FAQ

Frequently Asked Questions

+ What is the Primary Aim of Brisbane Platinum Partners?

Brisbane Platinum Partners is an independent group of service providers based in Brisbane. Our aim is to build a cohesive, harmonious group of business professionals. We are committed to sharing our knowledge and resources to actively help each member prosper through quality referrals and introductions to grow their business.

+ What benefits does BPP offer its members?
  1. Introduction to quality business opportunities and new clients
  2. Professional development to build your confidence and knowledge
  3. Fortnightly business meetings to share your achievements
  4. Educational and informative presentations by members covering aspects of business and professional development.
  5. Introduction to new business contacts resulting from visitors to our BPP meetings
  6. Business promotion via social media, videos, and face-to-face presentations
  7. Access to a team of trusted and experienced professionals for advice and counsel
+ What topics are covered in BPP Presentations?

Our focus is to help our members develop as effective business leaders. We provide educational presentations to include a variety of topics. These are typically delivered by our members who are all highly experienced professionals with specific skill sets.

Topics include:

  1. Storytelling and brand development
  2. Presentation tips, video and face-to-face
  3. Building virtual business connections via Linkedin
  4. Digital marketing – websites
  5. Power of video – storytelling
  6. Developing visual branding – graphic design
  7. Printing as a marketing tool
  8. Sales recruitment and training
  9. Improving Bookkeeping
  10. Accounting for profit
  11. Using technology to improve business efficiencies
  12. Understanding financial markets – retirement planning
  13. Property Market Updates- selling your home
  14. Understanding residential and commercial lending
  15. Managing fundraising and corporate events in COVID environment
+ What are my obligations as a member?
  • Only promote one core business
  • Attend meetings consistently and connect with members in person and online
  • Make introductions to people who would benefit from the services provided by our members
  • Support social media activities of the group
  • Invite visitors to attend our group meetings
  • Respect interests of other members in the group when referring work or bringing visitors
+ What are the categories?
  1. Residential Property Sales
  2. Website Development
  3. Graphic Design
  4. Printing services
  5. Bookkeeping
  6. Accounting
  7. Video/Photographic services
  8. Marketing Communication Services
  9. Catering services
  10. Financial Planning
  11. Recruitment Services
  12. Health and Wellbeing (eg dentistry, fitness, skincare, nutritionist, optometrists, addiction consultants, mental health providers)
  13. Insurance services
  14. Legal services (family law, conveyancing, business)
  15. Business advisors
  16. Career advisors
  17. Debt collection
  18. Products related businesses (gifts, homeware, manufacturing)
  19. Commercial and Residential Cleaning services
  20. Landscaping / gardening services
  21. Construction/ Property Services (eg. architect, interior design/ stylist, builder, plumbing, electrical, pest inspections)
  22. Personal stylists and image consulting services
+ How often do you meet?

Bi Monthly, on the second and fourth Friday of each month. We may modify the schedule to accommodate Public Holidays.

+ Where do you meet?

We meet at the Paddo Tavern, 186 Given Terrace, Paddington. FREE onsite parking is available. The cost of attending as a visitor is $20, this covers coffee and hot breakfast.

+ What's the meeting format?

Members arrive at 6:45am for informal networking. The meeting proper commences at 7.15am. Each meeting will feature welcomes and introductions, member success stories, closed business and referrals, a breakout networking session plus a member keynote. The meeting closes at 7.30am.

+ How many referrals can I expect to receive?

Being part of Brisbane Platinum Partners is an opportunity to grow your business through qualified referrals and introductions. However, this is dependent on members getting to know and trust that services will be provided ethically and at a high standard. It also requires members to build rapport will fellow members through actively learning about each other’s business and working together to introduce potential clients.

Being visible and staying top of mind by attending meetings and supporting each other through social media is another way to develop trust and increase potential of referrals. Not all services are easy to refer. Some have a long lead time. Others require a deeper understanding. Through educating and communicating with fellow members you can increase referrals for your business.

As well as referrals, you will receive many intangible benefits including professional development and support from fellow members to improve your business.

Of course, people will be more inclined to refer business to you, if they see you are referring business to others. It’s very much about giving as much or more, than you receive.

Members who adhere to these values will find their investment of time and resources deliver both financial and professional rewards.

+ How do I join?

To become a valued member of our Brisbane Platinum Partners Team we’d like to get to know you first. Likewise, we want you to become familiar with our business breakfast meetings and format as well as connect with our members. The best way to do this is to see us in action.

Here’s what you need to do:

  • Attend two meeting as a visitor to observe the meetings
  • Complete an application form with two referees
  • Pay membership fee of $240 for 12 months

Once the application form is received by our leadership team, we will be in touch to organise an informal chat about your business and learn more about you.

Two of our members will be present for the membership meeting to allow you to obtain difference perspectives.

Once the meeting is held, and you wish to continue with your application, our team will check referees and advise members of your pending application. Our members can provide their input which is considered when determining new member applications.

Your application is formerly approved on payment of a membership fee.

+ What are the costs?

The only cost is the membership application fee. This is paid on acceptance of your membership. At this stage there are no other mandatory costs.

Once membership is accepted and payment made, the fee is non refunded. If membership is held for less than one month and needs to be relinquished due to illness or other significant event, this will be reviewed by the leadership team.

Currently fees are:

  • $150 for six months
  • $240 for 12 months

Membership is effective from your commencement date, and renewable on the anniversary of that date.

The cost of the bi monthly breakfast is $35.

Partners

Become a Sponsor!

Interested in becoming a sponsor of Brisbane Platinum Partners? Our Management Team would be happy to meet with you to discuss the benefits.