QLD Innovation Roundtable - Can the Fortitude Valley become the new Silicon Valley? The economic benefits of investing in home grown innovation. Invite Only
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Venue Location TechnologyOne HQ
540 Wickham Street, Fortitude Valley QLD 4006
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Event Details Queensland Innovation Roundtable: Can the Fortitude Valley Become the Next Silicon Valley?
Join ministers, policymakers and industry at a roundtable to discuss the essential collaboration between government and industry to foster Queensland-grown innovation, drive economic growth, and cultivate local intellectual property.
The roundtable will cover:
How investing in local innovation can bolster industries and create jobs. The link between local procurement practices and the stimulation of innovation. Strategies to protect local technology, a cornerstone of a modern, balanced economy. Policy strategies to enhance local procurement, nurture homegrown innovation, and maximise Australian technological capabilities in the lead-up to the Brisbane 2032 Olympics.
Date: Monday 26 August 2024
Time: 11.30am - 1.30pm (registration and buffet lunch on arrival from 11.30am)
Location: Level 4, TechnologyOne HQ, 540 Wickham Street, Fortitude Valley QLD 4006 (map )
Speakers
David Forman Director - Federal Government Relations of TechnologyOne
David Forman Director - Federal Government Relations of TechnologyOne TechnologyOne is an ASX100 homegrown software business operating through the ANZ and Pacific region and the UK, where David is responsible for engagement with policy makers and guiding the business’s research program.
Melanie Kelly Director of Insight Economics Melanie Kelly has extensive experience in public policy and economics consulting. Her career began at a boutique consultancy (the Allen Consulting Group) before launching a start-up firm, Insight Economics, as a Company Director with four co-investors. The venture was successful, and in 2007, the company was acquired by Deloitte Australia.
Damian Kassabgi CEO of Tech Council
Damian Kassabgi CEO of Tech Council Damian joins the TCA having previously held senior leadership roles at Afterpay, Uber and Google. He also brings extensive experience from the public sector, having held leadership roles in the offices of two Prime Ministers: Kevin Rudd and Julia Gillard.
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