Events

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Ventures Empower Demo Day at Ventures Studio

30 April 2024 5:30pm8:00pm
Ventures are throwing open the doors of their Ventures Studio. Join us for a Ventures in-house celebration to mark the conclusion of our Empower pre-accelerator program and to see our refreshed incubator space.
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ilab Application Tips - ilab Accelerator: Chapter 2 Information Session

2 May 2024 10:00am11:00am
Join our upcoming information session, 2 May, to learn more about the ilab Accelerator: Chapter 2 program and to seek answers to any questions on the application process, finer details, and program logistics. Register to attend today to join the session online.
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Qualified Early-Stage Investor Course

6 June 2024 8:30am7 June 2024 5:00pm
Early-stage investment is a critical part of the commercialisation and a powerful source of financing for high growth companies. This workshop will present potential investors with case studies, expert presentations and facilitated discussions designed to help you learn how to successfully identify, evaluate and manage your own personal early-stage investment portfolio.

Morning with Angels

24 April 2024 7:30am9:30am
UQ Ventures is hosting it's monthly Morning with Angels. Meet with local Angel Loop Investors for some coffee at The Atrium, 308 Queen Street, and get feedback on your startup or learn about investing.
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Fireside Chat with ilab alumni and EiRs - ilab Accelerator: Chapter 2 Information Session

17 April 2024 5:30pm6:30pm
Join the 'Fireside Chat with ilab alumni and EiRs' information session and learn more about the Ventures ilab Accelerator: Chapter 2 program. This information session will give you the chance to hear from previous ilab alumni and our Entrepreneurs in Residence: Abbey Cameron and Angus McLachlan.

Startup AdVentures Information Session (Online)

10 April 2024 2:00pm3:00pm
Startup AdVentures are global experiences specialising in entrepreneurship and innovation on the international stage. Connect with industry and learn first-hand how a real startup operates. Register for the Startup AdVentures information session and find out more about how you can get involved and our upcoming locations Singapore and Shanghai.

Startup AdVentures Information Session (In-person)

9 April 2024 9:30am10:30am
Startup AdVentures are global experiences specialising in entrepreneurship and innovation on the international stage. Connect with industry and learn first-hand how a real startup operates. Register for the Startup AdVentures information session and find out more about how you can get involved and our upcoming locations Singapore and Shanghai.
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Get ready for ilab 2024 - ilab Accelerator: Chapter 2 Information Session

4 April 2024 11:00am12:00pm
Join the 'Get ready for ilab 2024' information session and learn more about the Ventures ilab Accelerator: Chapter 2 program. Founders from all disciplines are encouraged to apply and the program is open to all UQ students, recent alumni, and staff.

Qualified Early-Stage Investor Course

4 April 2024 9:00am5 April 2024 5:00pm
Early-stage investment is a critical part of the commercialisation and a powerful source of financing for high growth companies. This workshop will present potential investors with case studies, expert presentations and facilitated discussions designed to help you learn how to successfully identify, evaluate and manage your own personal early-stage investment portfolio.
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Curiosity Talk - Universal Design: Building Products for Everyone

28 March 2024 5:00pm6:00pm
Join UQ Ventures and guest speakers Marie L Pollmann-Larsen from Technical University of Denmark (DTU) Skylab and Andreas Stadsvold Christensen, a current DTU student, for our panel discussion 'Universal Design: Building Products for Everyone'. This session aims to showcase DTU's toolkit through examples of universal design products built by students.

Morning with Angels

27 March 2024 7:30am9:30am
UQ Ventures is hosting it's monthly Morning with Angels. Meet with local Angel Loop Investors for some coffee at Ventures Studio at Long Pocket, and get feedback on your startup or learn about investing.
ilab Accelerator Pitch Night

ilab Accelerator Pitch Night

21 March 2024 5:30am9:00am
Join our startup founders as they showcase their cutting-edge innovations 21 March at The Princess Theatre. This diverse cohort of founders range from social entrepreneurs to trailblazers in AI-driven platforms and digital cameras to the future of the electrical grid.

International Women's Day - Count Her In: Invest in Women. Accelerate Progress Round Table.

8 March 2024 12:45pm3:30pm
This event and round table discussion will explore the importance of economic investment in women and girls to achieving gender equality and enjoying an innovative, inclusive and thriving society as part of International Women's Day.
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Curiosity Talk - From Students to Entrepreneurs

7 March 2024 5:00pm6:00pm
UQ Ventures would like to invite the UQ community to join a 60-minute event where we will meet three incredible founders who will be sharing their experiences, from UQ students to startup founders. Vikram Fidolin, Anh Van, and David Sea will share their journey, including the highs and lows, doubts, and ideas they've had in recent years that helped them get where they are. Open to all current UQ students and staff. 

Startup Mixer

5 March 2024 4:00pm6:00pm
Network with some of Brisbane's best local startups. Ventures Startup Mixer includes a reverse pitch where our startups pitch their business to you! Startups range from health tech, fintech, and sustainability. UQ students from all disciplines are welcome to attend. Join us 5 March and register today.

Fireside chat with EiR Dale Rankine and Program Manager Yazz Krishna - Momentum Accelerator

4 March 2024 5:15pm7:00pm
Join our in-person information session where you can meet and ask questions about the UQ Ventures Momentum Accelerator Program and how the program will prepare you for high growth. Register to attend.

Qualified Early-Stage Investor Course

Cancelled
29 February 2024 9:00am1 March 2024 5:00pm
Early-stage investment is a critical part of the commercialisation and a powerful source of financing for high growth companies. This workshop will present potential investors with case studies, expert presentations and facilitated discussions designed to help you learn how to successfully identify, evaluate and manage your own personal early-stage investment portfolio.

Morning with Angels

27 February 2024 7:30am9:30am
UQ Ventures is hosting it's monthly Morning with Angels. Meet with local Angel Loop Investors for breakfast at UQ's new venue, 308 Queen Street, and get feedback on your startup or learn about investing.

Virtual session to cover key information, Q&A, and applications tips - Momentum Accelerator

26 February 2024 6:00pm7:00pm
Join our online information session where you can meet and ask questions about the UQ Ventures Momentum Accelerator Program and how the program will prepare you for high growth. Register to attend.

Startup AdVentures Information Session

21 February 2024 11:30am12:30pm
Startup AdVentures are global experiences specialising in entrepreneurship and innovation on the international stage. Connect with industry and learn first-hand how a real startup operates. Register for the Startup AdVentures information session and find out more about how you can get involved and our upcoming locations Singapore and Shanghai.

Ventures Open House

21 February 2024 10:00am2:00pm
Have a look inside the Ventures space, where we make your ideas reality! We are opening our doors to the community to give everyone a chance to drop in, meet our amazing team and see where the magic happens. You'll have the chance to hear from Ventures students, learn about our programs, and explore how new skills can help you build your future. Drop by anytime between 10am-2pm.
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Gatton Market Day

20 February 2024 4:00pm6:00pm
Come find UQ Ventures on Gatton Market Day to learn more about entrepreneurship at UQ and how you can get started.

Get networking like a boss

16 February 2024 2:00pm3:00pm
In this short workshop you will meet other students, and through hands on activities, you will learn and practice how to meet like-minded people across UQ, and how to find experts and mentors to help your projects come to life. This activity is designed and run by current students.

Get networking like a boss

15 February 2024 2:00pm3:00pm
In this short workshop you will meet other students, and through hands on activities, you will learn and practice how to meet like-minded people across UQ, and how to find experts and mentors to help your projects come to life. This activity is designed and run by current students.
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St Lucia Market Day

14 February 2024 10:00am2:00pm
Come find UQ Ventures on St Lucia Market Day to learn more about entrepreneurship at UQ and how you can get started.

Ventures Empower Information Session

13 February 2024 5:00pm5:30pm
Join our upcoming information session, 13 February, to learn more about the new Empower program and to seek answers to any questions you may have on the application process, finer details, and program logistics. Register to attend today to join the session online.

Get networking like a boss

13 February 2024 2:00pm3:00pm
In this short workshop you will meet other students, and through hands on activities, you will learn and practice how to meet like-minded people across UQ, and how to find experts and mentors to help your projects come to life. This activity is designed and run by current students

LeadHers Staff Day

13 February 2024 8:30am1:00pm
Are you looking to grow your leadership capabilities? The Ventures LeadHers Staff Day, 13 February, seeks to support emerging women leaders in the university to reach their potential. Open to all staff at UQ.

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