Innovation hubs – helping startups launch successfully
Join in the new year for an engaging session highlighting the role of Australia’s leading innovation hubs in nurturing and accelerating startup success.
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Our speakers will share how their programs are supporting founders and entrepreneurs, and showcase real-world success stories:
Chaired by Nikki Macor Heath, the session will begin with short presentations from our speakers, providing an overview of their programs, their place in the wider innovation ecosystem, and a standout success story. This will be followed by a panel discussion where speakers will compare observations on what works well, what helps companies move forward, and what common hurdles can hold startups back. Followed by Q&A.
This promises to be an insightful session for anyone interested in the practical pathways that help startups thrive. |
Event details:
Thursday 5th February 2026
Venue Hosts:

Innovation & Collaboration Centre (ICC)
Adelaide University
9 Light Square, Adelaide
Time:
4:00 – 4:30 pm arrive/network
4:30-5:30 pm presentation,
5:30-6:00 pm networking. | Networking
includes light refreshments and beverages
Seminar Pricing
$25 LESANZ member
$35 non-member
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The speakers
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Craig Jones
Associate Director: Business Incubation, Adelaide University
ICC
Verity Kingsmill
Director, Flinders NVI
Anna Larson
CSIRO On program
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Chair: Nikki Macor Heath
Special Counsel,
HWL Ebsworth Lawyers
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Registration
Registration is closed. Please contact the Secretariat for late registrations by email