GENAustralia
The Global Entrepreneurship Network Australia connects and builds capacity and capability.
It might be the end of - but not the end of the conversation. So what's next?
Another album of great moments from . Tag your colleagues and tell us what you loved!
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Partnership is crucial for positive impact, at every level - from philanthropy to Parliament. Find out why from speaker, Fujitsu's Nicole Forrester.
Entrepreneurship is open to everyone, but how does that look in each country - and how can we do better? Perspectives from the panel
Nearly 40% of ASX 100 CEOs grew up in regional Australia. is asking how capital could reflect this diversity, too.
AI - it's even bigger than you think.
What's the future of food? Speaker Fern Ho tells us from the floor of
An extraordinary Day 2 at ! Tag yourself and let us know what you loved. We'll start: Global Entrepreneurship Network
meets on the land of the Kulin peoples. Take a free tour this afternoon or tomorrow, 4pm, of Birrarung Wilam - the Common Ground - and find out why it's been an important meeting place for thousands of years.
https://genaustralia.org/registration/birrarung-wilam-walk/
Global Entrepreneurship Network City of Melbourne Melbourne Convention Bureau
Welcome to Day 2 of ! Yesterday's extraordinary welcome from Mandy Nicholson and the Djirri Djirri Wurundjeri women's dance group was a great reminder of the power of movement and story. May you get lots of both today.
Day 1 done! Celebrate with the best of Melbourne's famous food scene - at a special discount. genaustralia.org/destination-melbourne/deals-and-offers/
is a place for conversation and collaboration. Swap notes, hang at the GEN Village, and wear your favourite shoes - there's a lot to see!
A warm welcome to everyone at the Opening Ceremony, kicking off !
Who's at this week? Just about everyone.
Time to find your people!
Business built on for-profit, for-purpose, ethical decision-making is remaking the world. Julie Hirsch, founder of Eloments Vitamin Teas knows well how shelf space, secure revenue and UN Sustainable Development Goals can come together in a single organisation making real impact.
Register now: https://genaustralia.org
Join Julie and an incredible panel of thought leaders as they explore the practical realisities of entrepreneurship and positive impact:
Rachel Alembakis, managing editor, FS Sustainability
Xiao Han Drummond, founder, Centre for Responsible Innovation
Waz Peel, entrepreneur-in-residence, Startup Boardroom
As disruptive technologies, new ways of work and learning, and global talent gaps continue to shape our world, educators have a unique opportunity to explore new configurations, program offerings, and learning experiences. With more than two decades in the field, Claire Field is an expert in , , , , and as is a stellar addition to the lineup. Join Claire and register now: https://genaustralia.org
Artistic integrity, successful business strategy, and significant value creation? These are not mutually exclusive concepts - just ask Anthony Zaccaria, co-founder of genre-busting digital org Linktree.
With more than 36 million global users and $165m raised so far, join Anthony at to reframe the narrative on creative industries.
Register now: https://genaustralia.org
Could Australia truly become a destination of choice for tech companies?
Join Kate Pounder, CEO, Tech Council of Australia, to find out why, and how, this is achievable, and how organisations can best position themselves for the future.
Including perspectives from current founders and VC investors, join this panel session to find out what’s impacting investment trends both locally and globally, what role of new investment models can play, and reflect on what’s needed to spur the growth of tech companies.
Register now: https://genaustralia.org
From commercial travel to climate tech, innovations in the space sector are captivating entrepreneurs and investors globally, and they're here to stay. Join Anilkumar Dave, director of the Innovation and Transfer of Technology Unit at the Italian Space Agency, to find out more about the unique dynamics of navigating the space startup ecosystem.
Register now: https://genaustralia.org
What are key elements that fuel growth of any startup ecosystem? You'll have to come to to find out from Dr Kate Cornick, CEO at LaunchVic, to find out exactly how her team has been so successful at building the confidence and capability of Victorians to create, scale and invest in startups.
Winner of the Global Policy Champion award at the Global Entrepreneurship Congress (GEC) 2022, Kate is also a former startup founder, former advisor to the Victorian Minister for the Digital Economy and GM of NBN Co.
Register now: https://genaustralia.org
Now it's only two weeks until the start of . Are you ready to take part in the only conversations that matter? Purpose-built programming, global though leaders, sector-specific session and peerless networking opportunities. https://genaustralia.org
What will support lasting impact for First Nations entrepreneurs? Providing platforms of action and empowering young participants. Les Delaforce, speaker and head of First Nations entrepreneurship and industry at Minderoo Foundation, will share why it's crucial that we step up our collective efforts to support their transformative solutions in our journey and beyond. Register now: https://genaustralia.org
Entrepreneurship isn't geographically limited. Misconceptions that rural areas are lacking in entrepreneurship opportunities need to be challenged. Join Sam Almaliki, founder and facilitator of the Regional Angel Investor Network, at discussing changing lives and driving prosperity in rural areas with a growing entrepreneurial culture. Register now: https://genaustralia.org
This is what networking looks like at . Easy connections between like-minded people.
Open plan sessions. Big spaces for mingling. The laneways of Melbourne for walk-and-talks. means access to ideas - and to the people that have them.
We can't wait to see you!
Global Entrepreneurship Network City of Melbourne Melbourne Convention Bureau
When multiple realms collide, cross-cutting solutions are possible. This is exactly the mindset that Kim Nguyen, founder of Global Ideas Lab, embodies in her work. Through her work, she has identified how inclusion and diversity priorities can be applied specifically to young entrepreneurs. Join Kim at as she shares her insights on driving inclusive youth entrepreneurship. Register now: https://genaustralia.org/
Right now there are more than 32 million people seeking refuge around the world. With several crises impacting the global refugee population, how can we support this community with access to entrepreneurial opportunities? Join Usman Iftikhar, CEO, Catalysr and Tim Barnes, CEO, Centre for Entrepreneurs at for an open discussion on best practice and innovative approach. Register now: https://genaustralia.org
Strong entrepreneurial culture is the key to building a better future. This is why Akhil Sharma, speaker and investments director at Antler, is backing the world’s most driven founders, from day zero to greatness. Register now for your chance to find out what drives the strategy behind Antler's success. https://genaustralia.org
It's no longer sci-fi, it's real life: we live in a world where machines think, learn, and adapt like humans. We're now beyond questioning if AI is friend or foe, and deep into ethics, utilisation, disruption and opportunity. Join speakers, CEO of UtopiaX, Christina Gerakiteys and Jon Yeo, Director, Brightstar Consulting to explore what's possible now, and what's coming next. Register now: https://genaustralia.org