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BlueStar Business Conference 2023

11 – 12 October 2023
Radisson Blu Hotel, Durban Umhlanga

Elevating Growth

Unlock new opportunities. Revolutionise your approach. Tap into new markets. Break new ground.

Join us at the highly-anticipated BlueStar Financial Advisers' flagship annual event for a unique opportunity to immerse yourself in a vibrant atmosphere of learning, growth, and networking. This event offers a unique opportunity to immerse yourself in a vibrant atmosphere of learning and growth. Building on the success of our previous events, this conference continues to redefine the way we connect and engage in our ever-evolving industry landscape.

The line-up is meticulously designed to empower you with the necessary tools, strategies, and insights to unlock untapped opportunities in a fast-paced and ever-changing business landscape, delving into:

  • Business diversification
  • Human-centred leadership
  • Strengthening the physical focus
  • Niche growth opportunities
  • And much more…

Expect stimulating content that will challenge your thinking, expand your horizons, and inspire you to take your practice to new heights.

Register now and secure your spot at the BlueStar Conference 2023. See you there.

Registration

Register to confirm your attendance.

Programme

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Logistics

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Additional Info

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Registration

To confirm your attendance, you need to complete the electronic registration form in full.

Please register here. Registration closes on Friday, 15 September 2023.

  • Wednesday, 11 October to Thursday, 12 October
  • BlueStar Authorised Principals and Management Outsourced BlueStar business owners are invited to attend the conference
  • Flight arrangements
  • Any other transport arrangements, i.e. private transport, car hire, etc.
  • Accommodation
  • Dinner for both evenings for partner
  • Namibian delegates to contact Salome Brinkman with regards to costs
  • No more than one BlueStar business owner/shareholder/Authorised Principal per BlueStar business
  • Previous winners and 2022 qualifiers can invite one additional attendee to the conference. This can be any professional within the business
  • For the delegates mentioned above, the following will be covered:
    • Conference cost
    • Lunch (both days)
    • Dinner (both days)
    • Speakers
    • Gala dinner
    • Entertainment
    • Complementary airport transport at stipulated times

Programme

Day 1 – Wednesday, 11 October 2023

10:00 - 11:00 Arrival & registration
11:00 - 11:10 Opening & welcome
11:10 - 13:45 Conference
13:45 - 14:30 Lunch
14:30 - 15:30 Conference
15:30 - 16:00 Break
16:00 - 17:00 Conference
17:00 - 17:10 Closing
19:00 - 22:00 Informal Dinner

Day 2 – Thursday, 12 October 2023

08:00 - 08:30 Arrival & registration
08:30 - 08:50 Welcome
08:50 - 10:00 Conference
10:00 - 10:30 Break
10:30 - 12:15 Conference
12:15 - 13:00 Lunch
13:00 - 13:45 Conference
13:45 - 14:00 Closing
19:00 - 19:30 Pre-drinks
19:30 - 23:00 Gala dinner

Business diversification

New perspectives. New ways. Unlocking new opportunities

Business diversification is vital for financial advisers as it minimises risk, opens new revenue streams, and ensures adaptability, resilience and relevance in a dynamic market. This conference promises to offer fresh perspectives and innovative strategies for business diversification. Palesa Dube, SA Planner of the year 2022, draws on her professional journey to share insights on the power of perseverance, grit and continuous development, and how to achieve growth despite the obstacles.

Human-centred leadership

Unleashing the power of empathy

Empathy fuels business growth by fostering trust-based client relationships, resulting in enhanced satisfaction, loyalty, and referrals. It also has the potential to create a positive work environment, increasing employee productivity. Discover how to show up as a human-centred leader not only in your teams but also with your clients, enhancing loyalty and trust.

Strengthening the physical focus

Balancing physical and digital

By combining the personal touch of face-to-face interactions with the reach and efficiency of digital platforms, advisers are better able to create meaningful connections and scale their business in ways that resonate with clients. We uncover more about how technology can be utilised to scale your business effectively, as well as the digital tools and techniques that could optimise your business, enhance visibility, and drive success.

Niche growth opportunities

Growth strategies for tapping into new markets

Tapping into niche markets enhances a financial adviser's chance of success by enabling them to specialize, differentiate, and cater to a specific audience with unique needs. Hear from industry experts who will share insights on how to tap into unexplored territories.

Sponsorships

Information to follow.

Logistics

Conference venue

Radisson Blu Hotel,
Durban Umhlanga
7 Lagoon Drive,
Umhlanga, Durban,
4320

Directions

For directions to the venue, please download the map.

About the hotel

Find out more about the Radisson Blu Hotel, Umhlanga, Durban.

Delegates are responsible for their own accommodation arrangements and the cost will be for their own account.

  • Sanlam staff and management to book all accommodation via Tourvest on TravelIT
  • BlueStar businesses can book their accommodation via Tourvest on TravelIT
  • Delegates who do not have access to the TravellT system to follow booking instructions below
  • Please note that the accommodation is on a first come first served basis
  • We have not secured rooms at the Radisson Blu Hotel, Durban Umhlanga. You can book this hotel via Travel IT or contact the hotel directly
  • We have secured rooms on a first come first serve basis at the Protea Hotel Durban Umhlanga and The Capital Pearls which is within walking distance. Other options within walking distance are the Oyster Box and Southern Sun Beverly Hills

Protea Hotel
Durban Umhlanga

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Standard single room (1 guest) R1 950.00 per person per night
Standard double room (2 guests) R2 450.00 per room per night

Click here to book.

The Capital Pearls

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Luxury studio (2 guests) R2 750.00 per room per night
Superior Studio (2 guests) R3 190.00 per room per night
2 Bedroom apartment (4 guests) R5 680.00 per apartment per night

Click here to book.

Transport information

Complementary airport transport will be arranged on the set dates and times listed below. Please keep these times in mind when making flight arrangements.

Should flight arrangements be on a different time schedule, it will be the responsibility of the delegate to arrange their own transport and it will be for their own account.

Airport transport departures as per the times listed below:

  • Tuesday, 10 October 2023
  • King Shaka International Airport to Radisson Blu Hotel, Durban Umhlanga at 10:30, 14:00 and 17:30

  • Wednesday, 11 October 2023
  • King Shaka International Airport to Radisson Blu Hotel, Durban Umhlanga at 09:00 and 09:30

  • Friday, 13 October 2023
  • Radisson Blu Hotel, Durban Umhlanga to King Shaka International Airport at 09:00 and 10:00

Flight information

  • Delegates are responsible for their own flight arrangements and the cost will be for their own account
  • Sanlam support staff and management to book all flights via Tourvest on TravelIT
  • BlueStar businesses can also book their flights via Tourvest on TravelIT
  • Please ensure that you book your flights timeously to join us at registration between 10:00 – 11:00 on Wednesday, 11 October 2023
  • The conference officially closes after the gala dinner on Thursday, 12 October 2023; you can therefore book your return flights for Friday, 13 October 2023

Additional information

Wednesday, 11 October 2023

Informal evening function from 19:00 to 22:00

Partner cost: R600 per person


Thursday, 12 October 2023

BlueStar Business of the Year Awards dinner 2023

Pre-drinks at 19:00

Gala dinner from 19:30 to 23:00

Partner cost: R600 per person

Conference Smart casual
Informal evening function (Wednesday) Casual
Gala dinner (Thursday) Formal (black tie/dark suit)

Zoom recordings to follow.

Andre Saville - Beyond BoundriesDownload Presentation
Elizabeth Lee Ming - Digital MarketingDownload Presentation
Fortune Gamanya - Purpose-led impactDownload Presentation
Jabu Zwane - Build an upward mindset; Adjust, Adapt and ConquerDownload Presentation
Katie Braden - Power of videoDownload Presentation
Heinrich Punt & Jon Mackintosh- Elevating your business journeyDownload Presentation
Songezo Masiso- The power of partnershipsDownload Presentation
Dean Furman - ChatGPTDownload Presentation
Palesa Dube - Cullivating ExcellenceDownload Presentation
Parusha Naidoo - A digital revolutionDownload Presentation

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