including costs and pricing
  • Develop a simple marketing plan
  • Get started by making an action plan
  • Use your workbook to plan your next steps

Suitable for

  • Adults aged 18+ and over. We are unable to accommodate children under the age of 18 years
  • Beginners - perfect for anyone who wants to turn their passion into a business
  • Great if you are new to the topic
  • Covers the basics in an easy, practical way
  • No previous experience needed

Workshop format

  • Workbook based - guided worksheets, templates and action planning activities
  • Bookings essential

About the facilitator

Kelly Hody has over 25 years of experience in sales and marketing. She started her own business as a marketing coach in 2017 and gives practical advice to small and community businesses.

Find out how Kelly supports the City of Tea Tree Gully Small Business Advisory Service program.

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Highlights

  • 2 hours
  • ages 18+
  • In-person
  • Doors at 5:20 pm

Refund Policy

Refunds up to 3 days before the event

Location

Community Learning Centre at the Tea Tree Gully Library

571 Montague Road

Modbury, SA 5092

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