Industry groups join forces

STRENGTH IN PARTNERSHIPS... Key advocacy groups have recently met to share priority areas and projects for the year. Pictured is Greater Shepparton Business Network President Stephen Schneider, Destination Goulburn Valley board chair, Eugenie Stragalinos and Committee for Greater Shepparton board chair, Leigh Findlay. Photo: Supplied

THREE leading Goulburn Valley advocacy groups have recently come together to share priority areas and projects for 2024.

The combined business expertise, industry networks reach and proven track record of Committee for Greater Shepparton (C4GS), Destination Goulburn Valley (DGV) and the Greater Shepparton Business Network (GSBN) to advocate on behalf of the region will see mutual benefits for the Goulburn Valley, the partners they represent, and broader stakeholder groups.

STRENGTH IN PARTNERSHIPS… Key advocacy groups have recently met to share priority areas and projects for the year. Pictured is Greater Shepparton Business Network President Stephen Schneider, Destination Goulburn Valley board chair, Eugenie Stragalinos and Committee for Greater Shepparton board chair, Leigh Findlay. Photo: Supplied

Eugenie Stragalinos, DGV’s board chair, acknowledged that all three groups are similar in their vision, “To influence, advocate and work to strengthen the economy and make our region a more vibrant place to live. It makes sense that the three entities have come together in a collaborative way to share ideas, key objectives and how we can best combine our expertise to maximise our opportunities,” said Eugenie.

Stephen Schneider, GSBN president and Leigh Findlay, board chair of C4GS are both proud to be working in collaboration with DGV.

“When the three groups came together recently, there was clear alignment of values, a synergy in how we work and an understanding of the region’s strengths and opportunities,” said Stephen.

The group recently shared their key projects and focus areas for 2024, and beyond. The group have committed to meeting on a quarterly basis and look forward to continuing their key advocacy of the region.