Networking & Events
When you attend a FSAA event, you’re sure to come away with a fresh perspective and mutually beneficial relationships you may have never formed otherwise.
We take pride in serving the industry with premier events that equip manufacturers, distributors and partners to strengthen their position and strategies in the industry.
From dynamic speakers addressing relevant foodservice industry topics to award celebrations recognizing renowned industry talent, our events are truly marked by excellence. We believe in the power of networking, educating and connecting and we hope you’ll be part of the action at one of our upcoming events.
The Benefits of Networking with the FSAA
The FSAA offers members numerous opportunities to network with other professionals across Australia’s foodservice industry and related sectors. The benefits of networking extend beyond simply making contacts for work opportunities, partnerships and strategic alliances. Regular networking can benefit your personal and professional development in a number of ways:
Being Active
Being Active
By participating in a networking activity, you are taking the initiative, being active not passive, and creating an opportunity to improve yourself and your business.
OPENNESS
OPENNESS
Being open to new information and the willingness to share information with others is an attractive and valuable quality to cultivate in yourself.
INFORMATION
INFORMATION
By attending a networking activity you are guaranteed to gain information, starting from when you first walk in the door.
KNOWLEDGE
KNOWLEDGE
Networking helps you expand your knowledge by learning from those around you and puts you well-placed to help others.
INNOVATIVE THINKING
INNOVATIVE THINKING
Networking allows you to gather new ideas and new approaches that you didn’t think of before.
CONTACTS
CONTACTS
You are sure to make great new business contacts and connections.
SKILLS
SKILLS
Developing skills is a benefit of networking. Networking is a skill in itself
REPUTATION
REPUTATION
Networking can enhance your reputation.
SUPPORT
SUPPORT
A good reputation leads to support. Getting people to be on your side is like word of mouth advertising.
SELF ESTEEM
SELF ESTEEM
As humans we need to socialize and network, which enables us to make friends and meet people who like us. All this leads to higher self esteem.
