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It was great seeing so many local innovators, entrepreneurs and industry leaders at the Plus Eight Innovation Festival, held at the Western Sydney Startup Hub, powered by Spacecubed on Friday! 🎉

Over the past seven weeks, 17 incredible female founders have been on a transformative journey, gaining insights from top mentors, refining their business models, and connecting with leading investors. 🔥 On Wednesday evening, they took the stage at the EmpowerHER program pitch night, where they showcased the innovative businesses they’ve been building across biotech, AI, sustainability, property tech, and more. 💡 Huge congratulations the winners: 🥇 1st Place: Safe Call Up – Kristy Gallagher 🥈 2nd Place: StepAhead – Taryn Lindsay 🥉 3rd Place: Respiradigm Pty Ltd – Anya Jones, PhD 🌟 Crowd Choice Award: Tedology – Dr Louise Mansell Thank you to our judges, Charlotta Kemp, Hayley Boneham, and Lauren Hardy (Quinn), as well as everyone who made this program possible, including program mentors, Sheryl Frame, Isabelle Charter, Jasmin Ward, Pia Turcinov AM, Melissa Grove, Megan Del Borrello, Raaj Rayat, CFA, Neera Shah, Tracie Clark, Josephine Tay, Kate Harris, Kate Coffey, Clarisse Menezes and Ailyn Tydde!  📚 To learn more about each of these innovative founders and their busisnesses, read our blog on the cohort here: https://hubs.ly/Q03dPMY90 EmpowerHER was made possible thanks to the support of the Department of Jobs, Tourism, Science and Innovation’s New Industries Fund X-TEND WA Program. #innovation #femalefounder #startup #entrepreneur Britney Jean Victor Juliette Lucas

🚨 Last call for 2025 Plus Eight Accelerator applications. 🔥 This is your final opportunity to join WA’s leading startup accelerator, where select founders will receive tailored support, world-class mentorship, access to a pool of $700K in seed funding & much more! ⭐ Don’t wait — applications close in just 48 hours! Whether you’re an early-stage founder or a scaling startup, this is your chance to gain the funding and support needed to take your business to new heights. 🚀 ⏳ Apply before applications close on Sunday, March 30: https://hubs.ly/Q03dcXyf0 Plus Eight Accelerator is made possible thanks to the support of our partner network, the Department of Jobs, Tourism, Science and Innovation, BetterLabs, Kaizen West, Hawaiian, CFC Group, K&L Gates, and DFK Gooding Partners. #Investment #Accelerator #Startup #Entrepreneur #Innovation

Tomorrow, the Plus Eight Innovation Festival is taking place at the Western Sydney Startup Hub, powered by Spacecubed from 9am-6pm! 🚀 This festival is your chance to learn from top founders and investors, gain actionable insights, and build valuable connections in the local startup ecosystem. Plus, SXSW Sydney is giving away a 7-day Pro Pass to this year's Tech & Innovation Festival (valued at $995!) to one lucky attendee at the event. 🔥 There's only a few tickets remaining, so don't miss out! RSVP ⬇️ https://hubs.ly/Q03drljW0 #innovation #startup #festival #PlusEightInnovationFestival #Parramatta

Over the weekend, the next generation of entrepreneurs came together at Tech for Tomorrow: Student Startup Weekend for an action-packed 54 hours of innovation, collaboration, and problem-solving. 💡 Hosted at Riff, powered by Spacecubed, and supported by the City of Perth, Venture UWA, and Student Edge, students pitched bold ideas, formed teams, and worked tirelessly to turn their concepts into viable startups. 🔥 From smarter parking solutions to AI-powered recruitment and personality-based matchmaking, all the startups showcased creativity and real-world impact. 🎉 Read the full blog to uncover the winning teams and their groundbreaking ideas: https://hubs.ly/Q03drgn80 🙏 Thank you to the mentors who supported the students throughout the weekend, and the judging panel, Chloe Bull, Michelle Wong, Cameron Thorn, Cema Athayde Santos, Brandon White-Harris, Jasmin Ward, Malcolm Gordon, Sean Wharton, Paul Cannavan, Harriet Bartlett, and Nathan Wipane. #innovation #startup #entrepreneur #startupweekend

Kaizen West, a new flexible workspace in the heart of West Perth, is here! 🚀 Join us on April 9 for the official launch and be among the first to explore this dynamic space designed for founders, freelancers, and business innovators. 💼 As part of the event, Plus Eight alumni Stephanie Clarke (Multi-Coached), David Young (Day Work Book), and Alex Hey (Coursebox AI) will take the stage to share their startup journeys, diving into the highs, the hurdles, and what comes next after graduating the 2024 Plus Eight Accelerator. 🔥 It’s a great opportunity to hear real insights from those who’ve successfully scaled their ventures. Come for the stories, stay for the connections. 🥂 Enjoy self-guided tours, networking, and drinks as you meet the team behind Kaizen West and connect with Perth’s thriving startup community. Sign up. ⬇️ https://hubs.ly/Q03ddl810 #coworking #sharedoffice #westperth #startup #innovation

🚀 The countdown is on! There are just a few days left to apply for the 2025 Plus Eight Accelerator, where ambitious founders will gain access to funding, mentorship, and a global network to fast-track their success. 🔥 Whether you're refining an idea or scaling a high-growth startup, Plus Eight provides tailored support, expert-led sessions, and a share of $700K in seed funding to help you take the next step. Plus, every applicant — regardless of the outcome — will receive personalised feedback from our Entrepreneur in Residence, Dr Marcus Tan, making this an opportunity you don’t want to miss! ⏳ Applications close this Sunday, March 30 — apply now before it’s too late! ⬇️ https://hubs.ly/Q03dcZCY0 Plus Eight Accelerator is made possible thanks to the support of our partner network, the Department of Jobs, Tourism, Science and Innovation, BetterLabs, Kaizen West, Hawaiian, CFC Group, K&L Gates, and DFK Gooding Partners. #Accelerator #SeedFunding #Startup #Innovation #Entrepreneur

🚀 The Plus Eight Innovation Festival is almost here! Join us this Friday, March 28 at the Western Sydney Startup Hub, powered by Spacecubed for a high-impact day designed for founders, innovators, entrepreneurs and industry leaders. 🔥 Expect expert-led sessions, hands-on workshops, and exclusive networking opportunities to help you scale, secure funding, and refine your startup strategy. Some highlights include: 🎤 Mastering Startup Investment & Crafting Your First Pitch with Solai Valliappan 🧘♀️ Leadership Insights inspired by the Monks of Bhutan & Sound Healing with Tatjana Genys 🔥 Fireside Chat with Dr Marcus Tan (Founder of Healthengine) on Raising $50M & Scaling a Startup, followed by a Q&A with Kopi Nadarajah 💻 AI & Automation Workshop with Western Sydney Tech Innovators founder, Lailei Huang & much more! Limited places remain - learn more and secure your spot below. ⬇️ https://hubs.ly/Q03d2dpR0 This event is made possible by Investment NSW, AWS Startups, Realise Business and Australiance. #innovation #festival #westernsydney #startup #entrepreneur Caroline Lepron (Aguesse) Jenna Cardozo Siam Hossain Kate Coffey Laura Faulconer Alex Retzlaff Kylie Frazer Robert Nicholls Nicholas Ooi Jai Singh 🍇 Kirstin Hunter Ananya Sinha Shaina Brown Will Padman Naïla Belbegra Thill Geoff Main Cos Luccitti Noga Edelstein Alex Tassone Matt A. Preethi Mohan Poppy Trewhella Arsalan Naseem Teala Stephens Sophie Yao Ilter Dumduz Wayne Wanders Ann-Mary Rajanayagam

Thinking about applying for the Plus Eight Accelerator? Hear from Aidan Talijancich, Co-Founder of Simplafy, on why the program was a game-changer for his startup. 🚀 Applications for this year's program are now open, but not for much longer! ⏰ Apply before applications close on March 30: https://lnkd.in/gqXMAhV #PlusEight #StartupAccelerator #FounderJourney

Curious about coworking? Here’s your chance to experience it first-hand! 🚀 Join us at FLUX, powered by Spacecubed, for a FREE Coworking Open Day on Thursday, April 3rd. 🔥 Enjoy a productive day in one of Perth’s premier workspaces with high-speed internet, breakout spaces, premium amenities, and a access to our dynamic community. Whether you're a freelancer, startup, or growing team, this is your opportunity to explore flexible work options and connect with like-minded professionals. Places are limited — secure yourt spot here. ⬇️ https://hubs.ly/Q03d28Bw0 If you're interested in learning more about our flexible membership options, simply reach out to Valentina Bert and Brianna Duval, or book a free tour here: https://lnkd.in/dARhCvPW #Coworking #OpenDay #SharedOffice #Perth