SPACECUBED HAS BEEN WORKING VERY HARD TO BUILD CONNECTIONS INTO ASIA. ONE OF THE KEY WAYS THEY SEE STARTUPS GROWING IN WESTERN AUSTRALIA IS BY HAVING A CORE UNDERSTANDING OF HIGH GROWTH SECTORS IN OUR REGION AND TO BE ABLE TO PURSUE THESE BIG CHALLENGES AND OPPORTUNITIES.
I was tempted not to post this and keep it to myself, this news is simply AMAZEBALLS! I haven’t seen an opportunity like this since Barry left his wallet on the bar last week. Read on about what Spacecubed and AppCenter have concocted, its just awesome, I suggest you apply now (so all my applications can sit on top of yours!).
To drive these connections forward we have been partnering with conferences, companies and organisations to provide these opportunities to our members.
We are very excited to announce we have partnered with AppCenter in Seoul, South Korea to deliver an exciting opportunity for two lucky Spacecubed members to attend the very first Global Hackathon, organised by AppCenter and SBS Foundation on May 19 – 23, all inclusive of flights, transportation, accommodation and food at event (all booked by Spacecubed).
Not only will the winners build a global network with developers from all over the world, mentors from 500startups, and international VC’s but they will have the amazing opportunity to represent Australia’s emerging startup sector to a global audience in South Korea!
HOW DO I APPLY?
There are a few criteria that need to be checked off before you can apply.
- You will need to be a Spacecubed member. (Not a member? Don’t worry, you can become a Spacecubed member here)
- Given that this is a Hackathon event, you’ll need to be an experienced developer/designer/programmer.
- Must have a valid passport with over 6 months validity (and you obviously have to be able to go for these dates and participate).
- Must have your own travel insurance and cover any additional costs above accommodation, airfare, transport and event food.
- Use social media at the event, write blog posts and generally promote your attendance.
- Finally, you must be super enthusiast about representing the Perth startup community to a global audience!
To apply, simply…
- Tweet this page linking to your favorite article or quote on “How can Information Technology solve the Global Issues?” using the #s3global @space3ed
- Post your favorite article or quote on “How can Information Technology solve the Global Issues?” using the #s3global to the Spacecubed facebook page.
- Email [email protected] with your linkedin profile link, confirming you meet all the above criteria and one paragraph on why you want to go to the First Global Hackathon.
- Thats it!
MORE ABOUT THE EVENT
Date: 19 – 23 MAY 2014
Deadline: Monday, May 5th
Subject: How can Information Technology solve the Global Issues?
It is for this reason, AppCenter is inviting developers and designers from across the globe to discuss and find new or better solutions to tackle some of the worlds biggest issues using information technology. Moreover it will be an amazing event to communicate with entrepreneurs from a diverse range of cultures.
Event Schedule
Monday, 19th May: Arriving
Orientation & Networking
Idea Pitch
Build a team
Tuesday/Wednesday 20 & 21st May: Hackathon
Develop the idea
Thursday 22nd May: Pitching
Final presentation
Special presentation at SDF main stage
Participants networking party!
Friday 23rd May: Farewell
Depart back Australia to tell us all about the amazing time you had!
This is an amazing unique opportunity for Spacecubed members to display their skills to a global audience, as well as network and build connections in Asia. Get your application in by Monday, May 5th!
