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12/07/2022

Non-Manipulative Ethical Selling Skills HBA Partnership

In the highly competitive hearing marketplace, HBA has been looking for business partnerships that will give our members potentially better business and client outcomes.

With this goal of achieving better business outcomes in mind, HBA have secured an exclusive business arrangement with the Masters of Business Development to promote their “Non-Manipulative Ethical Selling Skills Program” within the Independent Hearing Sector. Using their extensive business experience within the European hearing markets, their CEO Oliver Von Borstel will be presenting a more detailed overview of the “Non-Manipulative Ethical Selling Skills Program” to HBA members tomorrow 13th July 2022 at 6pm.

Please note that all HBA members can access this “HBA Members Only” Webinar by registering on the Webinar link that has been previously sent to all HBA members.

HBA will has scheduled a series of Training Seminars to be held in September 2022, to enable their membership to attend “Non-Manipulative Ethical Selling Skills training workshops. More information on the proposed training dates will be provided in the coming weeks.

If you are not a HBA member and would like to know more HBA membership and/or the "Non Manipulative Ethical Selling Skill" Program please contact me or HBA directly at [email protected]

20/01/2020

On 8th January 2020, Amplifon announced that it would be acquiring Attune Hearing, a business originally founded by a group of ENT's more than 30 years ago. Attune operates a network of 55 sites around Australia and offers a full service Audiology model. This acquisition is another significant change with regard to marketshare of the major retail players in the Australian market. Do you understand all the changes that are occurring and how they could impact your business?

So, is your business ready to deal with change?
What are the potential impacts that the current market changes will have on your business?
What are your business strategies to deal with all the changes in the market, both now and in the future?

The Hearing Business Alliance (HBA) Small Business Seminar will be held in Melbourne on 28/29th February 2020, https://www.hearbusiness.com.au/small-business-seminar This Seminar will give small business owners insight into the market changes and the potential options to deal with the changes both current and into the future.

In today's fast changing market, small business owners need to be fully informed as a business imperative. Both HBA and I would strongly recommend that all small business owners invest in their business's future by attending this informative small business seminar. For more information on HBA or the Business Seminar, please click on the link above or contact Jane MacDonald - HBA Executive Officer on 0419 524 574 or email [email protected]

First HBA National Congress, Small Business Success in a Changing Environment, Sofitel Melbourne on Collins, 28 and 29 February 2020

17/12/2019

Following my recent post regarding the HBA Small Business Seminar on 28/29th February 2020, I have been asked by several business owners for more information about the Seminar Agenda. I am pleased to inform you that HBA has now released their Preliminary Agenda for the HBA 2020 Seminar which I have attached FYI.

To book your place at the HBA 2020 Seminar go to - https://www.hearbusiness.com.au/small-business-seminar Any questions regarding the HBA 2020 Seminar should be emailed to Jane MacDonald [email protected]

13/12/2019

The hearing industry is going through a paradigm shift - great opportunity to learn how to plan and adapt to the changes in the Hearing industry

17/10/2019

HBA has always aimed to support small business and the HHSA is a great step to ensure that small business's opinions and concerns are always considered. Congratulations to the HHSA group for meeting with key government stakeholders. Positive and proactive actions to achieve the better hearing outcomes for all.

02/09/2019

After nearly 3 years in small business advocacy with both Government and non Government Stakeholders, HBA is now proud to be representing small business in the new Hearing Health Sector Alliance (HHSA). Congratulations to all the members of the HHSA who have come together to give the Industry a united voice to promote hearing health for all. A truly positive step for the industry!

The Hearing Business Alliance Ltd represents, promotes and supports businesses in hearing care and associated professions to all stakeholders

10/02/2019

At a time when small business is continually under competitive pressure, a negative media campaign can only serve to hurt consumer confidence and will most likely negatively impact small business. Over the past 2 years the broader industry has changed and is now collectively working together improve standards and also do the right thing the client. The Hearing Roadmap is a joint initiative from both a broad cross section of the hearing industry bodies and government. The Hearing Roadmap will be a blue print for better hearing health care for many years to come. The Roadmap is a positive step for all consumers and for hearing healthcare.

26/11/2018

Please see the post from the Gain Hearing Network which outlines and answers how the Buying Group works for Independent Business owners. As the General Manager I want to ensure that all business owners are given the correct information.

Thanks
Stephen Logan

01/11/2018

Today, as General Manager of the Gain Hearing Network (GHN) I am proud to announce the 2 new Preferred Suppliers for the GHN Buying Group as Gn Hearing and Signia.

01/07/2018

Please see the announcement below on this exciting "Industry first for small business" in Australia. This ground breaking new partnership with an "Industry Buying Group" could give small business owners a great opportunity to leverage their purchasing.

FYI, HBA will be holding Business Seminars across Australia in late July and early August to update all small business owners and explain the opportunity.

Please read the announcement below for more information.

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The Hearing Business Alliance (HBA) has been working hard to help secure the future business viability for all independent hearing providers. HBA will be holding a series of Business Seminars to update all small business owners on our lobbying activities, outcomes and the current challenges in the market.

Additionally, we are delighted to announce that HBA have formed a strategic business partnership with a New “Industry Buying Group”.

To learn more about what is happening in the industry, including this exciting new opportunity, HBA will be holding a series of Business Seminars to inform our members and invited guests on the following dates:

DATES

24th July – Brisbane – Sofitel Brisbane Central
25th July – Sydney – Novotel Sydney Central
26th July – Melbourne – Mercure Treasury Gardens
1st August – Adelaide – Mercure Grosvenor Hotel
2nd August – Perth – Mercure Perth
All Seminars will commence at 6pm and finish at 8 30pm. Drinks and Canapés will be served.

YOUR INVITATION

HBA Members – One Complimentary invitation with one Guest. Please email the HBA Seminar coordinator with the delegate names attending and venue.

Non-Member - All business owners can secure an invitation by emailing the HBA Seminar coordinator with the delegate names attending and their preferred Seminar venue.

To secure your invitation please email HBA at the following address:

[email protected]

We look forward to updating you on the current market challenges for small business owners and also introducing this ground breaking "New Industry Buying Group".

Regards

Hearing Business Alliance

04/05/2018

HBA is now recognised as a Peak Industry Body within the hearing sector. There are many challenges ahead for small business within the hearing sector and it is in your business's best interests to be involved. HBA are exhibiting at the Aud A / HAASA Conference on 20 - 23rd May and it will be a great opportunity to meet members of the HBA Board and find out what HBA membership can do for your business.

26/02/2018

The Hearing Business Alliance (HBA) has now formulated their response to the PwC report on the proposed changes to the Hearing Service Program. If you are a business owner in the hearing industry and not a member of HBA, I would highly recommend that you join. The Private Independent Sector is responsible for about 15% of all the hearing rehabilitation within Australia and the PwC recommendations as they stand could put the financial viability of your business at risk. HBA is a business body for all business owners, with a strong focus on the needs of small - medium. Its time to stand up and be heard!