Beginning in May 2020 in the midst of the COVID-19 lockdown, the forums have so far dealt with the most pressing issues for hospitality businesses right now including renegotiating leases, boosting cashflow and reopening with restrictions. As our industry looks ahead to recovery, we’ll be planning discussions that reflect this.
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Industry Forum #7 - Business as Unusual
Melbourne hospitality has endured two lockdowns, yet even in the face of adversity new businesses are emerging from both first-time and established players.
Listen to our panel as they examine the challenges to come, the opportunities in the turmoil, and whether the game has changed for good.
Industry Forum #6 - The View from Abroad
As we look to rebuild our beloved hospitality industry, what’s the mood like abroad and what can we learn from other cities across the globe? We bring together three renowned chef-restaurateurs from around the world to get their perspective on operating through lockdown and ongoing restrictions and their thoughts on what lies ahead for dining in our global community.
Listen to our panel as they talk about the view from abroad
Industry Forum #5 - Saving the Bars of Melbourne
In a profoundly challenging year for hospitality across the board, Melbourne’s bars are among the hardest hit businesses in the trade. What’s going to happen to these defining parts of the city’s culture and night economy? How will they survive?
Join our panel as they talk about saving the bars of Melbourne
Industry Forum #4 - JobKeeper 2.0 Explained
Need to make sense of JobKeeper? What should you have in place right now to get ahead of the changes coming in September?
Our fourth MFWF industry forum examines phase two of the Federal Government’s wage subsidy package with specific reference to how it affects hospitality businesses and workers with the help of On Tap Hospitality, accounting and operational management specialists.
Industry Forum #3 - Recovery in the Regions
A panel of leaders in Victoria's regional tourism and hospitality industries discuss the issues experienced by businesses outside Melbourne due to restrictions on travel, trade and movement in response to the pandemic.
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Industry Forum #2 - Operating in the new normal
Join our panel as they discuss how to transition into reopening your business post-lockdown.
Industry Forum #1 - Roadmaps to Recovery
Join our panel as they discuss how to negotiate the best position for your business in recovery.
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