FWD›››Emerging

Showcasing the forefront of technological advancements, emphasising how these innovations are transforming sectors.

This track showcases the forefront of technological advancements, emphasising how these innovations are transforming sectors such as defence, communications, artificial intelligence, and autonomous transportation.

It aims to provide insights into practical applications, the impact of emerging technologies, and future trends crucial for business sustainability and growth.

Target audience:

  • SME
  • Entrepreneurs
  • Corporate Leaders
  • Innovators
  • Executives
  • Government

Example topics:

  • Defence Innovations
  • Internet of Things (IoT)
  • Cybersecurity Trends
  • Communications Advancements
  • Emerging Technologies

Speakers

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Kathryn Giudes

Managing Director, macroDATA Digital Solutions & Chair of Silicon Coast

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Dale Rankine

Founder, Cogenuity

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Councillor Terry Landsberg

Division 2 Councillor, Sunshine Coast Council

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Dominique Lamb

Queensland Small Business Commissioner

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Nikki Fogden-Moore

Founder & CEO, The Mojo Maker© Quantum Coaching for Extraordinary Leaders in Life

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Scott Reid

Director, Smart & Connected Networks

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Matt Nevin

Founder and CEO, Cybermerc

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Brady Sullivan

CEO, Caloundra Chamber of Commerce

Sessions

’s Track Sessions

BREAKFAST›››FWD OPENING

Unlocking your entrepreneurial potential

Hot breakfast included

Join Tania Price, Founder & CEO of Entropolis as we unlock your entrepreneurial potential by leveraging Tania’s 30 years of global corporate and start-up expertise. Tania is on a mission to empower the next generation to become more adaptable, employable, productive and competitive and she is going to translate her experience with youth into a vibrant keynote that will kickstart Forward Fest 24 ‘Thriving in Paradise’. Tania will explore how the world of work is changing and how our businesses must change to adapt to the next gen workforce, as well as inspire you to be a leader of the future – setting your business up for success! Putting theory into practice, BREAKFAST>>>FWD OPENING will also feature a youth panel that will share their experiences, views on the world, and how they are innately driven to make a difference in the world. This high energy breakfast will be the perfect kick-starter, preparing you for three days of mindset shifts and action focused learning.

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Stage 1/E Block

two-day exhibition

Innovation Showcase

Innovative businesses and support services showcase their ingenuity and share unique solutions. Proudly supported by Sunshine Coast Council and Advance Queensland, visit the many displays in the TAFE Forecourt. The innovation showcase is a dynamic platform for local and national companies to showcase their cutting-edge products, services and digital solutions.

Showcase Forecourt/A Block

FWD›››FUTURE

AI > Challenge V Opportunity

Panel

Join this extraordinary panel as they unpack the opportunities and challenges that AI has brought to our business community and in fact, the world!

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Stage 2/Lecture Theatre

Session E1

Sustainable Success, Without Compromise

Keynote

Sustainable Success Keynote

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Stage 3/A Block

BYO Lunch & Learn

Understanding the Small Business Lifecycle and Mindset of Queensland small business

BYO your lunch from onsite FWD vendors

Understanding the Small Business Lifecyle and Mindset of Queensland small business featuring Queensland Small Business Commissioner, Dominique Lamb and special guests from local business.

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Stage 1/E Block

Session E2

How to leverage today's cyber landscape for success

Panel

Join us for an exciting panel about all things cyber for a panel hosted by Kathryn Giudes with Tracey Gosling and other guests to be announced

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Stage 3/A Block

Session E3

Elevate your business with ACSC Cyber Uplift

Keynote

A session with Australian Cyber Security Centre

Stage 3/A Block

NETWORKING

FWD›››CONNECTOR

Canapes and beverage on arrival included

Proudly brought to you by the Sunshine Coast Tech Industry Alliance (SCTechIA). Whether you have been part of Forward Fest for the whole day, or you wish to join just for the end of day connector event, all are welcome to FWD›››CONNECTOR. This networking event may just be where you meet the person who has the solution to your biggest business problem. Forward Fest is built for collaborative collisions and FWD>>>CONNECTOR is the perfect way to experience just that!

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Stage 6/Tafe Deck

tracks

FWD

Climate

The intersection of technology and environmental sustainability, highlighting innovative solutions and strategies to combat climate change.

FWD›››Climate

FWD

Emerging

Showcasing the forefront of technological advancements, emphasising how these innovations are transforming sectors.

FWD›››Emerging

FWD

Health

Track explores technology advancements, emphasising the transformative potential of Extended Reality (XR) & Virtual Reality (VR), address global health challenges.

FWD›››Health

FWD

Invest

Dedicated to exploring investment landscapes, uncovering emerging trends, and networking opportunities for startups.

FWD›››Invest

FWD

Scale

Focuses on what it really takes to scale into a long-term sustainable business.

FWD›››Scale

Festival

FWD

Executive

Designed for leaders who wish to take a quantum leap in their thinking, knowledge of the world, and approach to leadership to build the perfect connections to propel them forward.

FWD›››Executive

FWD

Future

These are core sessions for attendance by all delegates with a focus on future and emerging technologies.

FWD›››Future

FWD

Growth

Designed for like-minded businesses to share their knowledge and experiences to grow the shared economies with innovation from our region.

FWD›››Growth

31 JULY - 2 AUGUST 2024 Sunshine Coast

Acknowledgement of Country

Silicon Coast and partners pays our deepest respect to the Traditional Custodians of this country; the Kabi Kabi and Jinibara peoples of the coastal plains and hinterlands of the Sunshine Coast, as we honor them as the original storytellers, innovators, and custodians of this land, embracing their wisdom to innovate while respecting the sacred ground on which it takes place.

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