Macquarie University Incubator Pitch Final 2026

Join us for the MQ Incubator 2026 Pitch FINAL, where our founders will pitch their startup and scaleup businesses to a judging panel and a room full of supporters and community members.

It's been a big year. Many of our startups have hit major milestones in 2026, from landing first customers to raising capital, opening international offices, and growing their teams, and we can't wait to celebrate that with you.

What to expect Expect bold ideas, sharp pitches and plenty of energy. You'll hear from founders tackling real problems across sectors, then watch our expert panel put them through their paces in a live Q&A.

For our founders, it's a chance to put their business in front of potential partners, investors and customers. For you, it's a front-row seat to the ideas and people shaping what comes next. And yes, there are prizes and bragging rights on the line.

Who should come The event is free, open to the public and everyone is welcome. It's a great fit if you're:

An investor looking for early-stage opportunities

A business or corporate interested in partnering with emerging companies

Thinking about starting your own venture

A student, researcher or staff member curious about entrepreneurship at Macquarie

Part of the wider Macquarie Park Innovation District community

Program 4:00pm: Arrivals and registration

4:15pm: Welcome

4:25pm: Startup pitches and panel Q&A

5:30pm: Judges' deliberation

5:40pm: Winners announced

5:50pm to 6:30pm: Drinks, nibbles and networking

Stay after the pitches to meet the founders, our judges and the MQ Incubator team over drinks and nibbles. Bring your questions, your curiosity and a few business cards.

Questions? Contact the Incubator team at incubator@mq.edu.au.