July Newsletter
It was a privilege to host NSW Premier, The Hon Chris Minns last month. The NSW Government are a cornerstone supporter of I2N and it was great to showcase the founders impacted by that support. June was also a massive month as we wrapped up the I2N Pre-Accelerator and selected twenty ventures for Bootcamp - watch this space ??
Join the Dots is BACK! And this month we're connecting you to your new co-founder or first hire. And just in case you're in need of more ecosystem connection, we've got you covered with Startup Stories featuring I2N Accelerator 2023 alumna, Avril Dunn of EI Platform.
Undergraduate students rejoice! Acceleration for Student Entrepreneurs (BUSN3002) is live and taking enrolments. Throughout semester two, you'll build a team, solve a massive problem, and potentially receive $25,000 seed funding.
And finally, if you're looking to get out of the house and join a vibrant community of founders and supporters, I2N Hub Honeysuckle could be your new home! We're offering up to two months free co-working on select new memberships.
For even more ways to get involved in all things innovation and entrepreneurship, read on.
Keep going,
Siobhan Curran Director, Entrepreneurship
Calling all innovators and entrepreneurs! ??
Join us?for an insightful exploration of successful business partnerships.
This event will include:
Whether you're actively seeking a co-founder or keen to learn from startup success stories, this event offers valuable insights and extensive networking opportunities.
We hope to see you there - Register below.
Avril Dunn is the Co-founder of EI Platform.
Electricity, and the way we use it in our society is extremely complicated. Energy prices are going up and demand is only increasing. Imagine if a building could not only tell you how it uses energy in real-time, but also control and predict future usage and costs... That's the power of this energy intelligence platform. EI Platform combines hardware with AI-driven software, to not only reveal the true cost of your energy usage but also control demand in real time.?
Join us for our August edition of Startup Stories!
The University of Newcastle's I2N was privileged to welcome NSW Premier, The Hon Chris Minns MP, last week. In addition to a tour throughout our innovation hub, I2N Founders, Ariel Community, Wild Yeast Zoo, and EM ENERGY were able to share their story and showcase their solutions to the Premier.
Huge thank you to Investment NSW for their continued support, which makes our programs possible.???
We are launching a series of entrepreneurial courses at the University of Newcastle!
These courses will allow you to build your own startup or work with established ones. You'll be surrounded by a community of ambitious founders who will guide you through the startup journey.
Learn more:
?? Check out our?website
?? Watch the?intro video?for BUSN3002
We had an inspiring Startup Stories this month with Leonie Cutts and Craig Browne, the visionary co-founders of CCS Corporation?and CARISA! ??
A huge thank you to Leonie and Craig for sharing their experiences with us and for reminding us all of the power of human connection.
Dive into a community of ambitious founders and business leaders here in the Hunter Region's epicentre of entrepreneurship, I2N Hub Honeysuckle.
Now is the perfect time to sign up as an individual or a team where you can work alongside, and be supported by, some of our region's most exciting ventures and supporters. No matter what idea or business you're building, there is space here for you!
Until August 30, all new sign-ups will receive one month free, and all new office sign-ups will receive two months free!
So what are you waiting for? Submit your application and start building ??
Get more info membership, perks and access at newcastle.edu.au/i2n-honeysuckle
Do you know a careers advisor, year coordinator or Principal in the Hunter or Central Coast region?
Startups @ School offers flexible and free workshops to introduce students to the world of entrepreneurship. Each session includes an engaging presentation by a local startup founder, followed by a collaborative workshop designed to teach valuable skills such as problem-solving, creativity and critical thinking – making Startups @ School the perfect way for students to reimagine their career possibilities and discover what they can achieve. ??
Big News ??
?? MGA Thermal secures $2.5m in funding from ARENA
?? Oceanex secures feasibility license for their offshore wind project
?? Jess Day, founder of Spotto Books, received a Highly Commended in the Hunter Region Business Excellence Awards
?? EM Energy & ihydRATE have been successful in obtaining a NSW Government MVP Grant
? Jaegersoft, Design Anthology and Coast XP have been shortlisted for a Lake Macquarie Business Excellence Award
?? EM Energy have been selected for the Cicada x Tech23
Did we miss your news or opportunity? Want your raise / partnership / client sign-up / job listing featured in next month’s newsletter? Let us know: [email protected]
Ecosystem Events ??
>Meetup - Hunter Data Analytics Meetup
Thu 18 Jul, 5:30 - 7:30PM.?I2N Hub Honeysuckle.
A monthly meetup that welcomes all ages, skill levels and backgrounds of the data and data analytics community across the Hunter region.
>City of Newcastle - Electrifying Everything
Thu 25 Jul, 5:30PM. Newcastle City Hall.
Electrifying our cars and homes is the critical action we all need to take this decade to save us money and save our kids' future. Dr. Saul Griffith will explore an action plan to electrify Newcastle.
>Hunter IF - Innovators Lunch
Fri 26 Jul, 12 - 2PM. Marrook Culture Centre.
A panel discussion exploring the opportunities of manufacturing operations to create economic prosperity, career pathways, and products for emerging industries such as clean energy.
>NSW Energy and Resources Knowledge Hub?-?Regional Insights and Enabling Programs: Decarbonisation Pathways
Mon 29 Jul, 2 - 4:30PM. NIER.?
Learn about regional perspectives, support and programs available for SMEs to drive decarbonisation in the new energy economy.
>Meetup - Newcastle Cyber Security Group
Wed 31 Jul, 6 - 8PM. I2N Hub Honeysuckle.
Join the NCSG for an evening of pizza, talks and deep-dives into cyber security.
>Cicada?- Tech23
领英推荐
Wed 7 Aug, 8AM - 6PM. Sydney.
Cicada x Tech23 is a festival celebrating visionaries, pushing the boundaries with innovative technologies and discussing ideas that can revolutionise our world.?
>Aust Gov - R&D Tax Incentive Program
Thu 8 Aug 1-2PM. Online.
Join representatives from the ATO and the Department of Industry, Science and Resources to learn about the R&D Tax Incentive program. You will be introduced to the program and guided through key eligibility requirements.?
>NSW Smart Sensing Network -?Sensing Industry Connect?
Mon 12 Aug, 6-8 PM. I2N Hub Honeysuckle.
Whether you are a manufacturer, designer, developer, deployer or researcher of smart sensing, join us and build valuable relationships and collaborative opportunities.
> Hunter Defence - Hunter Defence Conference
Wed 21 - Thu 22 Aug. Rydges Hunter Valley.
Australia’s premier regional Defence event, offering excellent program quality and value for money, attracting over 220 delegates and keynote speakers from the defence sector nationally.
>University of Newcastle - Science and Engineering Challenge State Final
Tue 27 - Thu 29 Aug.?University of Newcastle.
Engage with students at the Science and Engineering Challenge NSW State Final and use your experience to help them overcome a team STEM challenge.
>University of Newcastle - Open Day
Sat 31 Aug, 9AM - 3PM. University of Newcastle.
Get a taste of Uni life. Explore our Newcastle City and Callaghan Campuses. Chat to current students and academics. Find out more about the degrees you are interesting in studying.
>FAN7 -??Fab Lab?Asia Network Conference
Mon 14 Oct. Warners Bay Theatre.
FAN7 will bring together enthusiasts, professionals, educators, and innovators in the digital fabrication, STEM and maker community from across Asia and beyond.
Ecosystem Opportunities ????
> Accelerator for Enterprising Women?- Kickstarter Challenge
Apply by Fri 16 Aug.
Supporting Aussie women creating a self-made career path and mastering the skills required to run their own businesses. Secure a share of $60,000 in equity-free funding.
> AusGov - Industry Growth Program
Rolling applications.
Expert advice for SMEs on commercialisation focused on the early stages when businesses often have difficulty turning innovative ideas into profitable products, processes, and services.?
> BBIP - TechVouchers
Rolling applications.
Funding collaborative research projects between SMEs and researchers, with approved projects awarded 50% of the total eligible project costs in match-funding, up to a maximum of $50K.
> Cicada Innovations -?NSW Health Commercialisation Training Program
Application dates differ.
A range of workshops and programs designed to equip you with the essential skills to launch your health tech venture.
> CSIRO -?ON Prime
Apply by Mon 22 Jul.
A 9-week program to help small research teams at any stage take take their project to the next level through customer discovery activities and more.?
> CSIRO -?ON Accelerate
Apply by Fri 23 Aug.
A 3-month commercialisation acceleration program for entrepreneurial researchers ready to translate their great idea into a research-driven company.?
> Google -?Google Australia’s AI First Accelerator
Apply by Wed 31 Jul.
Google’s 10-week equity-free accelerator program for Seed and Series A Aussie startups building AI and ML-driven platforms and products.?
> Hunter Angels - Spring Funding Round
Apply by Fri 9 Aug.
Hunter Angels are now seeking applications from startups seeking funding for the Spring Funding Round, due Fri 9 Aug.
> Innovation Bay - Investor Pitches
Rolling applications.
Tap into the connections and capital of the Innovation Bay investor community. They encourage all startups to apply for rolling sector-agnostic opportunities.
> NSW Going Global Export Program: Digital Technology to United States of America
Apply by Sat 14 Jul.
Provides export support for NSW early-stage exporters or new to-market exporters. Eligible businesses can apply for free support to export digital technology to the USA.
> NSW Government - MVP Ventures Grant
Rolling applications.?
Providing matched funding ($25-50k) for startups in the pre-market product development to drive the commercialisation of innovative new products.
> Pause - Awards
Apply Fri 30 Aug.
The Australian benchmark for business excellence uniting to champion pioneering spirit and? journey towards excellence, since 2018.
> SXSW Sydney 2024 - Speaker Invitation?
Apply by Mon 22 Jul.
Showcasing 1,178 sessions and events, bringing together inspired creators, thought-provokers, and innovators worldwide.
> TRaCE - R&D Voucher Program
Rolling applications.
Designed to accelerate and de-risk early-stage R&D in recycling and clean energy technologies with matched funding ($10K to $50K) and access to research teams and infrastructure.?
> XPRIZE -?Active Competitions
Applications open.
Global competitions designed to drive widespread change including quantum, healthy ageing, desalination, wildfires, carbon removal and rainforest ecosystems.
Read, Watch, Listen
?? David Siegel of no-code platform Glide shares how to design a better mobile app.
?? Will robots save or destroy us? Malcolm Turnbull and Palmer Luckey discuss how AI is reshaping defence.
?? Check out CSIRO's report on Australia's material use and circular rate and learn how we can uplift our waste efficiency.
Coordinator, Pre-Startup Programs
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