Greater Digital Skills
Digital Futurist Forum
50+ attendees
Businesses Expressed Interest in the Program
39+
Program places offered
25
Building Greater Digital Skills
Delivered Program Activities
Digital Futurist Forum
The Digital Futurist Forum is the first event in the Greater Digital Skills Program and is the first step for local business owners and operators interested in improving and advancing their digital skills to address workforce challenges and improve productivity.
Local Masterclasses to practical skills
Three digital masterclasses were delivered in each Local Government Area (LGA), as part of the program. These classes provide practical hands-on sessions designed to directly improve businesses digital skills, tailored specifically for the Greater Whitsunday region.
Online Mentoring
The program includes fortnightly small group online mentoring sessions for participants, where they receive dedicated support and gain motivation and accountability. The ongoing mentorship also gives participants personalised advice to ensure their digital projects thrive and goals are met.
Collaborate and Connect
The Greater Digital Skills Program gives participants the chance to join a network of SME peers on the same digital journey. The collaboration is a space to share experiences, overcome challenges together and grow with peer-to-peer learning and expert mentorship.
Participant Feedback
22%
of respondents said “Massive leap forward. I’ve gone from unsure to confident using AI for multiple tasks.”
55%
of respondents said “Big improvement. I now understand where AI fits and how to use it effectively.”
22%
of respondents said “Making progress. I’m experimenting more and feeling less overwhelmed by AI.”
Digital Futurist Forum
Event Highlights
Partners
WIN News coverage
“Regional businesses have had the chance to enhance their digital skills, in a bid to improve productivity.”
– WIN News Mackay
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Connect Greater Whitsunday
Regional Connectivity Projects
Report - November 2024
Greater Whitsunday Alliance
Annual Report
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Greater Whitsunday Workforce
Development
Playbook
Connect Greater Whitsunday
Regional Connectivity Projects
Report - November 2024
Greater Whitsunday Alliance
Annual Report
2023 - 2024
Greater Whitsunday Workforce
Development
Playbook
Connect Greater Whitsunday
Regional Connectivity Projects
Report - November 2024
Greater Whitsunday Alliance
Annual Report
2023 - 2024
Greater Whitsunday Workforce
Development
Playbook