The Polish Australian Chamber of Commerce: Education& Research Chapter invites you to our FREE monthly seminar

Join us for an engaging evening of learning, conversation, and connection as we showcase academic and professional expertise, explore fresh perspectives, and foster meaningful collaboration across sectors and continents.

In May, we dive into two fascinating and timely topics:

• How businesses can evolve beyond profit-driven models to become powerful forces for social cohesion
• Urban planning from the unique lens of a practitioner who balances academic insight with real-world impact

Guest Speakers:
Prof. Betina Szkudlarek – University of Sydney Business School
Strategic Sustainability and Growth Consultant, United Nations Alliance of Civilizations (UNAOC). Betina will introduce us to a transformative stream of research that explores how businesses can become bridge-builders in increasingly divided societies. Drawing on her global work, she’ll challenge the notion of objective judgment and invite us to reflect on how cultural backgrounds shape our perceptions. Expect a thought-provoking session on social cohesion, diversity of interpretation, and the evolving role of business in society.

Dr. Matt Zenkteler– Urban Planner & Academic, Bond University and Tweed Shire Council. Matt is a true “pracademic,” uniquely positioned at the intersection of theory and practice. He will discuss how he bridges his academic work with practical urban planning through his role at Tweed Shire Council. Gain insight into the challenges and opportunities of shaping cities with both academic knowledge and on-the-ground realities.

WHERE?
This is a hybrid event – attend in person or join us online!
Brisbane: The Polish Club, 10 Marie St, Milton QLD 4064
Sydney: Central Queensland University (CQUni), 400 Kent St, Sydney NSW, level 6
Online: HERE

Register now! HERE

For questions or more information, email: education@pabf.com.au or join our LinkedIn Group: https://www.linkedin.com/groups/10036384/

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The Polish-Australian Business Forum – Education & Research invites you to our regular monthly meetings, held on the first Wednesday of each month at 6 PM AEST / 7 PM AEDT / 4PM AWST / 9 AM Polish time (GMT+1).

These sessions are designed for academics, researchers, scholars, research students (including HDRs), and professionals in related roles and fields. This group welcomes not only those with Polish heritage but anyone interested in Poland and its contributions across various disciplines.

You can join us in person (Brisbane only) or online. To secure your spot, please register (Link TBC). 

For more information, please contact Dominika Ohana Head of PABF-Edu&Research at: education@pabf.org.au. 

The link to the session will be sent closer to date. The session is free, however the registration is compulsory.

Come along to our informal drinks with PACC!

Meet our PACC Core Team, catch up with friends, bring a friend with you - everyone is welcome to join. There will be no set agenda, no formal speeches - let's catch up!

This event is free for all PACC Associates and their companions. Please log in to register.

The Polish-Australian Business Forum – Education & Research invites you to our regular monthly meetings, held on the first Wednesday of each month at 6 PM AEST / 7 PM AEDT / 4PM AWST / 9 AM Polish time (GMT+1).

These sessions are designed for academics, researchers, scholars, research students (including HDRs), and professionals in related roles and fields. This group welcomes not only those with Polish heritage but anyone interested in Poland and its contributions across various disciplines.

You can join us in person (Brisbane only) or online. To secure your spot, please register (Link TBC). 

For more information, please contact Dominika Ohana Head of PABF-Edu&Research at: education@pabf.org.au. 

The link to the session will be sent closer to date. The session is free, however the registration is compulsory.

Snack and Learn will give PACC Associates an opportunity to connect and present a topic of interest to the PACC network, whilst enjoying a drink and a snack together.

Snack and Learn is an ongoing event that will take place on the last Friday of every second month. We welcome both in person and virtual presentations if you are based outside of Sydney.

Come join us for an informal presentation and connect with like minded business people.

The Polish-Australian Business Forum – Education & Research invites you to our regular monthly meetings, held on the first Wednesday of each month at 6 PM AEST / 7 PM AEDT / 4PM AWST / 9 AM Polish time (GMT+1).

These sessions are designed for academics, researchers, scholars, research students (including HDRs), and professionals in related roles and fields. This group welcomes not only those with Polish heritage but anyone interested in Poland and its contributions across various disciplines.

You can join us in person (Brisbane only) or online. To secure your spot, please register (Link TBC). 

For more information, please contact Dominika Ohana Head of PABF-Edu&Research at: education@pabf.org.au. 

The link to the session will be sent closer to date. The session is free, however the registration is compulsory.

The Polish-Australian Business Forum – Education & Research invites you to our regular monthly meetings, held on the first Wednesday of each month at 6 PM AEST / 7 PM AEDT / 4PM AWST / 9 AM Polish time (GMT+1).

These sessions are designed for academics, researchers, scholars, research students (including HDRs), and professionals in related roles and fields. This group welcomes not only those with Polish heritage but anyone interested in Poland and its contributions across various disciplines.

You can join us in person (Brisbane only) or online. To secure your spot, please register (Link TBC). 

For more information, please contact Dominika Ohana Head of PABF-Edu&Research at: education@pabf.org.au. 

The link to the session will be sent closer to date. The session is free, however the registration is compulsory.

Snack and Learn will give PACC Associates an opportunity to connect and present a topic of interest to the PACC network, whilst enjoying a drink and a snack together.

Snack and Learn is an ongoing event that will take place on the last Friday of every second month. We welcome both in person and virtual presentations if you are based outside of Sydney.

Come join us for an informal presentation and connect with like minded business people.

Come along to our informal drinks with PACC!

Meet our PACC Core Team, catch up with friends, bring a friend with you - everyone is welcome to join. There will be no set agenda, no formal speeches - let's catch up!

This event is free for all PACC Associates and their companions. Please log in to register.

The Polish-Australian Business Forum – Education & Research invites you to our regular monthly meetings, held on the first Wednesday of each month at 6 PM AEST / 7 PM AEDT / 4PM AWST / 9 AM Polish time (GMT+1).

These sessions are designed for academics, researchers, scholars, research students (including HDRs), and professionals in related roles and fields. This group welcomes not only those with Polish heritage but anyone interested in Poland and its contributions across various disciplines.

You can join us in person (Brisbane only) or online. To secure your spot, please register (Link TBC). 

For more information, please contact Dominika Ohana Head of PABF-Edu&Research at: education@pabf.org.au. 

The link to the session will be sent closer to date. The session is free, however the registration is compulsory.

The Polish-Australian Business Forum – Education & Research invites you to our regular monthly meetings, held on the first Wednesday of each month at 6 PM AEST / 7 PM AEDT / 4PM AWST / 9 AM Polish time (GMT+1).

These sessions are designed for academics, researchers, scholars, research students (including HDRs), and professionals in related roles and fields. This group welcomes not only those with Polish heritage but anyone interested in Poland and its contributions across various disciplines.

You can join us in person (Brisbane only) or online. To secure your spot, please register (Link TBC). 

For more information, please contact Dominika Ohana Head of PABF-Edu&Research at: education@pabf.org.au. 

The link to the session will be sent closer to date. The session is free, however the registration is compulsory.

Snack and Learn will give PACC Associates an opportunity to connect and present a topic of interest to the PACC network, whilst enjoying a drink and a snack together.

Snack and Learn is an ongoing event that will take place on the last Friday of every second month. We welcome both in person and virtual presentations if you are based outside of Sydney.

Come join us for an informal presentation and connect with like minded business people.