Electric Vehicle Fleet Pledge Program – Call for Foundation Partners

Following on from our event earlier this month where we explored how South Australia is positioned regarding the electric vehicle transition, Committee for Adelaide stakeholders have been invited to participate in the state government’s Electric Vehicle Fleet Pledge program aimed at helping fleets transition to electric vehicles. Funded and administered by the Department for Energy and […]

The Electric Vehicle transition: Are we ready for it?

With the electric vehicle revolution upon us the implications for Australia are immense. At our latest member event it was great to delve into what South Australia has achieved in this space and where the opportunities lie as we drive towards a zero carbon future. Going forward, it’s clear that we need a progressive policy […]

Adelaide Connected – New website and more!

Earlier this month we announced our rebranded program, ADELAIDE CONNECTED, formerly Adelaide Abroad. The response to our new website has been amazing so far as people continue to interact with the platform. We want this website to be a hub of information for expats, skilled migrants, interstate arrivals and people living abroad who are interested […]

Introducing Adelaide Connected

The Committee for Adelaide is proud to announce our rebranded program, ADELAIDE CONNECTED, formerly Adelaide Abroad. Adelaide Connected aims to connect expats, skilled migrants, interstate arrivals and people living abroad who are interested in living in Adelaide and South Australia with individuals, businesses and organisations to help them navigate job and lifestyle opportunities in our […]

Adelaide Connected Networking Event (#5 The Strathmore Hotel)

At our latest Adelaide Connected networking event we heard from Committee for Adelaide CEO, Bruce Djite and our Chair, Vice Chancellor and President of the University of South Australia, Professor David Lloyd. They spoke about their journeys from different parts of the world and how they ended up in Adelaide and why they have chosen to […]

A message from our CEO Bruce Djite

It’s almost been a month since I took the role as CEO of the Committee for Adelaide. Thank you to our Chairman, Professor David Lloyd and the Board for having the faith and confidence in me to lead the next exciting chapter of this organisation. I’d like to pay tribute and thank Jodie van Deventer […]

Labour force survey results

We recently undertook a member survey to find out how members were fairing in relation to skills shortages and workforce planning as businesses continue to grapple with the impacts of the pandemic and border closures. Key highlights: members felt much more positive about the remainder of the year with 71% reporting business prospects were better […]

A message from outgoing CEO Jodie van Deventer

To see the Committee for Adelaide continue to grow into a sustainable and respected organisation has been a privilege and I depart as CEO today optimistic and excited about our city’s future. Our city needs the Committee for Adelaide. Our city needs business and organisations that are willing to step up and commit their experience, […]

Adelaide Abroad Networking Event (#4 Stone & Chalk)

Our latest Adelaide Abroad networking event was held at Stone & Chalk, the co-working start-up hub at Lot Fourteen, featuring Dan Ryan who is the Community Manager at Stone & Chalk. Dan gave an overview of Lot Fourteen and spoke about his journey working around the world and here in Adelaide. It is exciting to […]

Welcome and Farewell event

Thank you to our members and partners for sending our inaugural CEO Jodie van Deventer out in style. Jodie’s tireless efforts have helped the Committee for Adelaide to establish itself as an organisation that is trusted and respected by political, community and business leaders and diplomatic representatives alike. The event was also a chance for […]