Out and About: celebrating Members

March 1, 2025

The past few weeks have been a whirlwind of events, providing valuable opportunities to connect with retailers, suppliers, and industry leaders.

Mikaela McKenzie and Martin Stirling attended the IGA QNN Business Meeting and Awards of Excellence Dinner in Brisbane, where they engaged with key stakeholders and celebrated outstanding achievements in the independent retail sector. Mikaela also attended the IGA NSW/ACT Autumn State Meeting and Awards of Excellence Dinner, gaining further insights into the evolving retail landscape.

Meanwhile, Martin Stirling and David Inall participated in the AUR FoodWorks Conference in Adelaide, followed by the IGA SA/NT State Meeting, where David presented to attendees before the Awards of Excellence Dinner. These events provided an excellent platform to discuss industry trends and advocate for independent retailers.

Mikaela and Nicola Russell, alongside Kelly Cunningham from Your Leasing Co, exhibited at the Retail Property Marketplace in Sydney, showcasing opportunities for retailers in the leasing space. Additionally, Mikaela took the stage at the Association Forum Membership Summit, where she joined a panel discussion on Unlocking the Full Potential of Membership through Association Operations, sharing insights on strengthening member engagement.

These events reinforce our ongoing commitment to supporting independent retailers and advocating for their success. We look forward to continuing these valuable conversations and collaborations across the industry.

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Photos L-R: 2025 VIC IGA AWARDS of EXCELLENCE DINNER: Nicola Russell Member Engagement Coordinator MGAIBA, David Inall CEO MGAIBA, and MGAIBA Board Director, Jeff Harper VIC. 2025 AUR FOODWORKS CONFERENCE: MGAIBA Board Director, Ripple Parekh NSW with Martin Stirling, Director Legal Services, MGAIBA. ASSOCIATIONS FORUM, NSW: Mikaela McKenzie (2nd left) Director, Member Engagement MGAIBA. IGA QNN STATE MEETING: Martin Stirling. RETAIL PROPERTY MARKETPLACE: Kelly Cunningham Managing Director Your Leasing Co. with Nicola Russell and Mikaela McKenzie.

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