About this Event
Join us for the ACU Co-Lab Startup Pre-Accelerator Demo Day 2026!
After 10 weeks of developing and validating their idea-stage startups, our inaugural cohort will take the stage to pitch their ventures to a panel of judges and a live audience.
Each founder will deliver a 3-minute pitch, followed by 2 minutes of Q&A from our judging panel, showcasing the progress they've made throughout the program and their vision for the future. You'll hear innovative ideas, discover emerging talent, and see firsthand how participants have transformed concepts into startup opportunities.
Whether you're a student, entrepreneur, mentor, investor, or supporter of innovation, we'd love to have you there. ✨
Agenda
5:30 PM - Arrival, light refreshments & networking
6:00 PM - Welcome & Opening Remarks
6:15 PM - Founder Pitches and Q&A
7:15 PM - Judges' Deliberation
7:25 PM - Winner Announcement & Awards Presentation
7:30 PM - Networking
8:30 PM - Event Close
Enjoy light refreshments and networking before the pitches, with further networking opportunities following the winner announcements.
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About ACU Co-Lab
Inspiring and supporting ACU entrepreneurs at every stage of the journey. ACU Co-Lab provides programs, funding opportunities, co-working spaces, industry connections and practical learning experiences that help students, staff, alumni and startups develop ideas, build ventures, gain skills and grow impact.
Event venue & nearby stays
Australian Catholic University Melbourne Campus, 115 Victoria Parade, Fitzroy, Australia
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