FWD›››Scale
Focuses on what it really takes to scale into a long-term sustainable business.
Focuses on what it really takes to scale into a long-term sustainable business. The world is evolving, and Sunshine Coast is well positioned to play a leading role in some of the fastest grown and emerging industries. Collectively, we have put out the target to build 100 - $100m businesses on the Sunshine Coast within the next 10 years. This track will explore what it takes as an entrepreneur and leader to reach true scale.
Target audience:
- SMEs
- Executives
- Entrepreneurs
- Corporate Leaders
- VCs and Investors
- Government
Example Topics
- Strategy
- Leadership
- Culture
- Attracting Talent
- Innovation
- Benefits and challenges of scaling from a region
- Capital and Financing
- Infrastructure
Speakers
Alan Hegerty
Managing Director, Impactus Advisory & Director, Silicon Coast
Kimberly Randle
Co-founder & CEO, Fair Supply
Dave Clare
Driven by a PURPOSE to evolve the world of work, Dave's sense of mission is clear: to redefine business success not just for the accolades but for the impact.
Sandra Brodie
Powershift technologies
Brad Davies
Investment Manager, RM Developments
Councillor Terry Landsberg
Division 2 Councillor, Sunshine Coast Council
Dominique Lamb
Queensland Small Business Commissioner
Jason Atkins
Cofounder and President, Cake Equity
David Biggar
Founder, Zone RV
Lauren Brisbane
Director, QCamel
Craig ‘CJ’ Josic
Co-Founder, Silicon Coast & Forward Fest
Sessions
’s Track Sessions
Keynote
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.
TAFE Queensland Mooloolaba campus
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.
TAFE Queensland Mooloolaba campus
FWD›››FUTURE
AI Panel hosted by Queensland AI Hub
Panel
Core Session (AI) Panel with speakers to be announced shortly
TAFE Queensland Mooloolaba campus
Session S1
Evolve the world of work
Keynote
This session is for leaders looking to make a real difference, to not just be the best in the world but the best for the world! In Dave's session you will challenge the status quo, build ecosystems of leadership where everyone is empowered to lead, and ultimately, evolve the world of work™.
TAFE Queensland Mooloolaba campus
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.
TAFE Queensland Mooloolaba campus
Session S2
Scale from a Region
Panel
A panel of local businesses who have lived and breathed the scale journey from a regional location.
TAFE Queensland Mooloolaba campus
TAFE Queensland Mooloolaba campus
NETWORKING
FWD›››CONNECTOR
Canapes and beverage on arrival included
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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tracks
FWD
Climate
The intersection of technology and environmental sustainability, highlighting innovative solutions and strategies to combat climate change.
FWD
Emerging
Showcasing the forefront of technological advancements, emphasising how these innovations are transforming sectors.
FWD
Health
Track explores technology advancements, emphasising the transformative potential of Extended Reality (XR) & Virtual Reality (VR), address global health challenges.
FWD
Invest
Dedicated to exploring investment landscapes, uncovering emerging trends, and networking opportunities for startups.
FWD
Scale
Focuses on what it really takes to scale into a long-term sustainable business.
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
Future
These are core sessions for attendance by all delegates with a focus on future and emerging technologies.
FWD
Growth
Designed for like-minded businesses to share their knowledge and experiences to grow the shared economies with innovation from our region.
