Who we are
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Innovationbay was created by Ian Gardiner, CEO of Viocorp and Phaedon Stough, CEO of Mitchellake Consulting.
The underlying principle of Innovation Bay is to create a special platform for our members to network and collaborate within an environment that supports innovation and investment in the high-tech space. We act as a trusted link between entrepreneurs and investors.
The entrepreneurs have an existing business with clients and revenue. What they are searching for is advice and assistance on that critical next step, from initial concept approval to becoming a multi-million dollar entity.
Our members are leaders of their field and have a lot to offer to the high-tech Australian start-ups community who we’d love to see grow and flourish. Whether we assist with investment, mentor support or simply great advice, Innovation Bay is the catalyst to ensure transactions between entrepreneurs and investors are as smooth, effective and successful as possible.
Innovation Bay has been operating since 2003 with a network of just under 600 senior technology focused entrepreneurs and thought leaders. We are very proud that our Angel Dinners have assisted a number of entrepreneurs raise over $6M in seed investment.
Currently focussed on the Sydney market, Innovation Bay has its sights set on expanding into other Australian capital cities in the near future to meet the growing demand.
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What we do
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Innovation Bay is an invitation only group, gathering for intimate breakfast and dinner events with selected guest speakers.
Our members are made up of Entrepreneurs, Senior Business Leaders and Venture Capitalists throughout Australia, with a strong technology focus.
Many of our events focus on sharing experiences and answering questions like:
- What has made this business successful?
- What hurdles were overcome to achieve succes?
- Why was a certain path chosen rather than another?
Our speakers are carefully chosen for the relevance to our group, what they have achieved and their interest in helping others.
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Why is Innovation Bay invitation only?
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Innovation Bay is invitation only so as to maximize the experience for our members and create an open and collaborative environment in which to share information and experience. Our members seek an informed and passionate environment where they are able to enjoy and benefit from an open, collective membership of thought leaders. The majority of our speakers are successful entrepreneurs talking about what has made them successful, the journey travelled and their expectations and predictions for the future.
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Should I apply for membership?
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- If you are an entrepreneur seeking to share experiences and learn from others who have been there.
- If you are interested in investing in early stage business opportunities.
- If you are involved in the conceptulisation of early stage business concepts.
- ...then Innovation Bay is for you.
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How do I apply for membership?
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Simply register your details on the website and you will hear from us.
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Typical event types
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Breakfast Events
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Our breakfast events are open to all members. They traditionally start at 7:30am and run to 9am. Commencing with open networking, an informal presentation from our guest speaker, questions and mingling. We ask all attending members to contribute $20each to cover event costs.
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Dinner Events
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Seats at our dinner events are limited to 20 people and provide a more intimate environment in which to network and engage with our speaker and group. Dinner costs $250 per head.
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Event Notification
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All members will receive email alerts with details of our up and coming events. We ask all members to RSVP to our events so that we can determine catering requirements. Confirmation is only sent for dinner events where seating is limited.
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DISCLAIMER
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Innovation Bay does not hold an Australian Financial Services Licence, and does not seek to offer investment advice. Innovation Bay does not sell or offer to sell any securities, and any information provided at our functions is not intended to constitute an offer or advice in relation to any securities. Investors who pursue business dealings with entities introduced through Innovation Bay do so at their own risk and are solely responsible for conducting any legal, accounting or other due diligence.
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