BSB INDEX
Explore BSB’s full list of initiatives and offerings.
Networking Functions
Member networking functions that allow senior executives to informally meet on a regular basis. Held bi-monthly (February, April, August, October and December).
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CEO LUNCH
Intimate gatherings with special guests and policy makers to discuss issues of importance to the precinct.
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Professional Development Sessions
Sessions that support the personal and professional growth of our members’ staff.
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Members have the opportunity to present
Members have the opportunity to present as experts in their field to our BSB community through our professional development sessions.
INFORMATION SESSIONS
BSB holds information sessions about important topics that affect the precinct, business and staff.
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SAFETY AND SECURITY SESSIONS
BSB hold’s annual personal safety information sessions for our members, presented by Queensland Police.
BSB also attends the safety and security meetings held by Queensland Police Service each month. These meetings are attended by approx. 30 security and operations managers from various organisations across the precinct.
Information session: Construction in precinct
Sessions on major construction in the precinct, such as Brisbane Metro, Cross River Rail, Queen’s Wharf Brisbane and The New Performing Arts Venue.
FORUMS FOR MARKETING MANAGERS
Each year, BSB brings together the Marketing & Communications Managers from the precinct to collaborate and connect.
NEW MEMBERS INTRODUCTION SCHEME
BSB created a scheme to show appreciation to members who provide valuable introductions to new potential members.
SHOWCASE
BSB’s largest event – a fast-paced ‘speed dating tradeshow’ aimed at showcasing members.
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SHOWCASE STALLHOLDER INFORMATION SESSIONS
Prior to Showcase, stallholders have the opportunity to network amongst each other at the Stallholder Information Session.
SHOWCASE SUBCOMMITTEE
Role is to oversee the strategic direction of the Showcase event.
Members are:
- Jano Kotzas, The Prop House Collective
- Shaun Mitchell, Brisbane Convention & Exhibition Centre
Leadership Breakfast
The Leadership Breakfast is BSB’s annual event that invites a panel of experts to discuss in depth a topic/question about leadership and share their leadership journey.
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Profits from Leadership Breakfast
In the past BSB has donated 25% of any profits made from the Leadership Breakfast, to our BSB member charities.
NETWORKING OPPORTUNITIES
BSB provides numerous and frequent networking opportunities at events, forums and meetings for members to engage with each other.
HEAR FROM GUEST SPEAKERS
Opportunity to hear from guest speakers. Past speakers include, Lord Mayor, Deputy Premier, Governor of Queensland, Deputy Mayor, and more.
Opportunity to host events
Members have the opportunity to host BSB events at their venues including CEO Boardroom Lunches, Executive Lunches, Networking Functions etc.
OPPORTUNITY TO SPONSOR EVENTS
Members have the opportunity to be sponsors of BSB events, such as CEO Boardroom Lunches, Executive Lunches, Showcase, Leadership Breakfast etc.
Social Media
BSB has various social media channels, which we use to ensure we keep our members informed on precinct news, events, about us and our members.
Engage with us on LinkedIn – Click here
Follow us on Instagram @business_south_bank
FACEBOOK PAGE
Follow us on Facebook – Click here
CLOSED FACEBOOK GROUP - MEMBERS
Join our closed Facebook Group for BSB members – Click here
WEBSITE - CENTRAL INFORMATION
Central hub for all our information.
Website – Click here
MEMBERS DIRECTORY & Members List
View all our current members and download a membership list – Click here
ANNUAL REPORTS
View our annual reports – Click here
Major construction in precinct
For a list of updates on the latest projects in the precinct – Click here
Board of Directors
BSB is governed by a Board of Directors elected at each Annual General Meeting.
To view BSB’s current Board – Click here
Major Events in Precinct
BSB keeps members informed of major events in the precinct and associated road closures and updates.
FORTNIGHTLY ENEWS
Enewsletter distributed to our members about important precinct updates, events, about our members and more.
Precinct Map
BSB’s precinct catchment was extended in light of the Brisbane 2032 announcement to increase its area of influence – Click here
Vision South Bank
BSB revisited its 20-Year Vision in light of the Brisbane 2023 Olympic and Paralympic Games announcement.
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Executive Lunches
BSB hosts Executive Lunches aimed at business owners.
Sustainability Agenda
Sustainability has long been part of a vision held by BSB for the improvement and benefit of the precinct. The ultimate objective is to be the exemplar sustainable precinct – a Green, Healthy and Inclusive Precinct.
Sustainability Pledge
BSB launched a new collaborative initiative The Sustainability Pledge, the first of its kind for a precinct in Queensland.
The Sustainability Pledge is a collective call to action by
BSB members to ‘pledge’ to consider the environment,
to be inclusive and to create a healthy precinct.
As part of the Sustainability Pledge, BSB will:
- Create forums for ideas sharing.
- Connect people for mutual benefit – an expert in one area may be the student in another.
- Provide access to resources/information.
- Share the vision for the precinct with City and State Government and other stakeholders.
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EALERT
Sent to members when there is an important precinct update, information about BSB or an upcoming deal or offer that members would like to share.
Subcommittees
BSB has a number of sub-committees which assist the Board in setting direction, investigating, and implementing initiatives. This includes: Vision South Bank, Sustainability, Membership and Showcase.
INTERVIEW WITH MEMBERS
Members have the opportunity to be featured in an interview called The Connection published to our members.
Sustainability Open Forum
Bringing together the sustainability champions from the precinct.
Membership Subcommittee
Members are:
- John Barton, MGD Wealth
- Jano Kotzas, The Prop House Collective
- Stewart Moore, EarthCheck
Sustainability Advisory Subcommittee
BSB’s Sustainability Advisory Committee support BSB to drive sustainability initiatives and outcomes for the precinct.
Members are:
- Ian Chalmers, Brisbane Convention & Exhibition Centre
- Ari Fuller, QAGOMA
- Renae McBrien, Queensland Children’s Hospital
- Stewart Moore, EarthCheck
- Julia Scodellaro, South Bank Corporation
- Brett Spicer, BDO
Advocacy and Lobbying
BSB advocates and lobby’s for the precinct on behalf of members.
Formal Submission to Government
BSB submits formal submissions to relevant Govt departments on various topics.
Representative on advisory committees
Business South Bank is a representative on advisory committees.
Monthly police and security meetings
BSB attends the safety and security meetings held by Queensland Police Service each month.
Meetings with Key Government Officials
Business South Bank reguarly meets with key government officials.
Vision South Bank Report - 20 Year Vison
Read BSB’s 20-Year Vision for the wider precinct – Click here
Property leads for vacant spaces
Provide information on vacant property spaces in the precinct.
Annual Survey
BSB sends out an annual survey to members each year. This survey helps determine the issues of importance to our members and precinct.
The top 3 most important topics outlined in the 2024 Annual Survey were:
- Personal Safety
- Walkability/ Connections
- Cleanliness of Precinct
Economic + Demographic profiling
BSB has a residential breakdown of members who work in the precinct – Click here
Information on where members travel from
BSB extracts information from the annual survey regarding residential breakdown of respondents who work in the precinct. For more information – Click here
Photos of members at events
Photos from networking functions are posted to BSB’s Facebook page – Click here
Business Student Connect
An initiative aimed at developing and promoting student-business opportunities within our membership – Click here
Member Introductions
Opportunity to meet and be introduced to other members.
Vision South Bank Priorities Report
The Vision South Bank Priorities report is an addendum to the Vision South Bank Report and presents what is considered priorities for the precinct – Click here
Members Notice
Keeping members informed on important precinct news and updates.
Marketing Package
BSB offers a marketing package. Tap into BSB’s network to promote your business. For more information – Click here
FAQ
To view some of BSB’s frequently asked questions – Click here
VIDEOS
To view BSB’s latest corporate video – Click here