Community Spotlight
Celebrating the remarkable achievements of our startup community members and the collaborative spirit that drives innovation forward in 2025
Melbourne Pitch Competition Winners Announced
Three exceptional startups from our community took center stage at the Australian Innovation Summit in Melbourne this past November. The competition saw over 200 participants, with our members securing first, third, and finalist positions.
Particularly impressive was the performance by Kieran Walsh's sustainable packaging venture, which caught the attention of several major investors. The judging panel specifically praised the thorough market research and practical implementation strategy developed through our accelerator program.
Recent Community Milestones
Key achievements and celebrations from our growing entrepreneurial community throughout late 2024 and early 2025
Sydney Networking Summit
Over 150 community members gathered for our largest networking event yet. The evening featured panel discussions with successful alumni and collaborative workshops focused on scaling strategies.
First Community Acquisition
Congratulations to Amelia Rodriguez whose fintech startup was acquired by a major Australian bank. Her journey from prototype to acquisition took just 18 months with community support.
Mentorship Program Launch
We officially launched our peer mentorship initiative, pairing experienced entrepreneurs with newcomers. The program now includes 45 active mentor-mentee relationships.
Queensland Expansion
Our community officially expanded into Brisbane and Gold Coast markets, welcoming 67 new members in the first month. Local meetups now happen monthly in both cities.
Building Connections That Matter
Our community thrives on genuine relationships between entrepreneurs, investors, and industry experts. These connections create opportunities that extend far beyond traditional networking.
- Weekly co-working sessions in Melbourne and Sydney
- Monthly investor breakfast meetings
- Quarterly retreat weekends for deep collaboration
- Year-round online forums for continuous support
Active Startups
Currently in various stages from ideation to series funding rounds
Industry Mentors
Experienced professionals offering guidance and connections
Next Community Gathering
Join us in Adelaide this March for our first South Australian meetup featuring local success stories and collaborative workshops