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Tag: Entrepreneurship / Startup / Business

SPARK Women in Business Grants Info Session

Join Founder of SPARK, Danielle Lewis for an ask-me-anything session for everything you need to know to apply for the grants

“The purpose of SPARK is to help women in business grow their profit & impact. We do this by creating the resources, insights and community for women to shortcut their success. And while we believe you can do a lot on hustle, sometimes girls just need funds. So we’re reinvesting our profits back into a quarterly $10,000 + $5,000 business grant. Join us for this free information session and find out about our fabulous SPARK community and how we can support your business!”

FIND OUT MORE ABOUT THE SPARK GRANTS

Round SEVEN – applications open 1 – 28 February, 2025.
Voting & Judging 1 – 31 March, 2025.
Grants awarded 10 April 2025.

Startup Genome Global Growth Webinar

Scaleups are the engines of innovation and economic growth, but they often face critical gaps to succeed internationally. That’s where Startup Genome’s Global Growth Program makes a difference.

 What you’ll gain:

  • A deep dive into the Global Growth Program and how it drives effective go-to-market strategies.
  • Exclusive details about Startup Genome 2025 programs, including enrollment details and costs.
  • Steps to secure a spot for your region’s top scaleups in this transformative program.

Regional Business HQ: 2025 Digital Trends

This is a practical workshop about building your business. This isn’t one where we talk about flying cars, or robots cooking your dinner when you are not home. These are the trends Nicky (workshop facilitator) believes will have the most significant impact on your business in 2025 and are the most important for businesses to have on their radar.

This workshop is presented as part of the Digital Solutions Program.

DEADLINE: Rio Tinto & Founders Factory Mining Tech Program

Founders Factory and Rio Tinto are partnering with early stage startups across the world to fund and accelerate technologies shaping the future of mining and expediting the path to a Net Zero future.

Operating from both our hub in Perth and remote, the program offers founders access to Rio Tinto’s industrial expertise and advanced mining facilities in Western Australia, in addition to a 4 month cohort-based support program led by expert operators.

Join the program

Curtin Entrepreneurs “Inspire”

Are you ready to transform your life? Discover how with the help of Curtin University’s pipeline of entrepreneurial activity.

Find out what’s on offer in 2025 at our annual ‘Inspire’ event where our team will outline the programs, events and support available to innovators, startup founders, and budding entrepreneurs committed to bringing exciting products and services to life.

Date: Tuesday 25 February 2025
Time: Drinks and nibbles served from 5:30pm. Short presentation from 6:15pm.
Venue: Entrepreneurs Hub, Building 418. 1 Koorliny Way, Curtin University, Bentley

Anyone interested in or pursuing entrepreneur activities is welcome to join, especially Curtin staff, students and alumni.

Registration is essential. Don’t miss your chance to expand your horizons – RSVP today.

See you then!

Intro to CERI | Livestream

Introduction to the Centre for Entrepreneurial Research & Innovation (CERI)
Thursday 6th February @ 12-12:30pm

CERI is a not-for-profit established in 2015 by the Bass Family to support research commercialisation in Western Australia.

“We offer a range of services to help empower early-stage entrepreneurs, PhD students and visionaries within the WA community, including commercialisation programs, workplace residency and mentorship. We offer a low-cost, professional and safe environment for high-knowledge, high-value founders to develop their ideas into real-world solutions.”

Webinar Overview

  • 15 minute CERI Introduction
  • 15 minutes Q&A

Go here for more information

DEADLINE: Climate Tech Lab to Market Commercialisation Program

Climate Tech Lab to Market Info Session

EnergyLab’s Climate Tech Lab to Market is a commercialisation program supporting researchers by equipping them with the right tools, knowledge and network to go-to-market with a market validated application of their technology and launch a start-up.

his online 9-week program will support researchers by focussing on the following topics:

✔ understand how to establish product-market fit

✔ create a go-to-market strategy

✔ cover the legal basics, including IP protection and extraction

✔ gain entrepreneurial skills: i.e. branding, selling, pitching & capital raising.

Applications are open until 9 March for this program, with program kick-off on March 24.

DEADLINE: Job Opportunitiy – Business Development Manager – IP Commercialisation

  • $133,991 – $141,543 (G09) per annum, plus 17% superannuation
  • Full time, 2 year fixed term opportunity
  • Help innovators develop real world solutions to business problems!

The Resources Technology and Critical Minerals (RTCM) Trailblazer was launched in 2022 and supports innovation and commercialisation projects in partnership with industry. Your role will be focused on technologies being supported by the RTCM Trailblazer through the development and commercialisation phases, and you will have experience and/or knowledge relevant to the resources sector.

Supercharge your Sales: Business Station Workshop

Are you a business owner grappling with the challenges of sales? Whether it’s the fear of reaching out to clients, struggling to close deals, or simply feeling overwhelmed by the sales process, you’re not alone. The good news? You can overcome these obstacles and transform your approach to sales in 2025.

An in-person workshop specifically crafted to empower small business owners to conquer their sales fears and unlock their potential. Led by Rebecca Ruiz a Business Owner, Digital Consultant and Coach. Leveraging her extensive background in business development, sales, and customer success, experienced sales professional, this hands-on session will provide you with the tools, strategies, and confidence to supercharge your sales and achieve your goals.

What You’ll Gain:

  • Master Your Mindset: Say goodbye to the fear of rejection and self-doubt. Learn how to develop a growth-oriented mindset that fuels your confidence and keeps you focused on success.
  • Perfect Your Pitch: Discover techniques to clearly articulate your value proposition, build instant rapport with potential clients, and handle objections like a pro.
  • Win More Business: Get step-by-step guidance on closing deals effectively, plus follow-up strategies that keep your pipeline healthy and your relationships strong.

Why You Should Attend:

  • Practical, real-world strategies you can start using immediately.
  • An interactive environment where you can ask questions, share challenges, and learn from others.
  • Actionable takeaways to help you make 2025 your most successful sales year yet.

Multiple locations:

11 February 2025 – Gosnells

18 February 2025 – Joondalup