Study Melbourne Future Founders Festival 2024

Study Melbourne Future Founders Festival 2024

Explore opportunities, learn about entrepreneurship and make new connections at the Future Founders Festival.

By StartSpace powered by State Library Victoria

Date and time

Fri, 22 Nov 2024 10:00 AM - 9:00 PM AEDT

Location

State Library Victoria

328 Swanston Street Melbourne, VIC 3000 Australia

About this event

  • Event lasts 11 hours

Creativity Sparks Innovation


In a world where the boundaries of what’s possible are continually expanding, creativity is the spark that leads to new discoveries and breakthroughs.

Join us at the Study Melbourne Future Founders Festival , brought to you by Study Melbourne and StartSpace where we will explore the theme ‘Creativity Sparks Innovation’ and bring together brilliant minds, daring thinkers, and visionary creators who are shaping the future with their personal stories and learnings.

The Festival includes a full day and evening of programming where you will be surrounded by international students, aspiring founders and members of the startup and small business ecosystem.


Book your free ticket and immerse yourself in opportunities to:

  • be inspired by the stories and journeys of our guest speakers including international student, migrant and local founders.
  • discover the latest in the startup ecosystem and support available for you
  • gain practical career advice and founder insights
  • expand your network and celebrate with students, founders and leaders across the startup community
  • watch the Study Melbourne Future Founders Pitch Competition Live Final
  • celebrate at the festival party and network in the stunning Ian Potter Queens Hall at State Library Victoria
  • find inspiration for getting creative with your ideas and advancing your career


For the full program and speakers list please visit the Future Founders Festival website.


Whether you’re a student, aspiring founder or simply someone passionate about making a difference, the festival is a great place to connect, learn and celebrate.


About Tickets

The full day and evening program of the festival is FREE to attend. There are two ticket types available, and you are welcome to join us for as many sessions as you like across the day, or the evening or both!


Day ticket: 10:00am - 4:30pm

Gives you access to the full day of festival sessions from 10:00am to 4:30pm, including:

  • a keynote speech
  • four panel sessions
  • an interactive workshop you don’t want to miss
  • buffet lunch, tea, coffee and other light refreshments provided through the day


Evening ticket: 5:00pm - 9:00pm

Gives you access to the full evening event at the festival from 5:00pm to 9.00pm, including:

  • a founder keynote speech
  • the live Study Melbourne Future Founders Pitch Competition final
  • networking and celebrations in the Ian Potters Queens Hall
  • food, drinks, and DJ for the party!

For the full program and speakers list please visit the Future Founders Festival website.


Study Melbourne Future Founders Pitch Competition with a chance to win up to $5,000 AUD in prize money!

The Pitch Competition is open to current and former international students working on an idea for a new business or venture. Applications are open 1 October - 23 October and the selected finalists will pitch their idea live during the live final of the Pitch Competition in the evening of the festival, with a chance to win up to $5,000 AUD in prize money!

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StartSpace is a startup community for people just like you, who have an idea or the very beginnings of a business. StartSpace is at State Library Victoria in the heart of Melbourne. Whatever your idea, we’re here to help you make it happen. Learn more and join the community at startspacehq.com

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