UNCUT

The University of Queensland is hosting Ventures Uncut: Lessons from failure.

Our guest speakers will share their stories of failure including the lessons they learned and how their failures ultimately led to success. Join us for an evening of uncensored discussions, catering, and networking.

Event details: 

Date: Thursday 23 May 2024
Time: 5.30pm for a 6pm start, until 9pm AEST
Venue: Level 2, Newstead Brewing Co, 67 Castlemaine Street, Milton, Queensland 4064

Guest speakers

Nic Marchesi OAM

2016 Young Australian of the Year and 2020 Order of
Australia Medallist, Nic Marchesi is an entrepreneur,
innovator and storyteller. Nic is the Co-Founder and Chief
Delta Officer (CDO) of Orange Sky – the world's first free
mobile laundry and shower service for people
experiencing homelessness. Nic is committed to solving
problems, innovating and making a difference. This was
recognised through his selection as a Global Leader in the
2019 Obama Foundation Leaders Program.
As CDO Nic plays a key role in ensuring that innovation is
at the forefront of our evolution, leads our technical
function, is a key player in our supporter strategy and
plays a critical role in managing our strategic direction as
a member of the Senior Leadership Team. He is motivated by the vision to deliver on our five-year strategy
to help 40,000 friends by 2025. 

Abbey Cameron

Co-founder and CEO of multi-million dollar meal delivery company Nourish’d, Abbey Cameron has spent ten years leading a high growth, boot-strapped, company to commercial success in a hyper-competitive market. Now also an investor, keynote speaker, and amateur bilinguist, Abbey enjoys long walks on the beach and coaching aspiring startups to greatness.