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STARTUP NEWS EVENTS CALENDAR

These events are imported from Meetup and Eventbrite group pages. Please check the links for up-to-date details.

To see an overview of all major events of the year, go to the ‘WA Innovation Calendar 2003 – YEAR OVERVIEW’

ONLINE: How to master the art of Bootstrapping

Online

Not all startups are venture backed, and Australia has a history of successful entrepreneurs who bootstrapped and created global companies (Atlassian bootstrapped for 8 years). The focus for founders who bootstrap is on sustainable and profitable growth and the ability to maintain a control of their destiny. James Cuda , Savage Interactive who brings you ProCreate, a […]

Systems Thinking and Circularity

Claisebrook Design Community 25 Gladstone Street, Perth, WA, Australia

Learn how to understand, map and intervene in systems to get results. Designers and innovators are always dealing with complex systems, from organisations to social issues to change processes. Our work is never as simple as 'solving a problem', but instead involves mapping and understanding the systems we work in, and designing strategic interventions to shift the system […]

$299 – $399

Profound Incubator Demo Day

Riff (Spacecubed) 45 St George's Terrace, Perth, WA, Australia

After 20 workshops with countless mentor hours, surviving through the pandemic, and a lot of work to bring their projects alive, we invite you to celebrate with the 2020 cohort of the ProFound Incubator Program. Learn more about some of our projects such as Grocer and Familia and come along to hear some exciting news […]

Curtin Ignition 2020

Curtin University (Bentley) Kent Street, Bentley, WA, Australia

Do you have an idea or innovation that could become a high growth business? Ignition Perth will run from Sunday 30 August to Friday 4 September 2020  

Various

Mental health and startups

Online

Let's get real about mental health and the startup industry. Those in startup world know all about the elephant in the room when it comes to talking about mental health and wellbeing. It is not something that is openly spoken about - and it should be. To encourage speaking openly about mental health, especially within […]

Scaling your startup and overcoming imposter syndrome with Olivia Humphrey

Riff 45 St Georges Terrace, Perth, WA, au

Morning Startup is honoured to host Olivia Humphrey, founder of Kanopy, an on-demand streaming video platform for public libraries and universities offering films and documentaries. In 2013, Olivia relocated to the US to scale Kanopy leading to its eventual acquisition by a private equity firm five years later. She has now relocated back to Perth […]

The International Microgrid Event 2020

Optus Stadium Victoria Park Drive, River View Room 3 - Access via Gate D, Burswood, WA, Australia

Organised by IQPC Australia and in Partnership with The International Microgrid Association Power grids all over the world are being increasingly challenged by weather events, cyber threats and the rapid growth of distributed energy resources (DERs). Grid operators are realising the role microgrids can play in improving resiliency, reliability and efficiency. Microgrids must seamlessly orchestrate hybrid […]

$650 – $1895

Coffee Chats: Pivot – The 2020 word of the year

Tank Stream Labs Level 5, 11 Mounts Bay Road, Perth, WA, Australia

2020 has been an unpredictable year, there's no denying that. As business goes back we wanted to start a new series - Coffee Chats at Tank Stream Labs. We will be discussing current topics of interest within the Perth Startup ecosystem. These sessions are FREE for all current TSL members and just $10 for non-members. […]

Free – $10

WiTWA [+] 2020 Awards Gala

Optus Stadium Victoria Park Drive, River View Room 3 - Access via Gate D, Burswood, WA, Australia

Join Women in Technology WA for a very special evening as we celebrate the incredible individuals who are making an impact on our state, our community and the world through the work they do in Tech . In person, and online. Your choice. You can see all of our amazing nominees on our Inspiring Role Models page. Along with […]

$11 – $165

David Pettit, PictureWealth – at eGroup

BDO 38 Station Street, Subiaco, Australia

Join us INPERSON with our special guest David Pettit, CEO & Founder of PictureWealth. Learn about rapid growth from the the merging of tech and legacy business models. In the first two years since commercialising their technology, PictureWealth has grown to $2.0 billion in Funds Under Advice, Annualised recurring revenue of $21 million, and 40,000 […]

The Good People – 5 week online program

... is an immersive 5-week online program for designers and innovators who want to make a difference. With weekly interactive workshops and a range of challenging, hands-on projects and activities, this is the perfect introduction to the world of social impact. Together with an intimate cohort of like-minded change makers you'll explore the key ideas […]

$199 – $399

Perth Podcast Festival Launch & Panel Discussion

Murdoch x Spacecubed Level 9, 32 St Georges Terrace, Perth, WA

Perth Podcast Festival is back for 2020, with more events and opportunities for the media community than ever before! Join us for this special celebration to kick off the week of events, workshops and networking opportunities as we bring you an expert panel featuring some of WA's best and brightest. Hosted at Murdoch University's CBD space, […]

$10

To Podcast or not to Podcast? (Perth Podcast Festival)

Level 9, Murdoch Uni CBD Space 45 St George's Terrace, Perth, WA, Australia

Perth Podcast Festival presents, To Podcast or not to Podcast, presented by Lanna Hill and Nic Hayes from Media Stable & Expert Registry. Podcasting isn’t new and yet there’s still a sense that it hasn’t quite joined the ranks of mainstream media. However, that couldn’t be further from the truth. Join us for this interesting […]

$22

How to Create an Anti-viral Podcast (Perth Podcast Festival)

Level 9, Murdoch Uni CBD Space 45 St George's Terrace, Perth, WA, Australia

Perth Podcast Festival presents, How to create an anti-viral podcast, presented by Clare Reid and Mike Drysdale from Dear Storyteller. Ditch the idea of producing the next viral podcast by niching down your audience even further. Why? Only 2 in 10 Australian’s listen to podcasts. But, of that group, they’re listening to an average of […]

$55

An Evening With Offline’s Alison Rice (Perth Podcast Festival)

Online

An Evening With Offline's Alison Rice: How to Have Connected Conversations Perth Podcast Festival presents an evening with award-winning leader, journalist, conscious coach and host of Offline, The Podcast, Alison Rice. Are you thinking about starting a podcast? Do you already interview people on a podcast? Do you want to learn how to turn interviews […]

$59

Latency Conference 2020

State Theatre Centre 174-176 William Street, Perth, WA, Australia

Latency is the only local conference dedicated to building secure, high performing cloud native applications. The updated COVID-19 situation means the conference is likely to press ahead. In the event the conference is postponed or cancelled, everyone will be given the option of a full refund.  

Social Media & Your Podcast (Perth Podcast Festival)

Level 9, Murdoch Uni CBD Space 45 St George's Terrace, Perth, WA, Australia

Perth Podcast Festival presents, Social Media & Your Podcast, a masterclass presented by Demelza Leonard, Marketing Connoisseur, Media Presenter, Creative Thinker, Music Maven and Pop Culture Enthusiast. In this masterclass you will discover: How to promote yourself on Social Media to build your community. What you should include in your promotion. What to avoid when […]

$38.50 – $55

Podcast Talkin’ Techniques (Perth Podcast Festival)

Level 9, Murdoch Uni CBD Space 45 St George's Terrace, Perth, WA, Australia

Perth Podcast Festival presents, Podcast Talkin' Techniques, a masterclass presented by Demelza Leonard, Marketing Connoisseur, Media Presenter, Creative Thinker, Music Maven and Pop Culture Enthusiast. In this masterclass you will discover: How to use the Microphone Hosting a Podcast Vocal Considerations Interviewing Skills & Tips Equipment to consider for your set up Open Forum - […]

$38.5 – $55

LIVE Episode + Q&A Sundowner with Simple Minds (Perth Podcast Festival)

Level 9, Murdoch Uni CBD Space 45 St George's Terrace, Perth, WA, Australia

Perth Podcast Festival invites you to come and enjoy a sundowner session filled with REAL conversations on topics such as entrepreneurship, mental health, growth & self-improvement. When: 17:00 - 19:00, Wednesday, 18 November 2020 Live Podcast kicks off around 17:15. Approx 60 mins + Q&A Price: $40 + GST Come on down and join the […]

$44

STATE OF SOCIAL Conference 2020

Optus Stadium Victoria Park Drive, River View Room 3 - Access via Gate D, Burswood, WA, Australia

Back for a third year, Australia’s biggest, brightest, brainiest digital event is even bigger in 2020. Postponed from June to November 24 and 25th. Join us for State of Social at Perth’s stunning Optus Stadium, where the marketing industry’s shiniest stars will share drinks, laughs, epic Swan River views and equally dazzling insights into the […]

$511.50 – $764.50

Regional Innovation Showcase

Perth Town Hall 601 Hay St, Perth, WA, au

FREE event. Part of West Tech Fest. The Regional Innovation Showcase will feature the latest technologies emerging from regional WA at this expo style networking event. Startups based in regional WA, and […]

Main West Tech Fest Conference 2020 – all day

Beaumonde on the Point 306 Riverside Drive, East Perth, WA, Australia

CELEBRATING THE START-UP ECOSYSTEM & SHOWCASING INNOVATION, INVESTMENT AND ENTREPRENEURSHIP Featuring an incredible line-up of speakers including global founders, investors, CEO's and tech industry visionaries. West Tech Fest - Wednesday 2 December, […]

$125 – $175

Inside WA’s Innovation Support Ecosystem

Innovation Central (Curtin Uni) Level 2, Building 216, Kent St, Bentley, WA, Australia

Part of West Tech Fest. FREE EVENT. Join us as we showcase what's available within WA's innovation support network with a panel of experts. This event will showcase the various […]

XR:WA

Various Perth locations

VR, AR, Games & Interactive Conference + Festival Presented in association with the Revelation Perth International Film Festival WA's XR Festival is back: https://xrwa.com.au/schedule/    

Freo Startup Fest 2020 (WTF event)

Little Creatures 40 Mews Road, Fremantle, WA, Australia

Freo Startup Fest 2020, Thursday 3 Dec during West Tech Fest   2-5pm, Sonar Room, Little Creatures, 40 Mews Rd, Freo FOUNDERS PANEL: Covid? We smashed it!  Dan Joveski, WeMoney founder (raised […]

$25

Rotto Tech Fest 2020

Rottnest Rottnest Island, WA, Australia

Join us for ROTTO TECH FEST 2020 on Friday 4 December 2020. BEACHSIDE CONVERSATIONS AT HOTEL ROTTNEST SUNSET AFTER PARTY at HOTEL ROTTNEST with canapés, cocktails, live music and summer vibes. LIMITED TICKETS […]

$250

Have we forgotten the value of face to face networking?

London House Level 3, 216 St Georges Terrace, Perth, WA, Australia

Industry leaders and business professionals know the importance of networking. With recent social distancing measures, social interaction has been impeded whilst our remote network may have expanded.   Please join LESANZ […]

Free – $25

Plus Eight Applications Open & Info Session

Murdoch x Spacecubed Level 9, 32 St Georges Terrace, Perth, WA

Plus Eight is Western Australian's home for ground-breaking ideas.  As an accelerator program, we are more than just seed funding - the Plus Eight accelerator provides you with the connections, support and program to help scale your startup. Plus Eight supports WA startups to accelerate their growth in Australia and globally. With $1.08M directly invested through the […]

eGroup with Neil Prentice from Soar

BDO 38 Station Street, Subiaco, Australia

SPEAKER & NETWORKING FOR DIGITAL ENTREPRENEURS Join us to hear from Neil Prentice about Soar- a satellite overview of building a digital atlas!  Soar is on a mission to build […]

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