ConnectRelocate

www.connectrelocate.com.au

1. Tell us about your business

ConnectRelocate is a relocation company based on the Sunshine Coast. We provide relocation services to companies and individuals relocating to the South East Queensland region. Our company works in affiliation with other relocation companies in Australia, allowing us to provide a comprehensive relocation service throughout Australia. Our success is a result of providing a flexible, stress-free relocation experience and continued support in integrating our clients into their new community. Companies bringing in temporary skilled workers find our value added services of great benefit. We assist new employees, families and international students with arranging accommodation, (including homestay accommodation), school enrolments, vehicle and furniture purchasing, community orientation and employment assistance to name a few. Supported by a number of specialised businesses, ConnectRelocate also has access to essential support services and solutions to ensure a smooth relocation experience. These include immigration advice, employment and recruitment support, education guidance, financial, property and business brokerages, accounting and legal services.

2. When and why did you start your business?

ConnectRelocate was started in 2008. The business concept developed due to a demand that new arrivals in Australia were seeking support and guidance to understanding the Australian ways.

3. On a personal level, what have you achieved with of your business?

ConnectRelocate has been successful in providing homestay accommodation for international students and relocating families and corporate clients and developing business networks for with other essential services and providers.

4. What are some of the challenges you’ve faced in growing your business?

A challenge has been reaching the global market.

5. What activities have been successful in promoting your business?

Networking & referrals with other businesses has been successful in promoting the business. Also joining collaboratively to promote internationally.

6. What activities were less successful for marketing your business?

Advertising

7. Name your favourite thing about your business

Integrating with clients and supporting them to feel part of their new community.

8. Who or what other businesses or business people inspire you?

People who have been successful with marketing their business on-line.

9. What are your plans for the future of your business?

To market the business on-line. To extend the target market and the products provided.

10. Share your best business tip with our readers.

Work collaboratively with others to provide an extensive service for your clients.

Visit us at: www.connectrelocate.com.au