Step inside the world of a local family business with Meet the Owner. These exclusive events offer a rare behind-the-scenes tour and the chance to hear directly from the family behind the business. Learn their story, gain valuable insights, and connect with like-minded family business peers in an inspiring, relaxed setting.
Meet the Owner invites you to experience the inner workings of a family business. From touring diverse premises—be it a factory, winery, or warehouse—to engaging in an open Q&A session, this event offers a unique glimpse into the experiences of a family business. Discover the rich history, challenges, and triumphs of the host family as they share insights tailored to help other family businesses succeed. After the tour, enjoy networking with peers in the family business sector. These events foster a supportive, collaborative community, filled with learning, storytelling, and the camaraderie that defines FBA events.
Why Attend?
- Gain exclusive insights into the operations of a successful family business.
- Learn first-hand from the family behind the business about their opportunities and challenges.
- Expand your network within the FBA community and enjoy a relaxed environment for learning, sharing, and connecting.
- Find inspiration and practical ideas for your own business.
Meet the Owners of Sharpe Engineering
Sharpe Engineering is a family-owned business providing quality driven engineering and manufacturing solutions for nearly 30 years. Since 1995, Sharpe has been providing clients with quality innovative solutions in the manufacturing, service and repair of drilling related tools and equipment. They specialise in the manufacture of drilling tools, completion tools and offer artificial lift solutions to the resource sector. Sharpe’s Roma facility boasts Australia’s largest threading capacity and is complimented by two additional facilities across Queensland.
Sustained growth and continual investment over nearly three decades have seen Sharpe® expand from a small workshop in regional Queensland to today supporting over 120 employees across 4 locations around Brisbane and Roma. In 2020, Sharpe® reached an incredible milestone celebrating 25 years in business.
In 2022, Sharpe® continued to diversify expanding into distribution of well control equipment, cementing their position as one of Australia’s largest suppliers to the Oil and Gas Industry.
As they understand the need to deliver service, the team at Sharpe Engineering provides ‘on-call’ 24-hour, 365 days a year support. Their management team leads experienced and dedicated staff in providing quality products manufactured with absolute precision and the team is committed to delivering a service level that exceeds their client’s expectations.
Don’t Miss Out!
Secure your spot and join us for an exclusive behind-the-scenes look into Sharpe Engineering. Learn more about their family business story and gain insights that could benefit your own family business. We hope to see you there!
Please contact the FBA Office on 1800 249 357 if you have any questions or require assistance with your registration.
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