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SUMMARY:Sustainability Strategy for Co-operatives and Mutuals course - Module 2 launches
DESCRIPTION:A new internationally accredited training programme with consultancy input focussing on the ‘E’ in ESG and helping CMEs respond to the net zero imperative\nThe BCCM is launching a world-first accredited sustainability training programme for co-operative and mutual enterprises (CMEs) developed by sustainability strategist and educator Peter Watts. This will help CME leaders to understand key sustainability issues and equip them to lead their organisation in developing a strategy (or improving an existing one). \n\nDo you understand the opportunities from the low-carbon transition?\nAre you ‘E ready’ in your ESG framework? Do you have a strategy in place? Does your existing one need an overhaul\, or are you starting from scratch?\nDo you feel equipped to discuss environmental/sustainability issues with your internal and external stakeholders? For example\, senior team\, employees\, members\, etc.\nDo you feel you understand different accreditations\, ESG frameworks and reporting standards?\n\nThe training course consists of recorded lectures and self-directed learning with live tutor-led workshops across three modules (7-8 hours per module). Participants will develop an actionable plan to protect their members and build value and resilience for the future. The course will finish with a one-on-one session with Peter to review and refine their approach. \n\nModule 1 – Foundations\nModule 2 – Action\nModule 3 – Transformation\n\nThe course is accredited by the international sustainability body IEMA whose mission it is to Transform the World to Sustainability. Upon completion\, participants are awarded an IEMA Certificate and CPD points. \nModule 1 is now open\, with content accessible for 18 months to allow you to complete your actionable strategy. Buy online today with generous member discounts. \nRead more about this course and its three modules. Module 1 now open online.
URL:https://bccm.coop/event/sustainability-strategy-for-co-operatives-and-mutuals-course-module-2-launches/
LOCATION:Online
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SUMMARY:Employee ownership - so what? What it means for your employees to be owners
DESCRIPTION:Partner event \nSimon Lincoln of Make Architects and Janna DeVylder of Meld Studios will be guests for the next EOA Experts Panel webinar to discuss Employee Ownership – So What? What it means for your employees to be owners. \nThis webinar will be held on Wednesday\, 17 May 2023 at 10 AM (AEST). \nAfter registering\, you will receive a confirmation email with information on how to join the webinar.
URL:https://bccm.coop/event/employee-ownership-so-what-what-it-means-for-your-employees-to-be-owners/
LOCATION:Online
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Sydney:20230522T160000
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SUMMARY:Sustainable Mutual Business Community of Practice
DESCRIPTION:Invitation only – BCCM member meeting \nThe BCCM’s new Sustainable Mutual Business Community of Practice is a forum exclusively for BCCM members to share knowledge and practice on environmental\, social and governance sustainability. \nThere will be two workstreams to these sessions\, one concentrating on environment and the second on social and mutual value \nFor information\, please contact info@bccm.coop.
URL:https://bccm.coop/event/sustainable-mutual-business-community-of-practice-may2023/
LOCATION:Online
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SUMMARY:MVM European launch
DESCRIPTION:Invitation-only \nHow does a cooperative or mutual measure the value it creates? \nCan accounting frameworks and standards alone enable a holistic measurement? \nThe European launch of the Mutual Value Measurement (MVM) Framework© is an invitation-only\, free and exclusive event. \nThe MVM Framework was developed by industry and researchers from Monash Business School\, Melbourne\, Australia and Warwick Business School in partnership with Australia’s Business Council of Cooperatives and Mutuals (BCCM). \nThis groundbreaking mutual impact framework provides cooperatives and mutuals with a holistic and strategic approach to measuring and communicating purpose and value. Hear from Australian\, UK and US-based cooperatives and mutuals who have adopted the MVM Framework about the difference MVM makes in their businesses. The research team\, who developed MVM with industry\, will share key insights about the competitive advantages of mutual value accounting. \nSpeakers and participants\nMutual Value Measurement practitioners \n\nAndrew Haigh\, CEO\, Newcastle Building Society\, UK\nMatt Rutter\, CEO\, Geraldton Fishermen’s Co-operative\, Australia\nAnn Gergen\, Executive Director\, AGRiP\, USA\n\nExpert panel participants \n\nRobin Fieth\, CEO\, Building Societies Association\nRose Marley\, CEO\, Co-operatives UK\nAndrew Whyte\, CEO\, Association of Financial Mutuals\nPeter Hunt\, Managing Partner\, Mutuo (Facilitator)\n\nMutual Value Measurement design team \n\nDr Paul Thambar\, Monash Business School\, Monash University\, Australia\nProfessor Yuval Millo\, Warwick Business School\, Warwick University\, UK\nMelina Morrison\, CEO\, Business Council of Co-operatives and Mutuals\, Australia
URL:https://bccm.coop/event/mvm-european-launch/
LOCATION:The Shard\, The Shard\, 32 London Bridge St\, London\, United Kingdom
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SUMMARY:An Introduction to Co-operatives and Mutuals
DESCRIPTION:Mutual mindset: An introduction to co-operatives and mutuals\nDo 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. \nThis 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. \nIt is facilitated by well-known co-operative development expert Antony McMullen and includes live interaction and two guest speakers. \nAbout this course\nThe 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 CME\, whether frontline staff\, management or directors. It will help build a meaningful connection between the employee and the wider CME sector\, as well as strengthen the relationship with their individual employer. \nThis is achieved through a deeper understanding of the fundamental principles which underpin CMEs as businesses that put purpose\, people\, and communities at the heart of the enterprise. \nIt 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. \nBy undertaking the course\, your employees will learn: \n\nAbout the co-operative and mutual business model and how it is different to other kinds of business structures.\nAbout the purpose of co-ops and mutuals and how they are structured to benefit members.\nSome real examples of co-ops and mutuals through case studies.\nHow co-ops and mutuals are started here and around the world.\nWhy working for a co-op or mutual matters – in live conversations with two senior co-op or mutual business leaders.\n\nLearning outcomes\nUpon completing the course\, attendees will be able to demonstrate their understanding of: \n\nThe size\, scale and impact of the co-op and mutual sector in Australia.\nThe unique nature and fundamental concepts of co-operative and mutual businesses.\nSimilarities and differences from other business models\, including shareholder-owned businesses.\nThe origins and development of co-operatives and mutuals in Australia and overseas (including mutual ADIs\, Friendly Societies and agricultural and retail co-ops).\nThe seven global co-operative principles and the three mutual values.\nWhy co-operatives and mutuals matter to a sustainable economy and society.\n\n\nLength: 2 hours \nDelivery mode: Online \nProfessional development: 2 CPD points are awarded \nGuest speakers\n\n \n\nAaron Newman\, Group CEO\, Queensland Country Bank and Queensland Country Health Fund\nAaron has over 25 years of experience in Financial Services across Retail Banking\, Lending\, and Health Insurance\, with a track record of developing long-term strategy and leading large-scale teams. He was appointed as CEO of Queensland Country Group in 2019\, where he has successfully navigated the organisation through challenging times. Under his leadership\, the organisation has achieved several key milestones\, including record-breaking lending growth and transitioning to a member-owned bank. Aaron is committed to a member-centric approach\, which aligns the organisation’s strategy with its values\, and he promotes a positive organisational culture. Aaron is a Director on an advisory committee to James Cook University and supports JCU internships and career events. \n \n\nMelanie Bainbridge\, Founder and Executive Director\, The Pack Music Cooperative \nMelanie Bainbridge is a true social impact nerd with a passion for the arts and sustainability – and the sustainability of the arts. She believes that music is the original social enterprise\, and has recently turned her mind to applying her two decades of strategy\, policy\, project management\, stakeholder relations\, campaigning and community consultation skills; and her writing\, creative development and leadership skills to building a new economic model for music streaming. Melanie’s co-operative philosophy is this: there can never be too much truth or beauty in this world – so the more people working together towards creativity\, the better! \n\nCost\n\nBCCM Member (1-9 registrations) – $230 plus GST and booking fee\nBCCM Member (10+ registrations) – $179 plus GST and booking fee\nNon-BCCM Members – $454 plus GST and booking fee\n\nRegister\n\nBook online. \nEmail the BCCM education team if you require additional information. \n  \nThe material presented by the BCCM is distributed as an information source only and is subject to change without notice. \nThe BCCM and course presenters make no statements\, representations\, or warranties about the accuracy\, completeness or reliability of\, and you should not rely on\, any information contained in this presentation. You should make your own inquiries and obtain advice specific to your particular circumstances. \nDespite our best efforts\, to the extent permitted by law\, BCCM and course presenters disclaim all responsibility and all liability (including without limitation\, liability in negligence) for all expenses\, losses (including direct and indirect losses)\, damages and costs you may incur as a result of the information presented being inaccurate or incomplete in any way\, and for any reason; or being subject to update in legislation.
URL:https://bccm.coop/event/an-introduction-to-co-operatives-and-mutuals-may2023/
LOCATION:Online
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