Global Immersion Series: China

The first in a new series where we go deeper than just exploring business opportunities in a region and actually feel what it's like to be there on the ground.

And where better to start than with China:

• the world's second largest population and economy

• Australia's number 1 trading partner by a long way and

• A country that is often a misunderstood enigma to the Western world

We'll be hearing from experts who work across Australia and China, learning about business etiquette, enjoying local food & drink from the region and networking with a community from across China and Australia.

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Program

6.00pm-6.30pm Arrival and Networking

6.30pm-7.30pm Programming

7.30pm-8.00pm Networking and close

Food and drinks will be provided

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Speakers

Dickie Currer - Founder, Hype Man Media & Co-Founder, Future Connected

Dickie is the Founder of Hype Man Media, a Media Production House focussed on connecting Australian Startups with the world through Storytelling, Events and Advisory.

He's also the Co-Founder of Future Connected, helping cross-border collaboration between Startup ecosystems, a Mentor in Residence for ACS Labs and Co-National Lead of Tech Australia Advocates.

Eddie Zhao - Business Development Manager - Victorian Chamber of Commerce and Industry

With over 20 years of experience in international trade, Eddie delivers expert consulting services to members, customers, and clients across diverse industry sectors. He works closely with business owners and senior executives, providing tailored export and import advisory and support.

Eddie plays an active role in the international chamber network and leads several of the Chamber’s business programs designed to strengthen members’ global trade knowledge, networks, and connectivity.

Betty Zhang - Investment Manager - Boson Ventures

Betty is an Investment Manager at Boson Ventures with a focus on early-stage venture investments in biotechnology, medical devices, and diagnostics across Australia.

She is passionate about advancing deep tech and healthcare innovation through strategic investments, ecosystem development and bridging global resources.

Betty is enthusiastic about creating opportunities to nurture emerging entrepreneurial talent in healthcare innovation and co-founded the Melbourne Bioinnovation Student Initiative and Nucleate Australia.

Tick Jiang - Founder, NUVC.ai | Partner, Blackstar Partners
Tick Jiang is a seasoned founder and strategic investor with over 15 years of experience spanning deep tech, fintech, real estate, and venture capital. With a solid background in quantitative finance, she adopts a data-driven approach to alternative investments, offering asset allocation strategies for
a diverse range of investors. As the founder of NUVC.ai, Tick is at the forefront of integrating AI into venture capital, enhancing decision-making processes for both investors and founders. Her role as a partner at Blackstar Partners further underscores her commitment to facilitating international
deals, particularly in the Asia-Pacific region. Tick is recognized for her ability to blend technological innovation with strategic insight, driving value creation across various sectors.

Sarah Gosper - Deputy Director, Global Immersion Guarantee Program - Monash University

Sarah is a dynamic researcher and educator with over a decade of experience leading transformative international initiatives across diverse sectors.

Her expertise lies in fostering strategic partnerships, enhancing communication, and adapting programs to meet evolving needs. Committed to addressing sustainable development challenges, particularly in the Asia-Pacific region, while leveraging extensive regional knowledge and networks.

Passionate about creating impactful initiatives that transcend traditional boundaries, cultivate stakeholder relationships, and promote long-lasting solutions. Focused on driving collaborative research and strategic planning to challenge the status quo and deliver meaningful outcomes.

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Key Details

📅 Date: Wednesday, 30 July 2025
🕘 Time: 6.00pm-8.00pm
📍 Venue: Level 5 - Tank Stream Labs Melbourne CBD, 440 Collins Street.

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Your Hosts

Hype Man Media is a multi-platform Media Production House, creating content and telling stories about global Tech and Innovation.

ACASE (Australia - China Association of Scientists and Entrepreneurs Incorporated) is a not-for-profit organisation based in Melbourne, Victoria.

They started their journey in 2015 dedicating to technology commercialisation and innovation cooperation in Asia Pacific region. With a strong vision of supporting the broad start-up ecosystem, they offer a wide range of tailored services and programs to help their clients and partners realise and accelerate their entrepreneurial and innovation success in the Asian market. This includes running the Nexus and Asia Market Sprint programs.

Tank Stream Labs Australia's Leading Flexible Workspace and Business Service Provider is the home of Hype Man Media. The amazing team at TSL have offered any attendees to stay and co-work for free out of their space for the rest of the day.

Limited spots available, so sign up now!

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