Join us as we celebrate the achievements of the Women in Manufacturing Network in 2024! This special event brings together network participants, program alumni, and...
Geelong Manufacturing Council past events
WIMN End of Year Networking Event
GMC Commercial & Operations Group Meeting
Connect with your peers in the GMC Commercial & Operations Group, a focus group for GMC member companies which includes commercial managers, CFOs, and...
GMC Connect & AGM – Member only event
Join us for our next GMC Connect event and 2024 AGM. Date & Time: Tuesday 26 November 2024 5:00 PM – 7:00 PM (UTC+11) Venue: ...
BIG IDEAS Workshop 1: Tapping into new resources in manufacturing
We’re inviting GMC member leaders and decision makers to participate in our first BIG IDEAS workshop on Wednesday 20 November, facilitated by Dr Heather Round...
GFLOI, GLAM, and WoW Graduation
Join us to celebrate our latest Geelong Future Leaders of Industry (GFLOI), Girls Leading Advanced Manufacturing (GLAM), World Of Work – Clean Economy (WoW),...
GMC Connect: Big Opportunities
GMC members are warmly invited to join our bi-monthly GMC Connect meeting on Tuesday 1st October. The October afternoon is a Members only event...
INDUSTRY 4.0 DIGITISATION AND INNOVATIVE ADVANCED MANUFACTURING
GMC, Advanced Fibre Cluster Geelong, and Australian Steel Association invite members to join a factory tour and briefing from advanced manufacturing leaders, Integra Systems. Learn...
GMC Connect: WorkSafe Manufacturing Leaders’ Breakfast
SAVE THE DATE! GMC Connect: WorkSafe Manufacturing Leaders’ Breakfast Members are invited to join us for a Welding Fumes Exposure Management and Forklift Guidance...
GMC Connect
Members are warmly invited to join our bi-monthly GMC Connect member meeting on Tuesday 4 June. The June breakfast will include a briefing and tour of...
2024 GFLOI and GLAM LAUNCH
Please join us at the official launch of the 2024 Geelong Future Leaders Of Industry (GFLOI) and Girls Leading Advanced Manufacturing (GLAM) programs as we...
GMC Technology & Innovation Summit
Featuring industry experts in thought-provoking discussions the summit will shine a light on the world of opportunity open to manufacturers, discuss technology and innovation opportunities...
Emotional First Aid: Caring for our colleagues
Hosted by Geelong Quality Council – Helping people manage life’s stressors through listening to the “Intelligence” of Emotions. It is our feelings – our emotions – which connect us...
WIMN International Women’s Day Lunch
You’re invited to join us for our Women in Manufacturing Network’s (WIMN) celebration of International Women’s Day at a networking lunch and panel discussion...
Geelong’s Circular Economy Champions
The Circular Economy is a critical solution for preserving the planet’s finite resources, mitigating environmental degradation and creating a resilient thriving economy for our community...
GMC Connect
We’re pleased to announce subject matter experts from Incitec Pivot Limited (IPL) will be joining our speakers from KPMG at this event to share IPLs approach...
Geelong Quality Cafe
Host by Geelong Quality Council, if you’re interested in Quality, Lean and Continuous Improvement, Design Thinking and Leadership and want to learn and share with others...
GMC Connect & 2023 GMC AGM
GMC Connect: Advanced Manufacturing – a new future for Australia (incorporating 2023 GMC AGM) Join us for networking & an inspiring keynote from Deakin Executive...
Ballarat Seed2STEM Program Launch
Join us at the official industry launch of the 2024 Seed2STEM program in Ballarat. Seed2STEM Ballarat is an exciting program dedicated to: – Showcasing and...
2023 Leadership for Manufacturing Excellence Graduation
2023 Leadership for Manufacturing Excellence Program Graduation & Project Presentations Join us to celebrate the graduation of the 2023 cohort of GMC’s Leadership for Manufacturing Excellence...
Geelong Design Week
Advanced Fibre Cluster, Geelong Manufacturing Council and City of Greater Geelong, together as part of the Geelong Defence Alliance, are proud to present: Smart Design and...
Women in Leadership
Join GMC’s Women in Manufacturing Network for an engaging & inspiring discussion as our panel of women in leadership roles share their strategies, approaches and key...
GMC Connect – Cyber Attacks: strategies for safeguarding your business
Join us for a members only event including information on safeguarding your business against cyber attacks, networking and an opportunity to tour the Geelong Tech...
Victorian Manufacturing Hall of Fame Awards Gala Dinner
Join Victoria’s manufacturing industry night of nights at Palladium at Crown on Thursday 10 August for the 2023 Victorian Manufacturing Hall of Fame Awards Gala...
GMC Connect: Sustainability for Manufacturers – Value or Vortex?
This GMC Connect members only event will feature: Guest Speaker, Professor Tuba Kocaturk: Pathways towards net zero & the emerging business opportunities Panel discussion, moderated by...
GMC Worksafe Breakfast
Join us for this exclusive WorkSafe-sponsored breakfast for manufacturing leaders and all health and safety practitioners in the manufacturing sector. Geelong Manufacturing Council is proud...
Lean for Small & Medium Enterprise
TXM Lean Solutions Managing Director, Tim McLean, will deliver this free event -a full-day interactive workshop -with the following learning objectives: Clear understanding of the...
Quality People: Career Pathways in Quality and Continuous Improvement
Geelong Quality Council are pleased to invite you to Quality People: Career Pathways in Quality and Continuous Improvement. A Panel Discussion with industry experts. –...
Collaboration for building innovation and success in the regions
Game-changing ideas are said to be born of co-operative thinking. Regional manufacturers share how they are collaborating and innovating to succeed in the rapidly changing...
What manufacturers need to excel in the 21st century
In the world of problem-solving and adaptation, manufacturers are the world’s experts. But in the world of gender equity, women continue to be outnumbered 5...
GMC Connect
Join us for information sharing and networking at the next GMC Connect members’ only event. Includes: Industrial Relations briefing from Coulter Legal Clean Economy Future...
WIMN International Women’s Day Panel and Networking Lunch
You’re invited to join us for the Women in Manufacturing Network’s celebration of International Women’s Day at a networking lunch, featuring an engaging panel...
GMC 25th Anniversary Celebration & Awards Dinner
2023 marks Geelong Manufacturing Council’s 25th year of advancing regional industry in one of Australia’s most important manufacturing centres. We’re delighted to host a Celebration...
GMC Connect
Join us for information sharing and networking at the next GMC Connect members’ only event. More details soon!
GMC Connect & AGM
Join fellow GMC & ENG Members for networking & information sharing (includes 2022 AGM). Features special guest Rob McGavin, Co-founder & Chair, Cobram Estate Olives.
GFLOI & GLAM Graduation
Celebrate the successes of our 2022 GFLOI & GLAM participants at the program Graduation. Open to participants, parents, school representatives and industry supporters
Leadership for Manufacturing Excellence Project Presentation & Graduation
The 2022 cohort present their projects and learnings to the group and a panel of experts. Followed by a celebration lunch. Open to participants &...
GMC’s Women in Manufacturing Network Barwon Water Panel Discussion
Bookings open soon
GMC Connect: Cracking the elusive world of Defence
Find out how you too can become part of Australia’s Defence industry supply chains at our next GMC Connect event for members. The Geelong Manufacturing...
The many faces of apprentices
Talent and labour shortages are impacting all industry sectors, not just manufacturing. How can you attract and retain good people? What are the strategies that are working,...
Seeing is Believing – Girls & STEM Careers: Bring Your Daughter Breakfast
GMC warmly invites you to bring your Year 7-12 daughters, granddaughters, nieces, etc, to a special Father’s Day breakfast aimed at encouraging young women to take...
GMC Connect: Extreme Engineering
Join us for an In Conversation event with David Thornton, owner of Thornton’s Engineering, with discussion and Q&A. The session will be moderated by GMC...
Making Sense of the Supply Chain Mess: A members only online event
Robert & Jane Cizik Professor of Management Practice Harvard Business School How can we use some first principles and a little common sense to better...
GMC Connect: Big Manufacturing Challenges
The new Federal Government has pledged it will “build a future made in Australia”, as part of its $15 billion National Reconstruction Fund. GMC is...
New Member Lunch
New GMC members will have the opportunity to meet with GMC Board and sponsors at a special Welcome to New Members Lunch. Invitation only The...
GFLOI & GLAM Launch
The official launch of the Geelong Future Leaders of Industry (GFLOI) & Girls Leading Advanced Manufacturing (GLAM) student immersion programs – helping students to understand...
GMC Connect with Worksafe: Manufacturing Leaders’ Business Breakfast
Join us for this exclusive WorkSafe-sponsored breakfast for manufacturing leaders and all health and safety practitioners in the manufacturing sector. Geelong Manufacturing Council is proud...
Circular Economy Masterclass (Sustainability Victoria Event)
The circular economy creates businesses opportunities and economic value, while reducing the environmental impacts of production and consumption. It’s a $210 billion opportunity for Australia, and...
GMC Technology & Innovation Summit
Leading manufacturers are set to share insights into how to develop and commercialise new technology at the Technology and Innovation Summit. The region’s most innovative...
International Women’s Day Networking Lunch & Panel Discussion
You’re invited to join us for the Women in Manufacturing Network’s celebration of International Women’s Day at a networking lunch, featuring an engaging panel discussion...
GMC Connect welcomes special guests Hanwha & Sen. the Hon Sarah Henderson
Join your fellow GMC members at the beautiful Flying Brick Cider Co for the first GMC Connect networking event of 2022. We’re excited to welcome...
GMC Connect, with CSIRO Chief Scientist
Join your fellow GMC members for our first GMC Connect face to face event post-lockdown when we are excited to welcome CSIRO Chief Scientist Professor...
GMC Annual General Meeting
Open to current GMC members & invited guests only. More information on presenters coming soon!
Sovereign Capability Development Series
Featuring a range of experts from composites R&D, manufacturers and buyers. Join us as we explore how industry has overcome challenges in composites manufacturing, the...
Business Leaders’ Future Energy Online Event (Geelong Community Solar Program)
Business owners, managers and executives across the region are invited to this exclusive online event. Learn about the trends shaping the future energy landscape and...
Export Remodelling – Manage Your Global Supply Chains & Logistics (external event)
Supply Chains are about service delivery, that is how can businesses achieve customer satisfaction while maximising benefit. The program is available for VICTORIAN Businesses Only....
GMC Connect – Online Event
Barwon Water is taking the lead on sustainability with an Australian-first Renewable Organics Network using high-strength organic waste from Australian Lamb Company & Bulla Dairy...
CEO Connect Open Session: The Circular Economy
The Circular Economy aims to redefine growth by focusing on positive society-wide benefits and moving beyond the current take-make-dispose extractive industrial model. Underpinned by a...
The Resilience Reset Workshop
POSTPONED due to lockdown. New date advised soon! The Women in Manufacturing Network presents: The Resilience Reset – Managing Your Personal Energy Levels to Thrive...
Members Only Networking
Farewell to David Peart after 23 years as CEO Learn about GMC’s latest projects and initiatives Network in a relaxed environment Bring your colleagues and...