Spark Foundation launches to represent Australian startups
Spark Foundation launches at Spark Festival as a registered charity to provide permanent advocacy for Australian startups.
The Spark Foundation launches at Spark Festival in NSW, starting September 21. Over 100 free sessions bring together founders, venture capitalists, policymakers, and investors.
The foundation aims to improve talks between startups, government, and investors. Former innovation minister Arthur Sinodinos and Ranya Alkadamani, who was press secretary to former PM Kevin Rudd, will discuss how Australia's startup-government ties differ from the US and other major innovation hubs.
- September 21
- Festival starts
- Tech Central and NSW
- Location
- Over 100
- Free sessions
- Harry Godber
- Foundation CEO
Why it mattersA dedicated charity gives Australian startups real input on policy decisions that shape their growth and chances to compete.
AustraliaAustralian founders gain their first permanent advocacy body for national policy; could influence regulation on funding, employment law, and innovation incentives.
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