Melbourne · 2026
Conference 2026
Agenda
Where
Hotel Chadstone Melbourne MGallery
When
Friday 9th - Sunday 11th October
Registration from 3:00 pm Friday
Event & expo partners
A special thank you to all of our event and expo partners.
Working Agenda
The programme
*Subject to change but all start and end times are exact.
Friday
Registration, welcome & networking
Friday: Registration
3:00 pm – 5:00 pm
Registration
Location: Pre-function Area, Hotel Chadstone
What to expect: Grab your registration pack from the @p HQ team at the registration desk. There’s some important goodies in your pack that will help you navigate your way around the weekend.
Friday Night: Welcome & Networking
7:00 pm – 11:00 pm
Welcome Drinks
Location: Urban Alley, Level 1, Social Quarter, Chadstone
Dress code: Make an Effort
What to expect: A relaxed, high-vibe opening event. This is your first opportunity to network, connect, and share a laugh with the network in a casual setting. And a special surprise with our wonderful merch partner Slyletica and some icons from the network.
Saturday
Keynotes, deep dives & the Gala
Saturday Morning: Keynotes & Speed Dating
6:30 am – 7:15 am
Sound Healing Activation with Lucy Ennis
Location: Atlus East/West, Hotel Chadstone
Secure a spot: Keep an eye on your email for a message from our partner KRUNK
7:00 am – 8:30 am
Breakfast
8:30 am – 9:00 am
Doors Open & Networking
Location: Ballroom B & C, Hotel Chadstone
Dress code: Be comfortable and ready to move
9:00 am – 10:00 am
Keynote Speaker: Our CEO, Tara Jarrett
Session: A special address
10:00 am – 11:00 am
Partner Exchange: Business Speed Dating
Location: Exhibition Space / Ballroom
Partner note: Active Session. Meet with a host of our fantastic partners and ventures.
11:00 am – 12:15 pm
Keynote Speaker: Emmett Williams
Session: MD at ABC Fitness APAC
12:15 pm – 1:15 pm
Networking Lunch
Buffet Lunch: Prefunction Area
Saturday Afternoon: Deep Dives & Insights
1:15 pm – 3:40 pm
3 x Activation Rotations
Movement Session
Be ready to learn some amazing new skills with our sensational partners at Core Collab.
Sales & Marketing
Get the latest industry winning tactics from Raa Newcombe, CEO of ads agency partner Expandus & Michelle House, CMO of @ pilates 24/7.
Partner Exchange
Enjoyed speed dating? This session will give you the opportunity to have deeper conversations with the partners of your choosing. Some franchisees will also be recording with Tommy Jackett.
3:40 pm – 4:00 pm
Afternoon Tea & Full Event Group Photo
4:00 pm – 5:00 pm
Panel Session
Tiffany Kokkinopoulos, North Adelaide;
Mel Wakefield, Arana Hills;
Shaun Coles, Mt Maunganui;
Andrea Noonan & Gina Stewert, Bendigo;
Hayley Davis, Palm Beach;
Alisha Edwards, Kew
Moderated by Christian Burgess, Yeppoon, Gladstone & @p HQ.
5:00 pm
Business Sessions Conclude
Note: Now it’s time to get ready for the gala evening.
Saturday Night: Awards & Celebration
6:45 pm – 11:00 pm
Gala Awards Night
Location: Ballroom B & C
Dress Code: Dress to Impress
What to Expect: Hosted by our Head of Growth & Expansion, Mitchell Jarrett, we’ll enjoy a premium sit-down dinner acknowledging excellence across 8 major categories. Then be ready to dance the night away!
Sunday
Workshops & closing
Sunday Morning: Workshops & Closing
6:30 am – 8:45 am
A slow start and breakfast
Note: May be easier to check-out of your rooms prior to the morning session.
8:45 am
Day 3 Opening
Note: Enjoy a relaxed morning check-in. Grab your coffee and make your way to the Ballroom for our final day.
9:00 am – 10:15 am
Core Collab Workshop
10:15 am – 11:15 am
Keynote Speaker: Christian Burgess
Global Performance Manager, @pilates 24/7
11:15 am – 11:45 am
Closing Session & Farewell Group Photo
11:45 am
Event Concludes
