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Professionals' Long Lunch 2026 - Getting the Gold Coast Ready for the Future
Friday 20 November 2026 - Imperial Hotel Gold Coast
12:00pm Arrival | 12:30pm Commencement
As our city prepares for unprecedented investment, infrastructure development, population growth, and global attention, the conversations happening today will shape the opportunities of tomorrow.
Join the Southport Chamber of Commerce for the Professionals' Long Lunch 2026, our flagship annual event bringing together business leaders, entrepreneurs, investors, professionals, community leaders, and government representatives for an afternoon of connection, insight, and opportunity.
Held at the prestigious Imperial Hotel Gold Coast, this event will explore what it will take to get the Gold Coast ready for the future and how local businesses can position themselves to benefit from the opportunities ahead.
Whether you are looking to expand your network, strengthen existing relationships, entertain clients, or gain insight from influential leaders, this is an event not to be missed.
Why Attend?
Hear directly from Bonnie Hancock (2x Guinness World Record holder and ocean athlete), Amanda Pulford (acclaimed Gold Coast business strategist and founder advocate), and Stephen Day (2026 Queensland Individual Great and former Major General). From world-record endurance featsand high-stakes national crisis commandto transforming owner-dependent businesses into scalable assets, this exceptional panel of speakers will deliver the inspiration, leadership frameworks, and strategic tools needed to drive your business into the future.
The Professionals' Long Lunch attracts some of the Gold Coast's most connected and influential businesspeople.
You'll have the opportunity to:
- Connect with business leaders, decision-makers and industry professionals.
- Engage with political representatives and community stakeholders.
- Hear perspectives on the opportunities and challenges facing the Gold Coast
- Build valuable relationships that can support the growth of your business.
- Enjoy a premium long lunch experience in one of the Gold Coast's most iconic venues.
The Southport Chamber of Commerce is committed to creating meaningful opportunities for business connection, collaboration and growth, and this event is one of the highlights of our annual calendar.
Ticket Options
Southport Chamber Members (with exclusive discount code)
$180
Non-Members
$200
Corporate Table of 9
$1,600
A corporate table is the perfect way to host clients, reward your team, or create valuable introductions for your business.
Be Part of the Conversation
As we look towards the future, the businesses and leaders who build relationships today will be best positioned to seize the opportunities of tomorrow.
Join us at the Professionals' Long Lunch 2026 and help shape the future of the Gold Coast.
Event venue
Imperial Hotel Gold Coast, 94 Seaworld Drive, Main Beach, Australia
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