Kaya: Investment and Trade, Business Matchmaking and Networking
2024-11-06 17:30 - 20:30 (Australia/Perth) | Bankwest Place, William Street, Perth, WA, 6000
Unlock the future of investment between Indonesia and Australia! Join us for a dynamic evening of workshops, business matchmaking, and high-impact networking designed to bring together entrepreneurs, investors, and industry experts. This event is packed with exclusive insights and opportunities to connect with key players and explore high-potential projects in Indonesia and Western Australia.
Key Benefits:

Focused Investment Insights: Discover the latest trends and investment opportunities specific to Indonesia and Australia, helping you make informed, strategic decisions.
Strategic Business Matchmaking: Meet and connect with potential partners and projects that align with your investment goals.
Networking Opportunities: Build relationships with entrepreneurs, investors, and experts that could lead to future collaborations.
Expert-Led Discussions: Gain practical and strategic guidance from industry leaders on cross-border trading and investing.
Access to High-Potential Projects: Explore investment-ready projects critical to the region’s growth.

Don’t miss this opportunity to stay ahead of the curve and fuel your investment growth!
About Kaya: Indonesian Business Week
Join us for this transformative week where you’ll not only gain insights from industry leaders but also be part of a dynamic community dedicated to building a prosperous future. From innovative solutions to sustainable practices, Kaya: Indonesian Business Week is more than just an event — it’s a celebration of collaboration, heritage, and forward-thinking.
Whether you’re a seasoned professional or an emerging leader, this is your chance to connect, learn, and grow in a space where the future of business takes center stage.

WAMR & ALCOA: Can you be what you can’t see?
2024-11-07 08:00 - 09:00 (Australia/Perth) | Alcoa Offices, 576 Marmion St, Booragoon, WA, 6154
Come join us for the 6th WAMR Networking research seminar at Alcoa’s Booragoon office south of the city. A chance to get together, meet your peers, discuss your research projects and make a few friends in the process!
The Alcoa team brings an expert panel together featuring three of Alcoa’s women research and development leaders, sharing their perspectives on forging their career path and key aspects of supporting other women in the minerals research sector.

DEADLINE: HEX International (Singapore) Program
2024-11-07 08:00 - 09:00 (Australia/Perth) | Apply online
“Escape the ordinary and dive into the exhilarating world of experiential learning overseas! It’s not just a journey; it’s an odyssey of self-discovery. Immerse yourself in the unexpected, embrace personal growth, and forge connections that spark excitement.

Learn about concept ideation, startup mentality, funding & finance, market research & validation, startup culture and tours plus an intro to branding and marketing. Learn about growth hacking, pitching 101, UI and prototyping, product design, financial modelling, tech tours and finally your pitches to investors, CEOs and government legends. “

WiTWA Tech[+] Conference
2024-11-07 08:30 - 17:30 (Australia/Perth) | Perth Convention and Exhibition Centre, 21 Mounts Bay Road, Perth, 6000
Join us for an unforgettable evening at the 2024 WiTWA Tech [+] Awards! Celebrate the trailblazers and future shapers in tech as they take the spotlight and shine. Let’s raise a glass to their incredible contributions and toast to their success!
Get ready to dress to impress in your cocktail attire and immerse yourself in an evening of excellence, camaraderie, and joyous celebration. This isn’t just an awards night; it’s a showcase of talent and a festivity of progress!
Don’t miss your chance to be part of an event that celebrates technology, diversity, and innovation. Seize the opportunity to secure your spot as tickets are only available till 4th November!

Carbon Capture and Storage for a Sustainable Energy Transition
2024-11-07 17:30 - 18:30 (Australia/Perth) | GHD, 10/999 Hay Street, Perth, WA, 6000
Join YEP Perth as we hear from three industry leaders about carbon capture and storage technology and its role in the energy transition.

About this topic:
Carbon Capture and Storage is a critical technology for decarbonisation and is set to play an important role as the world moves to a low-carbon energy future. Especially for a carbon intenstive state like WA. This event will explore the potential of Carbon Capture and Storage (CCS) technology in Australia’s journey towards decarbonisation and a cleaner energy future. Our expert presenters will provide an overview of CCS technology, insights into the Cygnus CCS Project, and the role that CCS can support decarbonisation in ammonia production, and other hard to abate industries, with true abatement of CO2.
About this event:
Join us to learn more about CCS, and the ways it can aid industry in reducing carbon emissions and support Australia’s climate targets to ensure a sustainable, reliable energy transition.

Kaya: ASEAN Market Insights Unlocking Growth & Potential
2024-11-07 17:30 - 20:30 (Australia/Perth) | WS2, 143 St Georges Terrace, Perth, WA, 6000
Event Overview:
Join us for ASEAN Market Insights: Unlocking Growth & Potential for Startups and Entrepreneurs, an exclusive event where startups and entrepreneurs can gain valuable knowledge and explore business opportunities across ASEAN markets. Learn from experts, participate in workshops, and expand your network with leaders from Australia and ASEAN.
Key Benefits:

Country-Specific Insights: Gain a deep understanding of the ASEAN market’s unique dynamics and opportunities.
Actionable Strategies: Get expert-led strategies tailored to startups looking to grow in the region.
Succession Planning: Learn the importance of effective succession planning in ASEAN businesses.
Business Matchmaking: Build connections with ASEAN entrepreneurs, industry leaders, and potential partners.
Extended Q&A: Engage in interactive Q&A designed to equip you with practical skills for market success.

Agribusiness Emerging Industries: Production and Money
2024-11-08 09:00 - 13:00 (Australia/Perth) | online
These online workshops will introduce emerging industry producers to using the Business Model Canvas (BMC) to analyse and plan business development. The BMC supports farmers to focus on marketplace strategy, production efficiency and managing money.
Participants leave with a useable ‘plan on a page’ for their business.
Previous emerging industry BMC participants have described what they learned:

It really did open my eyes to the business of farming in ways I hadn’t thought of.
How to plan for distribution of my product.
Deeper understanding of the value of the product that the target customer segment is looking for.
I learned the correct pricing for our target market.

Dates (we encourage you to do both sessions, but welcome participants in just one or other session):

Session 1 – BMC and marketplace – Friday, 25 October, 9am-1pm on Teams
Session 2 – production and money – Friday, 8 November 9am-1pm on Teams

Curtin Invest: Deal
2024-11-08 13:00 - 18:00 (Australia/Perth) | 137 St Georges Tce, Perth, 137 St Georges Tce, Perth
Curtin Invest is a four-part series, delivered over 12 months, curated to raise awareness and educate West Australian current and prospective investors in WA’s startup investment. The purpose of this series is to contribute towards, grow, and cultivate an investible ecosystem, positioning WA as a state to invest in with abundant talent, ideas, technology and opportunities.
This free, hands-on workshop will be led by angel investors Tracie Clark and Rob Nathan, with live pitches from some of Curtin’s startup companies, and a panel featuring WA’s leading investors Wilson Casado (The Bakery), Isabelle Charter (Drip Finance), Rob Davis (South West Angels), Sheryl Frame (VentureX HQ), Isis Nair (Ex-Google), and Kirsty Packer (Purpose Ventures).
We’re particularly encouraging of regional participants to join us online as we will be facilitating this workshop virtually via Webex.
Practically, participants can expect to learn:

Explore what it means to be an Angel Investor
Find out how to evaluate investment opportunities
Witness expert investors conduct a live deal assessment
Discover some of WA’s top startups

After the workshop, guests are invited to connect, engage, and share ideas with one another over drinks and canapés.
Date: Friday 8 November 2024
Time: 1:00pm – 6:00pm including post-workshop drinks
Location: The Gallery, Level 1, 137 St Georges Tce, Perth

WiTWA Tech[+] Awards
2024-11-08 18:00 - 23:30 (Australia/Perth) | Perth Convention and Exhibition Centre, 21 Mounts Bay Road, Perth, 6000
2024 WITWA TECH [+] AWARDS
Date: Friday, 8 November 2024
Time: 6:00pm – midnight
Venue: Perth Convention & Exhibition Centre

More details coming soon. Save the date!

TEDxPerth Salon 2024: Artificial Intelligence
2024-11-08 19:00 - 22:00 (Australia/Perth) | Perth Telephone Exchange, 410 Murray St, Perth, WA
Artificial intelligence blurs the boundaries between human creativity and machine intelligence, offering infinite possibilities for innovation and discovery.
TEDxPerth Salon 2024: Artificial Intelligence will feature some of Perth’s brightest minds in the field and their ideas about how Artificial Intelligence (AI) can transform our lives and change the world for the better.
Our guest curator Alex Jenkins is the Director of the WA Data Science Innovation Hub at Curtin University. A trailblazer in the world of AI, with a knack for making complex technology seem simple. Alex is bringing together an exciting line up that will have you buzzing!
You can be part of this exclusive evening event in the Perth CBD for just $49.50 plus booking fee. You will enjoy:

Live talks from 3 or 4 of Perth’s most remarkable thinkers
A video screening of a TED talk, followed by a Q&A session
Opportunities for networking, conversation and discussion

The Perth Telephone Exchange is a grand historic building in the heart of our city, offering a wonderful space to experience a TEDxPerth Salon. It’s a one-minute walk from His Majesty’s Car Park and Shafto Lane, and less than 500 metres from Perth Train Station.
Salons are smaller, intimate events with a limited number of tickets. Our previous Salon events have sold out. Act today so you don’t miss out.
We can’t wait to see you there!

DEADLINE: AgriFutures / Earthshot Prize Opportunity
2024-11-11 08:00 - 09:00 (Australia/Perth) | Apply online
“AgriFutures Australia is an Official Nominator for the 2025 Earthshot Prize, which awards £1 million to winners working on solutions to repair the planet. The Earthshot Prize is a platform dedicated to finding and growing solutions that will repair our planet this decade. We wake up every day to support innovators and leaders working to create a better world. They may be a university, a charity, a tech startup or even a city. Our role is to shine a spotlight on their solutions, to support and help scale them, and in doing so, unleash the urgent optimism in each of us.”

DEADLINE: AgriFutures / Earthshot Prize Opportunity
2024-11-11 08:00 - 09:00 (Australia/Perth) | Apply online
Between $150,000 and $500,000 funding to support co-innovation between SMEs across Singapore and Australia
This program provides funding for Australian and Singaporean enterprises to collaborate on commercially viable, innovative green products and services.
Grants will support projects that focus on priority green economic sectors, including:

renewable and green energy
waste managment and circular economy
sustainable agribusiness and food
green transportation and logistics
built environment and infrastructure
energy efficient technologies and products
advanced manufacturing and sustainable materials
environmental monitoring, analysis and assessment.

Navigating GeoMap.WA
2024-11-12 09:00 - 10:00 (Australia/Perth) | Minerals Research Institute of Western Australia, 1 Adelaide Terrace, East Perth, WA, 6004, Australia
The Department of Energy, Mines, Industry Regulation and Safety is offering in-person training in the use of GeoMap.WA
Register now for sessions on either Tuesday 12 or Wednesday 13 November 2024.
Our training room is equipped with desktop computers – you will need to have proficient computer skills. You are welcome to bring your own device if you want to run through specific examples.
These sessions have very limited capacity. Only register for sessions that you will attend. If your availability changes, visit the “view and manage your order online” link in your confirmation email to cancel your registration.
Registration is open until 5 PM WST Thursday, 07 November 2024

PRAXIS Clinical Trials 101 Workshop
2024-11-12 10:00 - 2024-11-13 14:00 (Australia/Perth) | online
On completion, you will:

Be able to define the different trial types
Understand Good Clinical Practice and its purpose in clinical trials to ensure participant safety and data integrity
Know your roles and responsibilities in clinical trials to avoid risk and excel in your role
Understand research ethics and governance and how it applies to your work
Be able to confidently navigate regulatory requirements to ensure you are compliant
Know how to successfully recruit for your next clinical trial to avoid delays or early termination
Be able to set an effective budget for a clinical trial to maximise your finances

101 Introduction to the business of IP: fundamentals
2024-11-12 12:00 - 17:00 (Australia/Perth) | Nexia Perth, 3/88 William Street, Perth, WA, 6000
Facilitated by Guy Provan, Principal at Provan Legal, and LESANZ WA , This interactive workshop will introduce the concepts of IP, discuss the fundamentals of licensing and include a licence agreement case study in which participants take on the roles of licensor and licensee. Includes valuable Q&A.

AI Innovation Summit Australia-Vietnam
2024-11-12 13:30 - 16:00 (Australia/Perth) | The Platform, 256 Adelaide Terrace #3 Perth, WA 6000 Australia, Perth, Australia, 6000, Indonesia
Get ready for a global AI collaboration at the AI Innovation Summit Australia-Vietnam. This summit is a cross-continental platform designed to unite AI enthusiasts, professionals, and experts from Australia and Vietnam. The event invites public participation and offers an in-depth exploration of the AI innovations emerging from both nations, highlighting key advancements and encouraging the exchange of knowledge. Expect engaging discussions, networking opportunities, and insights from leading industry figures. We’ll also address the ethical and social impacts of AI, framed by the unique cultural contexts of each country.
Join us as we celebrate the convergence of AI innovation between Australia and Vietnam, fostering greater collaboration in a pivotal moment for technology and society. The AI Innovation Summit Australia-Vietnam is part of a broader series of five international events under the AI Innovation Summits banner, supported by the City of Perth. Other summits in this series will include, Singapore, Japan, and Korea, each focusing on unique AI contributions, enhancing global cooperation and innovation across borders.

Round Six SPARK Women in Business Grants – ask me anything
2024-11-12 17:00 - 18:00 (Australia/Perth) | online
Join Founder of SPARK, Danielle Lewis for an ask-me-anything session for everything you need to know to apply for the grants!
WHY ARE WE DOING THIS?
The purpose of SPARK is to help women in business grow their profit & impact. We do this by creating the resources, insights and community for women to shortcut their success. And while we believe you can do a lot on hustle, sometimes girls just need funds. So we’re reinvesting our profits back into a quarterly $10,000 + $5,000 business grant.
We believe that if we want change. It starts with us.
Join us for this free information session and find out about our fabulous SPARK community and how we can support your business!
FIND OUT MORE ABOUT THE SPARK GRANTS.
Round SIX – applications open 1-30 November, 2024
Voting & Judging 1 – 31 December, 2024.
Grants awarded 10 January 2025.

LESANZ End of Year Networking Event
2024-11-12 17:00 - 19:00 (Australia/Perth) | Nexia Perth, 3/88 William Street, Perth, WA, 6000
Join us for a lively and engaging End of Year Networking Session and come together to reflect on the year, share insights, and make valuable new connections.

This is the perfect opportunity to expand your network, celebrate the year’s achievements, and set the stage for a successful new year. Whether you’re looking to meet potential collaborators, seek new opportunities, or simply enjoy great conversations, this session offers an informal and relaxed environment for meaningful interactions.

MAG24 – Modern Applications of Geophysics
2024-11-13 08:30 - 17:00 (Australia/Perth) | Fraser’s Kings Park, 60 Fraser Avenue, Perth, WA, 6005, Australia
A one-day symposium covering varying case studies, from exploration and discovery to evaluation and production of mineral deposits.

Corporate Execs Turned Startup Founder
2024-11-13 14:00 - 15:00 (Australia/Perth) | online
Antler, the world’s day zero investor, is calling on aspiring and experienced founders to join an Ask-Me-Anything session spotlighting on a pathway to entrepreneurship for corporate executives!
Many corporate leaders—whether from tech or non-tech backgrounds—dream of breaking free to innovate and disrupt industries. But how do they successfully navigate this major transition?
Join us as our very own corporate executive-turned-VC, James McClure, sits down with two ex-corporate Antler portfolio company founders, Andisor’s Vandana Chaudry and Authentified’s Ben Chamberlain, to share their experiences of making the leap from the corporate world to building venture-backed startups.
Come prepared with your burning questions, and don’t miss this chance to learn more about how Antler supports and invests in exceptional founders.

Life Sciences WA Connect – Bentley
2024-11-13 16:30 - 18:00 (Australia/Perth) | Curtin University
Join us for an exciting in-person networking event where life sciences industry leaders, companies, innovators, investors, and researchers come together to network and share insights in the field of life sciences. Enjoy some light refreshments whilst connecting with like-minded individuals and staying up to date with the latest trends and innovations.
Don’t miss out on this chance to expand your network, gain valuable knowledge, and be a part of the vibrant life science community in Western Australia. Mark your calendars and get ready for an event filled with collaboration and new connections at Life Sciences WA Connect!
Can’t make it, don’t worry we’re planning to hold Life Sciences WA Connect events in Perth’s North as well.

She Thrives: Leading with Vision and Purpose
2024-11-13 17:00 - 19:00 (Australia/Perth) | Riff, 45 St Georges Tce, Perth, Australia
She Thrives is our women in leadership series, run as part of Plus Eight Boosted, where we bring innovative individuals from across the world to our community. This workshop series is made possible thanks to the support of the Government of Western Australia Department of Communities.
Take a sneak peak at our upcoming workshops in the She Thrives series:

The Power of Networking: 24th October, 5pm – 7pm
Leading with Vision and Purpose: 13th November, 5pm – 7pm

The Executive Summary
2024-11-13 17:30 - 20:00 (Australia/Perth) | Optus Stadium, 333 Victoria Park Drive, Burswood, Western Australia, 6100, Australia
What are CEOs looking for in Communication professionals?
What do they value the most and where do they see the profession heading?
Forward-thinking CEOs are recognising the benefits – and necessity – of engaging a wider variety of internal and external stakeholders, including the employees they are trying to retain and attract, the customers they are trying to keep happy, policymakers on both sides of the aisle, social groups advocating on any number of issues, public perception, an expanded focus on ESG and the benefits and perils of AI. The list goes on.
This is the first thought-leadership event IABC WA is holding where we will focus on the view of the senior leaders that many communicators in the room support on a day to day basis – the CEO.

IP Reach for Creative Industries
2024-11-14 09:00 - 12:00 (Australia/Perth) | Creative Corner, 47 Walcliffe Road, Margaret River, WA 6285, 37 Walcliffe Road, Margaret River, Western Australia, 6285, Australia
Want to unravel the ins and outs of intellectual property (IP) including copyright for the creative industries?
Presented by Westmark IP in partnership with the Creative Corner, join Mark Pullen and guest speaker Guy Provan as they give you the insights into IP on Thursday 14 November from 9am to 12pm.
Mark and Guy will also be available from 1pm to 4pm for free 1:1 confidential appointments that can be booked on the day.
For creative industries, intellectual property (IP) and commercial agreements provide vital tools to safeguard rights and generate business value from creative works.
Ownership of IP can help creatives obtain appropriate recognition and compensation for their work. This workshop will cover copyright and other forms of IP, which type of IP is best suited to the creative endeavours, as well as IP ownership, confidentiality and trade secrets.
This workshop is suitable for all creative industries, innovators and business owners.
IP reach is supported through the X-TEND WA program provided under the New Industries Fund by the Department of Jobs, Tourism, Science and Innovation. Also supported by Creative Tech Village, Arts Margaret River and Margaret River HEART.

Unearthing Value in Geoscience Data with AI
2024-11-14 15:15 - 18:00 (Australia/Perth) | SRK Consulting, Level 3, 18-32 Parliament Place, West Perth, WA, 6005
ACBC WA, CCCA (Perth Branch) and SRK Consulting invite you to join us as we delve into an insightful discussion on how to maximise the value of your geoscience data using AI, followed by casual networking drinks and nibbles.
In the first presentation, Principal Geologist Dr Yuanjian Zhu will explore how working with AI can improve efficiency and accuracy in mining geology, as well as automate the recognition and learning of patterns in geoscience data.
Following Dr Zhu, Dr Mark Rieuwers will share a case study on an exploration targeting project that used multiple approaches (done in collaboration with DeepIQ and BHP). The project aimed to support the discovery of large porphyry copper deposits in a well-explored region in the northern Chilean Andes.
This is a unique opportunity to learn from experienced resource geologists, don’t miss out!
This event is being held in cooperation with the China Chamber of Commerce in Australia (Perth Branch) and supported by SRK Consulting.

DEADLINE: Global Growth Accelerator Program – Critical Tech
2024-11-15 08:00 - 09:00 (Australia/Perth) | Apply online
Invest and Trade Western Australia (USA) is excited to invite you to participate in this new 3-month hybrid Global Growth Accelerator Program: WA Critical Tech to the US. Designed to fast-track entry into the US market for Western Australian startups, scaleups and companies, the program will culminate in a customized business mission to Austin, Texas and participation in the South by Southwest (SXSW) 2025 conference (3 – 11 March 2025).
Applications are invited from companies developing solutions within critical technologies, mining and/or energy, and other sectors with dual-use applications.

DEADLINE: Circular Fashion Innovation Fund
2024-11-15 08:00 - 09:00 (Australia/Perth) | Apply online
The eBay Circular Fashion Fund is seeking to support pioneering businesses that are using technology and services to change customer behaviour within the fashion industry. We are looking for forward-thinking solutions which will develop the way we think about fashion’s circular economy.

Market winners receive a share of $200k AUD and the opportunity to pitch for an additional $300k USD of investment as the global winner
Market winners receive a share of $200k AUD and the opportunity to pitch for an additional $300k USD of investment as the global winner
Networking opportunities

DEADLINE: Project Officer, Innovation Central Perth
2024-11-15 08:00 - 09:00 (Australia/Perth) | Apply online
Project Officer to join the Innovation Central Perth (ICP) team. This role will be industry facing to support the coordination and delivery of projects with industry partners.
Responsibilities will include:

Assist with the development of relevant business cases and project scoping documentation and project plans as required, including timelines, implementation and evaluation methods, and communication strategies.
Collaborate with stakeholders on project requirements, ensuring their needs are met and expectations are managed. Maintain regular communication to provide updates and gather feedback, fostering strong client relationships.
Track activities against project milestones, identify impacts and risks associated with the projects, and resolve operational problems. Facilitate the development and implementation of initiatives, processes, and systems for effective and efficient project administration.
Facilitate communication and collaboration between ICP and its stakeholders, maintaining positive relationships and addressing concerns proactively. Represent ICP interests with integrity and professionalism.
Provide administrative assistance in form of documentation, record-keeping, scheduling, reporting, data collection, task and deliverable tracking, and logistical coordination. Collaborate with team members to streamline processes and optimize project workflows.
Ensure project delivery and achievement of organisational goals. Offer support and expertise as needed to enhance project outcomes and maximize impact.

GSWA Open Day 2024
2024-11-15 09:00 - 18:00 (Africa/Abidjan) | Pan Pacific Hotel Perth, 207 Adelaide Tce, Perth, WA, 6000, Australia
Ticketing is open from 9 AM on Monday, 05 August and closes at 5 PM Friday, 08 November 2024.
Join us at the 26th GSWA Open Day.
Bringing you face-to-face with Western Australia’s leading geoscience organisation. You will gain new insights on groundbreaking geoscience, be the first to discover new world-class data, and network with industry, government, and academia. Tickets to GSWA Open Day have sold out every year since 2021 – this annual conference is one that you do not want to miss.
Whether you are a seasoned geoscientist, an early-career professional, a passionate student, or an industry representative seeking to expand your knowledge base, GSWA Open Day 2024 promises to be an enriching and transformative experience.
Let’s get together to shape a better future through the power of knowledge, exploration, and collaboration.
Visit demirs.wa.gov.au/gswaopenday for more information
#GSWA2024

Meet the Entrepreneur Series: Mohinder Jaimangal
2024-11-15 16:00 - 17:00 (Australia/Perth) | The SET, 1/25 Burler Drive, Vasse, Western Australia, 6280, Australia
Discover how design thinking can transform your product into something your customers rave about. Join Mohinder, a robotics engineer and the founder of Curve Tomorrow, as he shares his journey in developing user-friendly health technologies that address real-world challenges. With over 20 years of experience in the tech industry, Mohinder combines his passion for innovation with a commitment to making a positive impact to the world.
As a seasoned entrepreneur, Mohinder has gone from founder to CTO and then CEO as they scaled from $0 to seven figures a year, while serving on the boards of WeGuide and Classroom of Hope. He also mentors entrepreneurs at business accelerators like Plus8 and AndHealth, sharing his insights on how to navigate the complex landscape of life, tech and business.
In this talk, Mohinder will guide you through the principles of design thinking and demonstrate how they can be applied to develop impactful tech products in healthcare. Attendees will gain practical strategies for tackling challenges and turning them into opportunities for innovation and change in their businesses.

Light refreshments will be provided. Come ready to learn, share, and connect!
