A global movement and series of events where stories of failure are shared. Each month, at events around the world, we get three or four people to face a room full of strangers to share their own fuckup. Stories of businesses that go bust, partner deals that fall out, products that have to be recalled, […]
The global green technology and sustainability market size is projected to grow from 16 billion in 2023 to 61 billion by 2030. National and international trading standards increasingly require businesses to report on their impact and governance. ESG compliance is now a crucial factor in a start-ups ability to scale. However, navigating the world of […]
ake your idea to the next level in 54 exhilarating hours! Details Canva. Airbnb. Minecraft. Instagram. This list goes on. Ever wondered how these companies grew? The Curtin x Bloom Student Startup Weekend provides students with an exciting entry into the world of startups. Over an action-packed three days, the best mentors, investors, co-founders and sponsors will provide […]
We always hear about how successful entrepreneurs have achieved great things and made lots of money and impact. What we don't get to hear is all the times they made mistakes and it turns out - that's where the real learnings lie. Mistakes that made us is a fun catered event at the UWA Tav where […]
Pitch night is here! 📣📣📣 Come see the finest and wildest businesses and ideas that the Bloom community has to offer. At 6pm on April the 17th, we will have entrepreneurs from all around the Bloom ecosystem (Launchpad, Orbit, co-workers, students and the wider Bloom community) coming to pitch their established businesses or business ideas in […]
Join us for our famous Launchpad Showcase on the 25th May 2023 at St Catherine's College. This semester we have some incredible change-makers from Bloom’s Launchpad Program are excited to show you their solutions to some of the world’s hairiest problems. Over 12-weeks they’ve transformed their idea into a startup, using design thinking and problem […]
It's time for Bloom Pitch Night #2!!! Come and see some more of the finest pitches the Bloom community has to offer. Our pitchers will battle it out to gain the most attendee votes to win a large cash prize based on the event ticket pool (last time the cash prize was $275). Plenty of […]
Do you have spicy opinions? Discussing difficult topics respectfully helps us to break down our echo chambers, share understanding and promote deep thought. The goal is not to agree, but to effectively communicate with people who have different mindsets and opinions. Join us 📅 Mon 5th Aug 2024 ⌚ 5:30 pm - 7:30pm 🍷 Food […]
Melanie Perkins. Kylie Jenner. Addison Rae. The list of successful female entrepreneurs goes on. Could you be next? Open to all women and non-binary WA high school and university students, the experience will be held from 13th - 15th of September at Curtin's Bentley campus. Student Startup Weekend Women provides students with an exciting entry […]
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 […]
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 […]
Bloom is an innovation hub for young entrepreneurs, facilitating programs to help a variety of different entrepreneurs of different ages and stages. They hold regular networking and up-skilling events in our coworking spaces at Crawley and Bentley. Startup Snags: Bloom Community Meetup Startup Snags is your weekly excuse to grab a hot dog, chat business, […]
Join for Mistakes That Made Us, Bloom UWA’s flagship event where founders share the real stories behind their entrepreneurial journeys. This exclusive event will feature a series of inspiring founders as they reflect on the mistakes they've made, lessons they've learned, and how those experiences shaped their success. Whether you're an aspiring entrepreneur, a student, or […]
Bloom is an innovation hub for young entrepreneurs, facilitating programs to help a variety of different entrepreneurs of different ages and stages. They hold regular networking and up-skilling events in our coworking spaces at Crawley and Bentley. Startup Snags: Bloom Community Meetup Startup Snags is your weekly excuse to grab a hot dog, chat business, […]
Live like an entrepreneur for 54-hours! 4 - 6 April 2025 | Entrepreneurs Hub, Curtin University Bentley From startups disrupting industries, to student founders making waves, the future of business is being built right now. Student Startup Weekend is your chance to dive in, test your ideas, and turn them into reality. Over three action-packed days, […]
Bloom is an innovation hub for young entrepreneurs, facilitating programs to help a variety of different entrepreneurs of different ages and stages. They hold regular networking and up-skilling events in our coworking spaces at Crawley and Bentley. Startup Snags: Bloom Community Meetup Startup Snags is your weekly excuse to grab a hot dog, chat business, […]
Bloom is an innovation hub for young entrepreneurs, facilitating programs to help a variety of different entrepreneurs of different ages and stages. They hold regular networking and up-skilling events in our coworking spaces at Crawley and Bentley.
Are you passionate about equipping young people with the skills to lead, innovate and create change? Bloom is seeking a dynamic and driven Youth Coordinator to join our team part-time and play a key role in shaping the future of entrepreneurial education in Western Australia.
Join us as we celebrate the LaunchLAB AI cohort and showcase what happens when WA’s brightest technical minds meet top-tier startup training and mentorship. The results? Nothing short of game-changing. From education to logistics to healthcare, founders will pitch their AI solutions and reflect on the progress and traction they’ve achieved so far. Come see why the […]
Bloom Launchpad Showcase – Where Big Ideas Take Flight! Join on May 22nd at the Bloom Ideas Hub for an electrifying evening as we unveil the next wave of game-changing startups! Over the past 12 weeks, our Launchpad founders have tackled some of the world’s toughest challenges, turning bold ideas into market-validated solutions. Now, it's time to see their innovations come to […]
From Netflix to Airbnb, ever wondered how your favourite brands actually make money? Take a front-row seat as CERI and Bloom lifts the hood on the hidden mechanics that keep a business running and growing. In collaboration with CERI and Bloom, this is a dynamic two-hour session where you’ll dissect real-world business models and learn […]
Following a successful inaugural cohort, the program returns with a bold new group of subject matter experts. This media training fellowship supports mid-career professionals and industry leaders to share their expertise and influence the public conversations around WA’s future. By platforming underrepresented voices from across WA’s communities, REACH ensures media outlets and public forums reflect […]
Are you an early-stage founder in search of the perfect co-founder to bring your vision to life? Whether you're a developer, marketer, finance bro, or somewhere in between, Find a Co-Founder is designed to connect ambitious people like you. When you purchase your ticket, you’ll be asked to submit a short blurb about yourself—your background, your skills, […]
Join to celebrate the very first year of LaunchLAB AI, WA’s first AI-focused incubator. Across 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. Most importantly, the Finale is about what comes next: the ideas, collaborations, and opportunities […]
In this 60-minute masterclass, learn what every founder needs to know about hiring, including recent changes to Fair Work laws that could make your old contractor agreements non-compliant. Key topics: The key differences between employees and contractors Real examples from startup hiring scenarios How to write or adapt contracts that protect your business Take-home checklist […]
Come celebrate the next generation of business builders at the Launchpad Showcase. Over 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! Join for an evening of: Business pitches from student founders Fresh ideas across industries Networking with WA’s innovation […]
Starting a business comes with risk, but the right insurance can help protect what you're building. In this 60-minute masterclass, experienced insurance advisor Sandy Gray will walk early-stage founders through what they need to know about business insurance. The session will focus on key risks, relevant cover types, and how to approach getting insured with […]
Future in Question is a live, unscripted conversation where two seasoned technologists cut through the noise to unpack what’s really at stake. No hype, no fluff — just sharp insights, big questions, and honest takes on the future of AI. Expect a mix of deep technical context, accessible discussion, and audience Q&A, followed by networking with […]
LaunchLAB is a 10 week program designed to accelerate the launch of AI-driven startups. With hands-on mentoring, cutting-edge workshops, and real-world applications, we empower participants to transform ambitious ideas into scalable businesses. Why join the program Expert-Led AI Startup Guidance: Benefit from weekly workshops, sprint weekends, and mentorship by AI experts from WADSIH, Microsoft, and […]
