NEARLY 40 local business owners gathered on Thursday February 19 as the Glasshouse Country Chamber of Commerce Inc. hosted its first Business Backstage event of 2026 at Masterpiece Dance.
The morning offered members an exclusive look inside the studio’s brand-new premises, with founders Sarah and Lewis sharing their journey from passion project to thriving local enterprise.
Guests were treated to a guided tour, presentation, breakfast platters and coffee, alongside valuable networking opportunities.
Central to the discussion was the reality of scaling a business in Glasshouse Country from managing expansion and building a strong team to investing locally while staying grounded in community values.
Conversations also extended to the broader transformation of Beerwah Parade and Free Street, highlighting emerging opportunities across the region.
Chamber representatives said the Business Backstage series aims to go beyond the shopfront, uncovering the stories behind growth and fostering meaningful connections.
Photo credit: LAD Social Sunshine Coast
