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MONDAY FEB 24
Energy Transition and Venture Capital - With Shayle Kann
Sydney CBD / Darling Square Library / 5.30-7.30PM
Join Startmate for a conversation + Q&A between Shayle Kann and Katerina Kimmorely on the energy landscape in America, parralells and differences between the Australian context and the role of venture capital in transitioning to a renewable energy future.
How to Get Started in Data Science and Analytics
Sydney CBD / Academy Xi / 6.00-7.30PM
Statistica predicts that the big data industry will be worth US$42 billion in 2018, and by 2027 is expected to be valued at over US$103 billion. So what skills do you need to become a Data Scientist, and what opportunities does the industry have.
TUESDAY FEB 25
The Power of Podcasting
Sydney CBD / General Assembly / 6.00-8.00PM
Talk through the tools and strategies needed to go out and create authentic and engaging audio content, and why this could help you build your brand.
Entering China - Challenges and Opportunities
Sydney CBD / Haymarket HQ / 6.00-8.00PM
Hear from Block42 founder Brian Zou about the successes and failures faced upon taking his startup to the Chinese market.
How to Safely Create Wealth in Cryptocurrencies
Sydney CBD / Freelancer / 6.00-8.00PM
At this free workshop, Joe Shew, CEO of Crypto Consulting Institute, will personally take you through the proven 5 Step Process to SAFELY creating wealth in 2020.
WEDNESDAY FEB 26
Big Data in B2B Marketing: Trends in 2020
Sydney CBD / General Assembly / 8.30-10.00AM
In this event, hear from B2B marketing experts on how big data is driving big impact in their business by forging tighter connections between marketing and sales and revealing new insights and opportunities.
Stop Stalling, Start Moving - Create Change and Achieve Anything
Sydney CBD / General Assembly / 12.30-1.30PM
There is a key to making positive change happen, and the best news is it is simple to learn and works for everyone.
Creating Irresistible Online Marketing
Sydney Startup Hub / The Studio / 12.30-1.30PM
In this session Christo Hall, co-founder of the Marketing Education company Basic Bananas, pulls back the curtains on the 4 critical steps to creating irresistible online marketing.
Join the Dots for Edtech
Newcastle / I2N Hub Hunter Street / 5.00-7.00PM
The I2N is helping develop connections between individuals interested in or working in Edtech. A short and sharp series of pitches from entrepreneurs, SMEs and researchers kicks off the event followed by informal networking to help you join the dots for future collaboration.
In-Conversation Event with Jamie Engel
North Sydney / 33 Berry St / 5.00-7.30PM
Jamie Engel is the founder of Neutopia.co, the leading online education platform to support the global transition to connected ways of learning for academic, corporate and forward-thinking organisations. Neutopia supports 21st-century learning and builds community by creating meaningful peer-to-peer engagement.
Sustainability/Social Impact Toastmasters Evening Session
Sydney Startup Hub / Fishburners / 5.50-7.00PM
Join a group of sustainability/social impact professionals who gather to practise public lectures/product pitches/generally improve their communication and leadership skills.
Employable in 2030: Closing the Skills Gap
Sydney CBD / General Assembly / 6.00-8.00PM
What jobs will exist in 2030? Come along and hear from a panel of industry leaders on how to stay relevant in the rapidly changing space for 2030 and beyond...
THURSDAY FEB 27
Growth Lessons from Deputy, Xero and Vend
Sydney Startup Hub / Fishburners / 12.00-1.00PM
In this fireside Jordan Lewis (Deputy, Xero and Vend) will join David Jones (Pointzi, ThreatMetrix) to dig into his experiences on growth teams at these 3 successful startups (Deputy has now raised over US$110M).
How to Increase the Impact of Your Message with Humour
Sydney CBD / General Assembly / 12.30-1.30PM
In this workshop, Humour Engineer Andrew Tarvin teaches you the practical comedy principles that he’s shared with some of the world’s top organisations -- including the United Nations, the FBI, and the Red Cross -- on communicating effectively.
How to Podcast and Make a Living
Coffs Harbour / Bishop Druitt College Theatre / 6.00PM
Join Cameron Reilly as he shares insight on the future of content creation, new emerging platforms like tiktok and how to monetise your passion.
How Brands Make Movements
Sydney CBD / General Assembly / 6.00-8.00PM
In this interactive panel discussion, meet the creative marketers and thinkers behind inspiring brands as they share their strategy and marketing tactics to find brand purpose, build community and create a movement that goes beyond any products and services.
FRIDAY FEB 28
Tour of The Studio
Sydney Startup Hub / The Studio / 12.00-1.00PM
Join The Studio for a tour of their space, where one of their friendly team will be able to answer any of your burning questions.
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