MY MONEY MATTERS 2024 Conference

Join us on Tuesday, 14th May 2024 at the Arkaba Hotel, Adelaide, for an empowering event hosted by the Eastwood Community Centre. This conference is dedicated to enhancing financial literacy and independence for women across all life stages.

Program Overview

Morning Sessions:

• 8:00 AM: Registration and coffee.
• 8:45 AM: Welcome and housekeeping by Kate Burr, MC.
• 9:00 AM: Official welcome by Leanne Isaacson, Director, Eastwood Community Centre.
• 9:10 AM: Keynote on “My Journey… Australian Native Food Co & The Little Red Door” by Rebecca Paris.
• 9:40 AM: “Estate Planning, the Myth of the Simple Will” by Sarah Hooper, Trak Legal.

Morning Tea Break

Workshop Sessions 1 (10:50 AM – 11:35 AM):

• Coercive Control – What does it look like? by Hannah Hannaford Gunn, Legal Services Commission.
• Tackling The Cost of Living Crisis by Sarah Reimann.
• Maintaining Your Financial Peace of Mind by TBC.
• Retirement Reimagined: Create Your Dream Retirement? by Mary Palaric, Abundeco.

Workshop Sessions 2 (11:40 AM – 12:25 PM):

• Starting a Business – Passion, Purpose, Profit by Cassie Day, CDC Enterprises.
• Planning for Life Events by Melanie McKibbin.
• Tips to Improve Women’s Super by Karen Eley, Women Talking Finance.
• The Dream Within Reach: Owning Your Own Home by Mary Palaric, Abundeco.
• The Power of Art (art workshop) by Christine Wheatley-Dawson.

Lunch Break

Afternoon Keynote and Workshops:

• 1:30 PM: “Fearless Innovation” by Tammy Barton, My Budget and Fearless Females Network.
• 2:00 PM: Workshop Sessions 3, focusing on investment, digital security, credit management, and more.

Workshop Sessions 3 (Starting at 2:00 PM):

• How to Invest in Shares (with as little as $5.00) by Karen Eley, Women Talking Finance.
• Navigating New Beginnings by Liz Trotter, High Heel Investor.
• Navigating the Rise of AI in Cyber Scams by Leanne Isaacson, Eastwood Community Centre.
• Understanding and Protecting Your Credit Rating by TBC.
• Jingle Your Coins by Nayima, Belly Dance Academy.

Afternoon Tea Break

Panel Session:

• 3:15 PM: A panel discussion facilitated by Kate Burr, featuring insights from workshop presenters.

Closing Remarks:

• 4:10 PM: “Building Financial Literacy for Every Woman: Next steps” by Leanne Isaacson.
• 4:20 PM: Closing remarks by Kate Burr.
• 4:30 PM: Conference close followed by informal networking & drinks at the Arkaba Downstairs Bar.

Registration Details:

Secure your spot now! Full and concession tickets are available for purchase through Eventbrite or by contacting the Eastwood Community Centre directly. Visit our website at www.mymoneymatters.events for more details and registration options.

Get in Touch:

For any questions or further information, please reach out to:

• Jill Mitchell, Conference Manager, at jill@eastwood.asn.au
• Leanne Isaacson, Director, at leanne@eastwood.asn.au

We are excited to offer a day filled with valuable learning, practical workshops, and excellent networking opportunities, tailored to empower you in navigating financial challenges and seizing opportunities with confidence. Join us to make a significant impact on your financial well-being and professional growth.

Over 110 delegates attended our conference in 2022 and we expect this year’s conference to be even bigger!

Comments that delegates made in their evaluation forms included:

A very enjoyable day. Excellent speakers, positive experience.

Fantastic day – loved it!

Wonderful networking event. Such a lovely bunch of passionate, empowered and knowledgeable women.

Wonderful. Leaving feeling empowered.

A fabulous conference. Will definitely recommend it to others.