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
Renowned Australian futurist Dr Keith Suter AM offers a rare insight into navigating the impacts of world affairs on the domestic economy. With conflicts in Ukraine and Gaza, COVID-19 and disruptions to supply chains all sobering reminders of how interconnected the world now is, join Dr. Suter as he unpacks the deeper drivers of change… Continue reading Clear Skies with Dr. Keith Suter AM
Known in Chinese as Xiaohongshu, or Little Red Book (Red), this leading “lifestyle platform” has rapidly gained traction among global Chinese-speaking communities. Launched in 2013, Red now boasts over 300 million users, including 2 million in Southeast Asia, according to recent reports. With its diverse functions, ranging from socializing and shopping to general internet searching,… Continue reading How to use Xiaohongshu (Red) to Market to the Chinese Audience
Introducing the Future by Design - Academy of the Future: Empowering Western Australia's Next Generation of Innovators We are thrilled to announce the launch of A Future by Design -… Continue reading Future by Design: Academy of the Future
The Western Australian Government, as part of its commitment to support the State’s expanding innovation ecosystem, is seeking to enhance support for early-stage business growth to drive innovation, job creation, economic activity, and diversification. The WA Venture Capital (VC) Initiative is a Western Australian Government program seeking to accelerate, develop and enhance the VC industry… Continue reading DEADLINE: WA Venture Capital Initiative (RFP)
More Knowledgeable Other The zone of proximal development says that a more knowledgeable person can enhance a person's learning by guiding them through a task slightly above their ability level. These practical and hands-on learning experiences will build your core competencies and skills. For October our knowledge sharer is: Ben Smith, who worked with the founders of 2XU, Frank Green and Poppy Lissiman to… Continue reading Scaling Strategy: How to hire headcount for sustainable growth
In this seminar, Lyndon will draw on his experiences in both the private and public sectors to examine the role of government in the context of both market and government/regulatory failure, why politicians and regulators should be modest and the increasing failure of the public sector to provide “frank and fearless advice”. Lyndon Rowe is… Continue reading Poacher and Gamekeeper: Reflections from a Free Market Perspective
Many startup founders really struggle to be clear on all aspects of their business model. It seems to be just as difficult for established business owners with a new product or idea - or for the founder of a startup. There are so many variables to consider. The lean canvas is a tool that enables… Continue reading JTSI Workshop – Getting the Business Model Straight Workshop with Justin Davies
Learn how to effectively manage the challenges and opportunities that come with scaling a growing business, understanding Gen Z and how to create authentic connections. Speakers: Deepak Singh, Senior People & Culture Manager, Uber Carshare Deepak Singh, recognised as a top emerging culture creator and award-winning HR leader, shapes workplace culture through kindness and compassion.… Continue reading Scaling Smart: Adaptive Culture for Growing Organisations
The Industry Growth Program supports innovative Australian startups and small and medium enterprises (SMEs). The program helps them commercialise their innovative projects and scale their businesses in Australian Government priority areas. As an adviser you’ll work directly with innovative businesses taking part in the advisory service. You will give tailored expert advice and guidance on… Continue reading DEADLINE: Industry Growth Program Advisory – Request for Tender
Join us at our 2024 Plus Eight Demo Night, the biggest and most highly anticipated startup event of the year! Hear from the eighth cohort of Australia's premier seed-funded accelerator as they pitch their groundbreaking startups for follow-on investment. Meet the founders, network with investors and industry professionals, and immerse yourself in Perth's vibrant innovation ecosystem.… Continue reading Plus Eight Demo Night
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
Save the date! Our 2024 WA Innovation Leaders Congress is coming up on Friday, October 11 at The Hub, Bentley Technology Park. Following successful events in 2022 and 2023, we've engaged over 200 ecosystem leaders at each Congress, making this your opportunity to engage with trailblazers across the innovation industry, spanning Startups, Corporate and Government as we… Continue reading 2024 WA Innovation Leaders Congress
Join us at the 2024 Great Southern Business Awards Gala Dinner on Saturday 12th October 2024, for an unforgettable evening of business excellence and networking. The Great Southern Business Awards have been giving recognition to Albany and Great Southern business leaders and innovators for 28 years. Join us in celebrating the resilience, innovation and adaptability… Continue reading ACCI Great Southern Business Awards
We're looking for female founders who: Have a business that has moved beyond the ideation stage. Can demonstrate solid customer validation or are in the early growth/growth stage. Have a scalable business model. Six finalists will be selected to pitch on the night in front of an audience of industry experts, female founders, investors, and… Continue reading DEADLINE: Applications to Pitch for Female Founder Pitch Night
Join us for the highly anticipated 2024 CCIWA & ANZ Economic Breakfast, an essential event on the WA business calendar. Hear from Head of Australian Economics, Adam Boyton, who leads the team in providing macroeconomic analysis and insights to the Australian economy. Adam will provide his analysis and insights on the local, national and international… Continue reading CCIWA & ANZ Economic Breakfast 2024
Building rapport is crucial to being successful in the workplace and business but also to living a fulfilling life by connecting with those around you. Rapport is the foundation of relationships and trust. If you are able to build rapport quickly and meaningfully you will be well equipped to be persuasive and resolve conflict in… Continue reading Building Rapport – With Julian Coleman
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
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?
Join the Lotterywest Knowledge & Insights team to discover how to make more of an impact with your future initiatives and grant applications Ready to elevate your next initiative or grant application to make a real impact? Join us at one of the upcoming Lotterywest Impact Café & Business Connect Networking sessions, where you’ll gain… Continue reading Lotterywest Grants Impact Cafe & Networking Event (Kalgoorlie)
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… Continue reading Curtin Accelerate 2025 Information Session
Catch up with mates or make new connections with fellow graduates of Curtin's Ignition and Accelerate entrepreneur programs. Drinks and canapes will be served on the night which is designed to celebrate the entrepreneurial spirit of our program alumni. 6:00pm - 7:30pm Wednesday 16 October 2024 Entrepreneurs Hub, Building 418 Curtin University, Bentley, 6102 Register… Continue reading Curtin Ignition and Accelerate Alumni Networking Night
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
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
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
‘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
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
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
11 startups, 11 even greater ideas! Join CORE Innovation Hub for a very special CORE Connect featuring our 2024 CORE Start Participants.
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
