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A Night of Innovation
With new ideas and creations propelling us faster forward into the future - now is the time to showcase the innovations we have right here in WA!
Our purpose is to:
Showcase innovation and ideas from the brightest hearts and minds of WA innovators
The evening, held twice a year in partnership with WA Museum and Startup WA shares enlightening talks from unicorn founders, a series of dynamic speed pitches and a tactile experience in the showcase alley from WA start-ups.
Join Us for the Next Wave of Innovation!
Be a part of the momentum that’s driving change and shaping the future. Our next innovation showcase promises to be even more exhilarating, with groundbreaking ideas, visionary creators, and endless opportunities to connect and collaborate. Reserve your spot or become a sponsor and support a community that’s passionate about turning possibilities into realities.
ALCHEMY | May 2024
Our Innovation Showcase on 15th May 2024 at Hackett Hall was a dynamic event showcasing ten innovative startups, each delivering 4-minute pitches. Speaker Jan Haak inspired the crowd, while MC Clint Browning kept the energy high. Judges Matt Vitale, Natasha Prévot, and Dr. Marcus Tan evaluated the pitches.
Emma of Twisted won the People's Choice for her device using electromagnetic radiation for efficient chiral purification. Abhinav Bijavara Nagaraj of Edible Cutlery won the Judges' Choice for his sustainable, edible cutlery.
The interactive evening allowed attendees to vote for their favorites, network, and meet the minds behind these ventures. Special thanks to our partners: Startup WA, Startup News, So Perth, and Boola Bardip - WA Museum, for their support.
BREAKTHROUGH | September 2023
Over 150 people gathered to hear 14 innovative pitches at our Pitch Night. The event featured insightful discussions led by Dr. Josephine Muir and a panel including Jennifer McMahon, Joshua J. Morley, and Ming Johanson.
Rick Ferdinands of Hey Sister, offering natural pain relief for women, won the Judge’s Choice Award, while Sarah Yates from Our Ruby Girl, a café driving change in disability employment through its Kula Foundation, received the People’s Choice Award.
The event showcased a range of promising ideas, from tech innovations to social enterprises, and provided a platform for networking and future growth.
NET POSITIVE | March 2023
Our March night of innovation centered around what it means to be a net positive business. Solving some of the world’s greatest problems, grounded in the blueprint which brings social, environmental, economic and commercial outcomes together in harmony.
The fast-paced evening also included two impactful keynotes, adding further inspiration to an already energizing lineup. This gathering not only displayed a wide range of groundbreaking ideas but also provided a platform for future collaboration and growth within the vibrant WA innovation ecosystem.
A NIGHT OF INNOVATION | September 2022
From humble beginnings, our September showcased 18 dynamic pitches, attracting 97 attendees. Innovations showcased spanned biotech, digital media, sustainable technologies, and marine technology, with innovators from Omni Biotech, Biotome, VooGlue, and Electro Nautic.
Special thanks to Steve Carroll for assembling a diverse group of innovators, Shil Shanghavi for his engaging MC skills that added a vibrant energy to the evening, and Neal Cross for leading an entertaining Q&A session with our top four innovators.
This event showcased the potential and diversity of the local startup ecosystem, setting a strong foundation for future entrepreneurial endeavors.
The Pitch List
September 2022
Omni Biotech
OneBase
Matilda
Openspace
Grow Impact
Envited
VooGlue
Biotome
Gene:S
Ginger Imagery
Ions Clean Air
20Talk
Ascend Labs
Climate Clever
Avion Jackets
Foundat
It is Actually
Electro Nautic
March 2023
Play active
Conifr
The Social Kit
Strength Crates
The Pack Music Cooperative
VooGlue
BeYourBeautiful
Exodus Space Systems
HoverIT
Eden Towers
Software For You
Kuzma Self Playing Guitars
Kuzma U-can
AntiBeauty
AsparGo
Eikonic
The Healthy Skin App
GLOW: Global Life on Water
Triphasic
LUDDI
September 2023
Konfidence AI
Personr
SYNC
Conjure
Nitronic
Enclume
CyberSecureGames
Stella Athlete
Over 3 Oceans
EnjoyYourMine
Electro Nautic
C1N1
Hey Sister
Our Ruby Girl (The Kula Foundation)
May 2024
Matilda. Digital Endometriosis Care
Smarter Control
Health and Spice
Smart Dealer Poker
WaveX: Wave Powered Generators
Tempo
Edible Cutlery
Vertek
Concha
Twisted