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