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* Introducing a true pioneer in healthcare innovation and investment to our Angel Investing Masterclass, Brian Leedman!* 💫 From Vision to Acquisition: As co-founder of ResApp Health, Brian helped revolutionise digital healthcare before the company's successful acquisition by Pfizer in 2022. This is just one highlight in his remarkable journey of founding and co-founding six ASX-listed healthcare companies since 2013. 🏢 Executive Leadership: 10 years as VP Investor Relations at Nasdaq/ASX-listed pSivida Corp (now EyePoint Pharmaceuticals) Senior marketing roles at EY and Westpac Bank Multiple board positions as Chairman, Executive & Non-Executive Director 🔬 Industry Leadership: As former Chairman (WA) of AusBiotech, Brian championed the biotechnology sector by creating the innovative 'Broker Meet Biotech' series, bridging the gap between promising biotech companies and investment opportunities. Brian's extensive experience also includes: Successfully taking healthcare companies from concept to ASX listing Building and executing effective capital raising strategies Navigating successful exits in the healthcare sector Don't miss this opportunity to learn from a healthcare investment pioneer! Register here: https://lnkd.in/gU2yrFNa #HealthTech #AngelInvesting #PerthStartups #Innovation #WAbusiness

*Meet Matthew Macfarlane: Venture Capital Visionary* A catalyst for innovation, Matt has co-founded a $40m venture capital fund and a software startup, demonstrating his ability to navigate both investment and entrepreneurial landscapes. Matt brings unparalleled insights into angel investing and startup growth. 🚀A seasoned investor and tech leader who has: Deployed over $1m in personal investments across innovative startups Co-founded a $40m venture capital fund Guided companies from early-stage to ASX listing Backed successful exits in AgTech, BioTech, and Technology sectors 🏆 Leadership Highlights: Chair of icetana AI (ASX-listed AI video analytics company) Non-Executive Director at AgriFutures Australia Chair of Australian Export Grains Innovation Centre (AEGIC) Chair of PetRescue Ltd, leveraging technology for social impact 💡 Investment Portfolio Success: Notable Exits: Agworld, Dimerix Limited, BusyBot, Kanopy Streaming Active Investments: Appbot, icetana AI, uDrew, Functionally, Nyfty.ai Don't miss his expert perspective at our Masterclass! Register here: https://lnkd.in/gU2yrFNa #AngelInvesting #StartupWA #VentureCapital #PerthBusiness

*Meet our ECU School of Business and Law representatives Dr Kerry Brown Dr Geremy Farr-Wharton GAICD.* We're excited to welcome ECU School of Business & Law guest speakers at our Angel Investing Masterclass & Pitch Rumble where both Geremy and Kerry will offer academic excellence and real-world insights to our March 5th event. 🎓Dr Kerry Brown is the Professor of Employment and Industry in the School of Business and Law at Edith Cowan University, WA. As current Past President and Board Member of the Australian and New Zealand Academy of Management, she is committed to research supporting better organisational management. Kerry specialises in project management; business collaboration, networks and business clusters; capability, strategy, management and policy for infrastructure and asset management; and public management and policy. 🎓Dr Geremy Farr-Wharton is the Director of Engagement at ECU’s School of Business and Law. He drives value creation with and for industry through leveraging the intersection of evidence-based research with world-changing transformative innovations to solve real-world industry problems in meeting future demands. Geremy’s diverse professional background spans private and public industry, academe and the entrepreneurial ecosystem with established expertise as an entrepreneur, innovation specialist and health scientist. Register now (only a few spots remaining): https://lnkd.in/gU2yrFNa #ECU #BusinessEducation #WomenInBusiness #PerthStartups #Innovation

*Spotlight on our Distinguished Speaker: Wendy Simpson AM FAICD* We're honoured to welcome one of Australia's most influential business pioneers to our Angel Investing Masterclass. Recently appointed as a Member of the Order of Australia (2025), Wendy Simpson has been a transformative force in the Australian business landscape. 💫 A Pioneer for Women in Business: Having experienced first-hand the difficulties faced by women in raising capital in Australia, in 2010 at a Dell entrepreneurs conference in Shanghai Wendy met the founder of Springboard Enterprises USA and agreed with the team to bring the premier program to accelerate female founders to Australia. This decision was a catalyst to develop an Australian based global ecosystem to support the growth of female founders and their technology businesses. Since then, the organisation now called SBE Australia has delivered hundreds of programs to Australia’s female founders and seen multiple, exits, IPOs and global expansions. Wendy continues to be an SBE Australia ambassador. 🌏 Global Impact & Innovation: *Instrumental in bringing the Internet to China (1999) *Former Senior VP of ALCATEL ASIA PACIFIC REGIONAL HEADQUATER *Victoria's first female Trade Commissioner for North Asia *Pioneered the Telstra Business Women's Awards 🏆 Recognition & Achievement: *Member of the Order of Australia (2025) *Australian Businesswoman's Hall of Fame inductee *The The Australian Financial Review's 100 Women of Influence *Multiple Telstra Businesswomen's Awards finalist Currently serving on the General Sir John Monash Foundation board and as a Council member for Alphacrucis University College, Wendy continues to champion innovation and mentorship across Australia. Don't miss this rare opportunity to learn from a true pioneer in Australian business and technology. 📅 Wednesday, March 5th, 2025 📍 CBA Raine Square, Perth ⏰ Masterclass: 1PM - 5:30PM, Pitch Rumble: 5:30PM - 7:00PM Limited seats available for this FREE event thanks to our incredible sponsors Department of Jobs, Tourism, Science and Innovation, ECU School of Business and Law, and Commonwealth Bank. Register here https://lnkd.in/gU2yrFNa #WomenInBusiness #PerthEvents #Innovation #WomenLeaders #StartupWA Sheryl Frame Sylvia Tokic Matt A. Morning Startup

*Speaker Announcement* Meet Andrea Gardiner - CEO of Jelix Ventures, one of our distinguished speakers at the upcoming Angel Investing Masterclass & Pitch Rumble! A powerhouse in the investment world, Andrea has transformed Jelix Ventures from managing syndicated investments of $20M to raising a $30M fund. Under her leadership, Jelix has invested an impressive $42M across 44 companies, making 130 investments in early-stage tech startups. But Andrea's journey is far more than just numbers: *Accomplished startup investor & entrepreneur *Former investment banker & lawyer *Seasoned company director *World-class climber & skier Her mission? Andrea is passionate about supporting the innovation and startup sector as she believes it is a critical economic imperative for Australia and the future of our children.  Making Australia's economic future brighter through innovation, Andrea is a fierce advocate for women founders who are often overlooked by VCs, and as co-founder of WinVC, she's actively working to get more women into investment decision-making positions. Don't miss this opportunity to learn from one of Australia's most dynamic venture capitalists. Register here: https://lnkd.in/gU2yrFNa #FemaleFounders #AngelInvesting #WomenInBusiness #ecu #cba #jtsi Sheryl Frame Sylvia Tokic Scott Glew Morning Startup

Nearly SOLD OUT! With almost 80% of tickets snapped up, our Angel Investing Masterclass & Pitch Rumble is set to be THE must-attend event during the week of International Women's Day 2025. We're curating an incredible line-up of speakers who will share their unparalleled insights and hard-earned investment wisdom. Whether you're an aspiring investor, a curious entrepreneur, or simply passionate about understanding the investment landscape, this event welcomes all who are eager to learn. A heartfelt thanks to our event sponsors who are making this free event possible: Department of Jobs, Tourism, Science and Innovation, ECU School of Business and Law and Commonwealth Bank. Follow VentureX HQ and stay tuned for exclusive speaker announcements to follow – you won't want to miss this. Register here: https://lnkd.in/gU2yrFNa Sheryl Frame Sylvia Tokic Scott Glew Morning Startup

Where innovation meets opportunity: thank you Commonwealth Bank! We're delighted to host our Angel Investing Masterclass & Pitch Rumble at the stunning CBA premises in Raine Square. Commonwealth Bank of Australia's support as our venue sponsor provides the perfect setting for connecting investors with promising entrepreneurs. Join us in this premium CBD location on March 5th for an afternoon of learning, networking, and celebrating women in investment. Special thanks to Commonwealth Bank for providing this amazing space and supporting our mission to close the gender gap in investment. Free event - Register now! https://lnkd.in/gU2yrFNa #CommBank #VenuePartner #WomenInFinance #PerthEvents #Innovation

📚 Excellence meets Innovation: ECU School of Business and Law joins VentureX HQ! 🎓 We're excited to welcome ECU School of Business & Law as a key sponsor of our Angel Investing Masterclass & Pitch Rumble. Their expertise will shine through our expert speakers, bringing academic excellence and real-world insights to our March 5th event. Get ready to learn from ECU's industry leaders as they share their knowledge on angel investing and entrepreneurship. Thank you ECU School of Business and Law for supporting our mission to increase female representation in the investment world! Register now: https://lnkd.in/gU2yrFNa #ECU #BusinessEducation #WomenInBusiness #PerthStartups #Innovation

🌟 Proud to partner with Department of Jobs, Tourism, Science and Innovation (JTSI) 🌟 We're thrilled to announce JTSI's grant support for our upcoming Angel Investing Masterclass & Pitch Rumble! This partnership demonstrates JTSI's commitment to fostering innovation and supporting diverse leadership in Western Australia's investment landscape. Through JTSI's generous support, we're able to offer this transformative event FREE to all attendees, breaking down barriers to entry in angel investing. Join us on March 5th to be part of this initiative advancing women in investment. Thank you Department of Jobs, Tourism, Science and Innovation for believing in our mission! For those who have not yet registered, we still have 25 tickets available with 75% already snapped up! #JTSI #WesternAustralia #Innovation #WomenInInvesting #PerthBusiness https://lnkd.in/gU2yrFNa

Have you registered yet for our upcoming masterclass in March? We are already over 60% booked and would love to welcome a few more of you. We have an array of distinguished experts as well as up and coming female founders who will pitch their company. Speaker announcements to follow over the next couple of weeks. Register below. https://lnkd.in/gU2yrFNa #angelinvesting #perthstartup #femalefounders