Innovate for Impact event empowers Illawarra entrepreneurs

Local businesses and organisations come together to drive innovation and growth

The Illawarra Mercury is proud to announce the Innovate for Impact event, taking place on September 18, 2024. This exciting event will bring together local businesses, organisations, and entrepreneurs to celebrate innovation and drive economic growth in the Illawarra region.

The Innovate for Impact event will feature a range of inspiring speakers, interactive workshops, and networking opportunities. Attendees will have the opportunity to learn from industry experts, connect with potential partners, and discover new ideas to drive innovation within their own organisations.

One of the highlights of the Innovate for Impact event will be the keynote address by Dr. Alan Finkel, Australia's Chief Scientist. Dr. Finkel is a world-renowned scientist and engineer who has played a leading role in shaping Australia's innovation agenda.

In addition to Dr. Finkel's keynote address, the Innovate for Impact event will feature a range of other speakers, including:

• Professor Veena Sahajwalla, Director of the Centre for Sustainable Materials Research and Technology (SMaRT) at the University of New South Wales
• Mr. Bill Ferris, CEO of the Illawarra Business Chamber
• Mr. Paul Scully, CEO of the Illawarra Shoalhaven Joint Organisation

The Innovate for Impact event will also feature a range of interactive workshops, designed to help attendees develop their innovation skills and knowledge. These workshops will cover a range of topics, including:

• Design thinking
• Agile innovation
• Commercialisation of innovation

The Innovate for Impact event is a must-attend event for anyone interested in driving innovation and growth in the Illawarra region. Tickets are on sale now and can be purchased from the Illawarra Mercury website.

Don't miss out on this exciting opportunity to learn from industry experts, connect with potential partners, and discover new ideas to drive innovation within your organisation.

For more information about the Innovate for Impact event, please visit the Illawarra Mercury website.

We look forward to seeing you there!