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SUMMARY:PITCHFEST 2023
DESCRIPTION:9 emerging entrepreneurs – 1 grand prize of $10\,000. Be inspired and invigorated by the world-changing ideas from WA’s next-gen of startup founders.  \nABOUT THE EVENT: \nShowcasing emerging entrepreneurs\n \nListen to 3-minute pitches from the 2023 Launchpad Academy finalists. This year’s event features 8 world-changing ideas\, which are sure to leave you inspired and excited for the future! \nSensational panel discussion \nSpeakers to be revealed soon – we can’t wait to share the details with you! \nSocially-conscious catering \nWhile our programs satisfy the hungry minds\, our choice of catering will please the hungry stomachs too: We partnered up with Gather Foods\, a majority Aboriginal-owned and led business\, to celebrate Local First Nations cuisine. Besides the delicious taste\, Gather Foods also wins our heart thanks to their integrity and commitment to support First Nations community through employment opportunities. \nPurposeful venue space \nLocated at the buzzing heart of Perth CBD\, ‘The Platform’ is a hub for WA-based change-makers as it’s exclusively dedicated to non-profit and social enterprises. With gorgeous lighting and generous space\, where else can we conclude the final chapter of Launchpad Academy 2023? \nSchedule  \nEvent arrival: 5 – 5.30pm \nEvents starts: 5.30pm \nNetworking 7.15 – 8pm \n  \nDon’t miss out and secure your ticket now!
URL:https://wainnovationcalendar.com.au/event/pitchfest-2023/
LOCATION:The Platform\, 256 Adelaide Terrace #3 Perth\, WA 6000 Australia\, Perth\, Australia\, 6000\, Australia
CATEGORIES:Showcase / Pitch / Demo / Tour
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SUMMARY:DEADLINE: Launchpad Pitchfest 2023
DESCRIPTION:Pitchfest 2023\nAs the final chapter of Launchpad Academy\, a maximum of 10 finalists with the most exceptional ideas will be carefully selected from the Academy cohort to present their 3-minute pitch in the quest of the grand prize and priceless exposure to over 100 guests from startup and investor community. In addition to the pitching\, the event will also have a panel discussions with trail-blazing and purpose-driven entrepreneurs and a special visual arts exhibition. \nPitchfest applications will open in August and close on September 15th. Applications will be a 3-minute pitch video submission which can be recorded via zoom\, a format will be provided. \nPitchfest workshops will take place in October for finalists: \n\n\n\nName of workshop\nDate & Time\nDescription\n\n\nPitch Workshop with Shil Shanghavi\n9AM-12.30PM\, 27th Sep\nAs an expert in public speaking who has worked with TEDx speakers\, Shil has the best tips to charm your audience\, from structuring an engaging speech to confident body posture and combating anxiety on stage.\n\n\n2 Pitch Practice sessions\n9AM-12PM\, 11 & 13 Oct\nYour last chance to practice in front of your cohort and the Launchpad team before the final pitching competition\n\n\nPitchfest\n5-9PM\, 19 Oct\nMain event takes place
URL:https://wainnovationcalendar.com.au/event/deadline-launchpad-pitchfest-2023/
LOCATION:Apply online\, Australia
CATEGORIES:DEADLINE: Showcase / Delegation / Consultation
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SUMMARY:DEADLINE: Launchpad Entrepreneurship Program
DESCRIPTION:What is Launchpad Academy?\nAre you a hustling entrepreneur dreaming of running your own business? Are you a community leader\, passionate to make a positive impact for people and the planet? Are you obsessed with cutting-edge technology and curios how to apply it to the real world? Or do you just simply have a funky\, creative project that guarantees to wow everyone? \nDo you think your ideas worth $10\,000? There’s only one way to find out: Join Launchpad Academy\, a three-month long incubator program for FREE (only available for currently enrolled students at Murdoch University). \nAt Launchpad we believe dreams do come true if you work hard enough and have access to the right support. That’s why LP Academy provides you with masterclasses and mentorships from top industry experts in startup\, business\, tech\, and leadership. We also connect participants to a cohort of highly motivated and ambitious individuals\, and cultivate valuable\, life-long professional networks. But wait\, there’s more: We will cherry-pick the creme-de-la-creme of 6-8 finalists for a pitching competition called PITCHFEST – where you have a once-in-a-life-time opportunity to pitch in front of over 100 guests from startup & investor community and win a grand prize of $10\,000. \nWhat are you waiting for? It’s time to challenge yourself\, let your entrepreneurial spirit runs free and shape the world how YOU want it! \n\n\nHow much time will the Academy take?\nThis is up to you. The Academy Program has around 40 hours of commitment over Semester two (or more\, depending on you). You will need to commit to attending the in-person sessions\, completing the online modules and working with your team and mentor to develop your ideas. \n\nLaunchpad Academy\n\n\nDo you have an innovative idea that you want to share with the rest of the world? \nJoin Launchpad Academy and be part of the next generation of entrepreneurial thinkers to be in the running for $10\,000 to make your idea happen… all while picking up study credits. \nLaunchpad Academy puts you on the fast track to entrepreneurial know-how\, supporting you to think bigger\, discover new skills and experiences and show your potential to the world! \nFind out how you can join in \n\n\n\n 
URL:https://wainnovationcalendar.com.au/event/deadline-launchpad-entrepreneurship-program/
LOCATION:Apply online\, Australia
CATEGORIES:DEADLINE: Accelerator / Incubator
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SUMMARY:Murdoch University Launchpad: Pitchfest 2022
DESCRIPTION:PITCHFEST 2022 is the final chapter of Launchpad Academy\, an incubator for young\, emerging entrepreneurs to develop and refine their start-up ideas with resources and mentorship from the local start-up community itself. For the event\, the 10 finalists\, carefully selected from the Academy cohorts\, will present their pitch in the quest of 10\,000 AUD and priceless exposure to the industry. \nOf course\, besides the pitches\, we also have the festivities. Staying true to the theme and our values\, we align sustainability and social-awareness into every single aspect of our event and promise you: \n  \nSensational panel discussion \nReady to be charmed by the wits and wisdoms of our speakers? We’ve assembled a panel of social entrepreneurs to explore the vision and impact behind their esteemed enterprises. Facing existential threats from climate change to public health\, we’re moving away the Silicon Valley-esque\, profit-driven startup model to embrace purpose-driven projects with a grand mission of providing systematic change.
URL:https://wainnovationcalendar.com.au/event/murdoch-university-launchpad-pitchfest-2022/
LOCATION:The Platform\, 256 Adelaide Terrace #3 Perth\, WA 6000 Australia\, Perth\, Australia\, 6000\, Australia
CATEGORIES:Showcase / Pitch / Demo / Tour
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