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Startup Vic is Australia’s largest network for entrepreneurs, with over 60,000 people in the community! We are a non-Government, not for profit entity.

Learn more about Startup Vic: https://linktr.ee/StartupVic

31/10/2025

From lab coats to launchpads: how do breakthrough ideas become thriving startups?🔬🚀

Join us for Founder Connect x CSIRO: From Lab to Launch, an evening exploring how researchers, founders, and innovators are bridging the gap between research and real-world impact.

Together with the CSIRO ON Innovation Program, we’ll unpack what it takes to turn science into scalable ventures, from collaboration models and funding pathways to inclusive innovation and commercialisation success stories.

🎤 Meet the Speakers:
- Ella Casale – Chief Operating Officer, Elemental Therapeutics & Project Manager, McDevitt Laboratory, University of Melbourne
- Jodie Granger – Chief Executive Officer, Healthcare Innovated
- Megan Nagarajah – Innovation Manager, Murdoch Children’s Research Institute (MCRI)
- Olga Hogan – Senior Director, Pre-Seed and University Innovation Platform, Breakthrough Victoria
- Sherman M. – Multidisciplinary Growth Strategist, Advisor, Mentor & Board Member, CSIRO
- Nick Rakis – CEO & Founder, Accelio (Moderator)

📅 Thursday, 6 November 2025
🕕 6:00 PM - 8:30 PM AEDT
📍 The Commons QV

If you’re a founder, researcher, or ecosystem supporter passionate about deep tech and innovation, this event is for you. Don’t miss one of the last big ecosystem events before the holidays!

👉 Secure your spot now - see comment section for the ticket link or send us a message📩

17/06/2025

🌱 ClimateTech & AgTech Pitch Night on June 24, Tuesday 🚀

📍 The Commons, Gipps St, Collingwood
🕕 6:00 PM to 8:30 PM AEST

Ready to discover the startups tackling climate and agricultural challenges head-on? Join The Startup Network for our signature Pitch Night, this time spotlighting the innovators shaping a greener, smarter future through ClimateTech and AgTech.

👥 Network with a vibrant community of founders, investors, and operators
🌿 Support 4 early-stage startups solving real-world problems
🏆 Cast your vote for the night’s top pitch

Expect an evening of ideas, energy, and inspiration! Whether you’re an investor looking for the next big thing, a founder building in the space, or just passionate about sustainability and food systems.

Keep posted for the announcement of Judges & Finalists who will be gracing our stage for another amazing Pitch Night✨

🎟 Seats are limited! Send us a DM 📩 to join this event or click the link in our bio👆🏻

05/06/2025

🌱🚨 Hey climate champions, agtech innovators & sustainability founders! 🚨🌾

Are you building a game-changing solution in Climate Tech or AgTech? This is your moment to shine on one of Melbourne’s most impactful stages! 🌍⚡

🎤 Climate Tech & AgTech Pitch Night is happening June 24th at The Commons Gipps Street, Collingwood — and applications to pitch are still OPEN!

What to expect:
🌟 Rub shoulders with investors, founders, operators & ecosystem leaders
🌟 Watch 4 visionary startups pitch bold solutions tackling climate & ag challenges
🌟 Cast your vote for the crowd favourite
🌟 Be part of a night packed with purpose, innovation & powerful conversations

📝 Pitch applications close June 6 (Friday). Apply now and take the stage to showcase your mission-driven startup — SEND US A MESSAGE IF YOU WANT TO SIGN UP✍🏼✨

📅 Event Timeline:
🟢 June 6, 2025: Applications close
🟡 June 9, 2025: Shortlisted applicants announced
🔵 June 19, 2025: Pitch training
🟣 June 20, 2025: Finalists announced
🎤 June 24, 2025: Pitch Night!

🎟️ Not pitching? Come along to connect, cheer, and be inspired by the future of climate and ag innovation — CLICK THE LINK IN OUR BIO TO JOIN OUR EVENTS or SEND US A MESSAGE NOW📩

Know someone who should be on that stage? Tag them below 👇

28/05/2025

Last night, we had the privilege of hosting the AI, Advanced Tech & Web3 Pitch Night at The Commons Gipps St, and what a night it was!⚡️

We witnessed an incredible showcase of emerging technology, bold ideas, and future-focused founders pushing the boundaries of what’s possible.

Congratulations to Elena Tsalanidis from Deeligence who took out both the People’s Choice and the Overall Winner as the judges selection, unanimously.🎊 A well-deserved win indeed🏅✨

We were also thrilled to have Judy Anderson-Firth return to the stage, 3 years after running her last pitch night! We also had our fellow board member Doug English join the stage and share his journey as a founder and community member of The Startup Network.

A huge congratulations to our visionary founders who took the stage and delivered standout pitches:
🌟 Elena Tsalanidis – Deeligence
🌟 Joni Pirovich – Crypto Co Counsel: Crystal
🌟 Scott Anderson – Floats
🌟 Dan Borthwick – NiceGit

A massive thank you to our brilliant panel of judges who brought deep insight, challenging questions, and thoughtful feedback:
🔹 Quan Pham – Founder of PI.EXCHANGE
🔹 Sudarshan Ramachandran – Country Manager at NVIDIA
🔹 Raaj Rayat – Investment Manager at Airtree
🔹 Nadine ‘Noodles’ Groves MAICD – Co-Founder of Natural Velocity

Thanks to everyone who joined us to support these next-gen founders — whether you’re in AI, Web3 or just curious about what’s coming next, this community is building something special. 🙌

Stay tuned for more events, and join us for the Pitch Night on Climate Tech here:
https://www.eventbrite.com.au/e/climatetech-agtech-pitch-night-tickets-1088682250919?ut[…]discovery&utm-term=listing&utm-source=cp&aff=ebdsshcopyurl

Also, TSN members get free and discounted tickets! Join now:
https: https://thestartupnetwork.com.au/membership

Here’s to the future. 🚀

26/05/2025

✨ TOMORROW (MAY 27): AI Pitch Night 2025 is here! ✨

Founders, investors, tech lovers — don’t miss this electric night of big ideas, bold pitches, and future-shaping innovation. 🚀

📍 May 27 | 6PM | The Commons Gipps Street
👀 Watch 4 visionary AI startups pitch live
🤝 Connect with VCs, founders, and the tech community
🎉 Be part of Melbourne’s most exciting startup night

⚡ Limited spots left — grab your ticket now! Sen us a DM for inquiries or click the link in our bio to join our events!

14/05/2025

Last night’s Founder Connect: May Edition was filled with energy, ideas, and an incredible community of founders and future builders. ✨

A huge thank you to our guest speaker, Ranjana Thanvi, MAICD, Founder & CEO of Memorres, who delivered a powerful and practical workshop on how to build a product that actually solves problems. Her insights on human-centred innovation, product-market fit, and startup strategy were 🔥 and the take-home handbook was a hit!

From the Q&A to the post-event chats, it was a brilliant evening of learning and connection. 🚀

Thanks to QV for hosting us and to everyone who came along — we love creating spaces where founders can grow together. 💡🤝

07/05/2025

🚀 Excited for Founder Connect: May Edition!🚀

Join us on May 13, 2025 at The Commons QV, Melbourne for an evening of insights, inspiration, and networking with the startup community. We’re thrilled to feature Ranjana Thanvi, MAICD — Founder & CEO of Memorres, Google Women TechMakers Ambassador, and innovation leader—sharing her powerful journey and practical strategies for sustainable growth in tech.

💬 Don’t miss this opportunity to connect, learn, and grow with fellow founders, entrepreneurs, and changemakers!

Date: May 13th, 2025 (Tuesday)
Time: 6:00 PM - 8:30 PM AEST
Venue: The Commons QV, Melbourne

🎟️ CLICK THE LINK IN BIO TO JOIN OUR EVENTS✨

05/05/2025

🚀 Researcher Founders: Ready to Raise Capital?🚀

Join us on the 27th of May 2025 (Tuesday) at 1:00 PM AEST for an exclusive FREE Webinar presented by The Startup Network and powered by CSIRO’s ON Innovation Program.

Learn how to navigate venture capital, equity, and funding challenges in the deep-tech space with insights from Grace Bird, Head of Atmosphere at Main Sequence.

🔍 Gain clarity. 💬 Ask questions. 📈 Build smarter.

RSVP now — your next funding breakthrough starts here.
🔗JOIN OUR EVENT BY CLICKING OUR LINK IN BIO

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05/02/2025

💡 AI innovation thrives when startups and ecosystems connect.

In the rapidly evolving APAC region, Sydney stands out as a hub for AI growth. With ’s global expertise and The Startup Network’s thriving community, the city is leading the charge in scaling AI solutions through collaborative ecosystems.

🌟 Be part of this momentum on February 6 at our exclusive AI networking event!

📅 Date: February 6, 2025
📍 Location: , George Street, Sydney
⏰ Time: 6 PM

Here’s what’s in store:
-Insights from Arun Ramprasad of Equinix on building scalable AI infrastructure.
-Real-world stories from startups leading the AI revolution.
-Networking opportunities with like-minded founders, investors, and tech leaders.

🎟️ Reserve your ticket today via the link in the bio

12/04/2024

Today we were thrilled to host ‘Marketing Your Brand Voice’ with the marketing masterminds behind the 🎉 We wanted to share a big thank you to .socialclimber and for their expertise as well as our community for coming along! Check out the link the bio for more events!

05/04/2024

It’s not everyday two of the UK’s biggest Marketing Masterminds are in town .. but next Friday we have the opportunity to chat to them both! And you can be there too!!

Join us for an insightful fireside chat with Grace Andrews and Grace Miller, the marketing genius behind the acclaimed The Diary Of A CEO podcast.

In this exclusive event, they will share their expertise on growing and leveraging founder personalities, as well as explore the nuanced relationship between a founder’s personal brand and the company’s social media presence.

Grace Andrews and Grace Miller understand the delicate balance required to navigate the ever-evolving world of social media and personal branding. They will delve into their proven strategies for building authentic, engaging founder profiles that captivate audiences and drive business growth.

Link for tickets is in the bio, see you next Friday!

18/03/2024

48 HOURS RIGHT GO! If you want to be saying these exact words, why not join cohort #2 of Law & Startup Order, starting this Wednesday!

Our micro program on startup law with our pals at ensures founders like you feel empowered to run your startup like a pro, and at the very least, have ticked off all your legal obligations ✅

Picture this: you can join a super friendly, live & intimate cohort of founders just like you that will save you thousands of dollars and months of time. Not bad hey?

So come and see how you can set yourself up for long term success with exercises to explore what different funding instruments and structures mean for you, step by step guidance on negotiation techniques and advice on when its right to bring in a lawyer.

Final tickets at link in bio!

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