A Letter from the CEO for Issue 106

Thank you. The response to our previous issue, “New Beginnings,” was overwhelmingly positive. At the launch event in March, over 100 professionals joined us in celebration. We heard from Kira Steinhaus and Ann Noler Harris, our cover feature stories; and event sponsors Rod Winner from 91.1 Hot FM and Keely White from Liinchpin. The magazine reached thousands of locations on the Sunshine Coast, from Pomona to Beerwah. 

Thousands of people viewed the articles online via Facebook, LinkedIn, and other websites. We officially launched the MATTERS mobile app on Android and Apple in May. 

We are truly humbled by the support of our readers and followers, whose engagement and feedback have been invaluable. Shari and I are proud of what we delivered to the Sunshine Coast business community with issue 105. 

For issue 106, you will notice our broader and deeper partnerships with the Sunshine Coast business ecosystem. We are proud to collaborate with Forward Fest (Silicon Coast), TAFE Queensland, Cleantech Network, Sunshine Coast Young Chamber of Commerce, Department of Employment, Small Business and Training (DESBT), University of the Sunshine Coast (CIDSEL), 91.1 Hot FM, Diverse Queensland Workforce, Wishlist, 4556 Chamber of Commerce, Maleny Chamber of Commerce, Montville Chamber of Commerce, Business Yandina, B2B Sunshine Coast, Buy Local Sunshine Coast, LinkedIn Local Sunshine Coast, Noosa Business Connect, B.Strong & Fearless Expo and the Empowering Women’s Network. 

We are committed to offering greater transparency and reporting for our advertisers. In August, we will launch the interactive map to share where the magazine was delivered. Selected locations will receive multiple deliveries to keep up with demand. Business networking events will have the option to receive a delivery of the magazines to offer their members and guests. The QR codes are now equipped with UTMs for scan tracking. We are expanding the digital distribution of the magazine. In August, 91.1 Hot FM will be advertising MATTERS on their airways! Rest assured, your investment is in safe hands. 

We are positioning MATTERS as the quintessential business magazine on the Sunshine Coast, the local Forbes, and the destination for inspiration, education, and community. We share the stories and advice of the top practitioners and innovators on the Sunshine Coast. The incredible stories from our talented cover businesses, Adam Cursio, Bhavna Megh, Elvis and Bianca Pereira, will move and motivate you. The contributions from local professionals will guide you on your journey to build a sustainable business that thrives over time with the support of the Sunshine Coast community. 

Thank you for being part of the MATTERS community. 

Happy reading, 

Happy networking, 

Luke Hawley // CEO luke@mattersmagazine.com.au