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We caught up with Anesan Naidoo, a respected industry professional, just moments after one of our recent Hardnox Masterclasses..
Masterclass Mentor + Commercial Lawyer
We caught up with Kaveer Soni, respected commercial lawyer and one of our Hardnox mentors, right after our recent Masterclass on Understanding Insurance.
💭 “I could really provide value to this business owner, but I don’t want to sound like i am selling.”
💭 “I wish I had a structured way to mentor and teach without the hassle of building my own platform.”
💭 “I know I can help others avoid costly mistakes, but I need the right platform to reach the right people.


Why Become a Mentor?
Share your expertise, grow your influence, and earn to teach. Our Mentor Program lets you lead structured masterclasses, connect with industry leaders, and position yourself as a trusted authority.
With reserved seats per session, you earn while you teach, and Mentor+ unlocks even greater reach, revenue, and brand partnerships. Every session is co-piloted with an industry expert, ensuring valuable, engaging discussions.
Ready to educate, inspire, and lead? Join The School of Hardnox Mentor Program today.


Proudly Sponsored by AI2Easy – Award-Winning AI Consultancy
Masterclass: Turning Intelligent Ideas into Real-World Impact
Brought to you by Hardnox Association
Featuring Guest Mentor: Nikhil Singh – Computer Scientist, IIT Alumnus, and Co-Founder of AI2Easy & Deciphr
AI is transforming how businesses operate — from construction and professional services to manufacturing and beyond.
This session is designed for forward-thinking business owners who want to leverage Artificial Intelligence to save time, cut costs, and scale smarter — without needing a tech background.
✔ Real-world applications of AI and automation that create immediate impact
✔ How to identify areas in your business ready for intelligent systems
✔ Frameworks for implementing AI sustainably and profitably
✔ Stories from Silicon Valley — lessons from startups acquired by Google and Yahoo!
✔ How AI is simplifying workflows and reshaping industries in 2025
About AI2Easy:
AI2Easy is an award-winning Australian consultancy helping businesses bridge the gap between innovation and impact. With a mission to save millions of hours of human effort by 2027, AI2Easy specialises in making AI simple, accessible, and actionable for real-world business outcomes.

After the masterclass, we’re not just packing up and heading home— We’re kicking on with an industry networking session designed to build real relationships. Enjoy networking with other business owners, tradies, subcontractors, and industry leaders.
Meet the Hardnox Mentors
Join the live Q&A session
Ask the real questions no one else talks about
Share wins, challenges, and solutions in a relaxed setting This is your chance to
build your circle, not just your business. Good conversations lead to great collaborations. Meeting Point -

Nikhil Singh is a Computer Scientist, IIT Alumnus, and co-founder of AI2Easy — an award-winning consultancy dedicated to simplifying AI for real-world business outcomes.
With over 20 years of experience across Silicon Valley and Australia, Nikhil has built and scaled AI ventures that have reshaped industries. He’s helped grow startups that were acquired by Google, contributed to Yahoo!’s search engine, and now leads a mission-driven team focused on saving millions of hours of human effort by 2027 through automation and intelligent systems.
As a trusted advisor to enterprise and startup leaders alike, Nikhil bridges the gap between innovation and impact — showing businesses how to use technology not as a replacement for people, but as a multiplier for performance.
His approach is practical, insightful, and deeply human — empowering business owners to adopt AI confidently and strategically.
💡 “Turning intelligent ideas into real-world impact” isn’t just his motto — it’s the philosophy behind every venture he builds.

SOLD OUT MASTERCLASS + EVENT
Your legal obligations in Construction Masterclass + Meet the Industry Leaders Networking Event
Session Time: 3pm - 8pm
This Masterclass & Event Has now Concluded!
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Delivered by a qualified contract law expert and business risk strategist, this session will teach you how to safeguard your business, avoid legal pitfalls, and negotiate contracts with confidence. Followed by networking drinks with industry professionals
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Led by Kaveer Soni +
Michael Emerzidis
Missed the session? Get the digital copy — join Hardnox today.

SOLD OUT MASTERCLASS + EVENT
Sponsored by Spot on Asbestos Removal
Construction: Business Accelerator Program – Masterclass + Meet the Industry Leaders Networking Event
Session Time: 3pm - 8pm
This Masterclass & Event Has now Concluded!
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Scaling a business requires more than just hard work, it demands smart strategies, financial control, and strong leadership. This course teaches business owners how to scale effectively, manage cash flow, build high-performing teams, Grow with confidence, not chaos.
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Led by Anesan Naidoo + Michael Emerzidis
Missed the session? Get the digital copy — join Hardnox today.

SOLD OUT MASTERCLASS + EVENT
Sponsored by Beat my Home Loan
Cashflow in Construction – Build Smart. Stay Ahead.
Industry Leaders Networking Event
Session Time: 3pm - 8pm
This Masterclass & Event Has now Concluded!
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Struggling with cashflow? You're not alone. This session is designed specifically for tradies, subcontractors, and construction business owners who want clarity, control, and confidence when it comes to their finances.
Led by Manpreet Singh +
Michael Emerzidis
Missed the session? Get the digital copy — join Hardnox today.

SOLD OUT: MASTERCLASS + EVENT
Sponsored by The Perfect Recruit
The Silent Saboteurs – 3 Hidden Gaps Keeping Business Owners From Financial Freedom
Presented by Michael Hazilias — Tech Entrepreneur & Digital Wealth Strategist
Even high-income business owners fall into hidden traps that keep them trading time for money. Michael Hazilias uncovered the three saboteurs holding most leaders back:
He revealed how modern, automated wealth systems—powered by blockchain and AI—are helping business owners fast-track
Led by Michael Hazilias +
Michael Emerzidis
Missed the session? Get the digital copy — join Hardnox today.

Your legal obligations in Construction Masterclass + Meet the Industry Leaders Networking Event
Session Time: 3pm - 8pm
This Class has now concluded
For Access to This Masterclass please register as a Hardnox Member
Delivered by a qualified contract law expert and business risk strategist, this session will teach you how to safeguard your business, avoid legal pitfalls, and negotiate contracts with confidence. Followed by networking drinks with industry professionals
.
Led by Kaveer Soni + Michael Emerzidis
Missed the session? Get the digital copy — join Hardnox today.

Construction Business Accelerator Program – Masterclass + Meet the Industry Leaders Networking Event
Sponsor - Spot on Asbestos Removal
Session Time: 3pm - 8pm
This Class has now concluded
For Access to This Masterclass please register as a Hardnox Member
Scaling a business requires more than just hard work, it demands smart strategies, financial control, and strong leadership. This course teaches business owners how to scale effectively, manage cash flow, build high-performing teams, Grow with confidence, not chaos.
.
Led by Anesan Naidoo + Michael Emerzidis
Missed the session? Get the digital copy — join Hardnox today.

Cashflow in Construction – Build Smart. Stay Ahead.
Industry Leaders Networking Event
Session Time: 3pm - 8pm
This Masterclass & Event Has now Concluded!
Sign up Today to Get access to all Masterclasses!
Struggling with cashflow? You're not alone. This session is designed specifically for tradies, subcontractors, and construction business owners who want clarity, control, and confidence when it comes to their finances.
.
Led by Manpreet Singh +
Michael Emerzidis
Missed the session? Get the digital copy — join Hardnox today.
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