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The Queensland Government's Made in Queensland program expansion represents a significant opportunity for associations whose members operate within or contribute to the manufacturing sector. This initiative aligns with the state's broader objectives to bolster local manufacturing capabilities, foster innovation, and attract new businesses, ensuring Queensland remains a competitive and thriving industrial hub.
With an additional $5 million allocated to this program, the grants aim to support advanced manufacturing projects that enhance productivity, implement cutting-edge technologies, and create sustainable job opportunities. This funding provides a unique chance for manufacturers to secure financial support for transformative projects that might otherwise remain unattainable.
For associations representing industries impacted by or benefiting from advanced manufacturing, this presents a dual opportunity:
Associations can be critical in informing and guiding their members about the grants. By providing education on the application process, eligibility criteria, and potential benefits, associations ensure their members capitalize on this funding to strengthen their operations and industry presence.
Understanding and applying for government grants can be time-consuming and intricate, often requiring specialized knowledge to navigate successfully. Association Executive Services (AES) offers tailored solutions to streamline this process. With expertise in government funding applications, AES can support associations and their members by simplifying the process, ensuring compliance with grant requirements, and maximizing the likelihood of success.
By engaging AES, associations can provide a seamless experience for their members, ensuring that eligible businesses are well-prepared and confident in submitting high-quality applications. This service enhances the value offered by the association to its members and contributes to the broader goal of strengthening Queensland's manufacturing landscape.
The association sector is in the middle of a leadership handover.
Across Australia and New Zealand, CEOs and Executive Directors are moving on. Some are retiring. Some have gone to larger organisations.
Some have left because the relationship with their Board ran out of puff. The reasons vary, but the movement is noticeable, and Boards are
appointing replacements.
The encouraging part is the calibre of the people coming in. Many are genuinely well suited to the job — capable executives with strong
records behind them. A good number are stepping into an association CEO role for the first time.
Most associations can provide a long list of membership benefits. They may include professional development, advocacy, networking, industry information, events, resources, accreditation, discounts and access to specialist advice. However, a list of benefits does not necessarily explain why someone makes the decision to join.
While every Board is different, the same governance issues appear time and again. One of the most common is allowing one person’s behaviour
to dominate the Board table.
Almost every Board has experienced it at some point. One director who seems to consume more time and energy than everyone else combined.
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