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  • Integrating open innovation into IP strategies

    online Western Australia, Australia
    Virtual Event Virtual Event

    Join Simon Rowell, Founder of Innovation Liberation Front and Nidhie Kumar, Chief Commercial Officer at amaea, as they share their approach to developing amaea’s award-winning IP strategy. During the presentation they will share how they designed strategic industry partnerships to leverage the benefits of open innovation – while still protecting amaea’s high value, novel technology.… Continue reading Integrating open innovation into IP strategies

    Is Your Business Ready for Growth?

    online Western Australia, Australia
    Virtual Event Virtual Event

    Growth isn’t just an option – it’s essential for survival in today’s competitive landscape. But are you truly prepared for growth in your business? In this webinar, the following topics will be covered: What is growth and why is it Important? Understand the true meaning of growth and its impact on your business's future. Identify your… Continue reading Is Your Business Ready for Growth?

    FREE

    AI Innovation Summit Australia-Indonesia

    Indonesian Consulate General 134 Adelaide Terrace, Perth, Western Australia, Australia

    Get ready for a global AI exploration at the AI Innovation Summit Australia-Indonesia. We're infusing an international flavour into this summit, creating a cross-continental platform connecting AI enthusiasts, professionals, and experts from Australia and Indonesia. This public event offers a deep dive into the distinct AI advancements of both countries, fostering knowledge exchange, and highlighting… Continue reading AI Innovation Summit Australia-Indonesia

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    Curtin Accelerate 2025 Information Session

    Curtin University

    Do you want support to turn your passion for a problem into a thriving startup business? Applications for Curtin University's accelerator program, Curtin Accelerate, are now open. Equipping emerging and established innovators with the tools to take their innovation to market, the program has a strong track record supporting some of Australia's most exciting startup… Continue reading Curtin Accelerate 2025 Information Session

    Free
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    DEADLINE: Innovation Booster Grant

    online Western Australia, Australia

    The Innovation Booster Grant (IBG) is a competitive Western Australian government grant, funded through the $25.8 million New Industries Fund which sits under the Department of Jobs, Tourism, Science and Innovation (JTSI). Prior to 2022, it was known as the ‘Innovation Vouchers Program’. The Innovation Booster Grant (IBG) is a competitive funding grant, designed to provide WA-based startups… Continue reading DEADLINE: Innovation Booster Grant

    Governance Unlocked: Navigating Legal Structures for Social Enterprises

    Perth WA Western Australia, Australia

    In Australia’s dynamic landscape of innovation and social impact, social enterprises and startups are key to driving positive change. Success involves not only great ideas but also navigating governance and legal frameworks for sustainability and compliance. Impact Seed and WASEC are excited to collaborate and bring you a workshop on governance and legal structures. We’ll tackle key… Continue reading Governance Unlocked: Navigating Legal Structures for Social Enterprises

    $25

    The Diverse Digital Health Workforce

    online Western Australia, Australia
    Virtual Event Hybrid Event

    Join Telstra Health and the Digital Health CRC to explore the pivotal role diversity plays in driving innovation and enhancing health outcomes within the digital health sector. ‛The Diverse Digital Health Workforce’ event will take place as part of the new Digital Health Expo Series (DHExpo). Key highlights will include: 🌟 The Power of Diversity:… Continue reading The Diverse Digital Health Workforce

    FREE

    Launchpad Showcase 2024 S2

    The Bloom Centre for Youth Innovation 2 Park Road, Crawley, WA

    Join us for our famous Launchpad Showcase on Thursday 17th October at the Bloom Ideas Hub. The incredible change-makers from Bloom’s Launchpad Program are excited to show you their solutions to some of the world’s hairiest problems. In only 12 weeks our Launchpad participants have harnessed design thinking, transforming human problems into market validated solutions. Please join us in… Continue reading Launchpad Showcase 2024 S2

    FREE

    DEADLINE: Global Tech & Innovation Program

    Apply online

    Held in conjunction with West Tech Fest, Australia's longest-running technology and innovation conference, the 2024 Global Tech and Innovation Program will provide a bespoke package of activities, networking opportunities, and an introduction to Western Australia's digital technology industry and innovation ecosystem. West Tech Fest takes place in Perth, Western Australia from 2 - 6 December… Continue reading DEADLINE: Global Tech & Innovation Program

    Coastal & Marine Stewardship in WA: Working Together to Maximise our Collective Impact

    Fremantle Surf Life Saving Club 20 Leighton Beach Blvd, North Fremantle, WA

    Join a diverse cross-section of coastal and marine stewards to share stories and experiences from around the state. You will hear from citizen scientists, community groups, state and local government representatives, and industry partners, who are working together to protect, maintain and enhance coastal and marine environments around Western Australia. • Meet others working in… Continue reading Coastal & Marine Stewardship in WA: Working Together to Maximise our Collective Impact

    FREE

    CBDA Industry Partners Conference 2024: Analytics & AI

    UWA Business School 8716 Hackett Drive, Crawley, WA

    You are invited to the Centre for Business Data Analytics (CBDA) Industry Partners Conference, to hear from speakers regarding our theme "Analytics and AI" as well as where our current cohort of Master of Business Analytics students will showcase their extensive work with industry as part of the BUSN5007 Industry Project Presentations. The conference is scheduled for… Continue reading CBDA Industry Partners Conference 2024: Analytics & AI

    FREE

    The State of Global Creativity

    online Western Australia, Australia
    Virtual Event Virtual Event

    ​‘Creativity’ can be such a loaded word with a myriad of ways to define it. Understanding its place in business is key to unlocking business growth. Tune in to The State of Global Creativity to find out how. ​Speaker: ​Rose Herceg, President Australia and New Zealand, WPP Rose Herceg is the President of WPP Australia… Continue reading The State of Global Creativity

    2024 WA Health Hackathon

    SPACECUBED 45 St George Terrace, Perth, WA, Australia

    Calling all WA tech students, innovators, technologists, and software experts to push the boundaries of healthcare innovation this October! This year’s WA Health Hackathon is brought to you by WA Data Science Innovation Hub (WADSIH) and North Metropolitan Health Service, HBF, and Arkahna. Tech students, innovators, technologists, and software experts from across WA will tackle… Continue reading 2024 WA Health Hackathon

    $15 – $25

    DEADLINE: MTP Sector Awards

    Apply online

    The Medtech and Pharmaceutical Sector Awards celebrates individuals each year who have made significant contributions to the Medtech and Pharmaceutical sector. Nominees can come from any occupation within the sector, and nominees must be an ARCS Australia member. Members are recognised for their contributions to the profession's advancement, dedicated service, mentorship, strong leadership, or as… Continue reading DEADLINE: MTP Sector Awards

    The Urgency of Modernisation of Mining is Now

    online Western Australia, Australia
    Virtual Event Virtual Event

    Join Austmine and ABB for a free webinar on Monday 21 October featuring Stuart Cowie, Head of Process Industries at ABB, and Sarah Coleman, CEO of idoba. The session will showcase ABB’s 2024 Global Sustainability Report, offering a preview of the Australian findings ahead of the global release.  

    FREE

    8th Drill & Blast Down Under Conference 2024 – Australian Chapter

    Crown Casino Great Eastern Highway, Perth, Western Australia, Australia

    The International Society of Explosives Engineers (ISEE) Australia Chapter are proud to present the 8th Drill & Blast Down Under Conference 2024 on the 23rd & 24th October at Crown Perth in WA. The Conference Committee has sourced a diverse mix of topics covering equipment, decarbonisation, fragmentation, risk, underground, explosives and optimisation. The program will feature… Continue reading 8th Drill & Blast Down Under Conference 2024 – Australian Chapter

    Event Series Morning Startup

    Morning Startup Presentation

    Riff 45 St Georges Tce, Perth, Australia

    Morning Startup - Perth If you're involved in a startup, or thinking about starting one, chances are you can learn from others that are doing and thinking the same. Morning Startup is a fortnightly morning catchup where founders, potential entrepreneurs and others in the startup community (VCs and Angels welcome) get together to learn something… Continue reading Morning Startup Presentation

    FREE

    Introduction to the R&DTI

    online Western Australia, Australia
    Virtual Event Virtual Event

    11/12/2024, 11:00 AM - 11/12/2024, 12:00 PM Time zone: (UTC+08:00) Perth Microsoft Teams meeting Join representatives from the Australian Taxation Office and the Department of Industry, Science and Resources to learn about the Research and Development Tax Incentive program. You will be introduced to the program and guided through key eligibility requirements. We highly recommend… Continue reading Introduction to the R&DTI

    free

    CDAO Perth

    Perth Convention and Exhibition Centre 21 Mounts Bay Road, Perth

    Putting Data and AI at the Centre of Business Decisioning Embark on a journey of discovery and innovation as we delve into the heart of data, analytics, and AI at the forefront of industry transformation at CDAO (Chief Data & Analytics Officer) Perth 2024. Innovation: We will explore the critical role data plays with emergent technologies… Continue reading CDAO Perth

    Curtin EMCR Symposium

    Curtin University

    The Steering Committee of the Curtin Early to Mid-Career Researcher (EMCR) Network invite you to the Curtin EMCR Research Symposium on Thursday October 24th 2024 at the Bentley Campus. The purpose of this symposium is to provide the opportunity for EMCRs to showcase their research, with a focus on impact and innovative approaches. It is also an… Continue reading Curtin EMCR Symposium

    FREE

    Ethics of Artificial Intelligence Masterclass

    137 St Georges Tce, Perth 137 St Georges Tce, Perth

    Artificial Intelligence tools are increasingly accessible across all industries and at all levels of organisations. All employees from entry level upwards now have access to many of these tools in all aspects of their working lives, embedded in everything from search engines to MS Office applications. While these tools bring enormous potential for increased efficiency… Continue reading Ethics of Artificial Intelligence Masterclass

    $750 – $850

    2024 WA Electrical Roadshow – Hillarys

    Hillarys Yacht Club 65 Northside Drive, Hillarys, WA

    Please join us at the WA Electrical Roadshow in Hillarys hosted by NECA WA and ECA WA NECA is back on the road in 2024, this time in partnership with ECA WA, bringing the latest news and critical information to the WA electrical industry. We understand the challenges of running an electrical business in WA, with… Continue reading 2024 WA Electrical Roadshow – Hillarys

    FREE

    CORE Start Ideas Night

    The Foyer, Parmelia House 191 St Georges Tce, Perth, WA

    11 startups, 11 even greater ideas! Join CORE Innovation Hub for a very special CORE Connect featuring our 2024 CORE Start Participants.

    Free

    She Thrives: The Power of Networking

    Riff 45 St Georges Tce, Perth, Australia

    Join us for the next event in the She Thrives series, “The Power of Networking” on Thursday, October 24th, from 5pm to 7pm at Riff! Following successful past She Thrives events, including 'The Power of Personal Branding' and 'Negotiations 101 Basics and Beyond', this event will focus on the vital skill of networking. Learn how to build and… Continue reading She Thrives: The Power of Networking

    $10