About this Event
From world-changing research to ambitious new ventures, Australian innovation has proven it can compete on the global stage. Yet too often, our brightest founders and most promising technologies must look offshore to find the capital, customers and confidence they need to grow.
Join our panel and networking reception, as we explore why building a stronger innovation economy will require a shift across the entire ecosystem- From how governments support emerging industries and how investors assess risk, to how universities commercialise research and Australian organisations procure new technologies. If we want innovative companies to start, scale and remain here, how can Australia become more comfortable investing in possibility - not only certainty?
We're asking:
- What is stopping Australia from matching its inventive potential with real ambition?
- What role should government, investors, universities and industry play?
- What do we stand to lose if the next generation of Australian breakthroughs is built, funded and scaled somewhere else?
Join UNSW Engineering and UNSW Engineering Spinout Club a thought-provoking panel discussion bringing together leading founders, researchers, investors and government voices to ask what it will take to make Australia a place where bold ideas can become global successes.
Panellist:
- : Founder & Former CEO, Modibodi
- : Founder, Suntech Power & Sunman Energy
- : Chair, Australian Academy of Technological Sciences & Engineering (ATSE); Angel Investor & Technology Entrepreneur
- : Co-Founder and COO, Gridsight & Pearler
- Moderated by , Deputy Dean (Industry Engagement, Innovation and Research, UNSW Engineering)
This event is part of the and UNSW Engineering Spinout Club series.
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ON DEMAND RECORDING
The panel discussion will also be available for on demand viewing. Please register for the on demand recording ticket if you would like to receive the link.
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VISITOR SAFETY INFORMATION
The health and safety of our patrons is our top priority. Please do not attend the event if you feel unwell, have recently experienced any cold or flu-like symptoms or are awaiting the results of a COVID-19 test.
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TRANSPORT
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Located opposite Hyde Park in the heart of Sydney, the Australian Museum is easily accessible from the CBD, Surry Hills, and surrounding city precincts.
Train:
Alight at Museum Station, located directly opposite the museum, or St James Station, which is approximately a 5-minute walk away.
Light Rail:
Take the L2 Randwick, L3 Kingsford, or L1 Dulwich Hill line and disembark at Town Hall or QVB stops. The museum is a 10–15 minute walk via Hyde Park.
Bus:
Numerous bus routes service Elizabeth Street, Oxford Street, and surrounding city stops, all within a short walking distance of the museum.
Driving & Parking:
Limited on-site parking is not available. Nearby public parking options include Secure Parking – Piccadilly Complex, Wilson Parking – The Domain Car Park, and St Mary's Cathedral Car Park. Public transport is recommended where possible.
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CONTACT
For all enquiries, please email [email protected].
Agenda
🕑: 05:30 PM - 06:00 PM
Registration opens
🕑: 06:05 PM - 06:15 PM
Welcome and Pitch
🕑: 06:15 PM - 07:15 PM
Panel Discussion and Q&A
🕑: 07:15 PM - 09:00 PM
Networking drinks and canapes
🕑: 09:00 PM
Event ends
Event venue & nearby stays
Australian Museum, 1 William Street, Darlinghurst, Australia
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