Alpine Shire Business Mentoring Program

Alpine Shire Council is offering a targeted Business Mentoring Program for small businesses across the Alpine Shire, funded by Regional Development Victoria in response to the Porepunkah security incident. This initiative is open to small businesses operating within the Shire and is designed to provide practical, confidential support to help strengthen operations, restore confidence, and plan for the future.

Community Business Connect has been engaged by Alpine Shire to deliver the program locally. Through this dedicated webpage, participating businesses will be able to review a panel of experienced advisors and select the one-on-one mentoring support that best suits their needs. Assistance may include business planning, financial capability, marketing strategy, digital improvement, and operational review, with sessions tailored to each business and focused on clear, achievable outcomes.

As a locally embedded social enterprise within the AgBiz Assist Group, Community Business Connect understands the realities of running a business in the Alpine Shire. Our advisors live and work in the region, bringing practical experience and local knowledge to ensure support is relevant, responsive, and grounded in the needs of the community.

Eligible small businesses in the Alpine Shire are encouraged to register their interest and connect with an advisor.