An interactive webinar combining learning and discussion around how mutuality and co-operation can collectively solve a problem and form foundations for shared ownership amongst olive growers. Will cover the foundations of ‘what is a co-op’ with case studies shared for inspiration and discussion.

(Matakana Olive Co-operative Webinar – a second webinar on the topic, sharing the experience of a successful olive co-operative in practice, will be held on the 19th of February at 11am AEDT. Click here for more details).

Register for this FREE webinar by clicking on the button below to receive the meeting link. For those unable to attend on the day or who would like to reference again in the future, a link to a recording of the webinar will be sent via email to registrants within days following the webinar.

Presented by: Clare Fountain, Clare Fountain from Co-operative Bonds supported by the Business Council of Co-operatives and Mutuals (BCCM)

Clare Fountain is a highly experienced and dedicated professional who has been instrumental in supporting member-owned, purpose-driven, and small business enterprises in building resilience and achieving sustainable success. With a holistic and methodical approach, Clare excels in complex situations by considering multiple influencing factors and developing clear, staged strategies to deliver agreed outcomes. She has contributed to national government-funded co-op development programs Farming Together and Co-operative Farming, and is currently contributing to the Care Together program of the BCCM.

The Business Council of Co-operatives and Mutuals (BCCM) is the peak body for co-operatives and mutuals in Australia. Co-ops and mutuals are member-owned businesses formed to benefit the people who use them rather than shareholders. They put people, not profit, at the centre of the enterprise.