Small Business Expo Hub

Your companion to Advance Rockhampton's Small Business Expo

Welcome to the Small Business Expo Hub–where you'll find resources, presentations and contact information from Advance Rockhampton's 2025 Small Business Expo.

This free platform is tailored to Rockhampton Region businesses and offers general advice relating to finance, staffing, law, property, business planning and everything you need to help start or grow your small business.

Connect with an exhibitor

The CQ Small Business Expo was attended by around 30 exhibitors, ready to support local businesses looking to grow and prosper. You can connect with any of our exhibitors via the list below.

Presentations & Resources

Dominique Lamb - Queensland Small Business Commissioner

Queensland Small Business Commissioner Dominique Lamb outlines the role of the QSBC and support available for small business owners.

Wayne Graham - Benefits of Business Planning

Wayne Graham from UniSC explains the benefits of business planning which includes preparing for growth and creating jobs, responding to natural disasters, financial and cash flow management as well as digital marketing and social media strategies.

Brandon Diplock - Success Story

Local business owner Brandon Diplock shares his secrets to success, focusing on the importance of leadership, innovation, and a people-first approach to create strong teams which drive business growth.

Jason Foss - Capricornia Chamber of Commerce

Jason Foss from the Capricornia Chamber of Commerce provides an overview of the organisation, and how it is working to support small businesses across Central Queensland.

Jackson Powell - Our Economic Direction

Jackson Powell from Advance Rockhampton provides an overview of Rockhampton's small business community, as well as insights into the Region's future workforce requirements, and support provided by Council's economic development arm.

Contact Advance Rockhampton

Advance Rockhampton Economic Development team

The Advance Rockhampton team strives to support the growth of businesses across the Rockhampton Region and grow our local economy.

Phone: + 61 7 4936 8282
Email: advancerockhampton@rrc.qld.gov.au

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