Entrepreneurial networks creating lasting impact
The University of Queensland has a well-established and highly active entrepreneurship ecosystem. With a growing number of UQ alumni undertaking highly successful ventures, the UQ Founders Pledge is an opportunity for founders to join and give back to the UQ entrepreneurial community in a meaningful way.
Join the UQ Founders Pledge and create change in the right way for you.
About
The UQ Founders Pledge allows our entrepreneurial community to partner with UQ to create a shared vision for the future. Entrepreneurs are people of action who want to create change and solve problems, and UQ is committed to supporting their success.
Philanthropy and entrepreneurialism are a natural match. At UQ, we know that people who start their own ventures often want to create a meaningful and lasting impact on society.
Your pledge
To join, simply register your interest.
When the timing is right for you – typically after your company’s sale or IPO – our team can help to facilitate your gift. There is no minimum commitment, every gift to UQ is deeply appreciated and enhances UQ’s ability to create knowledge leadership for a better world. When you are ready, please contact the UQ Founders Pledge team at founderspledge@uq.edu.au.
Member benefits
UQ has the educational foundations, established ecosystem, alumni entrepreneurs and engagement pathways to support you as a founder.
Participate in UQ Ventures Programs
Be a guest speaker, mentor student entrepreneurs and judge their best ideas.
Exclusive networking events
Network with Founders Pledge members, high-profile founders, academics, and senior University leaders. See past events.
Find great talent
Access our pipeline of graduating and current students who seek experience in an entreprenurial working environment or startup.
Access UQ spaces and meeting rooms
Use UQ Ventures and City Campus meeting rooms to work for a day or collaborate with other founders. To book please contact us.
Partner with UQ to solve challenges
Connect with academics or engage with student and staff teams to identify and solve problems through competitions, hackathons, workshops and more.
UQ Founders Pledge Online Group
Interact with the community on UQ Change Makers and exchange ideas, tips, and solutions with like-minded entrepreneurs.
Our founders
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Contact
For more information about the UQ Founders Pledge, contact
Maritza Messina , Global and Institutional Philanthropy, UQ