Bendigo Business Council will showcase 18 seminars aimed at empowering business people to take their vision to the next level during Small Business Festival Victoria in August. The festival is for people who are starting or growing a business.

City of Greater Bendigo city futures director Stan Liacos said the council was proud to present three events.

"The Bendigo Small Business Festival is a great opportunity for local businesses to gain some great information that will inspire them,” he said.

There is a 21st Century Retail Dinner on August 4, a Ten Steps to 21st century retail success on August 5 and an “Innovation and Creativity Playing Catch up” session on August 5 with Net-A-Porter co-founder Megan Quinn.   

There is more information at www.bendigosbf.com.au. Bookings: 1800 813 153.