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  • The Importance of Planning for the R&D Tax Incentive

    SPACECUBED 45 St George Terrace, Perth, WA, Australia

    Unlock the full potential of your business’s innovation efforts by joining us for an in-depth education session at Spacecubed. This event is your gateway to understanding the critical importance of planning for the R&D Tax Incentive. Designed to equip you with comprehensive knowledge and practical strategies, this session will help you implement best practices to… Continue reading The Importance of Planning for the R&D Tax Incentive

    FREE

    Women in Leadership Summit

    Pan Pacific Hotel Perth 207 Adelaide Tce, Perth, WA, Australia

    Inspiring Change and Empowering Action: Leading an Equitable Future UN Women Australia are proud to continue our partnership with the Women in Leadership Summit, with 10% of all ticket sales supporting UN Women Australia and our work to advance gender equality for women and girls everywhere.

    WA Investor Office Hours

    online Western Australia, Australia
    Virtual Event Virtual Event

    ​Founders Factory is looking to meet Western Australia’s most ambitious climate and deep tech founders. ​This year, Founders Factory launched two new programs centred in Perth—a Mining Tech Accelerator with Rio… Continue reading WA Investor Office Hours

    APEXE Nations Report G20 Pilot – Launch Webinar

    online Western Australia, Australia

    Launching the Inaugural APEXE Nations Report G20 Pilot - Join us for a Launch Webinar on November 26! Startup Genome and the Global Entrepreneurship Network, in collaboration with ABStartups and Startup20, a G20 initiative, are thrilled to announce the launch of the inaugural APEXE Nations Report – G20 Pilot. APEXE, which stands for ‘Aptitudes and Policies for Exponential Entrepreneurship,’ offers… Continue reading APEXE Nations Report G20 Pilot – Launch Webinar

    BNY: Pitch Perfect – Master Your Pitch

    Y.hub Coworking 128 Yanchep Beach Road, Yanchep, WA

    Learn how to perfect your business pitch + network with like-minded individuals. In this session you will NOT be learning how to perfect your vocals! However, you will be learning how to create your perfect personalised business pitch. We aim to have you leaving with a pitch that is sure to captivate those who listen… Continue reading BNY: Pitch Perfect – Master Your Pitch

    $15

    City of Perth Plus Eight Pre-Accelerator Program Pitch Night 2024

    Riff 45 St Georges Tce, Perth, Australia

    🌟 You're invited to join us for the City of Perth Plus Eight Pre-Accelerator Pitch Night! Mark your calendar for Wednesday, November 27th, from 5pm to 8pm at Riff (45 St Georges Terrace, Perth) for an exciting evening of innovation and networking. Over the course of six weeks, 18 local startup founders across Perth have been participating in the Plus Eight… Continue reading City of Perth Plus Eight Pre-Accelerator Program Pitch Night 2024

    FREE

    Investing in Startups – What, How, Why

    The SET 1/25 Burler Drive, Vasse, Western Australia, Australia
    Virtual Event Hybrid Event

    Did you know that disruptive Australian companies like Canva and Linktree both started out with angel investment? Investing in startups (angel investing) is how you get in on the ground floor of companies that have potential to do BIG things. This event will cover: - What angel investing is - How investing in startups works… Continue reading Investing in Startups – What, How, Why

    FREE

    Event Series West Tech Fest 2024

    Corporate Innovation Summit

    Perth Convention and Exhibition Centre 21 Mounts Bay Road, Perth

    The Corporate Innovation Summit is a full-day event held during West Tech Fest 2024, designed to put you at the cutting edge of enterprise innovation and corporate venture capital (CVC). This isn’t your typical conference—it’s a unique opportunity to connect, learn, and engage with key players in the global corporate innovation ecosystem. With a focus… Continue reading Corporate Innovation Summit

    $499
    Event Series West Tech Fest 2024

    10 Mistakes to Avoid When Angel Investing

    Liberty Flexible Workspaces - Westralia Square 5/143 St Georges Terrace, Perth, WA

    Learn from Cheryl Mack's experience and avoid common pitfalls in angel investing at our event "10 Mistakes to Avoid When Angel Investing" Are you interested in angel investing but not sure where to start? Cheryl Mack, a seasoned investor, will share her top 10 tips to help you navigate the world of angel investing successfully.… Continue reading 10 Mistakes to Avoid When Angel Investing

    FREE
    Event Series West Tech Fest 2024

    Invest and Trade WA Sundowner

    Cooee Next Door 171-173 Mounts Bay Rd, Perth, WA

    This event will provide an opportunity for delegates to meet with key stakeholders in WA’s digital ecosystem including innovation hubs, co-working spaces, accelerators, and companies. Attendees will have an opportunity to enjoy some of Western Australia’s fresh produce and wine. For more information, please email events.ITWA@jtsi.wa.gov.au

    Event Series West Tech Fest 2024

    Australian Sports Technologies Network (ASTN) – WA Networking Event

    City of Perth Library 573 Hay Street, Perth, Western Australia, Australia

    Showcasing WA’s sportstech leaders and global trends in the sportstech & investment landscape ASTN welcomes you to our special end-of-year event where we will hear from leading voices from WA and Australia’s world-class sportstech industry. Across two panel sessions, eight of WA’s leading sportstech founders (speakers TBC) will share their journeys and showcase why their… Continue reading Australian Sports Technologies Network (ASTN) – WA Networking Event

    Free
    Event Series West Tech Fest 2024

    A Future by Design – Networking Breakfast

    Visagio 45 St Georges Terrace, Perth, Select a State:, Australia

    December sees the return of our our Future by Design program with an event not to be missed! This is a transformative experience for those seeking to lead in the digital age.  This event is not just about technology but the mindset needed to leverage it. It is a space where forward-thinking professionals can share ideas, collaborate, and develop… Continue reading A Future by Design – Networking Breakfast

    $30
    Event Series West Tech Fest 2024

    Joondalup 2050 – Realising the Vision

    Joondalup Resort Country Club Blvd, Connolly, wa, Australia

    Join us to explore the opportunities for Joondalup as the strategic centre of the north and discover the key initiatives to achieve the vision for the Joondalup of the future. The Joondalup City Centre will support a booming population and provide education, innovation, jobs and prosperity to the northern metropolitan region. Future development will see… Continue reading Joondalup 2050 – Realising the Vision

    $30
    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
    Event Series West Tech Fest 2024

    Global Robotics and Automation Technology Showcase

    Australian Automation and Robotics Precinct Pederick Rd, Neerabup, WA

    A Global Robotics & Automation Technology Showcase: A West Tech Fest AARP-ORTUNITY Featuring: Innovator Spotlights Industry Panel - connecting local and global ecosystems Indoor and Outdoor Tech Showcase Demonstrations from: RCT Global Switch Technologies  Australian Flow Batteries Maclean Engineering UX Machines  RaptorTech

    FREE

    IP Reach: Regional Series

    222 Chester Pass Road Milpara, WA

    IP Workshop for Commercially Focused Business Owners, Start-up Leaders and Innovators Limited spaces available for this IP workshop in Albany, Wednesday 4th Dec 2024. PLUS there's also an opportunity for one-on-one advice tailored to your business needs after the workshop. Book in for this FREE event here, or contact event host Albany Business Centre If… Continue reading IP Reach: Regional Series

    Free
    Event Series West Tech Fest 2024

    Tractor Ventures and Think & Grow West Tech Lunch

    La Lune 73 George St, East Fremantle, WA

    ​Join the Tractor Ventures and Think & Grow team for an exclusive dining experience with some of Perth’s top entrepreneurs and startup connectors. Our guest speakers, Ruth Hatherley, CEO & Founder of Moneycatcha, and Dan Jovevski, Founder & CEO at WeMoney, will provide her unique insights into growth, sharing both her professional experiences and personal… Continue reading Tractor Ventures and Think & Grow West Tech Lunch

    Event Series West Tech Fest 2024

    “Investing in Tech” Panel Discussion

    State Buildings , Australia

    Email Melissa Humphries melissa@pwnetwork.com.au to register your interest in attending this event This engaging discussion will cover the full spectrum of investment strategies—from angel investing and venture capital to direct investment—offering a rare opportunity to gain insights from industry leaders. Hear firsthand about their successes, learn from their challenges, and discover the strategies that set… Continue reading “Investing in Tech” Panel Discussion

    Event Series West Tech Fest 2024

    Bridging Innovation – Linking Perth with USA

    Public House 263 Adelaide Terrace, Perth, WA

    Join the U.S. Commercial Service for a U.S.-Australia business community networking event. Enjoy canapes and networking while meeting leaders of Australian companies – especially those based in Western Australia – looking to expand to North America. This is a unique opportunity to meet U.S. Consul General Siriana Nair, US Commercial Specialist Georgina Harrowell and others… Continue reading Bridging Innovation – Linking Perth with USA

    West Tech Main

    Perth Convention and Exhibition Centre 21 Mounts Bay Road, Perth

    Perth’s technology and innovation ecosystem comes alive as global leaders and emerging start-ups collide. Speakers include Founder of One Earth, Linzi Boyd; CEO Harry Dixon from Checkmate, Founding Partner and Managing Director of Cake Ventures, Monique Woodard and CEO Damian Kassabgi of Tech Council of Australia, plus many more. For more information, visit West Tech Fest

    Event Series West Tech Fest 2024

    City of Perth Innovation Showcase

    Perth Convention and Exhibition Centre 21 Mounts Bay Road, Perth

    Experience WA's Tech Future: From Industry Leaders to Rising Stars Get a first-hand look at the latest inventions, exciting products and new technologies that are on the cusp of revolutionising industries from across Western Australia. Step into Western Australia's largest tech showcase where you'll discover 40+ exhibits from the state's most exciting innovators and startups.… Continue reading City of Perth Innovation Showcase

    Event Series West Tech Fest 2024

    Curtin Invest: Diverse

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

    Curtin University invites you to join our special guest Monique Woodard, Founding Partner at Cake Ventures, on Friday 6 December to explore how building an inclusive investment landscape isn't just a social imperative; it's a business advantage for our state. Diversity fuels creativity, strengthens problem-solving abilities, and aligns with an increasingly global market. Ensuring individuals… Continue reading Curtin Invest: Diverse

    FREE
    Event Series West Tech Fest 2024

    Mandurah Tech Fest 2024

    Mandurah Offshore Fishing and Sailing Club Mandurah, WA

    DONT MISS OUT ON THE BIGGEST TECH EVENT IN MANDURAH OF 2024 Mandurah Tech Fest 2024 is at the Mandurah Offshore Fishing & Sailing Club with a mix of events from 10am to 2:30pm. - Tech Expo, see the latest and greatest Tech! - Tech Panel Discussions including PropTech, TourismTech, ResourceTech & Food/Beverage Innovation! - Tech… Continue reading Mandurah Tech Fest 2024

    FREE

    Meet the Entrepreneur Series: Olivia Humphrey

    The SET 1/25 Burler Drive, Vasse, Western Australia, Australia

    Olivia Humphrey spent many years in film distribution at Roadshow Entertainment, BBC and Austar/Foxtel before founding the independent streaming platform, Kanopy, which forged a new channel for streaming films to library members. Olivia boot-strapped the company in 2008 before uprooting her young family away from Perth to move Kanopy’s head office in San Francisco, USA.… Continue reading Meet the Entrepreneur Series: Olivia Humphrey

    FREE

    South West Angels – AGM 2024

    The SET 1/25 Burler Drive, Vasse, Western Australia, Australia

    Our SWA Annual General Meeting and social catch up for Members, prospective members, and supporters is on 9 December. Our Chair and Treasurer will present their respective reports and nominations for Committee positions will be voted on (note that only members can vote). This AGM follows the Meet the Entrepreneur Session with Olivia Humphrey. We look forward to seeing you… Continue reading South West Angels – AGM 2024

    FREE
    Event Series Lean Startup Perth: First-Timers

    Lean Startup Perth: First-Timers

    online Western Australia, Australia
    Virtual Event Virtual Event

    This introductory "Getting Started" meeting is for founders (and potential founders) who are first-timers to Lean Startup Perth (or those who wish to get a refresher on Lean Startup). It's best for you to attend one of these meeting before attending a "Getting On" meeting (although it's not required). This "Getting Started" meeting will introduce… Continue reading Lean Startup Perth: First-Timers

    $10

    eCom Entrepreneur Meetup & Drinks

    Bar Lafayette 125 St Georges Terrace, Perth, WA, Australia

    This group is for aspiring entrepreneurs. Whether you are struggling to launch your eCommerce business or currently run one and are looking to scale up, this is the place for you

    Spacecubed’s Christmas Sundowner 2024!

    Fern Courtyard 79 St Georges Terrace, Perth, WA

    Come and join us to celebrate the end of another year at our Spacecubed Christmas Sundowner! We welcome you to join us to celebrate 2024 and all the wins along the way. Let's get together for a final hurrah to bring in the holiday season and wrap up another year at Spacecubed. Come along to Fern Courtyard… Continue reading Spacecubed’s Christmas Sundowner 2024!

    $20
    Event Series Deadlines

    DEADLINE: Business Research and Innovation Initiative (BRII) – Australian Cyber Security Strategy Challenge

    Apply online

    This program provides small to medium sized enterprises with funding to develop innovative solutions for government policy and service delivery challenges. This round focuses on a cyber security challenge identified by government. What do you get? Grants from $50,000 to $100,000 for a Feasibility project. If your Feasibility project is successful, you may receive up… Continue reading DEADLINE: Business Research and Innovation Initiative (BRII) – Australian Cyber Security Strategy Challenge