What does the current economic landscape mean for Australian manufacturers and businesses, and what should we be preparing for next?
Southern Strength Agile Manufacturing Network invites you to join us for an industry lunch on Tuesday 29 September at Liverpool Powerhouse, featuring expert insights from Commonwealth Bank.
Enjoy a relaxed standing lunch and the opportunity to connect with fellow manufacturers, industry leaders and business professionals before hearing from our guest speakers.
Australian Economic Update
Ryan Felsman
Senior Economist (Director) – Business & Industry, Commonwealth Bank
Ryan Felsman will provide a 20-minute Australian economic update, exploring current economic trends, the outlook ahead and what these developments could mean for Australian business and the manufacturing industry.
Ryan is responsible for analysing economic trends and developments across the Australian economy and their likely impact on industry, business and financial markets.
He regularly presents to clients and customers across the Commonwealth Bank Group and has appeared on Sky News, Channel 7’s Sunrise, SBS World News and ABC News Radio. Ryan has also co-anchored the CommSec Market Update podcast.
Ryan has been with the Commonwealth Bank Group for 15 years and brings more than 25 years of funds management and economic experience. His previous roles include Chief Economist at CommSec, Investment Manager Global Resources and Senior Economist at Colonial First State Global Asset Management.
Working Capital Insights
Patrick King
Senior Working Capital Specialist, Commonwealth Bank
Patrick will share practical insights into working capital and the financial considerations facing businesses in the current economic environment.
Further speaker details coming soon.
Event Details:
📆 Tuesday 29 September 2026
🕣 11:30am
📍Casula Powerhouse Arts Centre
☕️ Registration HERE
Registration for this event is essential. Southern Strength Members, use your 2026 Member Code at checkout.
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For any event enquiries, please contact Southern Strength at info@southernstrength.com.auRegistrations close on Friday 25th September 2026 unless sold out prior.
Why Attend?
This event is an opportunity to step away from the day-to-day and gain a clearer picture of the economic conditions shaping Australian business and manufacturing.
You’ll hear expert insights, consider what the changing economic environment could mean for your business, and connect with other manufacturers and industry professionals over lunch.
Come for the insights. Stay for the conversations and connections.
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