💖 KONNECT FEST – Where NDIS Providers Come to Connect, Collaborate & Thrive

In a space where genuine connection often takes a back seat to paperwork and referrals, KONNECT Fest – NDIS Provider Society was born to flip the script.

Founded in 2021 by the ever-colourful and connection-obsessed Karen Lorenzon (aka The Pink-Haired Lady), KONNECT Fest began with one powerful mission:

To create a safe, supportive, and meaningful space for NDIS providers, families, and participants to connect — no pressure, no pretence. Just people helping people.

🌈 More Than Just Another Networking Event

KONNECT Fest isn’t your standard business mixer filled with awkward elevator pitches and transactional conversations. It’s a movement — a heart-led, values-based community of NDIS providers who are here to build trust, share stories, and grow together.

From humble beginnings, the events quickly expanded across Brisbane, Gold Coast, Sunshine Coast, Sydney, Melbourne, Perth, and Adelaide, becoming a national hub for collaboration and care.

🔥 Introducing the KONNECT Society

At the core of the magic is the Konnect Society — a low-cost, high-value membership created to make showing up in the sector easy, affordable, and effective.

For just $540+GST per year (per location), Konnect Society members receive:

✅ Free entry to one event per month in their area✅ 10% off all sponsorship packages (Konnect, Impact, and Community tiers)✅ Access to an exclusive WhatsApp group full of referrals, real-time support, and like-minded legends✅ The chance to shine as a guest speaker, sponsor, or event host — no matter the size of your business

Whether you’re a new sole trader trying to get noticed or an established org looking to build deeper industry connections, the Konnect Society offers real visibility, real people, and real results.

🎤 Events With Soul

Every KONNECT Fest event is different — but they all share one thing in common: connection with heart.

✨ The Konnection Table – Intimate 10-person sessions where real conversations happen✨ Real Stories, Real Konnections – Storytelling events that remind us why we do what we do✨ Leadership, Mental Health, and Breaking Barriers Workshops – Practical, powerful, and people-focused

These events are designed to make you feel seen, supported, and inspired — whether you're sharing your wins, your struggles, or your hopes for the future.

🏠 Got a Space? Let’s Partner!

Have a vacant SIL home or community space you'd love to promote? KONNECT Fest partners with providers to host events in unique, underused spaces — giving them extra visibility while saving on venue hire.

It's all about collaboration over competition — and making sure everyone gets the support they need to grow.

💛 Why It Matters

In the NDIS sector, trust matters. Relationships matter. And people matter most. KONNECT Fest was created because we knew there had to be a better way — and now, we’re inviting you to be a part of it.

Whether you're just starting out or you've been in the industry for years, this is your space to learn, connect, laugh, and grow.

Ready to join us?Visit www.konnectfest.com.au or email pinkhairedlady@konnectfest.com.au to become part of something that actually makes a difference.

Because at KONNECT Fest – you don’t just network… you belong.