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TUESDAY JUN 11
Vivid Ideas Exchange: Lights Collide
Sydney CBD / Museum of Contemporary Art / 2.00-4.45PM
Join us for an illuminating event where the brightest researchers, innovators, start-ups and industry will showcase technology and research from across the light spectrum.
Why Should the Perfect Robot Look and Think Just Like a Human
Camperdown / SSB Lecture Theatre / 6.00-7.30PM
The popular notion that the perfect robot will be just like a human closes our eyes to the genuine possibilities and risks of AI and robotics.
The Fall of the Fiat Currencies Monopoly and Why Censorship Resistance Matters
Sydney Startup Hub / Tank Stream Labs / 6.00-9.00PM
In this meetup, discuss why governments won’t have a monopoly on money in the future and why censorship resistance matters.
Pitching with Confidence
Sydney Startup Hub / Fishburners / 12.00-1.00PM
If you do have development skills, learning how to build low-code applications can massively speed up your workflow for building a functional minimum viable product.
SMARTSessions: Lean Canvas
Tamworth / UNE SMART Region Incubator / 12.00-2.00PM
Come and work with Gary Morgan, the SRI’s Expert in Residence on your Lean Canvas.
Facebook Ads Lesson
Pyrmont / Academy of Entrepreneurs / 6.00-8.00PM
You're invited to learn about the tips & tricks of Facebook Ads Marketing – to promote your brand/business and GROW your sales.
WEDNESDAY JUN 12
Expert in Residence Jan McGrath
Sydney Startup Hub / Level 1 / 9.30AM-12.30PM
Book in for a 45 minute session with Jan McGrath on every Wednesday from 29 May to 19 June from 9.30 am to 12.30 pm.
Vogue Codes in Conversation
Sydney CBD / Cafe Sydney / 8.00-10.00AM
This event will highlight speakers who are driving change and the growing importance of emotional intelligence to technology and business.
Technology Makes Us More Human
Sydney Startup Hub / The Studio / 12.30-1.30PM
In this talk, Bachir will share his story of how he got sucked into the digital world and share with you the many lessons learned while building his many tech startup businesses and software products.
Bitcoin Basics
Sydney CBD / Tank Stream labs @ Bridge St / 12.00-1.30PM
With the bitcoin price rising, so does most people's curiosity about it. In this 1 hour session, Aleks Svetski will go take you through the basics of this new form of money.
How to Pitch Workshop
Coffs Harbour / Innovation Hub Coffs Coast / 5.30-7.30PM
This workshop is designed to introduce you to the practical side of investor pitching. You will learn how to sell your idea, your company, and yourself in an effective and impressive way at pitch competitions or networking events.
Lean Startup Sydney Meetup
Sydney CBD / Pivotal Labs / 5.30-8.30PM
A monthly meetup to hear & discuss "How Today's Entrepreneurs Use Continuous Innovation to Create Radically Successful Businesses".
THURSDAY JUN 13
A New Australian Based Equity Crowdfunding Platform
Coffs Harbour / The Happy Frog / 6.00-8.00PM
All about crowdfunding with Matt Vitale.
Declutter Your Finances
Sydney CBD / General Assembly / 12.30-1.30PM
This session is for those who need to tie up a few loose ends and want to be more intentional and mindful with their money.
How to Foster a Culture of Innovation in Your Team
Pyrmont / LegalVision / 5.30-7.30PM
Join LegalVision for a candid conversation about their people experience and culture journey. You’ll hear from Lachlan McKnight, CEO, Georgina Gordon, People Operations Manager, and Rich Rose, Head of Client & People Experience.
SMARTSessions: Lean Canvas
Armidale / UNE SMART Region Incubator / 12.00-2.00PM
Come and work with Gary Morgan, the SRI’s Expert in Residence on your Lean Canvas.
Starthouse Pitch Night
Gosford / Gosford Smart Work Hub / 6.00-9.00PM
Grab your ticket now to hear from some of the region's most exciting founders as they share their ideas and take the next step.
From Corporate to Entrepreneur with Dr. Ginny
Pyrmont / Academy of Entrepreneurs / 6.00-7.30PM
Rewire your brain and expand your thinking to become an entrepreneur & changemaker.
FRIDAY JUN 14
Property Tech Pitch Night
Sydney Startup Hub / Fishburners / 5.00-8.00PM
Every Friday night from 5pm, Fishburners opens its doors to host Shark Tank style pitches. This particular evening will feature a selection of property tech startups.
The Rise of Automation
Sydney CBD / General Assembly / 7.30-9.30AM
Join General Assembly and Data Science Breakfast Meetup as they present a panel of experts at the forefront of AI incorporation.
Recruiting for Your Startup (On a Shoestring)
Darlington / INCUBATE Hub / 4.00-6.00PM
Whether you’ve recruited for your team recently or are completely new to recruitment this session aims to give you as many tips and tricks from experts on how to recruit.
[BPx] Art Blockathon
Woolloomooloo / Artspace Gallery / Multi-Day Event
The Blocumenta Blockathon will bring together some of Australia’s leading artists, theorists, software developers, designers and entrepreneurs for 48hrs of intensive creation.
SATURDAY JUN 15
Vogue Codes Live
Eveleigh / Carriageworks / 8.15AM-2.00PM
Connect with Vogue Australia who, together with the most influential names in technology, fashion and business, have created a series of talks designed to motivate women to navigate the world wide web in new and innovative ways.
Design Thinking Masterclass
Sydney CBD / Academy Xi / 9.00AM-4.00PM
Whether you are a startup or a 100-year-old business, Design Thinking can help you design from the ground up or iterate on existing assets.
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