Events

Cheese and chats at The Atrium: Ideas Anonymous open mic pitch night

27 July 2023 5:00pm7:00pm
Don't miss Ideas Anonymous, an open mic pitch night where participants share their wildest ideas in 30 seconds and find potential collaborators. Celebrate creativity and unleash your wildest concepts, whether they're ground-breaking inventions, social change initiatives or artistic endeavours. Engage in discussions, offer feedback and explore partnerships to bring ideas to life.
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Industry Challenge - Information Session (In-person)

27 July 2023 1:00pm2:00pm
Use your entrepreneurial skills to help ensure every Queenslander has a home. This year's challenge focuses on the complex issue of housing in Queensland as well as the problems and opportunities surrounding Australia's housing crisis. Join this information session to learn more about this year's Industry Challenge and meet other students.

Tel Aviv Startup AdVenture - Information Session

27 July 2023 11:00am12:00pm
Startup AdVentures are global experiences specialising in entrepreneurship and innovation on the international stage. Connect with industry and learn first-hand how a real startup operates. Register for the Tel Aviv Startup AdVenture information session and find out more about how you can get involved.
Falling Walls Lab

Falling Walls Lab Brisbane - Pitch Event

27 July 2023 10:00am1:00pm
The top applicants for Falling Walls Lab Brisbane will be given the opportunity to participate in a pitch competition and present their work to peers, an expert panel from academia and business, and the general public. Register today to attend.

Ventures Open House

27 July 2023 10:00am2:00pm
Have a look inside the Ventures space, where we make your ideas reality! We are opening our doors to the community to give everyone a chance to drop in, meet our amazing team and see where the magic happens. You'll have the chance to hear from Ventures students, learn about our programs, and explore how new skills can help you build your future. Drop by between 10am-2pm 27 July.
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Industry Challenge - Information Session (Online)

20 July 2023 10:00am11:00am
Use your entrepreneurial skills to help ensure every Queenslander has a home. This year's challenge focuses on the complex issue of housing in Queensland as well as the problems and opportunities surrounding Australia's housing crisis. Join this information session to learn more about this year's Industry Challenge and meet other students.
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Empower Women's Accelerator application tips

19 July 2023 2:00pm3:00pm
Join this session to get in-depth application tips for Empower Women's Accelerator and hear from previous ilab Accelerator women founders on their experiences in applying and participating in the program. Staff will also be available to answer any further questions you may have before the application date.
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Breakfast with Angels

12 July 2023 7:30am9:30am
UQ Ventures is hosting it's monthly Breakfast with Angels. Meet with local Angel Loop Investors for breakfast at UQ's new venue, 308 Queen Street, and get feedback on your startup or learn about investing.
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Get ready for Empower Women's Accelerator

5 July 2023 11:00am12:00pm
Are you a woman founder with an early-stage startup? Do you want to be part of UQ's first Empower Women's Accelerator? Join this information session to learn more about the Empower Women's Accelerator program, how to apply, and get answers to your questions.

Qualified Early-Stage Investor Course

Cancelled
22 June 2023 9:00am23 June 2023 5:00pm
Early-stage investment is a critical part of the commercialisation and a powerful source of financing for high growth companies. This workshop will present potential investors with case studies, expert presentations and facilitated discussions designed to help you learn how to successfully identify, evaluate and manage your own personal early-stage investment portfolio.
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LeadHers Staff Day

21 June 2023 8:30am1:00pm
Are you looking to grow your leadership capabilities? The Ventures LeadHers Staff Day seeks to support emerging women leaders in the university to reach their potential. Open to all staff at UQ.
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Breakfast with Angels

14 June 2023 7:30am9:30am
UQ Ventures is hosting it's monthly Breakfast with Angels. Meet with local Angel Loop Investors for breakfast at UQ's new venue, 308 Queen Street, and get feedback on your startup or learn about investing.
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Coffee and Chat

2 June 2023 10:00am11:30am
Want to chat to a Ventures staff member? Need advice on your new idea? Drop by for a coffee on us each Friday between 10-11:30am in Semester 1. These drop-in sessions are available to any student wanting to find out more about our programs, support, and much more.
Student having coffee with a Staff member

Coffee and Chat

26 May 2023 10:00am11:30am
Want to chat to a Ventures staff member? Need advice on your new idea? Drop by for a coffee on us each Friday between 10-11:30am in Semester 1. These drop-in sessions are available to any student wanting to find out more about our programs, support, and much more.
Ventures Uncut

Uncut: Lessons from failure

25 May 2023 6:00pm9:00pm
Our guest speakers will share their stories of failure including the lessons they learned and how their failures ultimately led to success. Join us for an evening of uncensored discussions, catering, and networking.
Student having coffee with a Staff member

Coffee and Chat

19 May 2023 10:00am11:30am
Want to chat to a Ventures staff member? Need advice on your new idea? Drop by for a coffee on us each Friday between 10-11:30am in Semester 1. These drop-in sessions are available to any student wanting to find out more about our programs, support, and much more.
Student pitching at Ventures Validate

Validate Pitch Finals

17 May 2023 4:00pm6:30pm
Join us to watch the latest Ventures Validate cohort pitch for a share in $10,000 in cash prizes. These early-stage founders have spent the past 10-weeks developing and validating their startups into sustainable businesses.
Student having coffee with a Staff member

Coffee and Chat

12 May 2023 10:00am11:30am
Want to chat to a Ventures staff member? Need advice on your new idea? Drop by for a coffee on us each Friday between 10-11:30am in Semester 1. These drop-in sessions are available to any student wanting to find out more about our programs, support, and much more.
Breakfast with Angels

Breakfast with Angels

Cancelled
10 May 2023 7:30am9:30am
UQ Ventures is hosting it's monthly Breakfast with Angels. Meet with local Angel Loop Investors for breakfast at UQ's new venue, 308 Queen Street, and get feedback on your startup or learn about investing.
Student having coffee with a Staff member

Coffee and Chat

5 May 2023 10:00am11:30am
Want to chat to a Ventures staff member? Need advice on your new idea? Drop by for a coffee on us each Friday between 10-11:30am in Semester 1. These drop-in sessions are available to any student wanting to find out more about our programs, support, and much more.
Student having coffee with a Staff member

Coffee and Chat

28 April 2023 10:00am11:30am
Want to chat to a Ventures staff member? Need advice on your new idea? Drop by for a coffee on us each Friday between 10-11:30am in Semester 1. These drop-in sessions are available to any student wanting to find out more about our programs, support, and much more.
UQIES Innovation Challenge

UQIES Sustainability Innovation Challenge 2023

21 April 2023 6:00pm23 April 2023 6:00pm
Join the UQIES Sustainability Innovation Challenge to discover the most innovative university students in Queensland who are passionate about the environment. Open to all university students.
Student having coffee with a Staff member

Coffee and Chat

21 April 2023 10:00am11:30am
Want to chat to a Ventures staff member? Need advice on your new idea? Drop by for a coffee on us each Friday between 10-11:30am in Semester 1. These drop-in sessions are available to any student wanting to find out more about our programs, support, and much more.
Qualified Early-Stage Investor Course

Qualified Early-Stage Investor Course

20 April 2023 9:00am21 April 2023 5:00pm
Early-stage investment is a critical part of the commercialisation and a powerful source of financing for high growth companies.
Student having coffee with a Staff member

Coffee and Chat

14 April 2023 10:00am11:30am
Want to chat to a Ventures staff member? Need advice on your new idea? Drop by for a coffee on us each Friday between 10-11:30am in Semester 1. These drop-in sessions are available to any student wanting to find out more about our programs, support, and much more.

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