# Event Details - **Event Name**: Pro Skills for Creatives | Creative System Thinking - **Event Start and End Date**: Sat, 19 Sep, 2026 at 10:00 am – Sat, 19 Sep, 2026 at 12:00 pm (+10:00) - **Event Description**: Ensure the longevity of a creative or cultural business, with the help of technology.About this EventThere’s nothing wrong with paper and pen, but increasingly we need to use digital tools to help us with our usual professional processes. The Creative Systems Thinking workshop takes the time to discuss ways to ensure the longevity of a creative or cultural business, with the help of technology, by looking at the practical and every-day topics where digital processes can start to make a difference, including admin organisation, project management, financials, people and marketing.KEY INFORMATIONWhen – Saturday 19 September, 10:00am – 12:00pmWhere - Lakeside Hotel & Conference Centre ( Lakeview Room) - 1 Executive Rd, Macquarie ParkParking: Parking available onsite. An access code will be sent to you prior to the workshop. Cost - This workshop is free but registration via Eventbrite is essential. Places are limited.WHO IS THIS WORKSHOP FOR?Come along if you are a creative of any level – from recent graduate or curious hobbyist to a freelancer or an established arts practitioner. This workshop is open to anyone who lives, works, studies or plays in the City of Ryde.WHAT YOU'LL GETLifetime access to a dedicated Dropbox folder full of additional resources and workbooks to help continue the learning after the workshop is over. Access to additional free webinars to supplement the material covered in the workshop.WORKSHOP FACILITATORMonica Davidson, Director of Creative Plus Business GroupMonica Davidson is an award-winning expert on the creative industries, who began her professional life as a freelance journalist and filmmaker. In 2014 Monica completed her Masters degree in Screen Arts and Business at AFTRS, and was appointed as the first NSW Creative Industries Business Advisor by the Department of Industry. Shortly after she founded the social enterprise Creative Plus Business, which is dedicated to educating creative people about small business and marketing skills. In 2019, Monica was awarded the QUT Creative Enterprise Australia award for being a Creative Trailblazer that “advocates, mentors, donates, educates and advises within Australia’s creative economy”. Monica continues to work as a writer, filmmaker and occasional performer.PROFESSIONAL SKILLS FOR CREATIVESThis workshop is part of a series of free professionally run workshops teaching business and professional skills to creatives in the City of Ryde. These workshops are an opportunity to get expert advice and meet other local creatives.You can see the full program at www.ryde.nsw.gov.au/Community/Arts-and-Culture/Professional-Skills-for-Creatives. - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/macquarie-park/pro-skills-for-creatives-creative-system-thinking/100001998515801561 - **Event Categories**: workshops, art, performances, literary-art, entertainment, virtual, webinar, business, conferences - **Interested Audience**: - total_interested_count: 0 - **Event Highlights**: - Duration: 2 hours - Location: Lakeside Hotel and Conference Centre - Languages: English ## Ticket Details - **Ticket Price Range**: min: 0, max: 0, currency: AUD ## Event venue details - **city**: Macquarie Park - **state**: NS - **country**: Australia - **location**: Lakeside Hotel and Conference Centre - **lat**: -33.7713417 - **long**: 151.1161058 - **full address**: Lakeside Hotel and Conference Centre, 1 Executive Rd, Macquarie Park, Australia ## Event gallery - **Alt text**: Pro Skills for Creatives | Creative System Thinking - **Image URL**: https://cdn-az.allevents.in/events9/banners/7c7520ab0273a4f0d90e673c8f3fe87859ba119b23900960eb5e888307912208-rimg-w1200-h803-dc080808-gmir.jpg?v=1787608329 ## FAQs - **Q**: When and where is Pro Skills for Creatives | Creative System Thinking being held? - **A:** Pro Skills for Creatives | Creative System Thinking takes place on Sat, 19 Sep, 2026 at 10:00 am to Sat, 19 Sep, 2026 at 12:00 pm at Lakeside Hotel and Conference Centre, 1 Executive Rd, Macquarie Park, Australia. - **Q**: Who is organizing Pro Skills for Creatives | Creative System Thinking? - **A:** Pro Skills for Creatives | Creative System Thinking is organized by City of Ryde. - **Q**: Who is this event for? Is it right for me? - **A:** Pro Skills for Creatives | Creative System Thinking is ideal for curious learners, students, and skill-builders looking to gain hands-on knowledge and practical expertise in a focused, interactive setting. Whether you're a first-time attendee or a longtime enthusiast in Macquarie Park, this event is thoughtfully curated to deliver a standout experience worth every moment. 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