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EO Melbourne Chapter News

April 2025

Hi ,


This month, I’m once again sharing a long-form post (5-minute read).


Thank you to everyone who sent me an email or SMS last month—I really appreciated your kind words.


If last month was my 5%, this one is my 1%.


It’s a sneak peek into the part of my story I don’t often share—an honest, vulnerable insight into a moment with my dad that changed how I see myself… and what success really means.


I’ll take you inside a conversation at the EO Global Leadership Conference (GLC) in Honolulu that made a lasting impression.


And I’ll also share what’s coming up over the next few months—and why I believe we, the members of EO Melbourne, are building the greatest entrepreneurial community in Australia.


[READ MY PRIVATE THOUGHTS HERE - 5-minute read]


(P.S. If last month resonated with you, this one might hit even harder.)






Cheers,

Costa Vasili

President (FY 2024/2025)
costa.vasili@ethnolink.com.au


P.S. 

Want to chat? Here’s my number: 0412 650 273


This year, we’ve been focused on delivering unmatched Member Value, providing you with world-class learning and deep connections that fuel your success. 


By renewing your EO membership for FY 2025/26, you’re not just continuing your journey—you’re stepping into a year of even greater growth, impact, and shared momentum.


Here’s how to renew:

  1. Fill out the Membership Renewal Form

  2. Send the Revenue Verification Form to your accountant

  3. Pay your fees via two separate payments: one for EO Melbourne and one for EO Global

💥 BONUS FORUM CUP POINTS if you renew and pay by 31 May 2025

Earn a $1,000 credit towards your local membership fees for the next financial year by referring a new Member or Accelerator to EO Melbourne—when they sign up.


This is open to all EO Melbourne Members and Accelerators and runs until 30 June 2025.

Submit a Membership Referral

Submit an Accelerator Referral


Or invite prospects to one of our upcoming Info Sessions:

Membership Info Session – 14 April 2025

Accelerator Info Session – 6 May 2025

Help expand EO Melbourne’s network of Strategic Alliance Partners (SAPs) in industries like banking, luxury used car dealerships, hospitality, outsourced HR, outsourcing agencies, videography, and more.


Why it matters: Strong SAPs mean better programs, more networking opportunities, and greater value for Members.

✔ Earn Forum Points for SAP referrals
✔ Score a $1,000 credit toward next year’s local membership fees


Have a lead or an offer to share?

Contact our Strategic Alliance Chairs:

Simon Collins simon@ausvend.co

Dim Nedanovskidim@leapfrogger.com.au

Update: End of Strategic Alliance with Creative Cubes


From 1 April, EO Melbourne and Creative Cubes mutually agreed to conclude our Strategic Alliance Partnership.


As a result, EO members no longer have access to the benefits previously provided by Creative Cubes, including complimentary forum room bookings.


In the interim, Creative Cubes is offering EO members a 15% discount on any room bookings. If your Forum has already booked a space and no longer wishes to proceed under the new arrangement, please contact Creative Cubes directly to cancel or update your booking.


Alternative Forum Venues
We’re pleased to share a few great options available to EO Forums:

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🔹 BlueRock – Complimentary meeting rooms for EO members
Contact Nicole Bradley
📧 nicole.bradley@thebluerock.com.au
📞 0477 903 358

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🔹 Business Action – Free session room for Forum use
📍 Unit 60, 574 Plummer Street, Port Melbourne
Contact Debra Chantry-Taylor
📧 debra.chantry-taylor@eosworldwide.com
📞 +64 21 332 007

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We’d like to sincerely thank Creative Cubes for their support over the past few years and wish them all the best.


More information and updated Forum venue options will be shared in the coming weeks—we’re working on something we hope members will love.

Nominations for the Values Awards are ongoing!


✔ Earn 10 Forum Cup points per nomination of a Forum colleague
✔ Earn 20 points per nomination of Members outside your own Forum
✔ Winners will be announced at the Annual Awards & Gala Dinner

Plus: Earn BONUS Forum Cup points when you renew your membership and pay your fees by 31 May 2025. Check out the Q4 flyer for more details.

🌺 EO Melbourne Board at GLC Honolulu


The EO Melbourne FY 2025/26 Board recently attended the 28th EO Global Leadership Conference (GLC) in Honolulu.


They immersed themselves in three days of bold ideas, world-class speakers, and transformative experiences, all rooted in the spirit of ‘Ohana.


From hands-on workshops to thought-provoking sessions with global changemakers, they’ve returned inspired—ready to bring fresh energy, leadership, and innovation to our Chapter.

Chapter Events

14 April 2025  

Unleashing Your Brand's Potential: Marketing Masterclass with Mark Ritson

29 April 2025

Accelerating Growth: Unlocking Your Leadership Potential with EOS

6 May 2025

Scaling Up Learning Day-Execution

14 May 2025

"Scaling to a Billion" The Luxury Escapes Story with Adam Schwab

21 June 2025

EO Melbourne Annual Awards & Gala Dinner

Other Chapter Events

14 April 2025                   Membership Info Session (for prospective Members)

6 May 2025                      Accelerator Info Session (for prospective Accelerators)

9 May 2025                      Mentorship Wrap-up for Mentors & Mentees of FY 2024/2025

APAC & Global Events

14-18 May 2025             Entrepreneurial Masters Program (EMP)

2-5 June 2025                 2025 Women's Summit

4-5 June 2025                 Powerhouse Speaker Series: Martha Stewart

EO MELBOURNE EVENT CANCELLATION POLICY


Starting 1 March 2025, EO Melbourne members who cannot attend an event they’ve registered for must cancel their registration at least 72 hours before the event via email at help@eomelbourne.org or SMS to the Administrator.


The required notice period is increasing from 24 hours to 72 hours, while the $100 fine for no-shows and late cancellations and the forum point deduction system will remain unchanged. This change is designed to improve event planning and ensure fairness for all members.

New Members and Accelerators


A warm welcome to our new EO Melbourne Member who recently joined our chapter: Marco Matos Monteiro, Founder of M3 Enterprise and Fitness Center Owner at Listen To Your Body.


Members On the News


• John Bevitt and Renata Freund - Mumbrella | B & TMrWeb

David Fastuca - Lean Marketing podcast | EO Fire podcast

Warwick Johnston - PV Magazine | One Step Off the Grid |  One Step Off the Grid

• Costa Vasili - Mi3 |  Campaign Brief


EO Business Podcast 

Ep. 149 featuring Accelerator Ivan Tan - YouTube | Spotify | Apple Podcasts

Ep. 150 featuring Accelerator Matthew Magain - YouTube | Spotify | Apple Podcasts

Ep. 151 featuring EO Member John Reale - YouTube | Spotify | Apple Podcasts

Make sure that you are part of EO Melbourne's online community:


WHATSAPP - (EO Melbourne Members) Join our Events & Official Matters channel and Members' channel; (EO Accelerators) Join our Accelerator channel

LINKEDIN - Follow us and add EO as an experience on your profile.

FACEBOOK - Join our Facebook group, where we post most of our event photos.

INSTAGRAM - Follow @eomelbourne on Instagram.

YOUTUBE - Follow @eomelbourne on YouTube.

BLOG - Check out news, articles and member features on our blog.

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