The General category is open to founders in any industry sector who are developing innovative new products, services, or business models that can compete in global markets. Designed for startups with the potential for high growth, participants take on a tailored six-month acceleration program which includes a $10,000 equity-free stipend and retention of all intellectual property.
The Space category, supported by the State Government's Space Innovation Fund, is the state's first acceleration program designed specifically for startups who are developing new services or products for the space industry. The six-month program gives founders customised support and tools to plan and successfully build a scalable and investment-ready business, including a $10,000 AUD equity-free stipend and retention of all intellectual property.
Katie Gloede
Venture Catalyst Social Enterprise participant,
Sport Tech Learn
Katie Gloede completed the Venture Catalyst Social Enterprise category in 2018 with her startup Sport Tech Learn, a platform to engage students using an integrated curriculum to gain confidence and skills in STEM.
