Friday, September 19

Climb the Curve 2025 | Online Festival for Small Business Owners

By Dinah Liversidge

Join us for a day full of learning, networking and inspiration curated for micro business owners and solopreneurs, held online.

Date and time

Location

Online

Speakers

Agenda

9:00 AM - 9:55 AM

Networking in Breakout Rooms

9:55 AM - 10:15 AM

Welcome & Housekeeping

10:15 AM - 11:00 AM

Get Found Online (SEO strategies for visibility)

Justine Coombs

Start the day with our SEO Expert (and Celebrant), Justine, who will share how to utilise SEO for maximum visibility of your website.

11:05 AM - 11:50 AM

People Buy People: The Networking Secret Sauce

Jeremy Freeman

After this session, attendees will leave with simple, actionable strategies they can immediately apply to their networking efforts. They'll feel more confident in their ability to create genuine conn...

11:50 AM - 12:00 PM

Morning Speaker Wrap-up & Pre-Lunch Check-ins

12:00 PM - 1:00 PM

Lunch & Networking

1:05 PM - 1:30 PM

Why Joining Your Trade Association is Great for your VCP

Berni Benton

In this session, Berni will share with you about why she joined the AOIC, what it offers her and how it enables her to remain totally authentic whilst enhancing her visibility and ensuring she remain...

1:35 PM - 2:15 PM

The Three Cs of LinkedIn

Gus Bhandal

Learn how to be efficient and effective with only a few daily and weekly tasks on LinkedIn, and not have to feel like you need to be there all the time just to be seen and heard. LinkedIn is the worl...

2:25 PM - 3:15 PM

Build your business on your Credibility

Dinah Liversidge

What are people saying about you when you're not in the room? Our track record is absolutely key to growing a business, and as micro businesses - our reputation will make (or break) us. In this sessi...

3:30 PM - 4:15 PM

Extraordinary Doesn’t Happen by Accident

Ayanna Castro

Are you listening to your intuition when faced with tough decisions? Are you surrounding yourself with people who encourage you to be extraordinary? Do you have a plan for where you want to go and wh...

4:30 PM - 5:00 PM

Open Networking and Close

As we close up for the day, we will have 30 minutes of open networking in breakout rooms so you can make the most of the new connections who’ve joined us.

Good to know

Highlights

8 hours
Online

Refund Policy

No Refunds

About this event

Join us for a one-day event held for ambitious and budding business owners

Building and sustaining a successful business is a journey. Whether you’ve just launched your venture or have been in business for a few years, Climb The Curve is here to equip you with the tools, strategies, and mindset shifts you need to level up.

Why Attend Climb The Curve?

What’s in it for you?

Learn from industry experts with proven track records of success.
Discover practical, actionable strategies you can implement immediately.
Expand your network with like-minded business owners.
Boost your online visibility and credibility.
Get inspired to take bold steps towards your goals.
Access exclusive resources, books, and courses from our speakers.

Can't Make the Date? Don't Worry!

All tickets include recordings, transcripts and summaries of each session available to access after the event for 30 days. So you will gain all of this incredible knowledge for your micro business no matter if you join us all day, for part of it, or can't make it.

Our Mission

The Climb the Curve Ethos

Climb The Curve isn’t just another business event. It’s a space where like-minded small business owners and solopreneurs gather to gain practical insights, develop meaningful connections, and take their businesses to the next level.

Whether you’re just starting out, or looking to accelerate your growth, this event is designed for you.

Build Your Connections with Networking Throughout the Day

Throughout the day we will be hosting breakout rooms for networking, co-working, or to buddy up with others during the downtime.

These are times for you to have a break away from the desk, or make new connections with your peers and fellow attendees.

If you’re feeling unsure on where to start, or need any support throughout the day, our team will be there to help you. Please reach out to us if you’re feeling overwhelmed at any time – conferences can be a huge amount of information all packed into one day!

Launched by Dinah Liversidge

I know firsthand the challenges and triumphs of running your own business. For nearly three decades, I’ve worked with entrepreneurs who are ready to grow, evolve, and make a real impact.

I so hope you can join us for our inaugural conference to inspire and motivate you no matter where you are on your business journey.

I am proud to have some incredible speakers, who are truly experts in their field, and I have had the privilege of knowing for many years, seeing them in action on stages across the globe.

Meet Our Speakers

Our speakers are experts in their fields, bringing you real-world insights and proven strategies to accelerate your business growth.

Justine Coombs – Get Found Online

Learn SEO strategies that help your ideal clients find you effortlessly.

Jeremy Freeman – People Buy People: The Networking Secret Sauce

Master networking techniques to build authentic, lasting business relationships.

Gus Bhandal - Mastering the three Cs of LinkedIn

Master these key aspects of LinkedIn - essential for all micro and small businesses.

Dinah Liversidge – Build your business with Credibility

Your track record and what people say about you are key to building a successful business. What are you doing to grow yours?

Ayanna Castro – Work Your Package

A high-energy, motivational session on maximizing your strengths and confidence in business.

Berni Benton – Industry Insights from the AOIC

A special presentation from the Association of Independent Celebrants (AOIC), delivered straight after lunch.

Find out more about our speakers, here.

Frequently asked questions

Who is this event for?

Climb The Curve is for small/micro business owners, solopreneurs (1-3 years in business), and those considering starting their own business. If you want to grow your brand, attract more clients, and gain credibility, this event is for you.

Do I have to attend the whole day?

While we'd love you to join us live, we know that work needs to be done too. You will be able to access all the sessions as they will be recorded and available for ticket holders for up to 1 month after our event.

How do I get an Early Bird Ticket?

Will there be opportunities to network?

Yes! There will be dedicated networking sessions before, during lunch, and at the end of the event. There will also be quiet breakout rooms and co-working options for those of you looking to have a buddy without the "small talk".

What happens after I register?

You’ll receive a confirmation email with event details, plus updates as we approach the event date.

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