Building Our Local Business Community
How we started, what we do, and why local business matters to us.
Our Business Members
The Surry Hills Business Precinct brings together the same dedicated team from the previous Surry Hills Business Partnership and Creative Partnership. Our mission remains unchanged, but we're moving forward with renewed energy and purpose.
Since 2014, we've been representing the interests and concerns of local businesses through significant challenges—from light rail construction to pandemic disruptions and the current cost of living pressures. Throughout these changes, we've maintained our commitment to creating meaningful connections between council, community, and businesses.
Our work spans practical advocacy with government stakeholders, organising networking events that build real relationships, and collaborating with vital community organisations like the Surry Hills Neighbourhood Centre. From arts programs to music events, in-person forums to digital resources, our focus has always been on creating tangible opportunities for local business growth.
We invite you to join us in building a vibrant, connected business community that benefits everyone who lives and works in our neighbourhood.
Since 2014, we've been representing the interests and concerns of local businesses through significant challenges—from light rail construction to pandemic disruptions and the current cost of living pressures. Throughout these changes, we've maintained our commitment to creating meaningful connections between council, community, and businesses.
Our work spans practical advocacy with government stakeholders, organising networking events that build real relationships, and collaborating with vital community organisations like the Surry Hills Neighbourhood Centre. From arts programs to music events, in-person forums to digital resources, our focus has always been on creating tangible opportunities for local business growth.
We invite you to join us in building a vibrant, connected business community that benefits everyone who lives and works in our neighbourhood.
Board Members
Representing the interests of Surry Hills Business
President
Jimmy Wong
Vice President
Elliot Lindsay
Secretary
Angela Stretch
Treasurer
Abigail Sheppard
Board Member (Transitional)
Leigh Harris
Board Member
Nico Pustilnick
Board Member
Hannah Geary
Board Member
Manning Blackall
Why become a member?
Your business gains real advantages when you join our Surry Hills community. Here's what we offer:
Local Advocacy When It Counts
We make sure Surry Hills businesses have a seat at the table. Our team works directly with the NSW Small Business Commissioner to represent member concerns on crucial issues affecting your operations.
We contribute to the City of Sydney's business initiatives, participate in regular discussions with the Lord Mayor, and advocate on practical matters like parking regulations, outdoor dining permissions, and infrastructure changes that impact your daily business.
We contribute to the City of Sydney's business initiatives, participate in regular discussions with the Lord Mayor, and advocate on practical matters like parking regulations, outdoor dining permissions, and infrastructure changes that impact your daily business.
Tools to Support Your Growth
Your membership includes practical resources designed for busy business owners:
- Expert workplace relations support
- Comprehensive digital resource access through our business platform covering everything from compliance to cost-saving opportunities
- Regular updates on grant opportunities tailored to local businesses
- Industry news to keep you informed
Every benefit is designed to deliver tangible value for your business while connecting you with a community that understands the unique challenges and opportunities of operating in Surry Hills.
- Expert workplace relations support
- Comprehensive digital resource access through our business platform covering everything from compliance to cost-saving opportunities
- Regular updates on grant opportunities tailored to local businesses
- Industry news to keep you informed
Every benefit is designed to deliver tangible value for your business while connecting you with a community that understands the unique challenges and opportunities of operating in Surry Hills.
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