Start the year with us at the first Innovators Lunch of 2025! Join us on Friday, 14 February, at the University of Newcastle’s cutting-edge Q Building to explore the exciting intersection of innovation and investment in the global defence sector.
https://events.humanitix.com/innovators-lunch-or-hunter-region-defence-innovation-and-investment
Don’t miss this opportunity to connect, learn, and lead the conversation on the future of defence innovation.
Event Overview:
A distinguished panel of defence sector experts and investor specialists will share insights on supporting the global defence industry, with a focus on Australia’s Hunter Region. Learn about the commercial risks and opportunities for businesses looking to innovate or diversify their products and services into this critical sector.
This event is tailored for:
- Innovators, entrepreneurs, and intrapreneurs
- Corporate leaders and investors
- Defence-curious individuals
Moderator: Bret Barton (Hunter iF, Hunter Defence)
Panellists:
- Alex Shapilsky – Head of Space & Defence, Cicada Innovations
- Tarrant Fuller – Executive from 3ME Technology, pioneers in zero-emissions electric system
- Georgia Weaver – Operations and Product Development Wild Yeast Zoo
- Tim Owen AM JP – Chair, Hunter Defence Taskforce
The Innovators Lunch is $30 for non-members and free for Hunter iF Members.
Light refreshments will be provided. Don’t miss this chance to connect with industry leaders.