Richard Finlayson Diversify, Niche, (Innovate), Collaborate or Die!

Richard Finlayson

Diversify, Niche, (Innovate), Collaborate or Die!

Australian RTOsCarrickMeridianHostecGeosAustechHHH InternationalAdelaide Pacific

International

ScopeAdditional

qualificationsSkill sets

MarketOverseasInterstateFunding

sourcesFees for

Service

ProductsShort coursesConsultancyComplimentary Business

Unique Selling Point

Unqualified boast:“We’re the best hospitality training company in

the world!”

However:“We’re not only one of the best hospitality

training colleges in Adelaide, but we were the only provider to win an award in the 2013 Restaurant & Catering Awards”

Innovation

Online learning – yes or no?Specific types of online learning

can be…Create something newLead the market – be the next iPod!

Continued…

Both parties retain their independence & identity

Work together, brainstorm & share resourcesPractical examples:

Sharing offices with non-competing RTO’s Having one booth for 2 companies at expo’sJoint tenders & submissionsSharing previous tenders & contractsSharing Compliance Manager or approved

Education Officer