Mutual Mindset: An Introduction to Co-operatives and Mutuals

27 August 2024 2:00 pm - 4:00 pm

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Mutual mindset: An introduction to co-operatives and mutuals course

Mutual Mindset: An Introduction to Co-operatives and Mutuals

Do you have new employees unfamiliar with co-operative and mutual structures and their purpose? Or do you have directors and executives looking to deepen their knowledge of the sector? This is a 2-hour online program designed to provide a general introduction to the co-ops and mutual industry in Australia and globally.

This course is suitable for anyone new to co-operatives and mutuals and those looking for a refresher and information on the live sector. It can be tailored to your existing induction training program, or your employees can take one of our online classes throughout the year.

It is facilitated by well-known co-operative development expert Antony McMullen and includes live interaction and two guest speakers.

Watch past guest speaker interviews.

About this course

The key objective is to educate and inspire people working in the sector to understand more about the unique role and contribution of co-operatives and mutuals to help them in their role in their co-operative or mutual, whether frontline staff, management or directors. It will help build a meaningful connection between the employee and the wider co-operative and mutual sector, as well as strengthen the relationship with their individual employer.

This is achieved through a deeper understanding of the fundamental principles which underpin co-operatives and mutuals as businesses that put purpose, people, and communities at the heart of the enterprise.

It is delivered in a live, interactive webinar structure with a unique live Q&A with two sector leaders. Knowledge is delivered in a fun and accessible format.

By undertaking the course, your employees will learn:

  1. About the co-operative and mutual business model and how it is different to other kinds of business structures.
  2. About the purpose of co-ops and mutuals and how they are structured to benefit members.
  3. Some real examples of co-ops and mutuals through case studies.
  4. How co-ops and mutuals are started here and around the world.
  5. Why working for a co-op or mutual matters – in live conversations with two senior co-op or mutual business leaders.

Learning outcomes

Upon completing the course, attendees will be able to demonstrate their understanding of:

  • The size, scale and impact of the co-op and mutual sector in Australia.
  • The unique nature and fundamental concepts of co-operative and mutual businesses.
  • Similarities and differences from other business models, including shareholder-owned businesses.
  • The origins and development of co-operatives and mutuals in Australia and overseas (including mutual ADIs, Friendly Societies and agricultural and retail co-ops).
  • The seven global co-operative principles and the three mutual values.
  • Why co-operatives and mutuals matter to a sustainable economy and society.

Length: 2 hours

Delivery mode: Online

Professional development: 2 CPD points are awarded

Guest speakers

Kerrie Nayler

Kerrie Nayler, Senior Manager Corporate Affairs, Change and Communications, P&N Group (P&N Bank and BCU Bank)

Kerrie is a senior leadership professional who has spent over 20 years in banking, 15 of those in the customer-owned banking sector working across communications, corporate affairs, community, brand, and marketing.

With experience also in the media, hospitality and tourism sectors, Kerrie reconnected with her passion for customer-owned banking 12 years ago when she joined P&N Group (through WA’s P&N Bank). Kerrie has a wealth of knowledge of the industry, having seen first-hand the significant and rapid changes the banking sector has experienced, particularly in the areas of culture, payments, digital transformation and compliance.

Kerrie’s areas of expertise include stakeholder engagement and advocacy, strategic, corporate and crisis communication and media management. Kerrie embraces professional and personal development opportunities and is particularly passionate about leadership and supporting emerging leaders, actively participating in P&N Group’s mentorship program. She recently added leadership of the Enterprise Change Management function to her remit.

 

Zane Alcorn, founding member of Earthworker Construction Co-operative

Zane Alcorn is a qualified carpenter who also has a bachelor degree in architectural science and a certificate IV in building and construction.

Zane has been involved in grassroots climate and energy campaigns as well as refugee, anti fascist and anti war campaigns since the mid 2000s and has been a rank and file member of the CFMEU since 2015.

Zane also volunteers with community radio station 3CR in Melbourne as part of the green left radio team, and has written for green left and reneweconomy. Zane is a founding member of Earthworker Construction Cooperative.

Cost

  • BCCM Member (1–9 registrations) – $253 plus GST and booking fee
  • BCCM Member (10+ registrations) – $197 plus GST and booking fee
  • Non-BCCM Members – $454 plus GST and booking fee

Register

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Details

Date:
27 August 2024
Time:
2:00 pm - 4:00 pm
Cost:
$286

Organizer

BCCM

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Introduction to CMEs

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