Kick off Something Fest week with SomethingQ, a big-picture conversation on the future of science and innovation in Queensland.

 

Presented by our collaborative partner, the Queensland Government, SomethingQ will bring together leaders from across government, industry, research and the startup community to explore what it takes to turn ideas into impact.

 

The afternoon will look ahead to what’s on the state’s science and innovation horizon, before examining the path from idea to commercialisation and genuine adoption. Through rapid-fire presentations attendees will hear about support and opportunities across government and build a shared picture of bold ambitions from across Queensland’s regions. The day will close with an Ecosystem Mixer, an informal opportunity to continue the conversation and build new connections.

 

Secure your spot now to connect with the people shaping Queensland’s science and innovation future.

Event Details

Date: Monday August 24

Location: The Precinct, Level 2, 315 Brunswick Street, Fortitude Valley

Time: 2pm to 6pm 

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Event Program

1.45pmRegistration open
2.05-2.20pm

Looking Ahead: An Outlook on Science and Innovation in Queensland

A peek into what’s on the state’s horizon for science and innovation.

2.20-3.05pm

Commercialisation Panel: From Idea to Adoption

Great ideas don’t automatically become great outcomes. This panel brings
together industry, government, and investment leaders to unpack what it
takes to move an innovation from concept to commercial reality, and
genuine adoption. We’ll dig into the barriers, from funding and
procurement to building the capability to sustain what we create.

3.05-3.50pm

Direct Line: Support, Opportunities and Partnerships

Hear directly from government and industry on what’s in the pipeline and
what support and expertise is available for the ecosystem.

3.50-4.30pm

Driving Impact Across the Regions

15 Regional Enablers, 60 seconds each, sharing one bold goal. Watch the
goal wall build live as pitch after pitch reveals where this ecosystem is
headed, region by region, theme by theme

4.30-6.00pm

Ecosystem Mixer

An informal networking session with light refreshments. Keep the
conversation going. Your most valuable connection of the day could still be
ahead.

 

Mentoring for Growth

Register for a 45-minute mentoring session to talk to a mentor about challenges and opportunities in your business. Experienced M4G mentors can assist you with anything related to your business.

 

The Queensland Government’s Mentoring for Growth (M4G) program offers free and confidential mentoring sessions where you are matched with business experts to help you understand business processes, talk through a problem in your business or identify business growth opportunities. We have multiple sessions available. Once you register your interest, the team will contact you to schedule an available time for your business. 

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Sustainability and impact will always be at the core of what we do and we hold ourselves to the highest global standard