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SUMMARY:Bridging Futures: Education\, Innovation and Global Economic Pathways Across South Asia and the Middle East
DESCRIPTION:Rotary Means Business Western Australia invites you to an exciting evening of networking\, fellowship\, and insights! \nAn in-conversation with Nashid Chowdhury \nAs global economic ties deepen across South Asia and the Middle East\, new supply chains and investment corridors are emerging\, reshaping the demand for talent\, and redefining regional competitiveness. In this timely conversation\, Nashid Chowdhury explores how education and innovation are fueling the development of future-ready talent and attracting strategic investment. The session highlights the role of international partnerships\, industry collaboration\, and policy alignment in building ecosystems that connect education to economic opportunity and global mobility.
URL:https://wainnovationcalendar.com.au/event/bridging-futures-education-innovation-and-global-economic-pathways-across-south-asia-and-the-middle-east/
LOCATION:ANZAC House\, 28 St Georges Tce\, Perth\, WA\, 6000\, Australia
CATEGORIES:Seminar / Panel Discussion / Conversation
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SUMMARY:Why is the startup sector so important for WA? with Charlie Gunningham
DESCRIPTION:Charlie Gunningham is a well-known figure in Western Australia’s startup and innovation ecosystem. With over 25 years of experience\, he has played a key role in shaping the local entrepreneurial landscape. Originally from the UK\, he moved to Perth in the late 90s and graduated top of his class from the UWA Business School with an MBA. \nAre you interested in his work with startups or his broader impact on WA’s innovation scene? \nGain inspiration and insight from 25 years of innovation and startup in the real world and connect with a vibrant network of business professionals and entrepreneurs. \nLearn more: Why is the startup sector so important for WA? with Charlie Gunningham
URL:https://wainnovationcalendar.com.au/event/why-is-the-startup-sector-so-important-for-wa-with-charlie-gunningham/
LOCATION:ANZAC House\, 28 St Georges Tce\, Perth\, WA\, 6000\, Australia
CATEGORIES:Seminar / Panel Discussion / Conversation
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SUMMARY:Invest and Trade WA update
DESCRIPTION:Join RMBWA for an enjoyable evening of networking\, fellowship and knowledge sharing with Simone Spencer\, Deputy Director General\, Strategy and International Engagement at the Western Australian Department of Jobs\, Tourism\, Science and Innovation. \nSimone will present on the strategy that sits behind Investment and Trade Western Australia’s international engagement efforts and how the State’s ‘feet on the ground in market’ are working to attract investment and support local business to grow their operations globally.
URL:https://wainnovationcalendar.com.au/event/invest-and-trade-wa-update/
LOCATION:Anzac Club\, 28 St Georges Terrace\, Perth\, Western Australia\, 6000\, Australia
CATEGORIES:Information Session / Launch
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SUMMARY:Building an Inclusive and Accessible Community
DESCRIPTION:The Ability Heroes venture is a project by the community for the community to vitalise an untapped human resource by providing access\, inclusion\, and acceptance information for people with restriction to contribute meaningfully through work or volunteering. His message aligns well with Rotary’s mission of Service above Self. \nHis journey of living with spastic paraparesis since birth and transforming his experiences into a force for community good is remarkable. By focusing on inclusivity and accessibility\, Adam’s work with Ability Heroes aims to leverage the often overlooked talents of individuals with restrictions\, enabling them to contribute meaningfully through work or volunteering. The platform serves as a valuable resource for individuals with restrictions\, facilitating their participation in the community with dignity and respect. The Ability Heroes Friendship Group project further emphasizes the social aspect\, helping to ensure that planning outings and engagements are not only possible but are done with consideration to the unique needs of each individual. \nAdam’s talk offers invaluable insights into the importance of building inclusive communities that value and utilise the diverse abilities of all its members. It also serves as a powerful reminder of the impact businesses and individuals can have when they commit to making society more accessible and accepting for everyone.  The presentation offers practical advice for businesses and organizations looking to be more inclusive\, as well as inspire\nothers with the story of how determination and a vision for a more inclusive community can lead to significant social impact.
URL:https://wainnovationcalendar.com.au/event/building-an-inclusive-and-accessible-community/
LOCATION:ANZAC House\, 28 St Georges Tce\, Perth\, WA\, 6000\, Australia
CATEGORIES:Information Session / Launch,Networking / Group Meetup
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SUMMARY:Innovate and Activate
DESCRIPTION:Join RMBWA for an enjoyable evening of networking\, fellowship and knowledge sharing with special guest panelists; Tom Young; 2018 WA Overall Innovator of the Year\, 40under40 winner and\, Australia’s Best Scaling Up Proptech\, and\, Matthew Pham; 2023 40under40 winner and Tik Tok’s ‘’IGA Guy”. \nAssisted in conversation by RMBWA Chair; Martin Graham\, these two emerging WA business leaders will answer audience questions on how they achieved their early successes and where they’re headed next\, and\, ways you can apply the learnings in your organisation. Tom and Matthew will be staying on for networking\, so take the opportunity to have a chat and perhaps do some business! \nAfter an early career in the building industry with a background in Earth sciences\, engineering & design\, Tom Young officially joined the tech world in 2017\, founding uDrew after nearly a decade of personal R&D. Inspired by his experiences and frustration of dealing with the current processes of the building industry\, and as a homeowner\, Tom taught himself coding which he used to create the original uDrew beta system. He achieved a number of world firsts along the way\, before remortgaging his house to found the business & continue to push the limits of innovation. Since 2017\, the uDrew team has expanded to 12 members and has gone on to be locally and internationally recognised. \nMatthew is a young leader that inspires others into action. A recent 40 Under 40 Winner\, he is the Group Operations & Marketing Manager of his family business; Pham Group of Supermarkets\, consisting of four IGA Stores. He’s built a social media following of over 55\,000 on TikTok\, and\, is now more commonly known as the “IGA Guy on TikTok”. Passionate about giving back to the community\, Matthew is an advocate for volunteering\, holding prominent roles with Rotary and Bendigo Bank.
URL:https://wainnovationcalendar.com.au/event/innovate-and-activate/
LOCATION:Duxton Hotel\, 1 St Georges Tce\, Perth\, WA\, 6000\, Australia
CATEGORIES:DEADLINE: Award / Scholarship
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