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SUMMARY:Navigating the AI Frontier: Responsible Innovation\, Global Regulation and Strategic Risks’
DESCRIPTION:In partnership with the U.S. Consulate General Perth\, the UWA Data Institute are hosting a public lecture with esteemed industry speaker Maxwell Scott. Max is a globally recognised leader on Responsible AI and emerging technology governance. Currently CTO and Co-Founder of StratAlliance Global and formerly Senior Program Manager in Microsoft’s Office of Responsible AI\, Max has led international efforts to shape responsible AI practices across governments\, industry\, and multilateral bodies including the EU\, G20\, and ASEAN. \nIn this Public Lecture\, Max will explore: \n\nResponsible AI development and deployment practices\nThe global AI regulatory landscape\nKey business risks of AI adoption\nThe intersection of AI and national security
URL:https://wainnovationcalendar.com.au/event/navigating-the-ai-frontier-responsible-innovation-global-regulation-and-strategic-risks/
LOCATION:UWA Oceans Institute\, Fairway\, Crawley\, WA\, 6009\, Australia
CATEGORIES:Showcase / Pitch / Demo / Tour
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Perth:20251010T090000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Perth:20251010T100000
DTSTAMP:20250927T061256Z
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SUMMARY:Fundraising Foundations – Timing\, Valuation & Investor Expectations
DESCRIPTION:​In this session\, Remco Marcelis (Standard Ledger) and Jason Atkins (Torus\, ex-Cake Equity) walk you through the core mechanics of fundraising. With years of experience helping hundreds of startups\, they’ll demystify the rules of the game so you can approach your raise with confidence and avoid the most common mistakes.\nKey Topics \n\nWhen and how to raise capital – timing your raise for maximum impact\nTypes of investors & funding rounds – equity\, convertible notes\, SAFEs and more\nValuation – how to think about it at your stage\nWhat investors want to see – decks\, financials\, and getting your cap table right\nCommon pitfalls to avoid – real-world lessons from other founders\n\n​If you’re considering your first raise – or want to make sure your next one starts on the right footing – this session will give you the clarity to step into investor conversations prepared.
URL:https://wainnovationcalendar.com.au/event/fundraising-foundations-timing-valuation-investor-expectations/
LOCATION:online\, Australia
CATEGORIES:Seminar / Panel Discussion / Conversation,Showcase / Pitch / Demo / Tour
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Perth:20251010T180000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Perth:20251010T210000
DTSTAMP:20250930T040531Z
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SUMMARY:LaunchLAB 2025 Finale: Celebrating The First Chapter of AI Incubator
DESCRIPTION:Join to celebrate the very first year of LaunchLAB AI\, WA’s first AI-focused incubator. \nAcross the evening you’ll hear stories from participants old and new — capturing the energy\, creativity\, and ambition driving this new wave of AI innovation in WA. \nMost importantly\, the Finale is about what comes next: the ideas\, collaborations\, and opportunities that will shape the future of LaunchLAB AI and the founders leading the way. \nDrinks and nibbles will be provided.
URL:https://wainnovationcalendar.com.au/event/launchlab-2025-finale-celebrating-the-first-chapter-of-ai-incubator/
LOCATION:Bloom Lab\, Crawley\, 2 Park Road\, Crawley\, WA\, 6009\, Australia
CATEGORIES:Showcase / Pitch / Demo / Tour
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Perth:20251013T170000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Perth:20251013T190000
DTSTAMP:20250913T060203Z
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SUMMARY:Plus Eight Demo Night
DESCRIPTION:Join for an evening of bold ideas and big opportunities as the latest Plus Eight Accelerator cohort takes the stage. Over the past months\, these founders have worked intensively to refine their vision\, grow their businesses\, and prepare for scale. Now it’s time to share their journey.\nFrom innovative startups solving today’s toughest challenges to emerging founders shaping the future of tech and industry\, Demo Night is your chance to see what’s next. Connect with investors\, founders\, and industry leaders while celebrating entrepreneurship at its best. Be inspired. Be connected. Be part of the story. \nHear from: \n\nTHF Engineered Solutions: AI-driven engineering tools for the energy sector\nGlowDry Australia: Innovative self-tan setting powder and full tanning range\nEinsen Innovations: Fully automated smart iron for households\nInPsync: Therapy matchmaking platform\nRelait: AI-powered investor engagement for public companies\nGenLearn: AI-led learning experiences for course creators\nThe Khüsh Place: Women’s hormonal health supplement for PCOS\nLaw Captain: AI-native law firm
URL:https://wainnovationcalendar.com.au/event/plus-eight-demo-night-3/
LOCATION:Regal Theatre\, 474 Hay Street\, Subiaco\, WA\, 6008\, Australia
CATEGORIES:Showcase / Pitch / Demo / Tour
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Perth:20251015T070000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Perth:20251015T080000
DTSTAMP:20250918T040744Z
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SUMMARY:2025 EnergyLab Scaleup Showcase
DESCRIPTION:Join EnergyLab online for the 2025 EnergyLab Scaleup Showcase\,  presenting this year’s cohort of startups driving the future of clean energy innovation.\nTen outstanding startups from around the world will share their decarbonisation-enabling solutions across areas such as forecasting\, planning\, grid digitisation\, capacity management\, vegetation monitoring\, asset maintenance\, and new connection processes. Each team represents a step forward in building a smarter and more sustainable energy system. \nThis Showcase will be hosted online through Zoom Webinar. It is an opportunity to see firsthand how emerging technologies are addressing the challenges of the energy transition and to connect with the innovators who are shaping the sector’s future. \n 
URL:https://wainnovationcalendar.com.au/event/2025-energylab-scaleup-showcase/
LOCATION:online\, Australia
CATEGORIES:Showcase / Pitch / Demo / Tour
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Perth:20251016T173000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Perth:20251016T203000
DTSTAMP:20260424T045057Z
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SUMMARY:Bloom Launchpad Showcase Semester 2 - 2025
DESCRIPTION:Come celebrate the next generation of business builders at the Launchpad Showcase. \nOver 12 weeks\, these students have developed their business ideas into fully operational businesses through Bloom’s incubator program\, Launchpad. Now it’s time to hear their pitches! \nJoin for an evening of: \n\nBusiness pitches from student founders\nFresh ideas across industries\nNetworking with WA’s innovation community\n\nThis is your chance to see what happens when students back themselves\, test their ideas\, and launch something new.
URL:https://wainnovationcalendar.com.au/event/bloom-launchpad-showcase-semester-2-2025/
LOCATION:Bloom Lab\, Crawley\, 2 Park Road\, Crawley\, WA\, 6009\, Australia
CATEGORIES:Showcase / Pitch / Demo / Tour
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Perth:20251024T160000
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SUMMARY:Oceans Institute Student Society: Grand Challenges\, Big Solutions
DESCRIPTION:Grand Challenges\, Big Solutions is a design thinking workshop where students will use creativity and innovation to tackle tricky\, real-life ocean issues! \nAcademics\, researchers and industry professionals are invited to join for the evening session to hear from the students as they present their big ideas and innovative solutions. \n 
URL:https://wainnovationcalendar.com.au/event/oceans-institute-student-society-grand-challenges-big-solutions/
LOCATION:Indian Ocean Marine Research Centre\, 64 Fairway\, Crawley\, WA\, 6009\, Australia
CATEGORIES:Showcase / Pitch / Demo / Tour
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Perth:20251028T180000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Perth:20251028T200000
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SUMMARY:Kalamunda Young Entrepreneurs Business Showcase
DESCRIPTION:From startup spark to shining success—hear how passion and innovation have powered three young entrepreneurs in the community \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nJoin for an inspiring presentation by 3 passionate young business owners who are proving that age is no barrier to success. This is your chance to hear firsthand how determination\, fresh ideas\, and a drive to make a difference can turn big dreams into real achievements. \nWhether you’re a student\, parent\, professional\, or simply curious about the energy and innovation shaping our community\, this event will leave you motivated and proud of the next generation of leaders.
URL:https://wainnovationcalendar.com.au/event/kalamunda-young-entrepreneurs-business-showcase/
LOCATION:Kalamunda Hotel\, 43 Railway Road\, Kalamunda\, WA\, 6076\, Australia
CATEGORIES:Showcase / Pitch / Demo / Tour
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Perth:20251029T090000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Perth:20251029T170000
DTSTAMP:20251019T060212Z
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SUMMARY:WAARC Showcase 2025
DESCRIPTION:The WAARC Showcase will highlight collaboration across science\, industry\, and students as we work towards a stronger future for agriculture. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nWhat to expect:\n\n\nKeynote address: Professor Ross Kingwell on the agricultural R&D landscape in WA.\nWAARC updates: Strategic Research Managers share updates on WAARC’s growing portfolio.\n\n\nProject spotlights: Hear the latest on key WAARC initiatives\, such as Cropping Enabled Cattle\, SMART SPRAYS\, HALO\, and more.\n\n\nPhD presentations: Scholarship recipients share their research and career aspirations.\n\n\nPanel discussion: Exploring successful models of collaboration from other industries\, and what they can teach agriculture.\n\n\nNetworking: Conclude the day with conversations.
URL:https://wainnovationcalendar.com.au/event/waarc-showcase-2025/
LOCATION:Perth Zoo\, 20 Labouchere Rd\, South Perth\, WA\, 6151\, Australia
CATEGORIES:Showcase / Pitch / Demo / Tour
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DTEND;TZID=Australia/Perth:20251029T170000
DTSTAMP:20251020T012811Z
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SUMMARY:Startmate Pitch Night (Virtual)
DESCRIPTION:This is your front-row seat to bold ideas\, early-stage startups\, and the energy of founders ready to shake things up. Come along to support our Launch Club\, Founder Bootcamp\, Startmate Collective\, Spark Fund\, and Top Founder Circle founders as they pitch what they’ve been building\, and maybe even get inspired to launch something of your own.
URL:https://wainnovationcalendar.com.au/event/startmate-pitch-night-virtual/
LOCATION:online\, Australia
CATEGORIES:Showcase / Pitch / Demo / Tour
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