Innovators on the Reef | Cairns

Get ready to dive into one of the most breathtaking experiences of your life with Innovators to the Reef – the signature event of the Tropical Innovation Festival!

This event was born out of a desire to create a space where people could have fun while being inspired and connecting with amazing individuals in a closed environment. And let us tell you, it definitely delivers!

Join us for a day full of learning and networking opportunities, with keynote speakers and experts leading learning labs that will broaden your horizons and spark your creativity. You'll also have the chance to mingle with like-minded innovators, entrepreneurs, and investors, forming connections that could lead to your next big breakthrough.

Keynote Speakers:

Nic Marchesi | Orange Sky  

Andy Ridley | Citizens of the Great Barrier Reef & Earth Hour Founder

Welcome and VIP addresses 

Kate Montgomery | Launch Y(E)P 

Marc Harbrow | Harbrow Mentoring  

Mica Martin | Cairns Regional Council  

Peppi Iovannella | Down Under Cruise and Dive 

Panel Discussion  The importance of crew and cohorts when building high-growth companies  

Jessica Walker | Airtree  

Damon Oudejans | Picklebet  

Mark Cantoni |Travello 

Josh Cockburn | Tooletries 

Moderated by Heather Smith | Anise Consulting 

Learning Labs on the Great Barrier Reef 

Investment and Funding Learning Lab  

Alexander Khor | Afterwork Ventures  

Patrick Christiansen | QIC  

Cheryl Mack | Aussie Angels 

Sean Bohannon | TIQ  

Jessica Walker | Airtree  

Supporting Innovation Learning Lab  

Marc Orchard | airbooks 

Heather Smith | Anise Consulting  

Baden U’Ren | CG  Spectrum  

Bryan Williams | Hockey Stick Advisory 

Maxine Minter | Co Ventures  

Building a company for the future 

Bruce Muirhead | Mindhive  

Niamh Mooney | Software  

Allard Van Helbergen | Medoo 

James Ryall | Vow 

Mark Cantoni | Travello  

Working with Government  

Nicola Wightman | QOCE 

Helen Burrell | Advance Queensland 

Adrienne Rourke | AusIndustry  

Sarah Smith | QOCE 

Hurry and secure your spot today, as this event sells out quickly each year. Don't miss your chance to explore the reef and connect with an incredible community of innovators!

Note: Included in Gold Festival Ticket