WSU Launch Pad – January 2020 Newsletter |
Hello and Happy New Year, we hope you had an enjoyable and safe break over the festive season. This year is going to be a really exciting one for Launch Pad. We’ll be running multiple programs over the next 12 months and planning for our new home at the Parramatta Engineering Innovation Hub in 2021.
Our focus will be to further build out the support for Western Sydney startup businesses and to support their expansion into global markets. If you are passionate about helping Australian startups grow locally and expand internationally, or know anyone who can help, please get involved. |
Urban Futures Accelerator Program ? |
Application are Now Open for Landcom “Urban Futures” Accelerator delivered in partnership with Western Sydney University’s Launch Pad Technology Business Incubator.
Starting in March 2019, the Accelerator will seed and grow innovation within the property development industry in support of Landcom and the University’s strategic priorities and aspirations for enhanced urban living in Western Sydney, NSW and Australia.
The accelerator will leverage the rapid growth of the Western Sydney region and the property development ecosystem across Landcom, the University and their range of partners to promote innovation in urban living design and development. Start-ups will have the opportunity to pitch their ideas for products and services for current major property development projects that are seeking new and innovative solutions. |
NSW-India Advanced Manufacturing Trade Mission ? |
In collaboration with the NSW Government, Western Sydney University’s Launch Pad Technology Business Incubator is launching the NSW–India Advanced Manufacturing Trade Mission, taking up to eight advanced manufacturing SMEs and start-ups from NSW to India in April 2020. About the program The Advanced Manufacturing Trade Mission is part of a broader $1.58 million NSW-India Technology Exchange Program; an initiative designed for SMEs and start-ups to help grow their business in India. The program helps promote collaboration across borders, enables knowledge sharing and market insights while also providing a framework to link NSW and Indian R&D with business, to drive commercialisation and facilitate new partnerships. Participants will meet with potential clients, partners and gain valuable experience and immersion into the Indian advanced manufacturing market, equipping them with the knowledge and tools to launch their products in one of the world’s fastest growing economies. |
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Launch Pad & Startup Spotlight ? |
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Western Sydney University News ? |
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Upcoming News & Events ?️
Healthcare Cloud Technologies & The Impact Of AWS AWS Office | 6th February, 6:00 pm – 9:00 pm | Free
Accelerating Commercialisation Information Session Sydney AusIndustry Offices |13th February, 10:30 am – 12:00 pm | Free
future-proofing Australian manufacturing SMEs in Liverpool Liverpool City Council | 18th February, 7:30am-11:00am | Free
Free HR Workshop for Employers Rydges Parramatta | 20th February, 8:30 am – 10:30 am | Free
Harnessing Solar Energy To Power Our Planet Parliament of New South Wales | 26th February, 7:30 am – 9:30 am | Free
Introduction to Exporting Workshop Cumberland Council Merrylands | 12 March 10:00am-12:00pm | Free
Women in Leadership – Western Sydney Bankstown Sports Club | 23 March 6:00pm-8:00pm | $20
future-proofing Australian manufacturing SMEs in Campbelltown Wests Leagues Club Gardenia Room | 31at March, 7:30am-11:00am | Free |
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Partner Shoutout & Helpful Resources ?
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Tech News Around The World ? |
Just incase you missed it, here’s some news from around the globe.
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I hope you enjoyed this newsletter. See you again next month! |