HAPPY STARTUP™ – Connecting Startups, Investors & Universities | Brisbane

HAPPY STARTUP™ in Brisbane brings together startups, investors, universities and innovation organisations around pitching, technology, partnerships and business connections.

What to expect

• Startup pitch competition and investor presentations
• University innovation showcase and innovation pavilions
• Exhibitors across startups, venture capital, AI, robotics, software, health technology, fintech and business services
• Expert speaker sessions, business matchmaking and one-to-one networking
• A VIP networking lounge for eligible approved VIP-pass applicants

Complimentary VIP pass

Qualified venture capital funds, angel investors, family offices, corporate venture capital, private equity firms, universities, government innovation agencies and accredited media may apply for a complimentary VIP pass. Applications are required and approval is not guaranteed.

Pitch and presentation options

• Startup Pitch Package — $550: 10-minute live pitch, event pass, company listing, matchmaking and networking.
• Investor Project Pitch — $995: 20-minute presentation for investment projects across areas including real estate, hospitality, healthcare, energy, technology and infrastructure; includes 2 event passes.
• Company Growth & Investment Pitch — $1,950: 20-minute featured presentation for established companies seeking growth capital, strategic partnerships or international expansion; includes 2 event passes.

Booking and refunds

Visitor tickets and exhibitor bookings are binding and non-refundable, except where required by law. Bookings transfer if the event is postponed or rescheduled. If cancelled without replacement dates, eligible payments made directly to the organiser will be refunded. Changes to the venue, programme, speakers, exhibitors, experiences or schedule do not normally qualify for a refund.