Sales & Partnerships - Tender Writing + Grant Writing

Looking to level up your business game? Whether you're just starting out or ready to grow, this session is for you.

In this hands-on, interactive workshop, we’ll dive into the real-world skills every entrepreneur needs—how to sell your idea, build powerful partnerships, and write winning tenders and grants. You’ll walk away with practical tools, fresh insights, and the confidence to take your next big step.

Brought to you by the Australian School of Employment, in collaboration with City of Parramatta and UNSW Founders.

About Your Presenter - Taj Pabari

Taj Pabari is one of Australia’s youngest and most successful social entrepreneurs. Taj was named The Australian Young Innovator of the Year for 2014, an award given to Australia’s most exciting innovator and emerging talent. In 2017, Taj was awarded Young Australian of the Year for Queensland. He is the youngest recipient of the award since its formation in 1979. Taj has presented to the Former US Vice President, Al Gore in Brisbane, joked with Hollywood Tycoon, Will Smith in Hong Kong and sipped tea with the Prime Minister of Australia in Canberra.

His story has been featured by Sunrise, 60 Minutes, The Today Show, National Geographic, ABC, Nickelodeon and CNBC. Taj's work in education and background in youth entrepreneurship have led him to speak at schools, conferences, festivals and corporate functions around the world. He has appeared as an education commentator on Channel 9 and Channel 10. He has given three TEDx talks and has been a keynote speaker at the World Science Festival alongside Nobel Laureate, Brian Schmidt.

About Your Organiser - Australian School of Employment

The Australian School of Employment delivers innovative self-employment and employment programs for Australians of all ages through small group workshops, personalised mentoring and comprehensive long-term programs.