The SME sector plays a vital role in the Australian economy, representing an estimated 98% of actively trading businesses.

The B2B Expo is organised by the Australian Business Forum, a business platform that facilitates the growing and networking of small and medium-sized enterprises across various industry sectors. The expo will be presented by OFFICEWORKS and supported by the Victorian & NSW Governments, Industry Associations and Chambers of Commerce.

B2B EXPO 2018 will host a number of premium networking functions including B2B Business Matters Seminars Series, Meet-the-Experts Roundtables, a Pitch Room and competition for Start-Ups. Over 60 speakers discuss topics such as digital disruption, e-commerce, small business, marketing, social media, trends and solutions.

The B2B Expo 2018’s Business Matters Seminar Series will focus on trending topics and issues affecting SMEs in Australia, including growth opportunities for SMEs and how SMEs can harness success in the digital economy and the challenging global market. The series address key SMEs challenges and aspirations: digital disruption, access to finance, government grants, marketing, growth and profitability strategies, exporting and more.

2018 feature zones will include:

E-Commerce and IT Matters: focusing on the importance of E-Commerce platforms for Small Business, exhibitors from industries such as Payment Platforms and CRM Systems, sales and marketing and cross border.

Business Services: focusing on all industries which support business growth, with representatives from industries such as Accounting, Legal & Consulting, and Human Resources & Professional Services.

Business Opportunities: focusing on business opportunities available to Small and Medium Enterprises in Australia, with representatives from Franchisors, Licensors & Distributors, business brokers, superannuation and investments.

Financial Services including banking and financial services institutions, fintech showcase their support services and products.

B2B Pitch Room is a new platform for start-ups looking to raise interest and take their new business to the next stage. Pitchers will have the floor to spruik their business ideas to a panel of experts. Prizes include services that will assist in growing small businesses.

Entry to seminars is free by registering online. More information can be found at the B2BExpo website.