Mentors to the maker community Make Good Things Happen are super proud to present the inaugural Makers in Business Online Symposium for 2022, the very first event of its kind in Australia.
Over two full days and 100% online for maximum comfort, on Friday 5th and Saturday 6th August 2022, meet an outstanding lineup of industry experts providing tips and advice directly relevant to the makers, artists and designers of Australia.
— Jo Walker, Keynote Speaker
Advice on topics that mean something to you from market participation to product photography
Stay in the comfort and safety of your own home whilst joining the community of makers like you
Inspiration from other makers who have been right where you are and have experienced the same challenges
All up, there are over 30 community professionals with keen advice as the result of experiencing their own challenges as small creative business owners.
This in addition to the maker allies and industry mentors you know and love, both Angela D’Alton and Renee Baker of D’Alton Baker Productions, founders of Make Good Things Happen.
Kirsten Devitt, owner and designer at Each To Own, Keep-oh and Small Works Gallery, began her home based craft business in 2009.
Erin Madeley is founder of Perth Makers Market, owner of Erin Madeley Consulting and the Perth Upmarket family of events.
Tess McCabe is a publisher and manages Creative Minds featuring resources targeted at creatives and small business owners.
Liane Rossler is an artist, designer and curator who has worked in creative industries for over thirty years.
Lisa Cahill is the CEO and Artistic Director of the Australian Design Centre team based on Gadigal Land of the Eora Nation, Sydney NSW.
Jess Harwood is an illustrator, communications professional and environmental campaigner living on Gadigal land in Sydney.
Renee Baker is one of the Make Good Things Happen founding partners, and mentor to makers at D’Alton Baker Productions.
Emma is the editor of frankie magazine and is presenting Submitting Your Work to Media as part of the Makers in Business Online Symposium.
Sarah Stanford of Novelise is a content designer, strategist, and copywriter here to help you make better content decisions.
Shannon is assistant editor and digital editor of frankie magazine, presenting Submitting Your Work to Media.
Emma is the founder of The Makers and Shakers, Round She Goes and the Slow Fashion Market.
Rachel Burke is a practicing multidisciplinary artist, designer, and author based in Brisbane, Australia, of @imakestagram fame.
Jo Walker is a content strategist, brand storyteller and editor, which means she can figure out the stories your business should be telling.
Pete Cromer is one of Australia’s most popular artists and his signature artworks are instantly recognisable.
Mount Vic and Me® was established in 2013 by local designer Kara Cooper, who resides in the historic village of Mount Victoria.
Amy owns and operates Confetti Rebels, a feminist apparel brand that aims to empower the womxn around her.
Aimee Davies combined her Therapeutic skills and creative industry experience to create The Hey Mate Project.
Uncle Phuncle, a range of clothing all designed and hand made in Melbourne was founded by Ashley Dyer, a self taught designer and maker.
Christina Kelly is a fashion veteran working in the rag trade for over 20 years running the Sydney fashion empire that is Made590.
Heidi Helyard is Australia’s premier polymer clay jewellery artist and designer, working and living on Darkinjung Country.
Rachel Kimberley is a product photographer and stylist specialising in creative product photography and stop motion animations.
Angela D’Alton is one of the founding partners of Make Good Things Happen, and provides business services to makers at D’Alton Baker Productions.
Dr. Mikala Tai is the Head of Visual Arts at Australia Council for the Arts, previously the director of the 4A Centre for Contemporary Asian Art, Sydney.
Belinda Harris, or Bel as she is most commonly known, has been involved with BrisStyle Inc. since the very beginning in 2008.
Designed in the home studio of Shuh Lee, based in Melbourne, shuh. is a whimsical take on all things colourful, wearable, usable and fun.
Jeff McCann specialises in community engagement projects, public art, education, collaborations, illustration, props and fashion.
Thailand-born Australian Web Developer turned Candle Maker, Waan Pivasiri started pouring candles in 2013 and it became You, Me & Bones.
Maryann is a weaver and exhibiting artist. She is a co-founder of One Billion Stars and Super Native Unlimited.
Emily Wright is Creative Director and founder of Nancybird, an evolving design label based in the inner north of Naarm/Melbourne.
Middle Child is a jewellery and accessories label with a penchant for mid-century modern design founded by Lauren Hassett.
Remote and regional makers can finally enjoy the same access as those who live in big cities. All you need is a device and internet connectivity.
10am
Acknowledgement of Country
10:15am
Keynote presentation by Jo Walker – The rise of makership as business and the importance to culture
11am
Panel : Maintaining Creativity hosted by Rachel Burke featuring Pete Cromer, Shuh Lee and Heidi Helyard
12:15pm
Panel : Social Media and Personal Boundaries hosted by Renee Baker featuring Waan Pivasiri, Kirsten Devitt and Amy Clarke
1.30pm
Panel : Branding for Makers hosted by Tess McCabe featuring Lauren Hassett, Ashley Dyer and Sarah Stanford
2.45pm
Presentation : Submitting Your Work to Media presented by
Emma Do and Shannon Jenkins of frankie Strictly Business
4pm
Panel : Sustainability and Ethics in Design hosted by Renee Baker featuring Jeff McCann, Liane Rossler and Emily Wright
5pm
Day One Highlights and Day Two Preview with Angela and Renee of Make Good Things Happen
10am
Acknowledgement of Country
10:15am
Live Q&A : Angela D’Alton talks to Christina Kelly of Made590 about Wholesale and Retail
11:30am
Panel : The Art of Asking : Grants for Makers hosted by Renee Baker featuring Mikala Tai and Lisa Cahill
12:45pm
Presentation and Live Q&A: Product Photography from go to woah using your phone by Rachel Kimberley
2pm
Panel : Artistic Activism hosted by Amy Clarke featuring Jessica Harwood and Kara Cooper
3.30pm
Panel : What are Market Curators Looking for? hosted by Angela D’Alton featuring Belinda Harris, Emma Morris and Erin Madeley
4.45pm
Event wrap-up with Angela and Renee of Make Good Things Happen
Bonus content for Waratah tickets by Make Good Things Happen, creative collaborators, speakers and partners.
In Conversation : Mental Wellbeing and Creativity with Renee Baker and Aimee Davies
Panel : Cultural Respect with Maryann Talia Pau, Troy Casey and Amanda Hayman
100% online through our website mgth.com.au! You will also be able to watch it via YouTube using a special link that will be provided. Sit in your comfy chair, get yourself a warm drink, pop your pet on your lap and start jotting down the wisdom!
Almost all of the money we receive from sales of tickets to the event will pay the almost 30 speakers involved. We are paying our creative collaborators too, who also manage their own small businesses. We believe in providing support to the community through experiences that include financial support, where it matters, so we can all keep doing what we love to do.
This symposium is about genuine learning, authentic connection, advice from experts and valuable educational content. We want to re-invigorate this community after a challenging couple of years and create meaningful connections whilst providing tangible financial support to everyone involved.
The remaining portion of your ticket costs are used on the software and technology needed to bring this event to you, and lastly, for our time in creating, managing and administering this huge, first of its kind online event.
Waratah VIP benefits include everything included in the Wattle ticket, plus access to the bonus content in the Green Room, as well as 6 months access to replay all content from the Symposium.
Wattle – $99
Waratah – $129
No tickets can be purchased after August 3rd 2002 so that we can make sure everyone has the links to enjoy the symposium in time and our small team can focus on preparing for the big event!
As this is a digital event which provides you with access to content after the event (1 month for Wattle ticket holders, 6 months for Waratah ticket holders) unfortunately we are not providing refunds except for extenuating circumstances. Please contact us if you believe that’s you.
You will be able to login as you would for the live event to enjoy the same sessions via replay for either 1 month (Wattle tickets) or 6 months (Waratah tickets) after the event. You won’t miss out!
Once you’ve purchased your ticket you will be able to join our private MIBOS 22 Facebook group where all attendees can chat and connect with one another, like the most ideal networking for introverts situation you could imagine.
During registration please select YES for the accessibility requirements option and we will cater to your needs.
Access educational content from experts in the field to empower you in your maker business
You’ll be emailed a link to the Foyer ahead of the event so that you can enjoy the broadcasts!
Important: If you have previously registered as a Member or via our Maker Sessions, please make sure you login before completing Symposium registration for a seamless experience.
You’ll be emailed a link to the Foyer ahead of the event so that you can enjoy the broadcasts!
Important: If you have previously registered as a Member or via our Maker Sessions, please make sure you login before completing Symposium registration for a seamless experience.
Thanks to our Community Partners
Make Good Things Happen is a community where diversity is accepted and celebrated. We welcome people of diverse cultural backgrounds, race, religion, ability, gender and sexual orientation.
We acknowledge the traditional owners of the land we live and work on, and pay our respects to elders past, present and emerging.
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