Maroochydore Chamber of Commerce

14/09/2026

A big thank you to Yourbrandcrew for capturing the moments from our September Coffee + Connect!

Market Bistro
Solidteknics

13/09/2026

13/09/2026

What a wonderful morning at our September Coffee + Connect!

Thank you to everyone who joined us at Market Bistro for a morning of great conversations, new connections and plenty of coffee. It was fantastic to see local business professionals come together, share ideas, build relationships and support one another within our business community.

A special thank you to our sponsor Solidteknics, for joining us and sharing the story behind their proudly Australian-made cookware and innovative Modula kitchen knife collection. We loved learning more about the brand, its commitment to quality craftsmanship and its focus on creating products built to last!

We look forward to seeing you at our next event!

07/09/2026

FINAL PANEL ANNOUNCEMENT | MATTHIAS SCHLOTTERBACH

We’re pleased to welcome Matthais Schlotterbach, Program Director of The Wave Stage 3 (Metro), as our fifth panellist for Go For Gold!

Matthias is a senior transport executive with more than 25 years' experience in transport planning, rail operations, infrastructure delivery and major program leadership across Queensland. As Program Director, The Wave Stage 3 (Metro), Matthias is leading the development and delivery of the Sunshine Coast's integrated metro program, a key component of the region's long-term public transport network and a significant infrastructure legacy of the Brisbane 2032 Olympic and Paralympic Games.

Matthias is recognised for his expertise in strategic transport planning, program governance, stakeholder management and the delivery of complex, city-shaping infrastructure programs.

We’re excited to have Matthias join our Go for Gold panel alongside Nat Cook OAM, Peter Saba, Grantley Switzer and Matthew Pattulo for what promises to be an insightful and engaging conversation!

Register here: https://members.maroochy.org/events/details/go-for-gold-breakfast-1161

03/09/2026

FOURTH PANEL ANNOUNCEMENT | MATTHEW PATULLO

We’re pleased to announce Matthew Patullo, Development Director at Stockland, as our fourth panellist for Go for Gold.

With two decades of property experience, Matt brings extensive expertise across the strategic planning, approvals and delivery of master planned communities, medium-density and urban development projects.

His experience spans the full development journey - from early vision and strategy through to approvals and delivery - with a strong focus on creating places that deliver lasting social, environmental and economic value.

As Development Director at Stockland, Matt brings strong commercial, governance and stakeholder engagement capability to some of the projects shaping the future of our region.

With the Sunshine Coast playing an important role in the journey to Brisbane 2032, Matt will share his perspective on development, investment and the opportunities ahead for our region and local businesses.

We’re excited to have Matt join our Go for Gold panel alongside Nat Cook OAM, Peter Saba and Grantley Switzer for what promises to be an insightful and engaging conversation!

Register here: https://members.maroochy.org/events/details/go-for-gold-breakfast-1161

03/09/2026

Ready to win the market? The Sunshine Coast Tech Summit 2026 is one to put in the diary!

The Maroochydore Chamber of Commerce is proud to support The Tech Alliance's upcoming event - designed to help our local business community learn, connect and get inspired by the people shaping the future of technology and innovation on the Sunshine Coast.

This year’s theme, “Winning the Market: The Tech Leader’s Playbook for Growth, Sales and Storytelling,” is all about turning great ideas into real business results.

Whether you’re a startup founder, established business owner, technology professional, student or simply curious about where tech is heading, there’s something here for you.

What’s on the agenda?
• Strategy, performance & purpose
• Sales & customer service
• Storytelling, marketing & brand strategy
• Local success stories and practical insights
• Networking with the Sunshine Coast’s tech and business community

And don’t miss the Barside Natter - an opportunity to grab a drink, connect with fellow attendees and hear from an industry changemaker about turning vision into results.

Maroochydore Chamber members are eligible for the member ticket price of $79 for Tech Connect + Barside Natter!

Secure your tickets and be part of the region’s digital future:
https://events.humanitix.com/sunshine-coast-tech-summit-2026

01/09/2026

What a night at August After Hours!

A big thank you to everyone who joined us, our fantastic panel - Loretta Willaton, Brent McArthur and Tom Saunders and our proud sponsor, Telstra, for helping make the evening such a success.

We loved bringing our business community together for great conversations, new connections and plenty of laughs.

And a special thank you to Yourbrandcrew for capturing the night so beautifully!

Until next time!

29/08/2026

THIRD PANEL ANNOUNCEMENT | GRANTLEY SWITZER

We’re excited to announce Grantley Switzer, Sunshine Coast Council’s Head of 2032 Games Coordination, as our third panellist for Go for Gold.

With more than 20 years’ experience in Local Government, Grantley brings extensive knowledge and insight into community infrastructure, planning and the delivery of major projects.

Grantley has played a significant role in the Sunshine Coast’s journey towards Brisbane 2032. While working with Sunshine Coast Council, he was an integral part of the Sunshine Coast and wider delivery partner team involved in the International Olympic Committee candidature process that ultimately saw Brisbane awarded the 2032 Olympic and Paralympic Games.

In April 2022, Grantley moved into his current full-time role as Head of 2032 Games Coordination, helping coordinate the Sunshine Coast’s role in the Games and the opportunities they present for our region.

With Brisbane 2032 set to leave a lasting legacy across the Sunshine Coast, Grantley will provide valuable insight into the planning, infrastructure and coordination behind this once-in-a-generation opportunity.

We’re looking forward to hearing his perspective on what 2032 means for our region, our community and local businesses.

Three panellists announced. More to go!

Register here: https://members.maroochy.org/events/details/go-for-gold-breakfast-1161

27/08/2026

What a great night at August After Hours, proudly sponsored by Telstra!

We loved bringing our business community together for an evening of networking, drinks, canapés and meaningful conversations about the intersection of technology, innovation and human connection.

A big thank you to our fantastic panel, including Loretta Willaton, Brent McArthur and Tom Saunders, for sharing their insights and experiences on how technology, innovation and genuine relationships can work together to create better outcomes for businesses and their people.

And of course, thank you to everyone who joined us and helped make the evening such a success.

Here’s to great conversations, new connections and plenty more After Hours to come!