Innovator programs to kick off 2025!
2025 is here, providing new opportunity to turn your entrepreneurial ideas into reality. CSIRO and the Macquarie University Incubator currently have some exciting opportunities designed to help innovators scale up their ideas.
GAP BLITZ Program: Fast-Track Your Growth
For businesses in engineering, science, or technology, the GAP BLITZ Program is the perfect launchpad. Over 12 weeks, from 24 February to 13 May 2025, this dynamic program will help you refine your pitch, get expert guidance, and connect with investors.
What’s Included:
Online kick off and orientation: 90 min online session Monday 24 February 2025 (online) from 4:30pm - 6pm.
In-person workshop at CSIRO Lindfield: 2 x full days in person at CSIRO Lindfield (25-26 Feb 2025).
1-hour online session with a coach to prepare video pitches (a time of your choosing between 27 - 28 Feb 2025).
Online Coaching sessions (60 min once a fortnight): you will be able to schedule at a time that works for you (managed through TidyCal) which commences 3 March 2025 and continues once a fortnight until 2 May 2025.
Mid-program immersion: During week 5 of the program – half a day in person workshop at CSIRO Lindfield to deep dive into pitching.
Online cohort-based learning (2 hrs once a fortnight): Scheduled on Tuesdays from 11am – 1pm from 11 March 2025 and continues once a fortnight until 6 May.
Showcase & Expo in person in Sydney CBD (venue TBC) Tuesday 13 May 2025 from 3pm – 7:30pm.Applications Close: Sunday, 2 February 2025, at 11:59 pm. Apply with a 3-minute video to share your business journey.
Macquarie University Incubator Program: Build, Innovate, Scale
If you're looking for support to grow your business, the Macquarie University Incubator Program is your ideal starting point. With access to expert-led programs, state-of-the-art workspaces, and a thriving community of founders and mentors, this program gives you everything you need to turn your vision into reality.
Why join the Educate Program?
Validate your ideas with a customer-centric approach.
Articulate your story to connect with investors and partners.
Build a robust marketing and sales strategy for your MVP.
Establish a solid business structure for growth and investment.
Secure funding with confidence.
Applications Open All Year: Join a community of innovators and experts.
Whether you’re ready to accelerate your growth with the GAP BLITZ Program or build a strong foundation with the Macquarie University Incubator, 2025 is the year to take your innovation to the next level. Applications for both programs are open—don’t miss out!
